"For too long, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have had to navigate a healthcare system that wasn't built for them. Rushed appointments, providers who aren't trained in IDD care, and fragmented support systems have made it difficult to get the care they need. But finally, that's changing. Makom - a trusted leader in person-centered support for more than 40 years - has launched their Clinical Services department, a new approach to healthcare designed specifically for people with IDD."
"Individuals with IDD face unique health challenges. They're more likely to experience communication barriers, higher rates of obesity or malnutrition, and unmet needs in physical and mental health. Traditional healthcare often overlooks these realities. Makom's Clinical Services fills that gap, offering integrated, compassionate care that honors each patient's voice and choice. With an interdisciplinary team trained in IDD care, the Clinical Services ensures patients aren't just treated - they're understood."
Makom launched a Clinical Services department providing integrated, person-centered healthcare specifically for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The department addresses communication barriers, higher rates of obesity or malnutrition, and unmet physical and mental health needs through an interdisciplinary team trained in IDD care. Services include behavioral and mental health, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language supports coordinated under one roof. Clinicians prioritize patient voice and choice, reduce overreliance on medication through behavioral interventions, and coordinate with families for continuity. The approach focuses on treating the whole person, improving mobility, independence, and community participation.
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