Advocates for those with profound autism say that a committee tasked with guiding the federal government’s strategy on the developmental disability is largely ignoring the needs of this population. A ...

BOSTON - Douglas Chafe is well loved by his family who desperately wants to give him the best life possible. His mom, Lorriane Morgan Chafe, says Douglas is 24 years old and is severely autistic. He ...

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities reported more anxiety and depression, more treatment use and greater ...

The Mahoning County Board of Commissioners recognized the Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) during its regular meeting Thursday, with a special proclamation marking ...

A new study finds more than 12,000 adults with autism, intellectual, or developmental disabilities live with caregivers over the age of 60. More than 46,000 individuals with autism, intellectual, or ...

The newly expanded and renovated Marklund Wasmond Center residential facility and school for individuals with developmental disabilities was celebrated with gold scissors and a red ribbon with an ...

John is described as a 10 year old living in the body of a 21 year old. He has a developmental disability, a serious psychiatric illness and highly disruptive behavioural issues. He has recently ...

BYRON — It was karaoke night at the Byron Fire Department during November’s dance for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. Everyone signed up to sing their favorite songs and really brought their ...

BYRON — The Byron Fire Hall went “back in time” to the 80s on Jan. 8 for its dance for adults with developmental disabilities. There were lots of neon, good music, and memories made, organizers said ...