Category Archives: Brain Injury

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New Issue of EPSDT Care for Kids Newsletter Available The EPSDT grant program based at the Center for Disabilities and Development provides guidance, training and resources for providers that care for Iowa’s kids who are eligible for Medicaid’s wellness benefits. These “EPSDT” benefits ensure children and youth up to their 21st birthdays receive Early and Periodic…
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Become a Voice that Creates Change - Youth Leadership Academy Date: Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2025Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PMGraduation Ceremony: Saturday, August 9, 2025Family members are invited to this in-person event taking place in Des Moines. A virtual option will also be available. Do you want to learn about being…
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HHS Releases FY 2019-2023 Report to Congress on Federal Autism Activities

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) FY 2019-2023 Report to Congress on Activities Related to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Disabilities Under the Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education, and Support Act (Autism CARES Act) of 2019 is required by the Autism CARES Act of 2019. This report describes the autism-related activities of over 25 federal…
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Fall 2022 In-Person Family Caregiver Workshop

Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa event In-Person Workshop The Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa (BIAIA) will present the Fall 2022 In-Person Family Caregiver Workshop on Thursday, September 22 from 11:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Muscatine Community College. The workshop will take place in the McAvoy Center, 1403 Park Avenue, Room 102/102. There is a…
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