UIC College of Applied Health Sciences Working to Improve Quality of Life for People with Disabilities and their Families
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The Institute on Disability and Human Development at the UIC College of Applied Health Sciences is researching the support needs of caregivers in the community. Under a five-year $4.3 million grant from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research, researchers at the institute are seeking to expand our understanding of the lived experiences of families caring for a member with a disability.
Principal investigator Dr. Sumithra Murthy says the goal is to “improve family support, policies and practices, as well as improve community living and participation outcomes for people with disabilities and their families.” The project will also create a national resource center on family support, providing families and caregivers with training, technical assistance and information, and disseminating findings to health care professionals and policymakers.