In June, Kennedy Krieger Institute unveiled its KIND Curriculum for Families, a digital resource hub for families of children with disabilities. Developed by experts at Kennedy Krieger, the free online program offers trusted, easy-to-understand guidance for parents, guardians and other caregivers.
“The goal of this family-focused curriculum is to reduce isolation and share with families that there are whole communities and resources for them to connect with,” says Dr. Miya Asato, a pediatric neurologist and the vice president of training at Kennedy Krieger.
The program is broken down into 15-minute-long modules and covers topics such as mental health, common legal concerns, considerations specific to military-connected families and more, along with valuable information on how to effectively address various challenges and situations. Also included in the curriculum is a resource guide with additional information and support.
“KIND” stands for “Kennedy Krieger Instruction in Neurodevelopmental Disorders,” and the KIND Curriculum for Families is a family-focused version of the Institute’s original KIND Curriculum, which offers online instruction modules for healthcare professionals in neurodevelopmental disorders. (For more information on the original KIND Curriculum, visit the curriculum’s webpage.)
For more information on the KIND Curriculum for Families, visit the curriculum’s webpage.