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Andrew Houtenville: Doing Good Work
Kathy Bates interviews IOD Director, Andrew Houtenville as part of her new series where she is introducing her readers to some of New Hampshire's best... Learn More
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Autism Acceptance Means Connecting and Appreciating Gifts and Talents
Writer Kevin Fox shares his thoughts Autism Acceptance Month in April Learn More
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Things That Make Us Happy
NCSS conducted a poll to celebrate International Day of Happiness on March 20 Learn More
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Rural Americans Face Heavy Burden Accessing Social Security Benefits and Information
New Institute on Disability study highlights challenges of not having local SSA field offices
Without in-person access to a nearby U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) field office and a knowledgeable staff member, people —specifically old... Learn More
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Congratulations to Newest Recipients of RENEW Facilitator Digital Badge
Congratulations to our first recipients of the RENEW Facilitator Digital Badge! Learn More
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LEND Alums Join the Spring Policy Kickoff: Organizing to Influence Your State’s Policy
On January 24, LEND alumni joined the spring policy kickoff in Lewiston, Maine. Learn More
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Welcome People First of New Hampshire to the NH-ME LEND
We are pleased to welcome a new leadership project partner, People First of New Hampshire. Learn More
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March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day
The date (3/21) represents the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome! Learn More
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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
We join the NACDD in celebrating people with developmental disabilities all year long! Learn More
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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