Name
Poster 01 - A Boundary Breaking Health Home Model for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Date & Time
Friday, October 17, 2025, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Description

People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) face significant health disparities due to fragmented care and systemic barriers. Compass Health Network in collaboration with Easterseals, has pioneered integrated healthcare approaches tailored to individuals with I/DD, addressing their unique medical, behavioral, and social needs. This session will explore innovative care coordination model, the role of population health management, and key policy initiatives that promote equity. Attendees will gain insight into best practices, real-world case studies, and practical strategies for improving health outcomes in this underserved population.

Speakers
Paul Thomlinson PhD, Executive Director--Research, Compass Health Network, Springfield, Missouri
Paul Thomlinson
Co-Authors
Nancy Gongaware MA,LPC, VP, Healthcare Home, Compass Health
Katherine Friedebach, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Compass Health
Content Level
All Audience
Tags
Complex Patient Care, Population and public health, Underserved populations such as LGBTQ+
Session Type
Poster
SIG or Committee
Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH)
Objective 1
Identify key barriers to healthcare access for individuals with I/DD and how integrated care models can address them.
Objective 2
Describe Compass Health Network and Easterseal's collaborative Health Home Model and its impact on patient outcomes.
Objective 3
Discuss policy and funding strategies that support sustainable integrated care for I/DD populations.
Content Reference 1

Mann, D.R., Gordon, H., & Brunskill, S. (2023). Researching Provider Solutions for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Florida Developmental Disabilities Council.

Content Reference 2

Benevides, T.W., Pham, H.H., Andresen, M.L., et al. (2024). Advancing Health Policy and Outcomes for People with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities: A Community-Led Agenda. JAMA Health Forum.

Content Reference 3

Margolis, B. (2021). Mental Health Care for Individuals with I/DD During the Time of COVID-19. Exceptional Parent Magazine. (Examines the mental health crisis among individuals with I/DD and the need for integrated behavioral health services.)

Content Reference 4

Nonnemacher, S.L., Farr, J., et al. (2024). A Resource Center Aimed at Improving Mental Health Treatment and Access for People with I/DD, Brain Injury, and other Cognitive and Communication Differences. Developmental Disabilities Network Journal.

Content Reference 5

Hotez, E., Rava, J., Russ, S., Ware, A., & Halfon, N. (2023). Using a Life Course Health Development Framework to Combat Stigma-Related Health Disparities for Individuals with I/DD. ScienceDirect.