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The purpose of this report is to present selected key data from the 2013 Annual Performance Report (APR) from National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) grantees. The grant funding presented in this report is for the APR reporting period of June 1, 2012 through May 31, 2013. The report also compares data on some variables from 2009 through 2013.

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In support of the 2010 National Disability Summit on Disability Policy, New Editions’ team of researchers prepared ten working papers on disability policy issues. This landmark event commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and attracted over 400 stakeholders from across the country. The papers addressed policy accomplishments and future challenges in areas such as civil rights, housing, health, employment, education and technology.

This primer summarizes and provides background information and highlighted findings from a qualitative study that explores the experiences of youth with special health care needs as they transition into adulthood. The Study at a Glance was developed to be used at conferences, presentations and poster sessions to provide high-level information and inform participants about this important study.

This report presents the findings of an innovative, qualitative study exploring the experiences of youth with special health care needs as they transition into adulthood. It focuses on the importance of including youth in the decision-making process, and uses their insights and experiences to help shape and inform recommendations for future initiatives. This report includes background information, an environmental scan, research findings and quotes from study participants.

This employer resource highlights key issues related to health and wellness promotions for persons with disabilities as found in the complete Call to Action to Improve the Health and Wellness of Persons with Disabilities. It was developed collaboratively to provide employers with an introduction to developing and implementing health and wellness programs and services in the workplace that are accessible to all employees, including employees with disabilities.

This report presents research findings from a formative effort that was conducted as part of a larger initiative to better understand how patients and providers conceptualize prevention and preventive services. The purpose of this report was to synthesize information to inform the development of preventive service tools in order to help providers better communicate USPSTF recommendations to their patients.