RRTCADD Directory
Welcome from the Director
As persons with intellectual and developmental
disabilities are living longer and their presence in the community
increases there is a growing need for information on ways to
support these adults and their families. This web site is designed
to provide information on the latest research, model programs,
and policy issues pertaining to this population. It describes
training and technical assistance opportunities, conferences,
and available resources. These resources are available in various
formats, including written products, videotapes, and CDs. Many
of the products can be downloaded at no cost. We tried to design
a user friendly website not only for researchers and professionals,
but also for families and persons with a disability. We welcome
your suggestions.
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Tamar Heller, Ph.D.
Director of the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center
on Aging with Developmental Disabilities, Department of Disability
and Human Development |
Mission Statement
The Rehabilitation Research and Training Center
on Aging with Developmental Disabilities (RRTCADD) promotes the successful
aging of adults with intellectual (mental retardation) and developmental
disabilities (I/DD) in response to physical, cognitive, and environmental
changes.
Its coordinated research, training, and dissemination activities promote
progressive policies and supports to maintain health and function, self-determination,
independence, and active engagement in life. The RRTCADD is a national resource
for researchers, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities,
their families, service providers, policy makers, advocacy groups, students,
and the general community.
The RRTCADD is committed to Participatory Action Research. Its active
consumer and family advisors and its national advisory board of major disability,
aging, and advocacy organizations help insure that the RRTCADD’s research
is relevant and is responsive to culturally diverse populations.
Current RRTCADD Projects Summary (2003-2008)
RRTCADD has three overall goals:
- Promoting Healthy Aging
among adults with I/DD who are at high risk for developing chronic
conditions.
- Supporting Families and Other
Carers by empowering families and persons with disabilities to
advocate for and obtain needed supports.
- Aging and Disability Friendly
Environments by promoting "age and disability friendly" community
environments.
RRTC Projects (1998-2003) |
