Community Event

ADHD in girls often looks different than it does in boys. This different presentation—which is not typically what most people think of when they picture a person with ADHD—has contributed to girls being misdiagnosed or missed altogether resulting in missed opportunities for proper ADHD intervention. During this session, psychologists Dr. Julia Schechter and Dr. Maura […]

The North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance (NCDSA) is proud to host the North Carolina Down Syndrome Conference. Held annually in the spring, the statewide conference brings together nationally and regionally recognized experts in their fields. Conference sessions cover diverse topics relevant across the lifespan of individuals with Down syndrome. Everyone who supports a person with

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 1ST. Join the Midtown Housing Coalition in a celebration of their Inclusive Tiny Home Community Project, in partnership with Bethany United Methodist Church! There will be food & drinks, snow cones, IDD vendors, art displays, games & prizes, coffee, face painting, a silent auction, and live music. For

“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Suess is a children’s book that encourages and inspires readers to embrace life’s challenges and adventures. In April, we join Meet The Need NC’s individuals with I/DD lived experience advocates with our state’s General Assembly to discover the “whys” behind their advocacy, and their personal challenges and adventures

HOPE NC is asking for individuals with lived experience to join HOPE NC committees that support the organization’s mission towards creating options for inclusive housing. The two requirements for joining a committee is that you attend the meetings and complete any tasks assigned. If you are interested, you can sign up for a Zoom meeting

The Program Coordinator of Youth LEAD NC (YLNC), Meredith Huml, will be sharing information on YLNC – what they do and how to get involved. YLNC is a non-profit organization serving youth and adults aged 30 and younger across the state. They are a cross-disability organization and are the designated organization for their summer flagship

Join HOPE NC for a tour of the community garden at the Kirk of Kildaire Church in Cary. You’ll also create your own planters with seeds to take home and watch them grow throughout the spring. Bring a snack to share or just bring yourself!

Collaborative relationships among family members and educators are critical to student success. And yet, as in all important relationships, disputes will happen. How might these disputes be engaged constructively? How might those relationships be strengthened so that differences are handled with the least cost to all involved? The Working Together Series provides strategies that you

Collaborative relationships among family members and educators are critical to student success. And yet, as in all important relationships, disputes will happen. How might these disputes be engaged constructively? How might those relationships be strengthened so that differences are handled with the least cost to all involved? The Working Together Series provides strategies that you