Kelly Crosbie, MSW, LCSW

Director, DMHDDSUS

Hot Topics | March 18, 2025

Governor Stein Delivers First State of the State Address

Governor Josh Stein delivered his first State of the State Address, highlighting the ongoing work to recover in western North Carolina and urging the General Assembly to invest in economic opportunity, workforce development, families and children, public schools, and public safety. Specifically, he urged the General Assembly to resolve their differences and quickly pass a Helene recovery funding bill. 

Former Governor Roy Cooper and Dr. Betsey Tilson Honored with Levine Award for Contributions to Public Health

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and former State Health Director Dr. Betsey Tilson were recognized for their exemplary accomplishments in public health with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Ron H. Levine Public Health Award at the annual North Carolina Public Health Leaders’ Conference on March 13. The Ron Levine Legacy Award is a prestigious honor named after former North Carolina State Health Director Dr. Ron Levine. Since its inception in 2004, the award has recognized individuals who have significantly improved the public health system, expanded the scope and capacity of public health services or built new and lasting partnerships that strengthen health outcomes for North Carolinians.

Medicaid Expansion in North Carolina: The First Year

Community Resources

Dashboards/Reporting:

• Strategic Plan Dashboard
• 988 Performance Dashboard
• LME/MCO Dashboard

Community Engagement

Inclusion Works Lunch and Learn

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

This month's Lunch and Learn will cover the history, key laws, influential figures, and employer benefits to I/DD employment in NC

as part of Developmental Disabilities Awareness month.

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Registration: Register for the webinar

Community Partners Webinar: An Update on Medicaid

Join NC Medicaid for updates on Medicaid and other programs. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers. 

Date/Time: Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 3:00-4:00 p.m.

Registration: Register for the webinar

NCDHHS Innovations Supported Living Levels 2 & 3

Stakeholder Meeting

Anyone utilizing Innovations Supported Living Levels 2 or 3, their providers, or families are invited to participate in the quarterly meetings regarding Innovations Supported Living Levels 2 and 3, hosted by UNC Cares. The focus of this meeting will be a review of the 2025 Supported Living Levels 2 & 3 Action Team priorities, an update on the How-To Guidebook, and a data review. To receive more information on the meetings and be added to the listserv, please contact Melissa.Black@unc.edu. 

Date/Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 2:30-4:00 p.m.

Registration: Register for the webinar

Attend by Phone: 646-931-3860, Meeting ID: 990 9930 9409

More Information: View meeting agenda

NC Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports Provider Forum

Save the Date!

Providers of all service types who administer, manage, and deliver medical, supportive, and home and community-based services to NC Medicaid beneficiaries are encouraged to attend. The forum will bring together providers, advocates, stakeholders, and vendors for valuable learning, networking, and collaboration opportunities.

Date/Time: June 4-5, 2025

Location: Hilton Raleigh North Hills, 3415 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 

More Information: Visit the forum website

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