Organization
Center for Development and Disability(CDD)
New Mexico's only federally funded University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), established at the University of New Mexico in 1990. CDD conducts research, trains disability service professionals, and maintains the largest disability-related library collection in New Mexico.
About
The Center for Development and Disability (CDD) at the University of New Mexico is New Mexico's only federally funded University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service (UCEDD), established in 1990 as part of UNM Health Sciences.
What They Do
CDD conducts research, trains future disability service professionals, and provides direct consultation to families and agencies across New Mexico. The centre develops evidence-based resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and maintains the state's largest disability-related library collection.
Who They Serve
CDD serves individuals with developmental and neurodevelopmental disabilities of all ages, along with their families, caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals throughout New Mexico.
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