Developmental Disabilities Primary Care Program (DDPCP) Forum
We’re excited to announce that the first Developmental Disabilities Primary Care Program (DDPCP) Forum will take place on Friday, December 6th. Hosted by the DDPCP at Surrey Place and the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine (CPD), this forum is focused on improving primary health care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Why is this forum important?
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience higher rates of serious health conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and mental health issues like anxiety and depression. They also face significant barriers within our healthcare systems, from communication challenges to difficulties navigating complex care processes and a lack of access to specialized, tailored services. Addressing these barriers is essential—not only to improve health outcomes but to uphold the standards of equitable, patient-centered care.
How will the DDPCP Forum help?
This forum will give you practical tools and strategies to improve care for adults with IDD. You’ll hear from health care leaders and people with lived experience, offering insights that you can apply right away in your practice. Plus, you’ll earn MOC/CME credits for your participation.
Key highlights include:
- Practical advice from experts and individuals with lived experience
- Strategies to improve health outcomes and inclusion for adults with IDD
- Networking with other health care providers, advocates, and experts
For more details and to register, visit ddpcpforum.ca.
By attending, you’ll help close the gaps in health care for adults with IDD and contribute to more inclusive care.
More program details will be available soon, so stay tuned! To receive the latest updates from the Developmental Disabilities Primary Care Program, sign up for our newsletter here. A social media toolkit is attached to help you spread the word.