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Triangle Disability Resources

Local services, programs, and organizations across Wake, Durham, Orange, Johnston, and Chatham counties.

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🏥Therapy & Clinical Services5

Alliance Health

Managed care organization for mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability services across Wake, Durham, Johnston, and Cumberland counties.

Autism Society of NC

State chapter providing support services, advocacy, and resources for individuals with autism and their families. Triangle office in Raleigh.

Carolina Therapy Connection

Pediatric therapy clinic offering speech, occupational, and physical therapy in the Triangle area.

UNC TEACCH Autism Program

UNC-based program providing clinical services, training, and research for individuals with autism across NC. Centers in Chapel Hill and Durham.

Tammy Lynn Center

Raleigh-based residential and day program for children and adults with severe developmental disabilities.

📚Education & Youth Programs5

Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)

NC's Parent Training and Information Center helping families of children with disabilities navigate education and services.

Wake County Exceptional Children's Programs

Special education services through Wake County Public Schools serving students with disabilities.

Durham Public Schools Exceptional Children

Durham County special education programs and Individualized Education Program (IEP) support.

Camp Royall

Year-round camp near Pittsboro (Chatham County) for individuals with autism, run by the Autism Society of NC.

Triangle Down Syndrome Network

Local support network for families in the Triangle, offering playgroups, educational workshops, and community events.

💼Employment & Adult Services4

NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

State program helping people with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep jobs. Offices in Raleigh and Durham.

Lifespan

Raleigh-based nonprofit providing residential, vocational, and community services for adults with developmental disabilities.

The Arc of the Triangle

Local chapter advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Programs, events, and family support.

Goodwill Industries of Eastern NC

Job training, employment placement, and community programs for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.

🎉Recreation & Sensory-Friendly Spaces5

Marbles Kids Museum — Sensory Hours

Downtown Raleigh children's museum offering designated sensory-friendly hours with reduced stimulation.

NC Museum of Life and Science

Durham science museum with outdoor nature trails, accessible exhibits, and sensory-friendly events.

Pullen Park Accessibility

Raleigh's historic park with accessible playground equipment, train rides, and pedal boats.

Special Olympics NC — Triangle Region

Year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Miracle League of the Triangle

Adaptive baseball league with a custom rubberized field designed for children and adults with disabilities.

🤝Advocacy & Support Organizations4

Disability Rights NC

Statewide nonprofit providing free legal services to people with disabilities. Helps with discrimination, access, and benefits.

Family Support Network of NC

Peer support for families of children with special needs. Local chapters across the Triangle.

NAMI Wake County

National Alliance on Mental Illness local chapter offering support groups, education, and advocacy.

NC Council on Developmental Disabilities

State agency promoting independence, productivity, and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities.

🚐Transportation & Mobility4

GoRaleigh Access

ADA paratransit service for Raleigh residents who cannot use fixed-route buses due to a disability.

GoDurham ACCESS

Door-to-door paratransit service for Durham County residents with disabilities.

Orange County Public Transportation

Demand-response transit service available to Orange County residents including those with disabilities.

Johnston County Area Transit (JCATS)

Public transportation for Johnston County, including medical appointment transportation for residents with disabilities.

This list is maintained by Uniquely You! Raleigh Metro and is not exhaustive. Always verify services directly with providers.

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