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National Family Caregiver Month November is National Family Caregiver Month, a time to recognize and honor the essential role of family caregivers. These dedicated individuals provide vital support to their loved ones. Let’s take a moment to thank caregivers for their compassion, resilience, and commitment to caregiving💙 A Community for Those Who Care The Link Center is strengthening the backbone of support for a stronger tomorrow. Explore a comprehensive collection of resources and information dedicated to supporting individuals with IDD and mental health needs. Topics include strategies, emerging best practices, and proven care models to meet a wide range of needs. Resources are designed to foster compassionate and effective support, whether you're a caregiver, professional, or community member.  LEARN MORE Latest Articles From JMHRID NADD members receive free access to the Journal of Mental Health Research in Intellectual Disabilities (JMHRID). This invaluable resource provides the latest research, insights, and evidence-based practices in the field of IDD and mental health.  NADD Members can access the latest in research by clicking the links below: “It’s a Circus”: Family Caregivers’ Perceptions on Accessing Mental Health Care for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Self-Injury and the Treatment Gap: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of Beliefs About Causal Variables and Treatment Goals Among Caregivers, Researchers, and Clinicians NADD ACCREDITATIONS CONGRATULATIONS! Lifesteps The following programs were recently NADD Accredited Residential Habilitation - Community Homes Community Participation Support Employment Services Assistive Technology The Optimal Group, Inc. The following program was recently NADD Accredited Targeted Case Management LEARN MORE Family Caregivers in the News Caring for a loved one with IDD is much more than a full-time job. The load is often heavy, leaving caregivers working constantly and struggling to balance personal obligations with the demands of full-time care. National Family Caregiver Month celebrates the millions of caregivers who balance their responsibilities with compassion and resilience, shining a light on their essential and inspiring work. Read the full article for a peek into the experiences of two Family Caregivers: READ MORE DSPs Needed for Research Study Are you a DSP utilizing mobile technology? Please consider participating in a NADD-approved, doctoral research study focused on the experiences of DSPs using mobile technology to track and understand behavioral health needs. Participants will participate in one 60-75 minute online focus group. Lend your expertise to an understudied area & earn a $30 gift card for your participation. To register, please email Sean Erreger: serre864@live.kutztown.edu NADD's 2025 National Conference Not a NADD Member? Become one today, starting at just $99 per year. JOIN NOW FOLLOW NADD ON SOCIAL MEDIA

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