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Waitlists for People with IDD

In some states, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are on waiting lists for years before they receive necessary services.

However, there are different ways of measuring waitlists and who to include when reporting on them. This Data Byte examines the difference between RISP and KFF waiting list data for people with IDD waiting for services.

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A MNLEND cohort stands on a stairway with their instructors. A band above the photo reads, "MNLEND Program: Call for Applicants."

MNLEND Accepting Fellowship Applications

ICI’s MNLEND program is accepting fellowship applications for the 2025-26 year. MNLEND is an interdisciplinary leadership training program in policy advocacy and evidence-based research and practices to develop new leaders who improve quality-of-life outcomes for children and youth with neurodevelopmental and related disabilities. Most fellowships offer a generous stipend, national networking opportunities, lifelong interdisciplinary connections, and interdisciplinary leadership development.

Read more about MNLEND.

Bob Williams.

Speaking up for Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Bob Williams communicates in multiple ways, including augmentative and alternative communication. Yet he focuses on people rather than technology.

“Speech-generating devices and similar technology are often necessary. But technology does not communicate. People do. Direct support professionals create the bridge, making this possible.”

Read more about Williams.