Medical care of adults with Down syndrome

As the parent of an adult daughter with intellectual/developmental disabilities, I can attest firsthand to the challenges of coordinating the medical care of an individual with a disability. The complexity of underlying chronic physical, emotional, and behavioral issues that so often accompany genetic conditions such as Down syndrome is overwhelming at times, making coordination seem […]

Calling aspiring actors: Arkansas Disability and Health Program wants YOU!

The Arkansas Disability & Health Program (ADHP) is looking for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their caregivers to be actors in short (2-10 minute) health education videos. Videos will cover a range of health and wellness topics and will appear on the ADHP YouTube channel and Facebook page. For more information, click here. […]