March 7, 2005

WSU Developmental Disabilities Institute receives grant

Wayne State's Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) has been awarded a 5-year, $250,000 grant to assist Detroit families with children who have disabilities. The grant, targeted to fund DDI's "Detroit Family Support 360 Project, provides a one-stop support center helping families obtain the supports and services they need in order to enhance their health and well-being. "The one-stop system of family support gives families an opportunity to learn about a myriad of support services available to their children with developmental disabilities," said Elizabeth Janks, DDI associate director for training and community support and Detroit 360 project director.

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