News & Press

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October is ADHD Awareness Month
ADHD is more prevalent in IDD than in the broader population. Learn More
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Strengthening Recovery in NH
The Role of CRSWs in Building Futures Together
Building Futures Together partners with NHTI to prepare trainees for CRSW certification, strengthening New Hampshire’s behavioral health workforce. Learn More
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NRC Poster Session Winners
Posters to be featured at NRC Annual Meeting
After an open call, two winning posters were selected by the NRC to be featured at the 2025 Annual Meeting. Learn More
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October 9 is National Depression Screening Day
Supporting People with IDD and Mental Health Needs
Among people with IDD, the depression rate may be as high as 39%, so screening in the population is important. Learn More
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2025 NH-ME LEND Cohort Visit Capitol Hill
NH-ME LEND trainees met with Congress in D.C. to discuss Medicaid HCBS funding and attended the Disability Policy Seminar as part of their training. Learn More
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Capstone Poster Session Celebrates Community Partnerships
The 2025 NH-ME LEND Cohort presented leadership projects at UNH’s Capstone Poster Session, highlighting various policy, care, and community topics. Learn More
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NRC Funds New Project
The NRC will help fund research on the "We All Matter" support group for people with IDD in Kansas. Learn More
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New Executive Director at National Center for START Services®
NCSS Welcomes Julie Lago, MSW, LICSW
Julie Lago, MSW, LICSW began her role this month as the new Executive Director of the National Center for START Services® (NCSS) at the Institute on D... Learn More
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NCSS Training Team Highlights Maine Partnership at Summit
In May 2025, the inaugural Innovation Summit: A Path for Maine showcased the impact of Maine’s ongoing partnership with NCSS. Learn More
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Andrew Houtenville Receives 2025 Distinguished Service Award from NARRTC
Andrew Houtenville receives NARRTC’s top honor for advancing disability research, data, and advocacy—celebrating a lifetime of impact and leadership. Learn More