Kelly Crosbie, MSW, LCSW

Director, DMH/DD/SUS

Hot Topics | December 11, 2025

NC4Vets Journal – Fall 2025 Edition Now Available

The NCVets Journal – Fall 2025 Edition, published by the Triangle Business Journal in partnership with DMH/DD/SUS and the Governor’s Institute, is now available. This publication is part of the NC4Vets initiative, which aims to connect North Carolina’s Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) with essential behavioral health resources, community programs, and support networks.

The Division’s involvement reflects a continued commitment to improving access to care and strengthening the systems that serve veterans across the state. Through collaborative efforts like NC4Vets, the Division helps ensure that veterans are informed, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Inclusion Connects Adds Length of Time on Waitlist Metrics to the Innovations Waiver Waitlist Dashboard

By leveraging this data, we move closer to ensuring that every person with IDD knows about and receives the support they need—whether they’re currently on the waiver or waiting. A pre-recorded walkthrough of these updates will soon be available on the Inclusion Connects Updates webpage. Questions regarding the dashboard can be submitted to dmhiddcontact@dhhs.nc.gov.

NCDHHS Receives Low Income Home and

Energy Assistance Program Funds

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has received funding for the 2026 Low Income Home and Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) from federal partners. While the funding was delayed following the federal government shutdown, NCDHHS and county staff have been preparing so they would be ready to open for new Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) applications once federal funds were received. LIEAP and the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) are two programs supported by LIHEAP block grant funding. North Carolinians who are eligible for LIEAP assistance and did not receive an auto-renewal or notice of automated payment can apply for benefits starting on December 10, 2025. 

Community Resources

Dashboards/Reporting:

• Strategic Plan Dashboard
• 988 Performance Dashboard
• Innovations Waitlist Dashboard

Community Engagement

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State to Local Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Meeting

DMH/DD/SUS invites you to attend the State to Local Consumer and Family Advisory Committee (CFAC) meeting focused on elevating the voices of individuals and families who receive mental health, substance use, intellectual/developmental disability, and traumatic brain injury services. This meeting is an opportunity to strengthen communication between Local CFACs and the State CFAC, share updates, and identify priorities that shape services and supports in our communities.



Date/Time: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Registration: Register for the meeting

Professional Development Opportunity

NC Family Support ECHO™ – 2026 Statewide Cohort

The Arc of North Carolina and the Autism Society of North Carolina are launching the next NC Family Support ECHO™ cohort starting January 14, 2026. Supported by NCDHHS, this free, virtual professional development series is designed for those who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants will engage in seven weekly 90-minute sessions featuring expert-led discussions on topics like care management, self-advocacy, guardianship, and SSI/SSDI. CEUs are available at no cost. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your knowledge and connect with peers across the state.

Registration: Register for the training

Event Flyer: Download the event flyer

Questions: Email NCFSECHO@arcnc.org

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