Category Archives: Health Care

What’s New?

What’s New?
Join Iowa's Olmstead Consumer Taskforce Three New Members Needed Iowa’s Olmstead Consumer Taskforce needs three new members!  People with lived experience with a disability, including family members, or people who work with individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Olmstead Consumer Taskforce is a statewide advocacy group charged by Executive Order to monitor Iowa’s…
Read more

Disability Exchange (DX) Podcast – Season 2

Disability Exchange (DX) Podcast – Season 2
Season 2 of the Disability Exchange podcast from Iowa's UCEDD is underway!Centering and elevating the Voices of People with Disabilities through Meaningful Conversation and Connection The first three episodes of Season 2 are now available to listen to via the Anchor by Spotify platform. The DX podcast is produced and presented by Iowa's University Center…
Read more

UI Programs Support Students’ Mental Health

UI Programs Support Students’ Mental Health
Three UI Programs Cited Among Nation's Mental Health Initiatives to Support College Students New Resource from Temple University  The Temple University Collaborative on Community Inclusion does research aimed at supporting individuals with psychiatric disabilities and promoting opportunities for them to participate fully in their communities. An intern at the Collaborative put together “A Selected Compendium…
Read more

Iowa DHS Wants to Hear from You!

Iowa DHS Wants to Hear from You!
Share your lived experience with Iowa's disability and aging services Iowa's Department of Human Services has contracted with the Harkin Institute to learn more about community-based services in Iowa. The Harkin Institute is seeking input from Iowans who know about or have used behavioral health, disability, or aging services.   Participants can share your feedback in a listening session, either in person or online. In-person listening…
Read more