Initiative for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Broad Mission

Enhance the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families by:

• Addressing the psychological, social and emotional well-being of these individuals
• Using a life span perspective to address important issues from birth through adulthood
• Conceptualizing all individuals from a holistic perspective which includes biological, psychological, social and spiritual processes
  

Primary Goals

• Train and support professionals to work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
• Support research related to the psychological, social and emotional well-being of these individuals
• Educate the SPU and local communities regarding challenges faced by these individuals and their families
• Serve as a catalyst for a national forum for professionals, paraprofessionals and lay advocates for dialogue and training

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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities click here