Accessible and Inclusive Mental and Behavioral Health; Interdisciplinary Training
The purpose of this research unit is to advance health and well-being of children, youth, and adults with autism and related disabilities. Disseminate evidence-informed practices to build more inclusive health and child care environments for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Recruit and train current and future providers in the fields of health care, education, and related fields from a variety of backgrounds and regions of Kansas to provide inclusive care in partnership with people with lived experience and their families.
Accessible and Inclusive Mental and Behavioral Health Work
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Currently Funded Projects
Accessible and Inclusive Mental and Behavioral Health Team
Unit Directors
Associated Staff
Nicole Crump
Nicole is a dedicated advocate for caregiver needs. The mother of two children, including one who has an ultra-rare medical condition and complex needs, Nicole understands the importance of community, connection, and wellness for caregivers of disabled children. This passion led her to work within the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where her work centers around providing families information and support to enhance their overall wellbeing. Her professional passions include clinician and community education, enhancing Kansas respite services, and providing practical self-care interventions for families.
Chandra Gordon
Chandra Gordon, LMSW, has over 25 years of experience in the social services, behavioral health and medical fields. Her background includes youth development, care coordination, program development/management/evaluation, grant writing, personnel management, facilitation and training, quality improvement, community advocacy, and qualitative research/analysis. She is currently serving as an Academic Social Worker at the University of Kansas Medical Center in the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Sciences.