Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disability Initiative (GIDDI)
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A regional conveyor of supports and services related to improving the
lives of people with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Mission:
To serve as a regional conveyor of supports and services related to improving the
lives of people with Autism and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) within
the FGCU and Southwest Florida Community.
Vision
FGCU and Southwest Florida will be a rich environment for those with Autism and Intellectual/Developmental
Disabilities to live and thrive.
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Introduction
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Introduction to GIDDI
The Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disability Initiative (GIDDI) was established
at FGCU though funding by the Golisano Foundation. It was created to increase communication
among Southwest Florida agencies serving intellectually and developmentally disabled
individuals of all ages, and identify gaps and needs for supports and services for
this population. Once these gaps and needs are identified, GIDDI will partner with
area organizations to assist in building programing, services and infrastructure to
improve the quality and amount of services and supports that can be accessed by those
in need. GIDDI also will work to connect FGCU faculty, students and staff with the
area community to build a workforce possessing improved skills and awareness for the
unique needs of those with IDD.
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Who is GIDDI for?
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For Students
The Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disability Initiative (GIDDI) is dedicated
to moving FGCU and the surrounding Southwest Florida community to be a more inclusive
place to work, live and play by facilitating collaborations both on and off campus,
and hosting events and conferences with the help of partners in the IDD community.
For Parents and Caregivers
The Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disability Initiative (GIDDI) is dedicated
to provide support and education to the parents and caregivers in the community through
forming a collaboration between Southwest Florida partners, ultimately becoming a
hub for those who are willing to be accepting of individuals with unique abilities.
For Everyone
The Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disability Initiative (GIDDI) is dedicated
to supporting individuals and groups who value inclusivity and adaptivity for those
in our community who live with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Meet The Staff
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Meet The Staff
Ellen Donald (Ph.D)
Program Director, FGCU GIDDI
Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy
Office: Modular 2, Office #04
Contact: ekwill@fgcu.edu
Profile: Ellen Donald (Ph.D)
Contact Us
Ellen Kroog Donald, PhD, PT
Program Director, GIDDI
10501 FGCU Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33965
Phone: (239) 590-7531
Email: giddi@fgcu.edu
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