Dr. James Rimmer, Director of the Lakeshore Foundation/University of Alabama explores factors that play a role in reduced physical activity in people with I/DD and discuss lifestyle choices and organizational change to help improve their health.

Dr. Suzanne Smeltzer, Professor and Director for the Center for Nursing Research at Villanova University speaks about the health issues affecting women with disabilities throughout their lifespan, including common age-related issues, such as osteoporosis

Richard and Muriel Saunders from the University of Kansas dive into the details of methods, results, and lessons learned in creating an effective weight loss program for individuals with I/DD.