
The Arc of North Carolina Read this exciting press relase from The National Institutes of Health about Fragile X
Clinical Tests Begin on Medication to Correct Fragile X Defect, November 2, 2009 News Release - Nati
Source: www.nih.gov
NIH-supported scientists at Seaside Therapeutics in Cambridge, Mass., are beginning a clinical trial of a potential medication designed to correct a central neurochemical defect underlying Fragile X syndrome, the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability. ...

The Arc of North Carolina The Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC) is holding some great workshops in November on a variety of topics. Take a look at the calendar.

The Arc of North Carolina There's information on the Division's website about self-determination in the Supports Waiver. There's also a video. Check it out!
Source: www.ncdhhs.gov
DMH/DD/SAS provides oversight for the mental health substance abuse and developmental disability services statewide.

The Arc of North Carolina The Divsion is hosting 6 forums across the state to explain self-determination in the Supports Waiver. Please see the flyer for information.
Source: 72.167.22.100

The Arc of North Carolina Is there something you want to know about the various housing options for people with disabilities? Read and download The Arc of NC's resource guide, "A Closer Look at Housing Choices".
Source: www.arcnc.org
This housing resource guide is designed to help people with developmental disabilities and their families navigate the the housing system and find housing that meets their needs and fulfills their dreams. ...

The Arc of North Carolina Watch the video clip and see what The Arc is doing to give all people the opportunity to live in the community!
Source: www2.wnct.com
The Arc of Noth Carolina, East Carolina Behavioral Health, and Monarch are giving the American dream to those with disabilities as part of an 800-thousand dollar project.

Source: www.reflector.com
Officials from the Arc of North Carolina, East Carolina Behavioral Health and Monarch cut the ribbon on a house that will soon be home for individuals with developmental disabilities.

The Arc of North Carolina Advocates Rally Against DHHS Cuts By: Justin Moss, NBC17 | Oct. 14 Updated:

Source: www.wral.com
Advocates say budget cuts have put the state's mental health system in a state of emergency, and they are asking the governor to call the General Assembly into an emergency special session to fix the problem.

The Arc of North Carolina
View Press coverage of the MH/DD/SAS crisis http://news14.com//Default.aspx?ArID=616 119

The Arc of North Carolina Watch this morning's press conference where The Arc of NC and other Coalition partners urged the Governor and legislature to act now to save the MH/DD/SA system. http://www.wral.com/news/video/6208371/
Source: www.wral.com
Mental health advocates ask the governor and state lawmakers for a Special Session to do more to save services affected by state budget cuts.

The Arc of North Carolina Angry about the North Carolina budget cuts to mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse services? Show your support for a call to action! Demand that the governor & state legislators return to Raleigh to address this crisis. Attend the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 14th at 10:00am in the legislative office building room 643. Spread the word!

The Arc of North Carolina
Congratulations to the 2009 Distinguished Affiliates of The Arc in North Carolina! The Arc of Buncombe County, The Arc of Cabarrus County, The Arc of Davidson County, The Arc of Durham County, The Enrichment Center, an affiliated Chapter of The Arc, The Arc of Gaston County, The Arc of Haywood County, The Arc of High P...oint, The Arc of Mecklenburg County, The Arc of Moore County, The Arc of Rowan County, The Arc of Stanly County, The Arc of Union County and The Arc of Wilson County
Chapters who receive the Distinguished Affiliate designation have met stringent criteria in advocacy, community activities, community education, support of self-advocacy, public awareness, fundraising diversity, and chapter management.Read More
Chapters who receive the Distinguished Affiliate designation have met stringent criteria in advocacy, community activities, community education, support of self-advocacy, public awareness, fundraising diversity, and chapter management.Read More

The Arc of North Carolina Next week the Legislative Oversight Committee on Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Substance Abuse Services will meet on Wednesday, October 14th! We encourage you to come to this meeting. It will start at 10am in room 643 of the Legislative Office Building.
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