Voices from North Carolina’s Disability Community
Medicaid isn’t just healthcare – it’s a lifeline for many North Carolinians with disabilities. Medicaid provides essential services that private insurances don’t cover. Medicaid helps people with disabilities access healthcare, live independently, and engage with their communities.Despite its importance, Medicaid faces funding and policy changes that threaten access to care. These aren’t just policy debates – they are real-life issues that affect real people.That’s why DRNC is launching a series to share the stories of North Carolinians who rely on Medicaid.
Stay tuned—because when we save Medicaid, we save lives. #SaveMedicaid
Kellen’s Story
DRNC Impact Story
Medicaid Matters

Kellen is a talented musician with a love for travel, amusement parks, and dance parties. At 27, he…
Jermain's Story
DRNC Impact Story
Medicaid Matters

Jermain is a 42-year-old man with big dreams and an unstoppable spirit. He wants to take drafting cl…
Josh's Story
DRNC Impact Story
Medicaid Matters

“As parents of individuals with special needs, we constantly live in a state of fight. I feel…
Miles' Story
DRNC Impact Story
Medicaid Matters

At just nine years old, Miles is a bright, loving child with a radiant spirit. He is deeply connecte…
Some stories may use stock images.
Helpful Resources
- The Partnership for Medicaid – Preserving and Enhancing Medicaid
- 10 Things to Know About Medicaid | KFF
- What Medicaid Brings to North Carolina
- The Math is Conclusive: Major Medicaid Cuts Are the Only Way to Meet House Budget Resolution Requirements | KFF
- Medicaid Defense – Resources and Analysis – National Health Law Program