Engaging and Understanding Families Who Have Children With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Elizabeth Janks created this training module for the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute at Wayne State University. The training module aims to help healthcare providers understand and communicate with families who have children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).

The training module takes the form of PowerPoint slides. It includes the following topics:

  • Challenges faced by families who have children with IDDs.
  • Culturally competent practices to use with families who have children with IDDs.
  • How to communicate effectively with families who have children with IDDs.


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Language, Culture & Diversity
Topic
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Audience
Health Care Professionals, Educators and Trainers
Setting
Hospitals and Health Systems, Primary Care and Outpatient Practices
Level
Applied