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Charlotte

2026 Holidays in Charlotte: A Guide for the Autism Community

Sensory-friendly and community holiday events, November through early January, plus tips for the season.

Updated October 21, 2026Read the guide

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Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

Getting an autism evaluation in Charlotte, at any age

Here is who to call at each age, the two kinds of evaluations, and what to do while you wait.

Updated October 6, 2026Read the guide

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North Carolina

The NC Innovations Waiver and 1915(i) services, explained

Two North Carolina Medicaid programs can pay for help at home, in the community, at work and for caregiver breaks.

Updated October 6, 2026Read the guide

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North Carolina

ESA+ education accounts for students with disabilities, explained

ESA+ is a North Carolina program that gives families of students with disabilities money for private school tuition, tutoring, therapies and other education costs.

Updated October 7, 2026Read the guide

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North Carolina

IEP vs. 504 plan: what's the difference, and how to ask for one

Both plans help students with disabilities succeed in school, but they come from different laws and give different kinds of help.

Updated October 8, 2026Read the guide

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