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Centers and Services

Access an interdisciplinary team of experts in the disorders and injuries that affect your child’s brain, and receive personal, compassionate care for your child throughout all stages of their development.

News and Podcasts

Find our latest content being sent to and covered by local and national media, or listen to our podcast series.

Kennedy Krieger Magazine

This issue of Kennedy Krieger Magazine is devoted to some of the many community programs that Kennedy Krieger Institute supports, and to those we provide to the patients, students and families we serve in our larger community.

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ROAR for Kids

Lions ROAR, elephants ROAR, tigers ROAR... and you, too, can ROAR for Kids at Kennedy Krieger! Join us on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at ROAR for Kids, a 5K race and low-mileage walk for individuals of all ages at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore! Proceeds support research and programs to help kids at Kennedy Krieger.

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Exploring the Brain Webinar: Navigating ADHD: Strategies for Success

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 7pm to 8:30pm

Caregivers, are you looking for effective ways to support a child with ADHD? The next episode of Kennedy Krieger’s Exploring the Brain series is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to help the child in your care succeed in school and in life. You’ll learn about the latest research on ADHD, practical strategies for managing symptoms, and ways to advocate for the child’s needs. Join us to gain confidence and skills to support their journey toward success.

Best Children's Hospitals U.S. News & World Report. Pediatric & Adolescent Behavioral Health 2024-2025.

U.S. News & World Report Names Kennedy Krieger Institute Among Best Children's Hospitals for 2024-2025

Kennedy Krieger Institute has been recognized as a 2024-2025 Best Children’s Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings assist parents and caregivers, along with their physicians, in navigating the challenges of choosing the best possible care for children with serious illnesses or complex medical needs. In the brand-new category of specialty behavioral health, U.S. News & World Report honors both Kennedy Krieger and Johns Hopkins Children’s Center for their joint program in Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health.

Your Child's Brain

April is known internationally as Autism Acceptance Month, providing an opportunity to think about and deepen our understanding of the complexities of this neurodevelopmental diagnosis and the varied lived experiences of people who have been diagnosed with autism.

Over the decades since autism was first described, there have been significant changes not only in how we diagnose autism, but also in our understanding of autism and its causes. To share this conversation during Autism Acceptance Month with Dr. Brad Schlaggar, President and CEO of Kennedy Krieger is his guest: Dr. Rebecca Landa, Founder and executive director of the Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation.

Outpatient Building Video Tour


Join one of our patients as she takes you on a tour through all the fun and interesting spaces that you may see when you come to the 801 North Broadway Outpatient Building. Let Peyton introduce you to Kennedy Krieger.

Careers at Kennedy Krieger

Looking To Grow Your Career? Help Treat, Care for and Work with Children & Teens in Inpatient, Outpatient and School Settings.

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Upcoming Events at Kennedy Krieger

Events, classes, trainings and conferences happening in and around Kennedy Krieger designed for patients and families, faculty and staff, researchers and trainees.