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Saturday, June 17, 2017

2017 Stephen E. Sallee Assistive Technology Award of Excellence

The Grant Advisory Council for the North Carolina Assistive Technology Program is currently receiving nominations for the Stephen E. Sallee Assistive Technology Award of Excellence. The purpose of the awards is to recognize individuals who have demonstrated leadership in promoting the use of assistive technology for North Carolinians with disabilities. An award is presented in two categories: the AT User and the Professional/Advocate/Volunteer categories.

One of the greatest honors is to be recognized by your peers.  Please take the time to share information and nominate an individual or organization who you believe is deserving of recognition.  This is a great time to recognize people and/or organizations who have done great things in our state in assistive technology.  The Grant Advisory Council is accepting nominations now.  The deadline for submitting nominations is Noon September 15, 2017Award winners will be announced and honored at the 2017 Global Rehabilitation Enhanced with Assistive Technology (GREAT) Conference on October 19th, 2017 in Wilmington, NC.

If you have any questions, please contact Frank Harden at NC Assistive Technology Program at 919-859-8360 or frank.harden@dhhs.nc.gov.  

A copy of the nomination form is attached, and additional information about the award nomination process and when and where the awards will be presented is described below:


Friday, June 9, 2017

Have you seen Certain Proof??

Certain Proof is a documentary about three children who constantly have to prove their ability to learn.  Certain Proof is available for purchase on iTunes.  New Voices coordinated the production of this documentary to raise awareness about the underestimated potential of children who struggle to speak and walk.  It has won several awards and has been seen by people in many countries. It is also a great teaching tool for new teachers, therapists, and others who work with our kids. If you would like to organize a screening, please contact New Voices. Maybe one of the kids will be available to meet with your group!

Kay is now a senior at NC State and will be graduating in December 2017 with a degree in Political Science with minors in Accounting and Nonprofit Studies.  She will graduate with highest honors.

https://youtu.be/STiJwRPVZCs

Friday, June 2, 2017

One Site - All Services - Wake Network of Care

Wake County has invested time and talent to create a a one-stop resource directory to help you locate needed services and supports throughout the Wake community.  The good news is that it is there is a way to add your organization, make changes, or notify them if the link is no longer working. This should go a long way to ensure that the data is up-to-date.  Here is a link to Wake Network of Care.

Take some time and explore the extensive list under Service Directory. While there isn't a dedicated "Disability" section, there is a Intellectual/Developmental Disability section, as well as an Education section. 

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