CDD Spotlight Archive
The CDD Spotlight highlights unique services and programs, trending topics, policymaking at the state and federal levels, and disability issues we emphasize in our daily work. This Archive includes previously spotlighted features, revisit news about services and programs, and find updated information.
Taking Charge of My Health (TCMH)
CDD's ON TRAC for Health Care team recently presented "Health Choices" as part of Taking Charge of My Health (TCMH) at Systems Unlimited in Cedar Rapids. Recordings of the TCMH presentations are now available to watch online.
CDD Celebrates Seven Decades
This past year CDD celebrated more than seven decades of providing care, services and supports to people with disabilities. In July of 2024, current and former CDD staff were joined by family and friends to recognize the important work we do at CDD. Read about this event and other highlights of CDD's year in the 2024 Annual Report.
CDD Wheelchair Clinic
The Wheelchair Clinic at the Center for Disabilities and Development was recently featured on Facebook, one of CDD's new social media platforms. CDD specializes in providing personal equipment solutions for individuals with developmental delays or disabilities. See what makes the CDD Wheelchair Clinic unique!
IDDRC Announces 2025 Winners!
The cornerstone of the Hawk-IDDRC is their Research Project. Looking toward the renewal of the Hawk-IDDRC program, they are considering a future Research Project. Learn about the IDDRC 2025 Pilot Grant Winners.
Judy Warth Receives Board of Regents Award
University of Iowa staff members were honored this year for achievements ranging from excellence in service to accomplishments that significantly benefited the university. Six staff received the Board of Regents Staff Excellence Award, including CDD program manager Judy Warth. They were recognized at a luncheon with members of the Board of Regents in June. Read the Iowa Now article.
CDD Celebrates Educational Diagnosticians
CDD celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week in May by shining our spotlight on Jenna Prescott and Lisa Henry Vasquez, CDD''s Educational Diagnosticians.