Bill Barry, Rock Haus Foundation administrative director, said one of the most underserved groups in Texas is those diagnosed with an Intellectual and Developmental Disability , or IDD.

The Rock Haus Foundation is a nonprofit organization that prioritizes connecting New Braunfels’ students and transitioning adults diagnosed with an IDD to the resources they need.

“Our job is to help teach them,” Barry said. “To learn and understand what's available and to get our community working together to be able to meet those needs.”

The big picture

Barry said individuals with an IDD have difficulty in learning, language, behavior and physical challenges, not just those with one specific condition.

Employees of the nonprofit host a variety of community events and workshops, which aim to reduc

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