UCEDD – University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities – UW–Madison

Photo of father with son laughing, March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

Cerebral Palsy Resources

CP Hub Page

AAC Awareness Month

Autism Resources

Autism Hub Page

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Down Syndrome Resources

Down Syndrome Hub Page

Featured Products

Leveraging Model Direct Services to Meet the UCEDD Mission (2024)

An overview of how model direct services support the full inclusion and self-determination of people with developmental disabilities and their families.

Assessment of Early Intervention Outcomes for children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing What did we learn? (2023)

Describes the study design, data collected and results from the AEIOu research study.

Finding Your Way (English)

Also available in Spanish

UCEDD News

Spring showers bring May flowers… and food! Waisman dietitians host classes on low-protein cooking and gardening for individuals with PKU.
May 29, 2025
Statewide Success: Managing Threatening Confrontations Training Enhances Disability Support for Thousands
April 8, 2025
Change Ahead: Creating a Road Map to Help Families Navigate the Transition to Adulthood for Individuals with an Intellectual and Developmental Disability
April 2, 2025
Tim Markle Receives 2025 Merle McPherson Family Leadership Award for Tireless Advocacy
March 31, 2025
Improved Assessment Protocols Identify Cerebral Palsy Earlier
March 26, 2025
National Doctors Day is March 30, 2025
March 24, 2025
Pediatric Brain Care Clinic’s multidisciplinary staff addresses acquired brain injuries from a wide range of causes
March 18, 2025
Child’s rare condition diagnosed after 14 years of searching
February 28, 2025
Waisman in Partnership with Forest County Potawatomi Community Receives Grant to Help Break Down Barriers for Indigenous Populations Accessing Autism Services
January 31, 2025
Leading by Example: Brooke Mortensen, NP
January 29, 2025

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Events

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Maravillas del Waisman June 26, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am La Movida Radio
Jul

02

Fun with Art – In Person Training July 2, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm UW South Madison Partnership, 2238 South Park Street, Madison, WI 53713
Jul

16

Trauma’s Influence on the Brain, Body, and Behavior: Promoting Healing and Well-Being – In Person Training July 16, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm UW South Madison Partnership, 2238 South Park Street, Madison, WI 53713
Jul

31

Maravillas del Waisman July 31, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am La Movida Radio
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06

Looking Beneath the Surface of “Challenging Behavior” – In Person Training August 6, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm