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A podcast from the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) that shares real stories from network members who are working to change systems and structures that impact people with disabilities. Each AUCD Network Narratives episode features a conversation about experiences at a LEND, UCEDD or IDDRC, especially highlighting emerging leaders and the voices of BIPOC disabled people and their families. We aim to energize AUCD network members to take action in their own communities. View all episodes and transcripts at http://www.aucd.org/podcast

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A Quality Improvement Network for Interdisciplinary Training in Developmental Disabilities with Jen Smith

February 02, 2023 • AUCD • Season 2 • Episode 19

Today, Jeiri is joined by her colleague and LEND director, Jen Smith. Dr. Smith is a clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst, specializing in treating children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder.

Dr. Smith oversees the Lend program at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center in Ohio, and she is also the community outreach coordinator for the Kelly O’Leary Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Today, she discusses what the Lend Program Quality Improvement Network is, and how it helps interdisciplinary training and developmental disabilities. She shares the process of writing a paper and the findings that came out of that process. She also discusses the goal of LPQI and the barriers that exist with using it.

Dr. Smith discusses how LPQI helps families and self-advocates on their journey, and why programs need the data from LPQI to create stronger, better programs. Tune in to this episode to hear more about LPQI and the benefits of having this data.

This podcast episode is provided in partial fulfillment of tasks outlined in a cooperative agreement (#UA5MC11068) between AUCD and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB). The contents do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of MCHB, the Health Resources Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, or the U.S. Government.

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