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Kelly Crosbie, MSW, LCSW
Director, DMHDDSUS
| | Hot Topics | April 2, 2025 | | NC APSE 2025 Spring Conference Highlights | |
DMH/DD/SUS Director Kelly Crosbie and colleagues recently presented at the North Carolina Association of People Supporting Employment First (NCAPSE) Conference: Tides of Progress. Building Bridges, not Barriers. The event brought people together across the state to celebrate successes in promoting employment first while planning for another year of progress.
Director Crosbie and Kathie Smith of the NC DHHS Employment and Independence for people with Disabilities (EIPD) each presented State of the State Updates and described how work continues to have a positive impact on the citizens of North Carolina. Claire Colligan of DMH/DD/SUS and Kenneth Bausell of EIPD together presented the progress the Inclusion Works project has made on creating opportunity for those with I/DD in the state to obtain and retain well paid jobs in the communities.
| | Discover the New Inclusion Connects Work Plan | | |
We're pleased to share the Inclusion Connects Work Plan, North Carolina’s roadmap to improving services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This plan supports the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services’ strategic goals and aligns with the state's goal to enhance community-based services.
You can view the complete work plan and our detailed strategies for the upcoming year here.
| | Volunteer with the Inclusion Connects Advisory Committee | | |
The Inclusion Connects Advisory Committee (ICAC) is looking for volunteers to help improve services for people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) in North Carolina. We need community members, individuals with I/DD experience, family members of those receiving I/DD services, and Direct Support Professionals to join our team.
As a volunteer, you'll work with others to review and suggest ways to make I/DD services better across the state. Your input will make a real difference in the lives of people with I/DD. Volunteers serve on the committee for two years. We meet four times a year, with extra meetings as needed. If you're passionate about helping others and want to share your experience or ideas, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please complete the form here.
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Mental Health Block Grant
Planning and Advisory Council Meeting
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Join us to learn about policies and programs that affect the MH/IDD/SU/TBI community. Side by side, we will work together to better understand and improve our system. We will listen closely to one another, and we will share ideas for public policy that will improve lives in NC. This month’s event will be slightly extended and features a panel discussion in honor of National Autism Acceptance Month.
Date/Time: Monday, April 7, 2025, 2:00-3:15 p.m.
Registration Link: Register for webinar
Closed-Captioning & American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters will be provided.
| | Addiction Professionals of North Carolina 2025 Spring Conference | | |
Made possible in part by support from NCDHHS, attend the APNC Spring Conference to earn valuable continuing education credits toward licensure, enjoy tailored sessions designed to enhance your professional growth, and network with peers who share your passion and commitment across our state.
Date/Time: April 21-23, 2025, 8:00-12:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Junaluska Conference Center, 91 North Lakeshore Drive, Waynesville, NC
Registration: Register for the conference
| | North Carolina Prevention Conference | | |
Made possible in part by support from NCDHHS, the primary focus of the North Carolina Prevention Conference is to support those engaged in primary prevention strategies, including prevention providers, coalition workers, educators, and public health professionals.
Date/Time: April 24-25, 2025, 8:00-12:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Junaluska Conference Center, 91 North Lakeshore Drive, Waynesville, NC
Registration: Register for the conference
More Information: Visit the conference website
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NCARF 2025 Spring Conference
Working Together to Impact Change
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Founded over 50 years ago in 1965, NCARF - Working Together to Impact Change is an established resource for influence, information, education and training, networking, and collaboration with member facilities. Functioning as the unified voice, NCARF is dedicated to ensuring that the citizens of North Carolina are aware of the diverse services provided by its members.
Conference Date/Time: April 29-30, 2025
Conference Date/Time: April 30-May 2, 2025
Location: Courtyard by Marriott - Carolina Beach, 100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
Registration: Register for conference
More Information: View the conference agenda
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This yearly event brings together mental health advocates, peers, professionals, and family members to bring awareness, pledge to eradicate stigma in communities, and raise funds to support NAMI programs and services. Come together to celebrate recovery, advocate for increased access to resources, and contribute to improving the lives of those who live with mental illness and their families. Show your support for mental health in North Carolina and DMH/DD/SUS's community partner, NAMI, by attending.
Date/Time: Saturday, May 17, 2025, 8:00- 1:30 a.m.
Location: Perimeter Park 3015 Carrington Mill Blvd, Morrisville, NC 27560
Registration: Register for the walk
More Information: Visit the website
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