Resources

The IHDD provides materials and resources to promote inclusion, education, and support for individuals with disabilities and their families.

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The resources page on the UW IHDD website is a valuable hub of information and support for multiple audiences. For individuals with disabilities and their families, the page provides a wide range of resources to enhance their quality of life, including information on assistive technology, access to healthcare, inclusive education practices, and community support services. With its comprehensive collection of resources, the UW IHDD website serves as a vital platform for empowerment, education, and collaboration in promoting inclusive opportunities for all.

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UW Accessibility

The University of Washington’s centralized accessibility website, the “digital front door” to accessibility.

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Autism / ASD

Resources for individuals with autism and their families: groups, therapy, education, recreation in the Seattle area.

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Autism Support 360 (AS360)

AS360 provides resources that consider your culture, help you and your family navigate ASD services, and create a home so you can connect online with other families and people with ASD.

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Care Communication

Comprehensive resource to support effective care coordination among providers, patients, and their families.

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Disability Equity

Professional and public resources for information and perspectives on disability equity and inclusion.

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Help Me Grow

Provides families seamless access to community services and supports so they can easily connect…

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Informing Families

Informing Families offers trusted news and information to individuals & families that empowers them to be active…

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Policy Advocacy

Organizations in policy advocacy that support disability rights and the well-being of individuals with disabilities.

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WithinReach WA

WithinReach Washington helps people across the state navigate complex health and social service systems.

Highlighted Resources

Please check out the following materials aimed at promoting inclusion, education, and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and staying informed of resources for the disability community.

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A Lifetime of Care and Services

Current scientific core facilities enhance the effectiveness of CRA members and other scientists carrying out their research as part of the IDDRC. Scientific core support facilities are as follows:  (1) Early Childhood, (2) School Age, (3) Young Adult, and (4) Adulthood. Other IDDRC activities include training researchers in various disciplines, disseminating research findings, and maintaining linkages to clinical training activities and exemplary service programs to maximize translational impact.

Infants & Early Childhood

Where family–community partnerships provide all families the supports they need to nurture, teach, and advocate for their children.

School Age

Where the capacity of educational systems and universally designed services meet the needs of all students.

Young Adult

Where the access is improved and expanded to provide opportunities for competitive integrated employment and community living.

Adulthood

Where individuals participate in all facets of community life and have choice and control over their health and independence.