IntellectAbility

04/24/2026

IntellectAbility had a fantastic time at the ANCOR Conference 2026! We were proud to share our hashtag pins and even more excited to see so many of you wearing them and showing your support.

Craig Escude, MD, FAAFP, FAADM pictured with Clare Husbands, Chrystal Wheat, Randi Morgan, BSN RN, and Sylvie C. H. Dempsey, M.S., D.D.P.

Hilary Gaytan pictured with Maulik M. Trivedi, MD, FACEP.

04/20/2026

Take us out to the ball game ⚾

We had a great time at the Threshers game with the team recently. Good vibes, great company, and a fun way to recharge together!

04/17/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month 💙

In this episode of IDD Health Matters, Craig Escudé sits down with Cody Clark, a magician and autistic self-advocate who uses his performances to help audiences better understand autism.
https://hubs.li/Q04cchY_0

Cody shares how embracing his autism became part of his work, allowing him to connect with people and advocate for greater understanding. He also offers important insights for healthcare providers and support professionals about communication, sensory experiences, and creating more supportive environments for people with autism.

It’s a powerful conversation about advocacy, perspective, and the importance of listening to autistic voices.

At IntellectAbility, our Person-Centered Services are built on the same principle; listening to and learning from the people we support so care, supports, and health planning truly reflect each person’s goals and experiences.

Watch the full episode and see a little magic along the way. ✨

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04/16/2026

Person-Centered Thinking is more than a mindset. It is a skill set.

Join us May 12 to 14 for our Virtual Person-Centered Thinking Training and learn practical tools that help support professionals better understand the people they serve and deliver truly person-centered support.

In this live, interactive 3-day training, participants will learn how to:
• Use essential person-centered thinking skills
• Balance what is important to and important for a person
• Strengthen observation, problem-solving, and management skills
• Create and use effective Person-Centered Descriptions

The training is delivered live via Zoom and designed to be engaging, interactive, and practical for everyday support.

Seats are limited. Register now to reserve your spot.

Register today: https://hubs.li/Q04ccjhD0

04/15/2026

Heading to ANCOR in Boston next week? You won’t want to miss this session on Wednesday.

Join Craig Escudé, MD, FAAFP, FAADM, Maulik M. Trivedi, MD, FACEP, Justin Amoyal, and Jason Ray for “Optimizing Healthcare and HCBS Expenditures Using Technology” and explore how coordinated technology partnerships are improving healthcare outcomes and reducing costs for people with IDD.

We’re thrilled to be presenting alongside these organizations and advancing this important work together.

See you there 👏

04/15/2026

A stronger healthcare workforce includes training in IDD health.

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities often face barriers to care because many healthcare professionals receive little or no training in IDD health needs.

When clinicians and providers have the right knowledge and tools, they can better recognize health risks, improve communication, and provide more effective care.

If we want rural healthcare systems that truly serve everyone, IDD health training must be part of the solution.

Let’s make sure people with IDD are included in rural health transformation.

04/14/2026

An insightful SPADD 2026 for David Toback, IntellectAbility's Person-Centered Services Mentor. The “Survive to Thrive” theme really came through during the conference, with lots of meaningful conversations and eye-opening moments.

04/10/2026

He is not refusing. He may be anxious.

Behavior is often misunderstood in healthcare and support settings.

For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, what looks like refusal or defiance can actually be a response to anxiety, fear, pain, confusion, or sensory overload.

When staff take a step back and look deeper, they can better understand what someone is communicating. With the right training and awareness, escalation can decrease, and support can improve.

Understanding behavior starts with listening and looking beyond the surface.

04/08/2026

About 2.6% of Americans live with an intellectual or developmental disability.

As states plan how to use funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program, people with IDD must be part of the conversation. Access to care, trained providers, and supportive services should reflect the needs of the whole population.

People with IDD deserve to be included when rural healthcare systems are being redesigned.

Let’s work together to ensure disability is part of rural health transformation!

04/07/2026

“Our platform delivers both individual-level insight and population-level intelligence.” — Dr. Craig Escudé

From early risk detection to better outcomes, this is what it means to shift from reactive care to proactive, person-centered support. IntellectAbility is helping transform how we understand and address health risks for people with IDD at both the individual and system level.

Read the full article: https://hubs.li/Q049TfNg0

04/06/2026

We’re hitting the road this April! ✈️

IntellectAbility is excited to be attending three incredible conferences this month. You can find us at the Service Providers Association for Developmental Disabilities (SPADD) Conference (April 13–14), the ANCOR Annual Conference (April 21–23), and the United Cerebral Palsy Annual Conference (April 27–29).

If you’ll be there, come say hello! We’d love to connect, share what we’ve been working on, and continue the conversation around improving health outcomes and replacing risk with wellness.

04/03/2026

1 in 39 Americans has an intellectual or developmental disability.

As rural healthcare systems are being redesigned, it’s critical that people with IDD are not left out of the conversation. Access to care, trained providers, and supportive services must be part of rural health planning.

People with IDD deserve healthcare systems that understand their needs and support their health.
Let’s work together to ensure disability is included in rural health transformation.


Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q049mn9C0