Topics Related to Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities

Finding Success with WorkSource West

NCDHHS' Division of Vocational Rehabilitation helps Kelly Gilliam land a job through WorkSource West’s Vocational Skills Training program in Morganton.

NC Assistive Technology Program Annual Expo

The North Carolina Assistive Technology Program (NCATP) will be hosting its Annual AT Expo on October 5th, 2023 at the McKimmon Conference and Training Center in Raleigh, NC.

From Probability to Productivity: My NCDVRS Story

A personal story written by a client of NCDHHS' Vocational Rehabilitation (NCDVRS) Program, David Camfield, outlining how the program helped him achieve success after an automobile accident.

Vocational Rehabilitation Partners to Help at Lee County Reentry Resource Event

For NCDHHS’ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the goal of helping people with disabilities achieve their goals for employment and independence is often complicated by the fact that some 15 percent of their clients are justice-involved individuals. Through a partnership between VR and Dr. Crystal McIver’s Experience 180 nonprofit, Lee County’s network of service providers came together for the second annual Reentry Resource to Resource Network and Share event on April 25.

Two North Carolinians Honored for Work Supporting People Living with Disabilities, Chronic Conditions

Two North Carolinians have received the Stephen E. Sallee Assistive Technology Award for their efforts to promote access to and use of equipment that enhances the learning, working or daily living of those with disabilities.

NCDHHS Receives $13.8 Million Grant to Help People with Disabilities Access Inclusive Jobs

North Carolina has been awarded a $13.8 million federal grant to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities access inclusive jobs with competitive wages and benefits. As part of the project, three regional sites will provide intensive support and training to increase access to jobs in growing employment sectors — green jobs, essential workers and travel/hospitality.

State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) Spring Listening Session and Public Forum

The State Rehabilitation Council works in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services to maximize opportunities for employment and independence for North Carolinians with disabilities.

Governor Cooper Proclaims July 26 as ADA Day in North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Friday as Americans with Disabilities Day in North Carolina, honoring the more than 1.3 million North Carolinians who have a disability and reminding all that the

Vocational Rehabilitation Services Accepting Nominees for Assistive Technology Awards

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services is accepting applications for the Stephen E. Sallee Assistive Technology Awards of Excellence.

Governor Cooper Recognizes ADA Anniversary, Urges Continued Progress for North Carolinians with Disabilities

Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Thursday, July 26 as Americans with Disabilities Act Day in North Carolina.