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A Closer Look: Episode 14: “Bringing My Best Self to Being a Shared Living Provider” with Teshawna Sawyer, Community Support Network, Kearney, Nebraska
Teshawna has been a shared living provider for 14 years, so she knows how to pace herself. Self-care is critical to success, along with being well-trained and informed about current issues. Listen …
Published: 10/20/2026
A Closer Look: Episode 13: "Why not Try?" with Guest Sasha Fontaine, DSP, Aspire Inc., Aberdeen, South Dakota
It was easy to assume Paula, the person she supported, wouldn’t enjoy certain activities, until Sasha decided to question her own assumptions. Listen to how challenging her own biases has changed …
Published: 10/20/2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: October 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. Two of this month's feature stories concern conferences: one on reimagining quality and …
Published: October 2026
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Reimagining Quality: Connecting Ideas to Action and a Better Life
Published: October 2026
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Road to Belonging: Decades of Disability Advocacy and Innovation
Published: October 2026
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MIHEC Conference Explores Employment Data, College, and Career Paths for Students with IDD
Published: October 2026
Rethinking What Works: October 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The newsletter also contains details about upcoming trainings and other resources.
Published: October 2026
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Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Published: October 2026
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Centering Student Voice in Washington State
Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Black students with disabilities in Washington State are disproportionately educated outside general education classrooms, yet …
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: September 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story concerns access to mental health care for rural and …
Published: September 2026
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MNLEND Fellow Celebrates Transformative Experiences and Inclusion
Published: September 2026
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ICI’s Partnership to Support Children with IDD in Africa
Published: September 2026
Momentum: Fall 2026
This issue of Momentum opens with Scott, a college student who dreams of driving a dump truck. The News section features MIHEC's conference in late September, the center's outreach and awareness …
Published: Fall 2026
MTI Quarterly Trainings: Leading the Way: How Counties Are Advancing Employment First Across Minnesota
This training shows how six lead agencies have spent the past two years building local capacity, strengthening partnerships, training staff, engaging providers and employers, and creating lasting …
Published: 9/9/2026
Rethinking What Works: September 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights the third Annual Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Conference. The newsletter also contains details about upcoming trainings and other resources.
Published: September 2026
Promotion of Sensorimotor and Attentional Development for Infants at Elevated Likelihood of Autism: Single Case Experimental Design Testing of a Novel NDBI
Background: Infants with familial autism are at elevated likelihood for future neurodevelopmental needs, including autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and clinically…
Published: 2026
What are Professionals’ Attitudes to Stimming? A Brief Report
Abstract: Self-stimulatory behavior (stimming) is a common, often functional aspect of autistic experience, yet it has historically been targeted for reduction within clinical and educational …
Published: 2026
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Via of the Lehigh Valley and Person Centered Care Services to Receive 2026 Moving Mountains Award
Published: September 2026
TIES Inclusive Practices Series (TIPS): Using AI Tools to Support Teacher Collaboration in Inclusive Classrooms (#32)
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools are widely available to educators. These tools can generate written text, summaries, and plans in response to user prompts. When General Education …
Published: 8/27/2026
Findings from Community Conversations on Transition: A Summary
This brief summarizes what people in five Minnesota communities said about helping young adults with disabilities transition to adulthood. Participants talked about employment, education, and ways …
Published: 2026
Employment Outcomes of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
This brief looks at employment for transition-aged youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). It explains why people with IDD are less likely to be employed and how work experien…
Published: 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: August 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story is about the researchers and clinical specialists from …
Published: August 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: July 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first article features Jeanne Calvit, who founded the Interact Center for …
Published: July 2026
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Disability Pride Festival Honors Community and Contributions
Published: August 2026
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A Dream Job at The Arc Minnesota for Dupree Edwards
Published: August 2026
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Driven by Strengths and Choice: Meet MNLEND Fellow Lalinne Suon Bell
Published: August 2026
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Improving Mental, Emotional, Developmental, and Behavioral (MEDB) Health Care for Military-Connected and Rural Children and Families
Published: August 2026
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New Paraprofessional Online Training from ICI’s TIES Center
Published: August 2026
Using the Collective Impact Model to Organize Evidence-Based Programs to Educate Health Care Professionals About the Care Needs of Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
Background: Individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDDs) experience persistent health inequities, exacerbated by the systemic lack of education of health care professional…
Published: 2026
RISP Data Bytes: Where did People with IDD Live in 2022?
1.4 million people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) get long-term supports and services. About 63% of these people live with family members. Ten percent live in their own …
Published: July/August 2026
Rethinking What Works: August 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights the 2026 National Survey of Community Rehabilitation Providers. The newsletter also contains details about upcoming events and other resources.Published: August 2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 10: Inside the High School Classroom with Science Teacher Emma (Part 2 of 2)
Katrina Simons sits down with high school general education teacher Emma in part 2 of our conversation to unpack what it’s really like supporting students with disabilities in a bustling ninth- …
Published: 7/21/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 9: Inside the High School Classroom with Science Teacher Emma (Part 1 of 2)
Host Katrina Simons sits down with ninth-grade earth science teacher Emma to chat about the real highs and lows of working in a modern high school. From navigating shifting student dynamics to …
Published: 7/14/2026
Participation Matters: Talking Points for SEA Policymakers: Resources Supporting Statewide Assessment Participation
This Brief in the "Participation Matters" series connects policymakers with NCEO resources to help ensure that students with disabilities fully participate in statewide assessments. It provides …
Published: 7/20/2026
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This Brief in the "Participation Matters" series connects policymakers with NCEO resources to help ensure that students with disabilities fully participate in statewide assessments. It provides …
Published: 7/20/2026
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Celebrating Jeanne Calvit and 30 Years of Creating Art and Changing Perceptions of Disability
Published: July 2026
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A New Era for Ethical Direct Support: NADSP Releases Revised Code of Ethics
Published: July 2026
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ICI Brings Global Collaboration and Inspiration to Bhutan
Published: July 2026
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MNLEND Fellow Makes Connections in Washington, D.C.
Published: July 2026
MTI Quarterly Trainings: Community Life Engagement in Action
The Community Life Engagement (CLE) in Action project shares research, resources, and promising practices that support community inclusion and partnership for people with disabilities. The core of …
Published: 6/22/2026
Person-Directed Staffing and Quality of Life: Links Between Staff Choice, Perceived Staff Stability and Community Participation for Individuals With IDD in the United States
Background and Aims: Direct support professionals (DSPs) are essential to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), yet staff turnover remains a significant concern. This …
Published: 2026
Rethinking What Works: July 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights MTI's high-support-needs pilot project. The newsletter also contains details about young workers retaining their benefits, upcoming events, and featured resources.Published: July 2026
Momentum: Summer 2026
This issue of Momentum opens with Hatte, a college student and blogger. The News section features MIHEC's outreach and awareness efforts, the center's upcoming September conference, grantee …
Published: Summer 2026
Policy Research Brief: Comparing Mortality Rates for the General Population, Adults with IDD, and People with IDD in State-Run IDD Institutions Before, During, and After the COVID Pandemic in the United States
This research brief looks at death rates before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic for U.S. adults, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and people with IDD living …
Published: 6/23/2026
Participation Matters: Talking Points for SEA Policymakers: Participation Matters: Talking Points on Accessibility and Accommodations for Statewide Assessments
This brief gives state directors, staff, and policymakers talking points and resources to advocate for assessment accessibility and accommodations for students with disabilities. It is the second …Published: June 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: June 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story announces the new issue of Impact on inclusive sports. …
Published: June 2026
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Helping Families Connect Children to Early Interventions
Published: June 2026
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National Self-Direction Conference Highlights a Growing Movement
Published: June 2026
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Impact Explores Inclusive Sports
Published: June 2026
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MNLEND Fellows Celebrate Accomplishments
Published: June 2026
A Closer Look: Episode 12: Exactly When He Wanted: David Liscomb’s Path to a Fulfilling Retirement
Planning for retirement isn’t something often done by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), but David Liscomb isn’t like most people. As he was approaching retirement, he …
Published: 4/30/2026
Impact: Inclusive Sports
From the soccer fields of Brazil to the rugby pitches of the UK, sports have always been a unifier. It promotes confidence, empowers athletes, builds lifelong friendships, and helps improve health …
Published: Spring 2026
More Than a Score: Asking about Assessment When Choosing a School for Your Student with a Disability
This brief explains why it is important for families of students with disabilities to ask about assessment as they consider school choice options. It suggests questions you can ask about how your …
Published: 6/8/2026
Rethinking What Works: June 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works announces MTI's offer of technical assistance to any Minnesota HCBS service providers who want to support people with disabilities to achieve competitive …
Published: June 2026
NCEO Newsletter: June 2026 issue
This June issue of NCEO’s newsletter provides information about NCEO’s National Conference on Student Assessment sessions in late June and NCEO’s post-conference assessment forum on process data. …
Published: June 2026
RISP Data Bytes: Total Medicaid ICF/IID and Waiver Recipients and Percent Growth Needed to Serve Those Waiting in Fiscal Year 2021
Every year, the number of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) receiving long-term supports and services (LTSS) grows. However, there are still people with IDD on waiting …
Published: June 2026
Inclusivity in Postsecondary Preparation: Fostering Success for Each and Every Student
Background: Postsecondary enrollment has declined since 2010, with persistent racial and ethnic disparities in college access. Students of color face multiple barriers to receiving postsecondary …
Published: 2026
Frontline Initiative: 30th Anniversary: Progress and Priorities in Direct Support
In 30 years, there has been progress in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, learn about, and enjoy their communities in the ways they choose, but many …
Published: Spring 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: May 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story concerns a new training module, part of a series of …
Published: May 2026
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Assessing Autism: New Training Brings Specialty Care to Rural Areas
Published: May 2026
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Impact Editor Retires After Years of Shaping Stories
Published: May 2026
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A Check & Connect® Leader Retires
Published: May 2026
Access to Medicaid Waiver Services Varies by State
Since 1982, Home and Community-Based Services have been funded through Medicaid’s Waiver program. The program helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) live meaningful …
Published: May 2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 8: A Decades-Long Legacy of Advocacy with Linda Wolford (Part 2 of 2)
In the second part of this two-part series, Katrina Simon sits down with Linda Wolford from the Minnesota Council on Disability to dig into the real story behind “enhanced rate” for personal care …
Published: 4/20/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 7: A Decades-Long Legacy of Advocacy with Linda Wolford (Part 1 of 2)
It’s a special homecoming of sorts as host Katrina Simons catches up with Linda Wolford, the Government Relations Director for the Minnesota Council on Disability and a longtime mentor in the …
Published: 4/13/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 6: The Red Tape of Accessible Living with Nick Wilkie (Part 2 of 2)
Katrina Simons welcomes back Nick Wilkie from the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living in this concluding part of their deep dive into accessible living. They discuss the financial and …
Published: 4/6/2026
Rethinking What Works: May 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works presents a community-of-practice opportunity for disability service providers who want to join Community Life Engagement (CLE) in Action, a peer-to-peer learning…
Published: May 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: April 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story concerns a new training module, part of a series of …
Published: April 2026
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MNLEND Fellow Brings Resources and Drums to Help Families
Published: May 2026
Participation Matters: Talking Points for SEA Policymakers: Talking Points on the Participation of Students with Disabilities in Statewide Assessments
Statewide assessments inform decisions about policy, instruction, and resource allocation. When students with disabilities are excluded from assessments, these decisions are made using incomplete …
Published: May 2026
Participation Matters: Talking Points for SEA Policymakers
The Participation Matters series provides talking points and resources designed to help state directors, staff, and policymakers communicate the importance of inclusive assessment systems to …
Minnesota Needs Assessment Report
The Minnesota Inclusive Higher Education Consortium Technical Assistance Center conducted a statewide needs assessment to better understand current levels of awareness, attitudes, and perceived …
Published: 2026
NCEO Reports: State Assessment Rates of Participation, Performance, and Assigned Accommodations of Students with Disabilities (2007–08 Through 2022–23) (454)
This report analyzes state Annual Performance Report (APR) assessment data for students with disabilities across all 50 U.S. states and 10 federal entities from 2007–08 through 2022–23. It tracks …
Published: April 2026
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Helping New Mothers During the First 40 Days
Published: April 2026
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ICI at Research & Innovation Day
Published: April 2026
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No Stopping the Press
Published: April 2026
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Envisioning Futures: ICI Participates in Career Fair
Published: April 2026
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Understanding Anxiety: New Tools for Providers
Published: April 2026
Exploring Quality of Life in Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: An Analysis of Research Studies Using National Core Indicators In-Person Survey (NCI-IPS) Data
This article presents a systematic analysis of peer-reviewed research from 2014 to 2023, focusing on the use of the National Core Indicators In-Person Survey (NCI-IPS) to explore outcomes and …
Published: 2026
Rethinking What Works: April 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights Minnesota’s state agency partnership to advance Employment First outcomes for youth and adults with disabilities. The newsletter also contains …
Published: April 2026
MIHEC Learning Community Webinars: Student and Faculty Experience
This Learning Community session highlights a shared campus perspective by bringing together current college students and faculty from the same institution. Students share their lived experiences …
Published: April 2026
RISP Data Bytes: Fewer People with IDD Live in ICFs/IID, But Progress is Not Equal: Data from FY 2021
The use of Medicaid Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICFs/IID)—institutions where four or more people live and get support—is declining overall, but …
Published: April 2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 5: The Red Tape of Accessible Living with Nick Wilkie (Part 1 of 2)
Katrina Simons welcomes Nick Wilkie to the podcast to bond over their shared experiences with disability and life in St. Paul. They explore Nick’s role at the Metropolitan Center for Independent …
Published: 3/29/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 4: Navigating Neurodiversity and Self Advocacy with Adam Ruff
Katrina Simon sits down with Adam Ruff from Advocating Change Together to talk about his journey and work in the disability community. They dive into the personal side of being neurodivergent and …
Published: 3/22/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 3: Faith, Mental Health, and Finding Your Voice with Guest Joe Carr
Katrina is joined by disability advocate Joe Carr. Joe gets real about the often-overlooked connection between mental health and disability. He opens up about his personal journey, from the …
Published: 3/15/2026
Patient and Caregiver Perspectives on Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health Care for RASopathies
Plain language summary A qualitative study to understand perspectives of caregivers and people with RASopathies on their mental health care needs and treatment experiences New treatments are being …
Published: 2026
MIHEC Learning Community Webinars: Charting the LifeCourse: Person-Centered Planning and Transition
Jonathan Lidgus is SUCCEED Director at the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL). Lidgus and a UMSL student tell how Charting the LifeCourse supports meaningful, person-centered planning in …
Published: March 2026
FYI from the Institute on Community Integration: March 2026
The Institute's monthly staff newsletter features news of recent activities, accomplishments, and resources. This month's first feature story is about using teleoutreach to connect with isolated …
Published: March 2026
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TeleOutreach Connects Rural, Military Families
Published: March 2026
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New Report: Spina Bifida
Published: March 2026
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Boldly Goes to Season 2
Published: March 2026
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Widening the Disability Lens
Published: March 2026
Momentum: Spring 2026
This issue of Momentum opens with Jacob, who starts college in August 2026 and wants to work in construction or health sciences. The News section features grantee updates and summaries of recent …
Published: Spring 2026
Safety, Connection, and Communication: Qualitative Insights into the Multidimensionality of Autistic Stimming
Background : Autistic stimming (e.g., repetitive movements or vocalizations) is often misunderstood or pathologized in clinical and public discourse. This study explores how Autistic adults …
Published: 2026
Rethinking What Works: March 2026
This issue of Rethinking What Works spotlights the transformation of a provider in a small town. The newsletter also contains details about upcoming trainings, Social Security work incentives, and …
Published: March 2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 2: Fighting for Better Air Travel Standards with Rob Wudlick
This week, we feature Rob Wudlick, an industrial engineer and dedicated advocate for spinal cord injury research. Rob joins Katrina Simons to share the frustrating reality of air travel for …
Published: 3/8/2026
Boldly Challenging Ableism: Season 2, Episode 1: Raising Team Felix with Haley Brunelle and the Magic of AAC
Starting off season two, Katrina chats with her friend Haley Brunelle about her journey as a “medical mom” to her incredible eight-year-old son, Felix. They dive into the world of augmentative and …
Published: 3/1/2026
Evaluation of Georgia DBHDD-Funded Direct Support Professional Certification Pilots: Final Report, December 2025
Georgia launched three yearlong pilot programs in January 2024 to support direct support professionals (DSPs) in earning competency-based certifications at no cost. Each pilot offered about 50 …
Published: December 2025
MTI Quarterly Trainings: Peer-to-Peer Mentorship as a Strategy for Employment Service Providers
Transitioning to competitive integrated employment and exploring job options can feel overwhelming for individuals, families, and those who support them. This quarterly training highlights The Arc …
Published: 3/4/2026
RISP Data Bytes: More People with IDD get Services in Individualized Settings in 2021 than in 2001
Since 2001, the number of people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) living in small community homes supported by Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) grew. Between …Published: March 2026

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