Residential Facilities Archives

Involuntary commitment (IVC) is when a person is put into a mental health facility against their will, or without their…

Posted in May 2022

Learn about the Olmstead, how it relates to services for people with disabilities and how DRNC is addressing Olmstead…

Posted in Feb 2022

Watch this video ‘What is the Legacy of the Olmstead Decision?’ Read about Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson, the…

Posted in Feb 2022

What are my discharge rights from a 24-hour mental health facility? You have the right to actively participate in your…

Posted in Feb 2022

An explanation of your right to refuse treatment or medication, including psychotropic medication, if you are a patient in a…

Posted in Feb 2022

Learn about your right to refuse medication in prison and the procedures for emergency and non-emergency situations.

Posted in Feb 2022

An explanation of your right to refuse treatment or medication if you live in an intermediate care facility for individuals…

Posted in Feb 2022

Information and resources for caregivers on psychotropic medication and children and youth, including those in foster care.

Posted in Sep 2021

An information packet describing the programs available in NC to help people live in the community instead of institutions.

Posted in Apr 2021

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