Human Development Institute

Tag: University Lecture Series

  • Universally Designed Physical Activity

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    Physical activity is beneficial for everyone, but it is especially important for individuals with disabilities, who experience obesity and high blood pressure at significantly higher rates than the general population. This lecture will focus on the importance of inclusion of individuals with disabilities in physical activity and discuss considerations for assessment measures of physical activity…

  • Sexuality & Disability

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    Sexual health and healthy relationships for individuals with disabilities are often overlooked and undervalued. This presentation provides insight and resources on these topics for educators, health providers, and caregivers. Participants will learn more about the importance of safe and healthy relationships, including sexual health, for people with disabilities. This presentation can be focused on intellectual…

  • Adaptive Wellness Resources and Activities

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    Recreation refreshes, revitalizes, and improves a person’s quality of life. Learn about Kentucky’s Recreation Resource Guide and other resources around our state such as state parks, adaptive recreation programming, sports clubs and teams as well as inclusive activities that can be done anywhere. Lindsey Mullis, Morgan Turner

  • Universal Design in Health

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    Universal Design encompasses principles and strategies that help all individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed, which is a strategy that allows full access to all persons for programs and services. Learn why it is important to include universal design in health promotion and programming, and gain insight in how to include strategies that will…

  • Health Care Access Dialogue

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    Informative interview regarding cancer care for persons with disabilities, developed in collaboration with Human Development Institute and Markey Cancer Center staff. The nature of disparities in medical care for adults with disabilities is introduced. Information includes lived experience from adults with disabilities, such as helpful attitudes from medical staff, positive approaches to medical care, patient…

  • Rural Rehabilitation and Access to Health Care

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    Challenges in rural health care include lack of physical access to facilities, lack of special equipment, and lack of healthcare provider knowledge in working with individuals with complex health needs. Because of these factors, many individuals travel long distances for their healthcare or wait until problems that may have been easily treated worsen and they…

  • Health and Wellness

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    Individuals with disabilities are 3 times more likely to experience heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer. Kentucky is one of the highest ranked states with a disability rate of 35%. This lecture provides an overview of the health disparities experienced by people with disabilities, along with providing insight on strategies for inclusive health through education,…

  • Autistic Self-Advocacy in Kentucky

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    Did you know that Kentucky has two self-advocacy groups by and for autistic people? Autistics United Kentucky (AUK) and Kentuckiana Autistic Spectrum Alliance (KASA) engage in advocacy, social justice efforts, and community events, promoting the rights of all autistic people. We also have a lot of fun! Learn about some of our past, present, and…

  • Unconferencing: An Innovative Way to Support Conversations About Disability

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    Since 2012, HDI has been instrumental in bringing participant-driven meetings, called unconferences, to Kentucky residents with disabilities, their family members, and support workers. The unconference format is inherently democratic, providing a space where disabled voices are respected as experts on disability. Learn more about unconferences and how they work, including examples of recent HDI-sponsored unconferences.…

  • Allyship

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    Anyone can be an ally to people with disabilities; the fundamental tools required are thoughtful listening and a willingness to step back and let disabled people lead. This training is designed for professionals, family members, direct support workers, and anyone else who would like to learn how to better support people with disabilities. The presenters…