Michigan residents with disabilities, along with their families, can look forward to five more years of service from the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) at Wayne State University. The institute recently received a $2.8 million core grant from the U.S. Administration for Children and Families. As a result, DDI will continue its mission of contributing to the development of inclusive communities and quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through a culturally sensitive, statewide program of interdisciplinary education, community support and services, research, and dissemination of knowledge and information to and about Michigan’s disability community.
“We’re delighted to receive this funding to continue to support Michigan’s families and children with disabilities,” said Barbara LeRoy, DDI director, “and we’re delighted to be here at Wayne State.”