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IOD blogger Kathy Bates supports the Stop Special campaign. To take the pledge, visit StopSpecial.org
What’s So Special About That?
As part of the launch of the Stop Special campaign, Kathy Bates discusses the use of the word "special" with a few people who identify as disabled. Learn More
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Disability Rights Organizations Across the Nation Commit to “Stop Special”
In anticipation of Disability Pride Month, disability organizations join advocates in launching Stop Special, calling for an end to the word “special... Learn More
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Heidi Cloutier and Michelle Lennon Present at NH Juvenile Court Diversion Network Summit
Heidi Cloutier partnered with Michelle Lennon of Archways to present on The Power of Peer Support for Youth with Substance Use Challenges at a June 11... Learn More
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Ask Kathy: College Prep, be an Expert on Yourself
In this post, Kathy answers a question about college prep and self-advocacy. Learn More
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Congressional Hill Visits Successfully Educate Policy Makers
In April, NH-ME LEND trainees and faculty traveled to Washington D.C. to attend the Disability Policy Seminar and had the opportunity to visit their s... Learn More
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NH-ME LEND Program Director, Betsy Humphreys to Retire
This summer, after a career spanning over 40 years, Humphreys will be retiring from the Institute on Disability (IOD) and NH-ME LEND program, leaving ... Learn More
Meaghan Foster and her son Zander (a young boy with Downs syndrome) testifying at the NH Health and Human Services Committee hearing.
LEND Policy Experience Impacts Legislative Change
This month’s Submit a Story entry, written by Meaghan Foster (LEND 2019), illustrates the continuing impact of the LEND Policy experience on our Alums... Learn More
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Seeking Your Input About Social Security Administration Customer Service
We are looking for volunteers to take part in a research study [IRB-FY2024-172] to provide information about the communication-related barriers they e... Learn More
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Kingswood Youth Center Hosts APG Serving Southern Carroll County
Supports available Mondays at 4pm for middle and high school age youth Learn More
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Improving Outcomes for NH Youth in Residential Treatment Facilities
UNH Today article highlights IOD's two-year effort to expand RENEW services in the state. Learn More