Research & Evaluation

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Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

The purpose of this study is to understand changes over time in services and quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who receive adult long term care supports in the state of Wisconsin. Family members and individuals with IDD will complete an online survey once a year for five consecutive years during the study.

Contact:

Leann Smith DaWalt
608-890-1390
Email: lesmith2@wisc.edu
Website: Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

The Study to Explore Early Development (SEED)

The Study to Explore Early Development (SEED)

WI SEED

SEED is a nationwide study of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Wisconsin SEED is now evaluating the impact of COVID-19 on families with young children. This new research will help highlight the impact of disruptions in services (including but not limited to intensive behavioral therapies in children with autism) on long-term health outcomes.

Contact:

Maureen Durkin, PhD
608-263-7507
Email: mdurkin@wisc.edu
Website: WI SEED

Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DD (WISADDS)

Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DD System

Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DDThis is a multiple source investigation to determine and monitor the number of eight year-old children in the population with an autism spectrum disorder and/or intellectual disability. The Wisconsin study is also investigating cerebral palsy. This is a joint undertaking with CDC and the protocol is being implemented in several other states in the nation.

Contact:

Maureen Durkin, PhD
608-263-7507
Email: mdurkin@wisc.edu
Website: Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DD