News
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New HDI Website Launch!
The Human Development Institute recently launched a new website to be more accessible for families and professionals looking for the many programs and resources HDI offers across the lifespan. On […]
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May Mother’s Day Campaign: Sharing Resources with Obstetric Medical Students
The Human Development Institute’s National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources raised about $1800 from its Mother’s Day Campaign to distribute packets of resources for expectant parents learning about a diagnosis […]
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The Human Development Institute’s Seminar Series, an opportunity to increase your knowledge
The Human Development Institute’s Seminar Series (www.hdi.uky.edu/training/hdi-seminar-series) is an opportunity to increase your knowledge about the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. These live, interactive seminars are […]
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Putting People to Work: Dartmouth Supported Employment Project helps individuals find (and keep) good jobs
In 2010, the Kentucky Division of Behavioral Health in partnership with the KY Office of Vocational Rehabilitation received a four year grant from Dartmouth University-Johnson & Johnson to implement Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Supported Employment.
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Big changes in Kentucky healthcare: A summary of how the Affordable Care Act will affect individuals with disabilities
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed by President Obama on March 23, 2010 to provide better, more affordable healthcare to Americans. The law means that many […]
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An Endeavor for Excellence: Communities of practice help people with disabilities enjoy the good things in life
Respect. Friends. Family and loved ones. Home. Fair and just treatment. Access to places of everyday life. Having a say. Being treated as an individual. More…
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Allie Rhodes Named Winner of the 2014 Burberry Award
The University of Kentucky Human Development Institute (HDI) has named Allie Rhodes as the winner of the 2014 Paul Kevin Burberry Award.