Navigating Mental Health in IDD

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Mental health is an essential part of overall well-being. That’s especially true for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), who often face unique challenges and overlooked needs. 

Save the date, Wednesday, June 11, 2 PM ET, to dive into this important topic with Sequaya Tasker, Senior Executive Officer for Program Innovation at The Arc (a Relias strategic partner), and Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW, Associate Professor of Social Work at Eastern Michigan University. This session will explore strategies for promoting mental well-being, recognizing signs of mental health concerns, and improving service delivery through a trauma-informed and person-centered approach. 

Join us to explore: 

Common mental health challenges in the IDD population

How to recognize signs of emotional distress

Resources for families, caregivers, and professionals

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Presenters

Sequaya Tasker

Senior Executive Officer, Program Innovation | The Arc of the United States

Sequaya Tasker is a highly accomplished nonprofit executive with experience in the field of developmental disabilities and social services. Currently serving as the Senior Executive Officer at The Arc of the United States, Tasker manages a team responsible for delivering multimillion-dollar programs to over 500 chapters nationwide. Her role involves leading Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, participating in agency-wide management processes, and collaborating with the CEO on annual budgeting.
Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW

Associate Professor, School of Social Work | Eastern Michigan University

Christina Marsack-Topolewski is an associate professor of Social Work at Eastern Michigan University and is a national speaker, trainer, and consultant. She has over 20 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). She holds a master’s in Social Work from the University of Michigan and a PhD in Social Work with a dual title in Gerontology from Wayne State University, with a background in Special Education. She has contributed significantly to the field with her 80+ publications in national and international journals and encyclopedias. Marsack-Topolewski has led numerous grant-funded programs tailored for individuals with IDD and co-occurring conditions, older adults, and those with chronic illnesses. In 2019, she was appointed to the National Task Group on Intellectual Disability and Dementia Practices, further solidifying her commitment to advocating for vulnerable adults. In 2024, she received the Ronald W. Collins Research Award for Research Excellence. She also received the Disability Advocacy Hall of Fame Award from The Arc of Oakland County in Michigan in 2024.