Health is a state of physical, mental, and social well-being. The term "health care" encompasses services and supports that assist in attaining, maintaining, and improving skills, function, and community participation. Health care includes all aspects of physical, mental, and behavioral health including wellness, health promotion and preventative services, vision, hearing, oral and dental health care, substance use disorder and addiction services, medication management, pre-natal care, reproductive and sexual health, rehabilitation, pain management and palliative care.
All people, including people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD), should have timely access to high quality, comprehensive, accessible, affordable, appropriate health care that meets their individual needs; maximizes their health, well-being, and function; and increases their independence and community participation.
The Arc Position Statement on Health
Dental Webinars
Below you will find dental resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD):
- NJ Department of Health: 2024 Dental Clinic Directory
- Horizon NJ Health: Directory of Dentists Treating Children Under the Age of Six
- NJ Dental Association: Special Needs Provider List
- Aetna Better Health of NJ: NJFC Dentists Treating Adults with IDD
- Horizon NJ Health: NJFC Dentist Treating Children and Adults with IDD
- What to Ask when Contacting a Dental Office
- A List of Dentists and Oral Surgeons
- Special Smiles: Comprehensive dental care for persons with special needs
- Institute for Exceptional Care: Access Smiles - Inclusive Dentistry for All
- CareQuest Institute for Oral Heath: Exploring Oral Health and Care Access among Adults with Disabilities