New Resource: Improving Emergency Department Care for People with IDD
Emergency departments (EDs) can be stressful places for anyone. The noise, bright lights, long wait times, and crowded spaces often make visits especially hard for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). These conditions can increase anxiety, make communication more difficult, and even lead to worse health outcomes. The new Environment of Care (EOC) Resource […]
IEC Welcomes Chief Advancement Officer, Kacy Takamoto
The Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) is thrilled to announce that Kacy Takamoto has joined our team as Chief Advancement Officer. In this new role, Kacy will lead and support IEC’s fundraising, development, communications, and advancement strategies as we continue working to make healthcare better for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). “IEC’s important […]
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
Today, the U.S. House passed the budget bill, clearing the way for it to be signed into law by the president. This is a heartbreaking moment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their families, and the communities that support them. The bill includes deep cuts to Medicaid, which is the main way that […]
Coming Soon: Access Smiles – Inclusive Dentistry for All
Dental visits can be stressful and intimidating for many of us, and it gets even more challenging for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) who may need accommodations to see a dentist. That’s why people with IDD experience worse oral health outcomes and untreated dental problems. We’re excited to share a new initiative: Access […]
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, […]