MMI Monthly
Updates from the Munroe-Meyer Institute | April 20, 2021
Director's message: Awareness is no longer enough
There has been an intentional campaign to refer to April as "Autism Acceptance Month."

New technology opens up physical therapy opportunities at MMI
Munroe-Meyer Institute's new ZeroG system helps clients explore possibilities.

Families with IDD praise MMI, state's vaccination clinic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, MMI has been working to address the need for vaccination opportunities for people with IDD, as well as their parents and caregivers.

Vision Clinic open for clients with IDD at Munroe-Meyer Institute
The Munroe-Meyer Institute Vision Clinic, part of the new Caring for Champions Program, began seeing patients April 2.

Autism acceptance month shines
brightly throughout community
The Munroe-Meyer Institute, Autism Action Partnership teamed to promote autism acceptance in April.

Speaker discusses history of anti-Asian racism at MMI event
Sharon Ishii-Jordan, PhD, drew from her family history for UNMC presentation.

Dr. Ellis to discuss autism as telebehavioral health series ends
Registration is open for the final presentation in the webinar series, which will be held May 19.

UCEDD seeking trainees
Ten-month program intended for individuals who seek to increase their involvement in the disability field.

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