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| Stakeholder Group | Persons with Lived Experience IDD |
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| TAC Facilitator | Jenn Ingle |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Matt Potter; Jeff Smith |
| Date and Time | August 14, 1 - 3 pm |
| Meeting Details |
Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - Persons with Lived Experience IDD Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 928 0604 5313 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US
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| Stakeholder Group | Persons with Lived Experience MH/SUD |
|---|---|
| TAC Facilitator | Jenn Ingle |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Jeff McLoud; Kurtis Taylor; Cherene Caraco |
| Date and Time | August 14, 10 am - 12 pm |
| Meeting Details |
Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - Persons with Lived Experience MH/SUD Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 945 9321 9356 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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| Stakeholder Group | LME/MCOs |
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| TAC Facilitator | Sherry Lerch |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Leza Wainwright; Mike Bridges |
| Date and Time | August 13, 10 am - 12 pm |
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Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - LME/MCOs
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 928 3105 5682 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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| Stakeholder Group | Family Members IDD |
|---|---|
| TAC Facilitator | Sherry Lerch |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Kerri Eaker: Corye Dunn |
| Date and Time | August 12, 6 - 8 pm |
| Meeting Details |
Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - Family Members IDD Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 964 3841 5490 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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| Stakeholder Group | Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) |
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| TAC Facilitator | Jenn Ingle |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Melea Williams; Bryan Dooley |
| Date and Time | August 12, 1 - 3 pm |
| Meeting Details |
Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - SILC
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 961 4509 3285 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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| Stakeholder Group | Housing |
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| TAC Facilitator | Sherry Lerch and Jim Yates |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | Paul Kimball; Janet Breeding |
| Date and Time | August 12, 3 – 5 pm |
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Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - Housing
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 916 7263 6131 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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| Stakeholder Group | Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Family and Persons with Lived Experience |
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| TAC Facilitator | Jenn Ingle |
| Invited OPSA Co-Conveners(s) | David Forsythe; Matty Lazo Chadderton |
| Date and Time | August 12, 10 am - 12 pm |
| Meeting Details |
Topic: NC Olmstead Plan Listening Session - TBI Family and Persons with Lived Experience
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 923 7298 1500 Passcode: 579673 +1 646 558 8656 US |
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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is pleased to announce the first Olmstead Plan Stakeholder Advisory (OPSA) quarterly, online meeting. The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Olmstead v. L.C. set the bar for accelerated community inclusion and reduced reliance on institutional care for people with disabilities, across a life span. Since that ruling, our system has been steadily evolving. Now, it is time to take it to the next level with a plan that will advance innovation, coordination and whole-person, systemic change. The Office of the Senior Advisor for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Olmstead will lead this 18-month initiative. OPSA's first quarterly, online meeting to be held on July 8 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
The OPSA will be diverse, inclusive of people with lived experience, family members, advocacy groups, policymakers, regional management entities, providers, members of the General Assembly, and others. The Boston-based Technical Assistance Collaborative (TAC) will provide technical support, along with professionals from across NCDHHS. With Olmstead-based work already taking place in NCDHHS, our foundation for continued progress is strong. With the help of OPSA, we will develop a roadmap that is data-driven, outcome-based, person-centered and aligned to realize Olmstead's promise of welcoming and supportive communities.
Please join us if you’d like to participate in the first open discussion as we collaborate with a diverse group of individuals to assist in the development of the Olmstead Plan.
Sign language interpreters will be available.
When:
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 - 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Where:
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/91963131476?pwd=UTN3akpGT2phUWJOVkVrVzk3VEJSZz09
Meeting ID: 919 6313 1476
Password: 811590
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
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The State Rehabilitation Council works in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services to maximize opportunities for employment and independence for North Carolinians with disabilities. The council also provides a formal mechanism for consumers and stakeholders to influence the state’s vocational rehabilitation (VR) program and policies by hosting public forums and listening sessions.
Current and former VR consumers, family members, VR staff, employers and other stakeholders are invited to share feedback with the council at events held around the state each year. Held quarterly, these public forums provide an opportunity to voice your concerns, questions, success stories, resources and suggestions for improvement.
Please join us to discuss what VR can do to help people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Share your success stories, concerns, questions, resources and suggestions for improvement.
Sign language interpreters will be available. To request other accommodations, email kim.schmidt@dhhs.nc.gov or call 919-855-3533 by March 16, 2020.