Resources
Glossary
Below is a glossary of terms relating to People First language:
Below are the terms often used in the disability community.
Abbreviations
Communication is difficult when abbreviations and acronyms are used too frequently with people unfamiliar with the field of developmental disabilities. Here are many of those that relate to North Carolina services and organizations.
General Abbreviations and Acronyms
Government Agencies and Entities
Advocacy and General Organizations
University Affiliated Organizations
Laws Relating to I/DD
Specific North Carolina laws relating to individuals with disabilities (coming soon)
Organizations
A directory of disability related organizations throughout NC. (coming soon)
State Services
A directory of useful state agency contacts. (coming soon)
County Services
A directory of county services within NC's 100 counties. (coming soon)
Publications
Important documents in the field of developmental disabilities
Forms
Related forms for general Council activities, quality reports and budget reports.