News & Press

Betsy Humphreys is a woman is midlength white hair, tortoise shell glasses, and a bright yellow scarf
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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Reflections on Resilience at SNTI 2024
Resilience is not just a personal trait; it is a communal process - as we learned at the 2024 START National Training Institute in Philadelphia. 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
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Ask Kathy: Classroom Atmosphere
In this post, Kathy answers a question about how classroom atmosphere can affect student engagement. Learn More
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Dr. Sarah Smith Announced as New Director of NH-ME Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NH-ME LEND)
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sarah Smith as NH-ME LEND Director, while also maintaining her current role as associate professor i... Learn More
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NH-ME LEND Spring Kickoff: Organizing to Influence Your State’s Policy
In late January, NH-ME LEND gathered for the annual spring kick-off event: Organizing to Influence Your State’s Policy. An inspiring keynote speaker, ... Learn More
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Spread the Word: LEND Applications are Open
LEND recruitment is open. Learn More