State Resources
- www.disabilityrightsnc.org
Disability Rights North Carolina (DRNC) is NC's federally mandated statewide protection and advocacy program and is committed to promoting and preserving disability rights in the North Carolina. All DRNC advocacy services are based on a philosophy of self-determination, equal access, and peer support to be achieved through individual, professional and systemic advocacy. Services are delivered in a manner that is intended to maximize leadership, independence, productivity and integration of individuals with disabilities.
- www.nc-ddc.org
The NC Council on Developmental Disabilities is part of a national network of organizations that assist people with developmental disabilities that work to promote the "independence, productivity, integration and inclusion into the community" of people with developmental disabilities and their families. The website has publications to download as well as information and resources.
- www.fpg.unc.edu/~ncodh
The NC office on Disability and Health works to promote the health and wellness of persons with disabilities in North Carolina through an integrated program of policy, practice and research. There are many FREE health and recreation publications available on the site.
- www.autismsociety-nc.org
The Autism Society of NC website provides information about autism, ASNC programs and the support and resources that are available for people with autism and their families.
- www.bianc.net
The Brain Injury Association of North Carolina is devoted to traumatic brain injury.
- www.naminc.org
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in North Carolina website has information and resources related to mental illness.
- www.nc.eastersealsucp.com
The Easter Seals UCP North Carolina website. This has information on programs run by Easter Seals UCP.
- www.fsnnc.org
The Family Support Network of NC provides information, family support groups and parent to parent matching. They also publish an annual summer camp directory.
- www.fifnc.org
First In Families of North Carolina assists people with disabilities and their families to achieve their goals and realize their dreams.
- www.ncatp.org
The North Carolina Assistive Technology Program is a state and federally funded program that provides statewide assistive technology services to people of all ages and abilities.
- www.sonc.net
North Carolina Special Olympics website.
- www.nc-guardian.org
The NC Guardianship Association web site provides information on membership, education and training opportunities, resources and the registered guardianship program.
- www.ncdhhs.gov
The Dept. of Health and Human Services is responsible for programs in NC for people with mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse issues.
- www.ncga.state.nc.us
The NC General Assembly web page has links to your local representaives, information on pending legislation and more.
- www.ncei.org
NC Early Intervention is the system of services provided by many different agencies and programs for children birth to five who have, or are at risk of having developmental delays.
- www.ncpartnersinpolicymaking.com
"Partners" is a leadership training program designed for parents of young children with disabilities and self-advocates ages 18 and older. The overall goal of the “Partners” program is to empower families and self-advocates. The program explores disability issues and builds leadership skills, which can impact disability services at all levels.
