Behavioral Health & Developmental Disability Services

The ACIDD Wellness Institute is the core healing and education center of ACIDD (now Awaiyr), created to strengthen emotional well‑being, promote resilience, and support individuals living with behavioral health challenges and developmental disabilities. Our work is grounded in a trauma‑informed philosophy that recognizes the whole person — their history, strengths, culture, and capacity for growth.

We serve individuals with serious and persistent mental illness, co‑occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those navigating the complex effects of trauma. Our approach blends evidence‑based behavioral health practices with restorative, community‑centered supports that help people rebuild stability, confidence, and connection.
At the Wellness Institute, healing is not a one‑size‑fits‑all process. We offer a range of programs that honor each person’s unique journey, including nature‑based healing, emotional regulation supports, resilience‑building workshops, community education, and wellness initiatives designed to restore balance and promote long‑term recovery. Every service is delivered with compassion, dignity, and a commitment to empowerment.

Our goal is simple: to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive — regardless of their diagnosis, background, or life experience.

The ACIDD Wellness Institute works in close partnership with ACIDD Maryland, which provides comprehensive behavioral health and developmental disability services, including residential supports, COMMUNITY Development Services, Personal Support services, Employment services, and psychotherapy.