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The UConn Health, Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program

The University of Connecticut, Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program is an interdisciplinary leadership training program aimed at improving the health of infants, children and adolescents who have, or are at risk for developing, neurodevelopmental and other related disabilities, with an emphasis on autism spectrum disorders.

10/28/2026

This Friday we welcome Laurie Cantwell and Kathy Cienkowski, PhD for Seminar 9: Interdisciplinary Practice—Audiology

10/23/2026

Today's seminar focused on Risks to Neurodevelopment and Health Care. Thank you to all our presenters!

10/22/2026

10/21/2026

An important update: “1 in 6” is now “1 in 5.”

The most recently published National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) data estimate that approximately 1 in 5 U.S. children ages 3–17 had a parent-reported developmental disability diagnosis in 2023–2024. This replaces the widely cited “1 in 6” estimate published in 2019.

This update highlights the importance of listening to families, monitoring children’s development, and connecting families with screening and support when concerns arise. 💙

📖 Read the study in Pediatrics https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/158/4/e2025073828/209461/Trends-in-Parent-Reported-Developmental?autologincheck=redirected

10/16/2026

Thank you to today’s presenters for LEND Seminar 7: Neurodevelopmental Risk and Resilience!
LEND Family Faculty member Laurie Cantwell discussed LEND trainee/ family matches, and Paula DeMichiel shared her family’s story, including experiences with her son, Danny.

This afternoon, we welcomed Dr. Rob Keder from Connecticut Children’s, who discussed child development and health and the role of a developmental and behavioral pediatrician.

We appreciate our presenters for sharing their knowledge, personal experiences, and perspectives with our LEND trainees!

10/15/2026

Tomorrow we welcome Dr. Keder from CT Children's Hospital! Our first family story will be shared by Paula DeMichiel.

10/14/2026

Congratulations to former CT LEND trainee Michael Wilby on being selected as a One Hundred Men of Color honoree for Community Engagement! This program honors 100 influential men of color from Connecticut and western Massachusetts for their leadership, professional achievements, and service to their communities.

We’re proud to celebrate Michael and his commitment to making a positive difference!

10/13/2026

Every child deserves the support they need to learn, grow, and belong. Families deserve to be heard and included as partners in their child’s education.

This Hartford Courant headline highlights Connecticut moms organizing after struggling to access special education services. Their voices remind us why family advocacy matters—and why timely services and strong partnerships between families and schools are essential.

Read more: https://www.courant.com/2026/10/13/fed-up-after-struggling-to-get-services-ct-moms-organize-for-special-education/

“The parents are out here working because you guys aren’t doing what you’re supposed to do at the state level,” LaMay said.

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270 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT
06030

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+18606791500

Website

https://ctlend.uconnucedd.org/

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