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Hope, Progress, and a Path Forward: End of Year Letter

My name is Alexis Hernandez-Hons. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a proud mom of two amazing boys—both intelligent, creative, and hilarious—one of whom is Autistic. For me, Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) is more than an organization; it’s a mission that touches my heart and drives my work. Years ago, I worked […]

Coding, Coverage, and Payment to Improve Inclusive Health

This report reflects insights from a detailed coding analysis, literature review, and interviews with 22 experts on the elements needed to develop and implement Inclusive Health-driven care models and overcome barriers impacting care for individuals with IDD.

Behavioral Health Tech Selects IEC as 2024 Non-Profit Grantee

Behavioral Health Tech, the leading community focused on expanding access to mental health, substance use, and IDD care through technology, health equity, and innovation, has selected Institute for Exceptional Care (IEC) as its 2024 non-profit grantee.

Our Updated Brand

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We are proud to share our new brand and website that reflect the collaborative nature of our work.

Disability, equity, and the NIH

A photo of three people standing together. The person on the left has blond hair and is looking at the cameria with her arm around the child in the middle, who has blond hair and is looking at the camera. The man on the left has gray hair and is smiling at the child.

Driving large-scale changes in healthcare to improve wellbeing for people with IDD is IEC’s mission. Explaining IEC’s take on health policy and its implications for people with IDD is a big part of the job for Lauren Erickson, our Director of Policy and Programs.