H-CARDD research has explored the health and health care of adults with developmental disabilities in Ontario. The Atlas of Primary Care of Adults with Developmental Disabilities and a 2019 follow up report highlighted concerning health outcomes for Ontario adults with developmental disabilities. 

Since then, H-CARDD has focused on specific groups of adults with developmental disabilities including women, young adults, those with mental health and addiction problems, aging adults, adults stuck in hospital as well as adults involved in the criminal justice and forensic systems. Each of these projects describe in detail the health and health services use of these key groups. 

H-CARDD researchers have also studied how to improve the primary care and emergency health care for adults with developmental disabilities. They have worked with Family Health Teams, emergency care teams, and community agencies in Ontario to improve care and support for people with disabilities and their families.

The Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre

The Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre is the first research and education centre in Canada dedicated to improving care for adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities and mental health challenges.  The centre includes several scientists who work closely with trainees, patient and family advisors to study and develop ways to improve the mental health of this population. Scientists at the centre are running several research projects focused on mental health and disability.