News
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MHDD Module: Intellectual Disability
Learn about Intellectual Disabilities, including self-advocacy, rights, dual diagnosis, and communication skills. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with intellectual disabilities.
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MHDD Module: Disability 101
Review the basics of disability, including definitions, history, and etiquette. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with disabilities.
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Turner appointed to Kentucky Employment First Council by Governor Beshear
In 2020, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear signed an executive order to create the Kentucky Employment First Council, which helps people with disabilities find meaningful employment. And now, one of our […]
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HDI’s Preservice Health Training Stands the Test of Time
Medical knowledge can advance so quickly that it’s a wonder when any tool stands the test of more than a few years. HDI’s Preservice Training Modules were created to help […]
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From Hollywood to HDI
Gregory Bow loves using his art to tell stories. For a while, that meant working in Hollywood in the animation industry. Now, it means working at HDI. It might be […]
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Hoffman receives prestigious Kevin Burberry Award
Kevin Burberry was a trailblazer. A tireless self-advocate, a gifted academic, and a dedicated leader. Every year, HDI recognizes someone who demonstrates these qualities with the Kevin Burberry Award. This […]
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“Listen to us. Believe Us.” Bailey Patterson on Disability, Advocacy, and Community
Listen to Bailey’s story and her journey with psychiatric disabilities and the vital need for consent and autonomy. View the video
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“Stories are some of the most powerful tools to learn about others and to help others.”
Listen to Glen’s story and how his experience in school led to a passion for mental health in public school systems. View the video
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“They think they can’t do it on their own, but they’re not on their own.”
Listen to Rebecca’s story and their passion for inclusive education. View the video
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Turner wins Gold!
Though everyone working at HDI is a champion of some sort, one of us has the medals to prove it. Morgan Turner, a program education assistant for HDI, won three […]