ECHO IDD PROGRAMS

ECHO IDD teleECHOTM programs:

ECHO IDD Wraparound

  • ECHO IDD Wraparound 
  • What: Discussion of topics related to IDD, ASD, and behavioral health including introduction to autism, introduction to evaluation and diagnosis, accessing available resources, behavioral interventions, depression, and anxiety, and caring for yourself when caring for others.
  • Who: All community behavioral health practitioners supporting and working with children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) (including those on the autism spectrum (ASD) and behavioral health needs.
  • When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each Month, 8:30am – 10:00am

ECHO IDD – Resources and Resource Navigation

  • ECHO IDD – Resources and Resource Navigation (open enrollment)
  • What:  This track covers discussion of resources, services, supports, and information related to individuals with IDD/ASD diagnosis, ages 0 through the lifespan. Topics include what to do while waiting for an evaluation, getting started following a diagnosis, understanding and navigating early intervention services, Developmental Disabilities Administration, state and federal resources, commonly recommended therapies, mental health services, resources for challenging behaviors, managing crisis, and other vital supports for parents, caregivers, families, and individuals with IDD/ASD.
  • Who:  Family advocates, care coordinators, case managers, resource navigators, Health Care Workers, parent and self-advocates, clinicians, and any other professionals who support the IDD/ASD population and seek to gain deeper understanding and knowledge of IDD/ASD resources, services, information, and supports. These are individuals who are going to use this information to support parents, caregivers, and individuals with IDD/ASD as they navigate the complex maze that often accompanies an IDD/ASD diagnosis.
  • When:  Each teleECHOTM clinic session is 90 minutes in length (8:30 – 10:00 AM); occurs on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Sessions are offered through Zoom technology.

ECHO IDD Psychiatric Care

  • ECHO IDD Psychiatric Care 
  • What: This track provides support and advanced training in diagnostic assessment and psychopharmacology to increase confidence in treating the co-occurring mental health conditions in IDD youth and young adults. Learn how to apply evidence-based treatments for common co-occurring behavioral health conditions. Join a network of providers from Washington State managing the psychiatric care of youth and young adults with IDD and behavioral health needs and learning together to advance health equity and social justice.
  • Who: Primary care providers, psychiatrists, Psych ARNPs, PA-Cs, NDs who are already enrolled with a Managed Care Organization (MCO) or considering enrollment with an MCO.
  • When: Each teleECHOTM clinic session is 90 minutes in length (8:30 – 10:00 AM PST); occurs on the 1st Wednesday of each month. Sessions are offered through Zoom technology. 
  •  CME Credits are offered through the University of Washington School of Medicine Continuing Medical Education office. 

Interested participants have the option to participate in one or more programs.

  • Expectations for participation in the teleECHOTM clinic – Participate in at least 70% of the teleECHOTM sessions. Be interested and willing to present a client’s case for discussion, appropriate to the focus of the program. We also request participants to actively engage in the peer learning and teaching community by sharing ideas in breakout and large group discussions.
  • There is no cost to participate in the programs.

Register for one or more of the ECHO IDD programs.

Questions: Contact Swee May Cripe at [email protected] or Sennie Rose at [email protected]

Contact ECHO IDD Wraparound

For more information about this community of practice, please contact [email protected].

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ECHO IDD Wraparound Registration

To complete the registration process, please fill out a form by clicking on the link below. Filling out this form does not guarantee a spot in an ongoing or upcoming series. A coordinator will be in touch to confirm your participation.

Accreditation

  • The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
  • Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (Each session is 1.5 credits)

CHDD/ECHO: Getting Here

The CHDD is located directly behind the University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) at the south end of the UW campus in Seattle, Washington.

Street Address:

1701 NE Columbia Rd
Box 357920
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-7920

p: 206.543.7460
e: [email protected]

Link for full directions, parking, maps and transit information.
Link to Google Maps.

  • “I like the format of the discussion being fairly flexible. I also really enjoy having both COE and more expert groups discussing together.”

    ECHO Participant
    ECHO Participant Family Psychiatrist
  • “I love hearing the cases and hearing everyone discuss diagnosis and recommendations. I learn a lot from this. The lecture at the end is also helpful.”

    ECHO Participant
    ECHO Participant Rural Doctor
  • “I think this has been great – listening to others with more experience, as well as a variety of disciplines and how they approach the patients.”

    ECHO Participant
    ECHO Participant College Professor
  • “It’s great having the ability to ask questions and pick the brains of so many smart people and to hear what works for others.”

    ECHO Participant
    ECHO Participant Community Health Center
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Contact ECHO IDD Wraparound

For more information about this community of practice, please contact [email protected]. We’ll answer your questions about registering, connecting, presenting a case report, and CMEs.