Making Healthcare Better for People with IDD: IEC’s 2024 Impact Report
At IEC (Institute for Exceptional Care), we believe people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) deserve healthcare that sees, respects, and supports them. In 2024, with your help, we made significant progress towards that goal. We’re proud to share our 2024 Impact Report, which highlights how IEC is transforming the way healthcare is taught, delivered, […]
A Step Backward: Medicaid Cuts Will Harm Millions with Disabilities
Medicaid cuts in the new budget bill will harm millions of people with IDD who depend on it for healthcare and community living.
Be a Better Ally: 3 Resources to Better Support the Trans Disability Community
June 25, 2025 Author: Yolanda Vargas, co-lead of the IDD Advocate Corps Communications & Planning Committee With recent policy changes creating new obstacles for trans youth and their families, being an informed ally can make a big difference in improving healthcare for the trans disability community. For Pride Month, we’re sharing soothing, helpful, and nonjudgemental […]
Coming Soon: Access Smiles – Inclusive Dentistry for All
Access Smiles is IEC’s new program making dental care more inclusive and accessible for people with IDD. Coming soon!
7 Resources Every Disability Self-Advocate Should Know
Seven essential resources to help people with IDD advocate for their healthcare rights, prepare for appointments, and make informed decisions.
Leading Autism Organizations Release Joint Statement on Upholding Scientific Integrity and Supporting the Autism Community
IEC Joins National Autism Organizations in United Statement Upholding Scientific Integrity and Supporting the Autism Community April 17, 2025, Rockville, MD –– As national organizations dedicated to advancing the well-being of Autistic individuals, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Autism Society of America, Autism Speaks, The Arc of the United States, Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network, […]