Work Together NC Project of National Signficance, UNC TEACCH Autism Services
Project Description:
To improve the quality of life of people with ID/DD and their families in NC
through (1) making it easier to navigate systems of support in the
transition to adulthood (2) increasing access to meaningful work,
continued education, and community engagement
Goals include
1) reduce complexity and increase easier access to services supporting the transition
to adulthood, starting in the Triangle/Triad area of NC and eventually scaled statewide
2) support people with ID/DD to access and advance in meaningful work and/or
continued education/training
3) partner with businesses to implement, sustain, and recognize the value of inclusive
practices
4) further the inclusion of people with ID/DD in all areas of chosen participation,
including opportunities for civic, leisure/recreation, and community living
5) disseminate accessible and culturally responsive resources
Keyword(s):
Adolescent Health, Developmental Disabilities, Health Care Transition, Health Equity, Life Course Approach, Mental/Behavioral Health – General , Nutrition, Social Determinants of Health, Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs, transition
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training, Other Direct/Model Services
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities, Housing-Related Activities, Transportation-Related Activities, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Cultural Diversity, Other
Target Audience:
Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State, National
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
