Preparing for winter weather
Several forecast models are calling for significant winter weather across much of North Carolina this weekend. People with disabilities may want to take extra care during the cold weather season. Some disabling conditions may limit sensory abilities and the ability to maintain body heat. Potential power disruptions can impact medical equipment. Please be particularly careful about staying warm if you must be out in low temperatures. Be sure to sign up for winter weather advisories and find out more at the link below!
Support, Resources, and Solidarity
With the many recent changes across various benefit programs, we know these times continue to be especially challenging for our community. As a reminder, we have a list of where to find food assistance on our website. We will continue to update our online resources.
We want to remind you that you are not alone. DRNC is still here and our mission remains the same, to advance and defend the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina. We are In This Together and we refuse to give up. Thank you for your continued support and advocacy.
Early voting starts soon!
Early voting for the primary election is from Thursday, February 12, 2026, until Saturday, February 28, 2026. Election Day is March 3. Use the Early Voting Sites tool to find the early voting hours and locations in your county. You can vote at any early voting site in your county during early voting. On Election Day, you must vote at your assigned polling place. Find your Election Day polling place.
Learn more about DRNC’s accessible voting work!
Hurricane Helene Recovery News: the RENEW NC deadline has been extended
Don’t miss the deadline! Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program is accepting applications through January 31, 2026. Find out more and apply today!
Protect yourself this winter
Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated across the country. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourselves and others from the flu and other respiratory viruses circulating now. Experts have shared that this is an especially bad flu season.
ICYMI: DRNC in the News
Red Springs Mayoral Election Protest Dismissed, But Effects Could Linger
Border Belt Independent, January 13, 2026
How involuntary commitment works and doesn’t work in North Carolina
The News and Observer, January 8, 2026
Swain County jail’s inspection failures highlight statewide issues
Smoky Mountain News, December 23, 2025
Lawsuit alleges sexual abuse at NC youth psychiatric facility
NC Health News, December 18, 2025
Legal aid groups feel pinch of NC legislature freezing millions of dollars
Carolina Public Press, December 5, 2025
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Disability Rights North Carolina (DRNC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization. We are North Carolina’s protection and advocacy system, dedicated to advancing and defending the rights of people with disabilities.
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