In the words of the people we serve

DRNC is proud to share a series of stories that celebrate the resilience, leadership, creativity, and tenacity of people with disabilities.

Hospitalized for a TBI
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Two medical monitors with brain imaging

A young adult was hospitalized for a TBI that happened when he was on vacation. From there, he was t…

Community Resources
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Colored pencil drawing on a table with colored pencils

A case manager called DRNC seeking community resources and services for children with disabilities.…

Specialized Testing
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Specialized Testing DRNC Short Story

A mother of a disabled child living in an institution sought DRNC’s assistance in successfully…

Drafting a Letter
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Two service animal dogs sitting on a lawn

A woman called with concerns that her landlord might evict her because the service dog she has for a…

Reasonable Accommodations
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Home desk with laptop and notebooks

A woman recovering from a stroke sought DRNC’s assistance to obtain reasonable accommodations…

A US Military Veteran
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A guide dog lays down on a lawn

A US military veteran who relocated to NC from another state reached out to DRNC for information abo…

Obtaining a Federal Grant
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Mold inside the room and next to a window.

DRNC assisted a disabled older gentleman in obtaining a federal grant to remove mold and make repair…

Andrew Fevang
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Young boy swimming in a swimming pool lane

When Andrew was told he couldn’t swim anymore, he chose to fight for his rights. With support…

Ty Hart
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Young man looks at horizon

Disability Rights NC is excited to release a series of short stories highlighting the tenacity and p…

Samantha
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Samantha R on the couch with a protective helmet

Dana and Tim Rhoney’s beautiful daughter Samantha was just 27 when Samantha was admitted to J. Ivers…

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