Posted June 18, 2008
Update from the Legislative Chair of NCAPSE:
This session is a short session and the new funding that we got for long term support
last year in the long session will be continued this year. The DD Consortium sent
a letter to the Legislative Oversight Committee expressing our disappointment and
frustration that there were no new dollars for DD services in their bill. However,
it looks like there will be none this session. They are putting things in fast motion
and plan to have the budget passed by July 1. The new dollars that are recommended
will primarily go to crisis services and other services for those with mental illness
and substance abuse issues. We need to really plan for the long session. If you
have any questions, please call Kathy Bryan at 919-
Posted March 3, 2009
The link below is an update from North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation-
PLEASE JOIN US!!
Wednesday, May 20:
The Coalition Legislative Advocacy Day
& Popcorn Rally!
THE COALITION represents individuals and organizations statewide, that advocate for persons needing services and supports for mental health, developmental disabilities, and addictive diseases. Since 1991, The Coalition has recommended a budget to the North Carolina General Assembly. Each year during the Legislative session, The Coalition sponsors advocacy events to bring local advocates to Raleigh to speak with their state legislators.
ADVOCATE FOR BETTER FUNDING FOR MENTAL HEALTH, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES & ADDICTIVE DISEASE SERVICES AND SUPPORTS
at the …
COALITION RALLY -
Behind the Legislative Building on Jones St.
Parking available at State Fair Grounds (Gate 9) with bus services to Legislative Building beginning at 8:30 am and running until 2 pm.
Registration will open at 8 am on the back portico of the Legislative Building. Participants can get information on the day’s legislative committee meetings, the current budget proposal and begin visits with legislators.
Trainings will take place at 9, 10 and 11 am in the Legislative Building Auditorium (third floor). Short trainings will be held on ways to effectively communicate your message to Legislators. Volunteers will also be on hand in the auditorium from 8:30 to 12:30 with tips & techniques for making the most of your legislative visit.
Popcorn will be available on the portico beginning at 11 am! Please note that lunch will not be provided – popcorn & cookies will be served as refreshments.
The Coalition encourages your participation in this event to advocate for funding for mental health, developmental disability and addictive disease services. For more information on the event, please contact:
Elizabeth Cloud at ncpaelizabeth@mindspring.com or
Erin McLaughlin at emclaughlin@mha-
