Resources
What are Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
An intellectual disability is a term used when there are limits to a person’s ability to learn at an expected level and function in daily life. Learn more about IDD at National Institutes of Health.
Some examples of intellectual and developmental disabilities may be, but not limited to, autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), Cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS).
What is the NC Innovations Waiver
The NC Innovations Waiver is a Federally approved 1915 C Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver (HCBS Waiver) designed to meet the needs of Individuals with Intellectual or Development Disabilities (I/DD) who prefer to get long-term care services and supports in their home or community, rather than in an institutional setting.
The Medicaid Innovations Waiver supports individuals with I/DD in living the life they choose. Waiver services are administered by a local management entity/managed care organization (LME/MCO) which facilitate services and oversee a network of community-based service providers. Individuals who receive waiver funding work with their team to develop a person-centered plan of care and request the services and supports they need.
Additional Resources in North Carolina
If you or a loved one is in need of services in North Carolina, contact the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services Customer Services:
Email: IDDListeningSessions@dhhs.nc.gov
Call: (855) 262-1946
Website
Decision-Making Support Options in NC
Find Locator: https://worktogethernc.com/services/
Resources for parents: https://disabilityadvice.org/child-disability/