Residential services play a crucial role in supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities. These programs …
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2024 Summer Newsletter
What is community habilitation?
Community Habilitation (CommHab) provides one-on-one or one-to-many support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to help them achieve greater independence and …
Advancement and Hope for Better Developmental Disability Services
In 1987, President Ronald Reagan designated March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Reagan said, in part: "I urge all Americans to join me in according to our fellow citizens with such …
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Housing Options for Individuals with IDDs
Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs) have unique and varying needs, and finding affordable, supportive housing is one of them. It is an integral component of …
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College Opportunities for Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Despite the challenges that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs) often face, there are a growing number of college opportunities for young adults with intellectual and …
Why is CMA One of the Best Charities to Donate to?
As we approach the end of 2022, we reflect on our successful programs and events and their positive impact on our residents and community. Community Mainstreaming Associates has been dedicated to the …
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How Doctor’s Offices Need to Prepare for Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs)
Many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have experienced difficulty obtaining access to proper and well-coordinated medical care. Therefore, when scheduling doctors' …
National Disability Employment Awareness Month: CMA’s Role
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Community Mainstreaming Associates (CMA) celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, …
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