IDD Caregiver
Guides & ToolKits

No matter your journey, we're here to empower you with helpful tools,
timely updates, and relevant resources.
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Families Being Served
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Counties Across NC
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Professionals Across the State

Insights for Your Journey

Disability Awareness

International Disability Awareness Day

When you hear "International Disability Awareness Day," you might think of people's challenges, limitations, or simply another day on the...
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When They Turn 18: Pre-Navigating Life at Age 18 and After Special Education Ends

When They Turn 18: Life After Special Education Your child retains legal rights to services and supports under Medicaid and...
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Helping Your Adult Child Discover Purpose

Helping Your Adult Child Discover Purpose We all want to feel like we matter. Like we're contributing something to the...
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Building Independence Without Losing Connection

Building Independence Without Losing Connection Every parent dreams of their child growing up and finding their own way in the...

Free Resources


Download any of these free, practical guides built for parents, caregivers, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across North Carolina.

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Supported Living Guide

Compare supported living, group homes, and Alternative Family Living, then see how to check eligibility and get started with the NC Innovations Waiver.

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Post-18 Roadmap

A month-by-month plan for the first year after school ends, covering benefits applications and what to line up before your child turns 18.

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The Independence Toolkit

Practical strategies for building daily living skills, safety planning, and steady independence for adults with IDD.

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Caregiver's Guide to Supported Employment

How to help an adult with IDD find employment that builds independence, confidence, and real community connection.

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10 Purpose-Driven Activities

Ten meaningful activities that build independence, confidence, and community involvement for adults with IDD.

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The Day Program Guide

What day programs offer, who qualifies, how funding works, and how they support independence after high school.

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CCMS Services

Every service Covenant offers is designed to support the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. From community-based programming to residential care, our services meet adults with IDD and TBI where they are and help them move forward.