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Myth Busting: Relationships for People with IDD-MH
This month, as we approach Valentine’s Day, we are busting the myth that people with IDD do not have sexual feelings and do not want to be in intimate... Learn More
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Resources for Wildfires and Other Disasters
Helping people with IDD-MH during natural disasters
Resources to help people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health needs (IDD-MH) during natural disasters and other emergencies ... Learn More
Advocacy
Advocacy in Changing Times
The Importance of Advocacy
Kathy Bates explores the what advocacy looks like today with new technologies and platforms. Learn More
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Recruiting the 2026 NH-ME LEND Cohort
We are currently seeking applicants from New Hampshire and Maine for the 2025-26 academic year. Learn More
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Integrating Self-Advocacy Through Universal Design: NH-ME LEND at AUCD 2024
Last Month, NH-ME LEND showcased our valued work integrating the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into our LEND curriculum at the Ass... Learn More
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Mindfulness for Healthy, Happy Holidays
It was suggested to me that I write about mindfulness for the holiday season. I didn't know very much about the subject, and I tend to get stressed du... Learn More
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UNH Names Andrew Houtenville Director of the Institute on Disability
College of Health and Human Services selects leader to continue efforts to advance inclusion in NH
Andrew Houtenville, a distinguished scholar and professor of economics, has been named the fourth director of the Institute on Disability at the Unive... Learn More
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Community Voices: New Research to Improve Access to Disability Services for Marginalized Groups
Debra Brucker, Research Associate Professor at the Institute on Disability, was recently awarded two new grants! Learn More
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IDD-MH Professional Development Series Snapshot Shows 80% Increase in Enrollees
National Center for START Services® IDD-MH Professional Development Series Snapshot Learn More
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PEIS Featured on Podcast
The Person Experiences Interview Survey can improve mental healthcare for people with IDD
IOD research assistant and self-advocate Micah Peace Urquilla (they/them) was interviewed on an episode of the "Author Insights" podcast for the Devel... Learn More