March 2026

Community Newsletter

In this Issue

Meet Tommy, a member who gets personalized Trillium services to help him reach his goals. Read More
Your Health Matters: Trillium hosts Nutrition and I/DD Awareness Summit on March 17 in Asheboro. Register Today
March's blog posts explore how knowing your rights and responsibilities can lead to the best care as well as a closer look at Brain Injury Awareness Month. Dive into Trillium's Blog

Real Stories, Real Impact

Meet Tommy!

Tommy values his independence and the opportunity to create a healthy, connected life in his community.

Through Trillium Health Resources and the NC Innovations Waiver, he can experience both. Personalized services like Supported Living provide tools and encouragement while maintaining as much independence as possible.

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Recent Highlights

Your Health Matters in 2026: Trillium to host Nutrition and I/DD Awareness Summit this March

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Join us for the I/DD Health Summit on March 17 in Asheboro. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! This event focuses on health, independence, and new opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us at Trillium's Asheboro office, located at 938 New Century Drive from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn how nutrition and wellness, local resources, and assistive technology can make daily life easier and healthier. This event is free and open to the public. Spend the day connecting and celebrating the strengths of our community.

Explore the Trillium Blog for community health insights

Did you know Trillium regularly shares blog posts designed to support the health and well-being of our communities? You can find them on our website under News Releases and Blog Posts. Each post focuses on practical information and resources at the heart of what matters most to our members and their families. This month, check out:

Great care starts with knowing your rights

Your care is about you. This month’s blog explores your Rights and Responsibilities as a Trillium member, including how to speak up, make informed choices, and stay involved in your Person-Centered Plan. Knowing your rights helps you lead your care with confidence.

Navigating daily life with a traumatic brain injury

Brain injuries affect individuals and families in many different ways. In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, an upcoming blog post will highlight key facts, common challenges, and the importance of accessible care and community support.

Read the Blog Posts

Here's another chance to ensure that Your Health Matters.

April 30 Alcohol and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder Awareness Symposium

Your Health Matters event highlighted Eating Disorder Awareness Month in February

Trillium continued its commitment to community education and well-being by hosting its second Your Health Matters event of the year, the Eating Disorders Awareness Symposium, on February 27 in Elizabeth City. Participants learned more about the impact of eating disorders and discussed ways communities, providers, and families can work together to support individuals facing these challenges.

Special thanks to our symposium speakers: Dr. Paul Garcia, Trillium's VP of Utilization Management and Benefits (Medical Affairs); Clinical Director Anmarie Reed and Registered Dietician Amanda Combs of Prosperity Eating Disorder and Wellness Center; Simone Seitz, an individual with lived experience who also is executive director of the Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders; and Jody Montrie, a clinical mental health therapist and Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders board member.

Scotland County slides into joy with new inclusive playground

There is a new reason to get outside and play in the Trillium region. Community leaders, state partners, and Trillium worked together to open a new inclusive playground in Scotland County. The new playground is located at the I. Ellis Johnson Community Center at 815 McGirt's Bridge Road in Laurinburg.

Fun is for everyone, regardless of age! Adult leaders and kids alike went down the slide at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 12.

This playground gives children with disabilities and their families a safe and welcoming place to play, explore, and spend time together.

Find an Inclusive Playground Near You

Noteworthy

Don’t forget! Spring Trillium Family Weekends at Victory Junction are here

There is still time for Trillium families to apply for Spring Family Weekends at Victory Junction. Camp sessions will be held March 27-29 and April 24-26. The first weekend’s deadline to register is March 13. Begin your journey using the interest form or visit the Victory Junction page for more information.

2026 Spring Interest Form

Trillium’s Simulation events enrich our communities

Simulation events hosted by the Trillium Learning & Development department and our community partners are can’t-miss events! Check out the recent highlights and mark your calendar for upcoming Simulations. Please share with others so they can take advantage of some great learning opportunities!

Reentry Simulations

Participants in Pamlico and Scotland County learned what it is like to be an individual who rejoins their community following incarceration. Both events were eye-opening experiences!

Register for upcoming Reentry Simulations!

March 24 Bertie County
April 7 Northampton County

On February 10 in Pamlico County, about 75 community members participated in the Reentry Simulation. The event was hosted in partnership with Tried by Fire and the Craven-Pamlico Reentry Council. Special thanks to Reentry Coordinator Angela Wilson from the Craven-Pamlico Reentry Council, who served as the keynote speaker.

On February 19 in Scotland County, Trillium partnered with Scotland Health Care System to host the Reentry Simulation at the Dulin Center in Laurinburg. We were honored to have keynote speakers Scotland County Commissioner Edward O’Neal and Leon Burden of the Colors of Life NC Youth Violence Prevention Center.

Future Supporting Children Early Simulations—Register to join us!  

Supporting Children Early Simulations, hosted by Trillium's Learning & Development department, are a rewarding experience. If you take part, you will learn how to better support families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and make a difference during these events:

March 10 Brunswick County
April 14 Anson County

Learning & Development

Congratulations to our community training participants

During the past month, Trillium continued our efforts to train first responders and community partners across our region, strengthening community response to mental health needs and crisis situations. Here are some highlights:

Crisis Intervention Team

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training continued in Onslow County where seven law enforcement officers from the Onslow County Sheriff's office and the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune completed the training.

De-escalation Skills Training

Ten staff from Life Springs Resource Center and Adult/Teen Challenge completed De-escalation Skills training at the Life Springs Resource Center in Sanford.