NH-ME LEND

NH-ME LEND

The purpose of LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) programs is to improve the health of individuals who have, or are at risk for developing, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related developmental disabilities (DD) by providing graduate-level, interdisciplinary training in the field of maternal and child health (MCH).   LEND programs work to increase the capacity of the workforce trained to meet the complex needs of individuals with ASD/DD by enhancing the expertise and leadership skills of practicing professionals, families, and self-advocates dedicated to working with and improving systems of care.

 

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Leadership, Faculty & Staff

Meet the Leadership, Faculty & Staff affiliated with LEND.

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Curriculum

NH-ME LEND activities are organized into three core areas.

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NH-ME LEND Spotlight

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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
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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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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

In partnership with

 

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UMaine Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Services

The NH-ME LEND Program is supported by a grant (#T73MC33246) from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and administered by the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD).