NCCDD Publications
Annual Report
The annual report summarizes the Council's activities during the year and reviews the projects undertaken with the support of NCCDD grants. Each year, the Council presents an extensive account of its performance to the U.S. Administration on Developmental Disabilities and this short document summarizes that report in a brief and readable manner. To be placed on the mailing list contact Cora Gibson at cora.gibson@dhhs.nc.gov (all downloadable pdf documents)
Newsletters
Catalyst for Change is the newsletter of the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities and reports on successful programs around the state and provides updates on Council activities. Inaugurated in 2008, the newsletter is published twice a year. Contact cora.gibson@dhhs.nc.gov to be added to the mailing list. (all downloadable pdf documents)
Catalyst for Change: Fall 2009 (Text Version) Winter 2009 Summer 2008
Bridges: Oct. 06 May 05 Jan. 03 May 02 April 02 Nov. 01
Brochures
(All downloadable pdf documents)
People First: The new brochure “We have not met just yet, but... I’m Your Neighbor” provides useful tips for recognizing and speaking in ways that acknowledge the person before their disability. The 2010 People First booklet can be ordered or downloaded pdf/word doc English. Coming soon: Spanish version.
FYI: FYI is a guidebook for youth with developmental disabilities and their parents facing the transition to adulthood. FYI Spanish
K-5: People First K-5 is a guide to People First language for elementary school classes. K-5 Spanish
People First Teen: People First Teen is a guide to People First language for young people in high school. People First Teen Spanish
These brochures can be ordered from the Council office by contacting Cora Gibson at cora.gibson@dhhs.nc.gov or calling her at the Council office, 919-420-7901.
NCCDD System Change Articles