NC Medicaid · your LME-MCONC Innovations WaiverMedicaid 1915(c) waiver providing long-term home and community-based services for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, including autism. Covers respite, day supports, supported employment, and more.
NC MedicaidNC Medicaid 1915(i) ServicesInterim home and community-based services available while waiting for the Innovations Waiver — including help with daily activities, job coaching, and community living.
NC MedicaidCommunity Alternatives Program for Children (CAP/C)Medicaid waiver for medically fragile children at risk of institutionalization, providing in-home nursing, personal care, and family supports.
NC MedicaidCommunity Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA)Home and community-based services for adults who would otherwise need nursing facility care — personal care, respite, and care coordination.
NC Department of Health & Human ServicesNC Medicaid for Children & FamiliesComprehensive health coverage including behavioral health, therapies (ABA, speech, OT), and well-child services for eligible children.
NC DHHS · Children's Developmental Services AgenciesNC Infant-Toddler Program (CDSA)Free early intervention under IDEA Part C for children birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities. Includes evaluation, therapy, and family service coordination.
NC Division of Child & Family Well-BeingNC Pre-KFree high-quality preschool for eligible 4-year-olds, with priority and supports for children with IEPs.
Federally funded Parent Training & Information Center for NCExceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)Free training, one-on-one help, and resources for families navigating IEPs, 504 plans, and special education rights.
NC DHHS · Division of Vocational RehabilitationNC Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesJob assessment, training, placement, assistive technology, and Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) for high schoolers with disabilities.
NC's federally designated Protection & Advocacy agencyDisability Rights NCFree legal advocacy on special education, Medicaid, employment, abuse/neglect, and other disability rights issues.
Social Security AdministrationSocial Security: SSI & SSDISupplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provide monthly cash benefits for people with qualifying disabilities.
NC Department of State TreasurerNC ABLE Savings ProgramTax-advantaged savings accounts for people with disabilities — save up to $19,000/year without losing SSI or Medicaid eligibility.
UNC School of Medicine · statewide networkFamily Support Network of NCFree parent-to-parent support, sibling programs, and help connecting to financial and community resources for families of children with special needs.
Mecklenburg County's behavioral health managed care organizationAlliance Health (LME-MCO)The local entry point for publicly funded behavioral health, I/DD, and substance use services in Mecklenburg County. Start here to access most Medicaid disability services.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg SchoolsCMS Exceptional Children ProgramSpecial education services for students ages 3–21, including evaluation (Child Find), IEPs, related services, and Pre-K EC classrooms.
Mecklenburg County Department of Social ServicesMecklenburg County DSS — Adult ServicesAdult protective services, in-home aide services, guardianship support, and connections to community-based adult care.
INLIVIAN (Charlotte Housing Authority)Section 8 Housing Choice VouchersFederal rental assistance helping low-income households, including those with disabilities, afford housing in the private market.
