Announcement: Launching Test of the Always Uniquely Me App

Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) is excited to share that we have started testing for the Always Uniquely Me app in partnership with Northwell Health on Long Island, NY. We are looking for up to 1,200 people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) on Long Island to join us in this important project. What is […]

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 […]

IEC Staff Transition

Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) is writing to share that May-Lynn Andresen has concluded her tenure with IEC as of June 30, 2025. As a co-founder and our Director of Community Partnerships, May-Lynn played an instrumental role in shaping IEC’s vision and impact. We are grateful for her years of service. Please join us in […]

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 […]