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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
One in five people in the US experience a mental health issue each year, including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Learn More
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Center for Life Management: Dedicated NH-ME LEND Clinical Site
We are pleased to highlight our NH-ME LEND clinical partner, Center for Life Management (CLM). Learn More
NH-ME LEND Spotlight, with images of four women who've graduated from NH-ME LEND in the past and are featured in this article
LEND Alums Join Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies
For 13 years, CCIDS has partnered with NH-ME LEND to advance disability research. Meet the newest LEND alums now joining their team! Learn More
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Myth Busting: Happiness and People with IDD-MH
NCSS is busting the myth that people with IDD-MH are always happy. Learn More
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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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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