Organization Profile
Westchester Institute for Human Development
http://www.wihd.orgThe Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) is a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and is affiliated with New York Medical College (NYMC). WIHD advances policies and practices that foster the health, development and safety of all children; strengthen families and communities and promote health and well-being among people of all ages with disabilities and special health care needs. The organization accomplishes its mission through: educating professionals for the future; developing innovative services and supports, building capacity in communities through training and technical assistance; conducting research to increase understanding and creating and disseminating that information.