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State
Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Table of Contents
Part I: Assurances
Section 1: Legal Basis and Certifications
Section 2: SPIL Development
Section 3: Independent Living Services
Section 5: Staffing Requirements
Section 6: Fiscal Control and Fund Accounting
Section 7: Recordkeeping, Access and Reporting
Section 8: Protection, Use and Release of
Personal Information
Part II: Narrative
Section 1: Goals, Objectives and Activities
Section 2: Scope, Extent, and Arrangements of
Services
Section 3: Design for the Statewide Network of
Centers
Section 4: Designated State Unit (DSU)
Section 5: Statewide Independent Living Council
(SILC)
Section 6: Service Provider Requirements
Section 8: State-Imposed Requirements
State
Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part I: Assurances
Section 1: Legal Basis and Certifications
1.1 The designated State
unit (DSU) eligible to submit the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL or
the plan) and authorized under State law to perform the functions of the State
under the State Independent Living Services (SILS) and Centers for Independent
Living (CIL) programs.
North Carolina (NC) Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation (NCDVR)
1.2 The separate State
agency eligible to submit the plan and authorized under State law to provide
vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to individuals who are blind.
North Carolina Division of Services for the
Blind (NCDSB)
1.3 The Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) that meets the requirements of section 705 of
the Act and is authorized to perform the functions outlined in section 705(c)
of the Act in the State.
North Carolina Statewide Independent Living
Council (NCSILC)
1.4 The DSU and, if applicable, the separate
State agency authorized to provide VR services to individuals who are blind,
and the SILC are authorized to jointly develop, sign and submit this SPIL on
behalf of the State, and have adopted or otherwise formally approved the SPIL.
1.5 The DSU, and, if applicable, the separate
State agency authorized to provide VR services to individuals who are blind,
may legally carry out each provision of the plan and will comply with all
applicable Federal statutes and regulations in effect with respect to the
three-year period it receives funding under the SPIL.
1.6 The SPIL is the basis for State operation
and administration of the program. All provisions of the SPIL are consistent
with State law.
1.7 The representative of the DSU and, if
applicable, of the separate State agency authorized to provide VR services to
individuals who are blind, who has the authority under State law to receive,
hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the SPIL and to submit
the SPIL jointly with the SILC chairperson is Linda Harrington, Director of
NC-DVR and Eddie Weaver, Director of NC-DSB.
Section 2: SPIL Development
2.1 The plan shall be reviewed and revised not
less than once every three years, to ensure the existence of appropriate
planning, financial support and coordination, and other assistance to
appropriately address, on a statewide and comprehensive basis, the needs in the
State for:
The provision of State
independent living services; The development and
support of a statewide network of centers for independent living; Working relationships
between programs providing independent living services and independent
living centers, the vocational rehabilitation program established under
title I, and other programs providing services for individuals with
disabilities.
2.2 The DSU and SILC conduct public meetings to
provide all segments of the public, including interested groups, organizations
and individuals, an opportunity to comment on the State plan prior to its
submission to the Commissioner and on any revisions to the approved State plan.
2.3 The DSU and SILC establish and maintain a
written description of procedures for conducting public meetings in accordance
with the following requirements. The DSU and SILC shall provide:
appropriate and
sufficient notice of the public meetings; reasonable accommodation
to individuals with disabilities who rely on alternative modes of
communication in the conduct of the public meetings, including providing
sign language interpreters and audio-loops; and public meeting notices,
written material provided prior to or at the public meetings, and the
approved State plan in accessible formats for individuals who rely on
alternative modes of communication.
2.4 At the public meetings to develop the State
plan, the DSU and SILC identify those provisions in the SPIL that are
State-imposed requirements beyond what would be required to comply with the
regulations in 34 CFR parts 364, 365, 366, and 367.
2.5 The DSU will seek to incorporate into, and
describe in, the State plan any new methods or approaches for the provision of
IL services to older individuals who are blind that are developed under a
project funded under chapter 2 of title VII of the Act and that the DSU
determines to be effective.
2.6 The DSU and SILC actively consult, as
appropriate, in the development of the State plan with the director of the
Client Assistance Program (CAP) authorized under section 112 of the Act.
Section 3: Independent Living Services
3.1 The State, directly or through grants or
contracts, will provide IL services with Federal, State, or other funds
3.2 Independent living services shall be
provided to individuals with significant disabilities in accordance with an
independent living plan mutually agreed upon by an appropriate staff member of
the service provider and the individual, unless the individual signs a waiver
stating that such a plan is unnecessary.
3.3 All service providers will use formats that
are accessible to notify individuals seeking or receiving IL services under
chapter 1 of title VII about:
the availability of the
CAP authorized by section 112 of the Act; the purposes of the
services provided under the CAP; and how to contact the CAP.
3.4 Participating service providers meet all
applicable State licensure or certification requirements.
Section 4: Eligibility
4.1 Any individual with a significant
disability, as defined in 34 CFR 364.4(b), is eligible for IL services under
the SILS and CIL programs authorized under chapter 1 of title VII of the Act.
Any individual may seek information about IL services under these programs and
request referral to other services and programs for individuals with
significant disabilities, as appropriate. The determination of an individual's
eligibility for IL services under the SILS and CIL programs meets the
requirements of 34 CFR 364.51.
4.2 Service providers apply eligibility
requirements without regard to age, color, creed, gender, national origin,
race, religion or type of significant disability of the individual applying for
IL services.
4.3 Service providers do not impose any State or
local residence requirement that excludes any individual who is present in the
State and who is otherwise eligible for IL services from receiving IL services.
Section 5: Staffing Requirements
5.1 Service provider staff includes personnel
who are specialists in the development and provision of IL services and in the
development and support of centers.
5.2 To the maximum extent feasible, a service
provider makes available personnel able to communicate:
with individuals with
significant disabilities who rely on alternative modes of communication,
such as manual communication, nonverbal communication, nonverbal
communication devices, Braille or audio tapes, and who apply for or
receive IL services under title VII of the Act; and in the native languages
of individuals with significant disabilities whose English proficiency is
limited and who apply for or receive IL services under title VII of the
Act.
5.3 Service providers establish and maintain a
program of staff development for all classes of positions involved in providing
IL services and, if appropriate, in administering the CIL program. The staff
development programs emphasize improving the skills of staff directly
responsible for the provision of IL services, including knowledge of and
practice in the IL philosophy.
5.4 All recipients of financial assistance under
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will take affirmative action
to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with significant
disabilities on the same terms and conditions required with respect to the
employment of individuals with disabilities under section 503 of the Act.
Section 6: Fiscal Control and Fund Accounting
6.1 All recipients of financial assistance under
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will comply with applicable
EDGAR fiscal and accounting requirements and will adopt those fiscal control
and fund accounting procedures as may be necessary to ensure the proper
disbursement of and accounting for those funds.
Section 7: Recordkeeping, Access and Reporting
7.1 In addition to complying with applicable
EDGAR recordkeeping requirements, all recipients of financial assistance under
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will maintain records that
fully disclose and document:
the amount and
disposition by the recipient of that financial assistance; The total cost of the
project or undertaking in connection with which the financial assistance
is given or used; the amount of that
portion of the cost of the project or undertaking supplied by other
sources; compliance with the
requirements of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act and Part 364 of the
regulations; and other information that
the Commissioner determines to be appropriate to facilitate an effective
audit.
7.2 With respect to the records that are
required by 34 CFR 364.35, all recipients of financial assistance under parts B
and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will submit reports that the
Commissioner determines to be appropriate.
7.3 All recipients of financial assistance under
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will provide access to the
Commissioner and the Comptroller General, or any of their duly authorized
representatives, to the records listed in 34 CFR 364.37 for the purpose of
conducting audits, examinations, and compliance reviews.
Section 8: Protection, Use, and Release of
Personal Information
8.1 Each service provider will adopt and
implement policies and procedures to safeguard the confidentiality of all
personal information, including photographs and lists of names in accordance
with the requirements of 34 CFR 364.56(a)(1-6).
Section 9: Signatures
As the authorized
signatories, we will sign, date and retain in the files of the state
agency(ies) and the Statewide Independent Living Council the Part I:
Assurances, 1-8, and the separate Certification of Lobbying forms ED-80-0013
(available in MS
Word and PDF
formats) for the state independent living program (Part B) and the centers for
independent living program (Part C).
The effective date of
this SPIL is October 1, 2010.
Section 9: Signature for SILC Chairperson
Section 9: Signature for DSU Director
Section 9: Signature for Separate State Agency
for Individuals Who Are Blind
Is there a Separate State Agency for Individuals
Who Are Blind?
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 1: Goals, Objectives and Activities - Screen 1
1.1 Goals and Mission
Describe the overall
goals and mission of the State's IL programs and services. The SPIL must
address the goals and mission of both the SILS and the CIL programs, including
those of the State agency for individuals who are blind as they relate to the
parts of the SPIL administered by that agency.
The NCSILC mission is to (a) promote a
philosophy of independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control,
peer support, self-help, self determination, equal access, and individual and
systems advocacy, in order to maximize opportunities for individuals with
disabilities and the integration and full inclusion of individuals with
significant disabilities into the mainstream of American society by proving
financial assistance to States;
Goal 1. Expand the network of Centers for
Independent Living in North Carolina.
CIL core services will be available to more
people with disabilities in NC increasing their opportunity for independent
living and full inclusion in individual communities
Goal 2. Support the operations of the NCSILC
non-profit office.
Part B funds will be used to ensure the NCSILC
office will continue to operate in an efficient and effective manner.
Goal 3. Increase Participation and Leadership by
Youth with Disabilities.
Support a NC Youth Leadership Forum to increase
youth participation in all of NC.
Goal 4. Promote Community Based Living.
People with disabilities will have access to
funds for deposits, transportation, household items, etc. to use as they
transition from institutionalized settings into the community.
Goal 5. Promote Civil Rights of People with
Disabilities.
NCSILC and CILs will monitor legislation that
affects the lives of people with disabilities.
Goal 6: Provision of Direct Independent Living
Services and Supports
DVR and DSB:
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 1: Goals, Objectives and Activities - Screen 2
1.2 Objectives
1.2A. Specify the
objectives to be achieved and the time frame for achieving them.
Goal(s) from Section 1.1
Objective to be achieved
Time frame start date
Time frame end date
Goal 1. Expand the network of Centers for
Independent Living in North Carolina.
Objective 1.1. Support a statewide network of
Centers for Independent Living (CILs) with the capacity to deliver consistent
CIL independent living core services that meet the standards and assurances
of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended.
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
Goal 2. Support the operations of the NCSILC
non-profit office.
2.1. Promote efficient and effective management
of the non-profit office to ensure autonomy and independence of the NCSILC.
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
Goal 3. Increase Participation and Leadership by
Youth with Disabilities.
3.1.Objective:
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
Goal 4. Promote Community Based Living.
Objective 4.1.Support transition of consumers
from institutionalized settings into the community.
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
Goal 5. Promote Civil Rights of People with
Disabilities.
Objective 5.1. NCSILC and NC CILs will monitor
disability related legislation to promote increased independence of people
with disabilities.
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
Goal 6: Provision of Direct Independent Living
Services and Supports
Objective 6.1. NC Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation and NC Division of Services for the Blind, will provide direct
independent living services to people with significant disabilities in all
100 counties. NC CILs will provide services in 42 counties.
10/01/2010
09/30/2013
State
Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 1: Goals, Objectives and Activities - Screen 3
1.2 Objectives
1.2B Describe the steps
planned regarding outreach to populations in the State that are unserved or
underserved by programs under title VII, including minority groups and urban
and rural populations.
Identify the populations
to be designated for targeted outreach efforts
Goal 1 of the NCSPIL will provide funding for a
Part B CIL in the eastern part of NC identified in the previous NCSPIL as an
unserved area of the state. The eastern part of NC continues to be underserved
and unserved by CILs. The Part B CIL and Part C CIL will target outreach to
people with disabilities from diverse cultures ethnic backgrounds and rural
areas. The Eastern CILs will provide outreach to people who are underserved
within existing service areas as identified in each Part C CILs Strategic Plan.
The Plans identify efforts to reach populations of diverse cultures and ethnic
backgrounds and in rural areas. Target populations include but are not limited
to Native Americans Hispanic people residing in urban and rural areas young
people with disabilities people residing in institutional settings and the
mental health community. Training to grassroots organizations in unserved areas
of the state will be provided by CILs in the state.
Identify the geographic
areas (i.e., communities) in which the targeted populations reside
Western NC is home to the Eastern Band of
Cherokee Indians; the Lumbee Indians are located in the eastern part of NC;
people residing in institutional settings the mental health community and young
people with disabilities are located throughout NC in underserved and unserved
areas of the state. The Hispanic population is widespread throughout both rural
and urban areas. According to the 2003 study by the NC Institute of Health NC
has the fastest growing Latino population in the country. In 1990 they
comprised 1.04% of population. In 2009 that had grown to 7.7% according to the
US Census bureau.
Describe how the needs
of individuals with significant disabilities from minority group
backgrounds will be addressed
The CILs will maintain
contact with Tribal Councils (when located within their service area),
organizations and non-profits that primarily serve people who are from the
Hispanic culture, people who reside in rural communities, and will work with
schools, community colleges and universities to identify youth with
disabilities.
1.3 Financial Plan
Describe in sections 1.3A
and 1.3B, below, the financial plan for the use of Federal and non-Federal
funds to meet the SPIL objectives.
1.3A Financial Plan Tables Complete the financial
plan tables covering years 1, 2 and 3 of this SPIL. For each funding source,
provide estimated dollar amounts anticipated for the applicable uses. The
financial plan table should include only those funding sources and amounts that
are intended to support one or more of the objectives identified in section 1.2
of the SPIL. To the extent possible, the tables and narratives must reflect the
applicable financial information from centers for independent living. Refer to
the SPIL Instructions for additional information about completing the financial
tables and narratives.
Year 1 - 2011 Approximate funding amounts and
uses
Sources
SILC resource
plan
IL services
General CIL
operations
Other SPIL
activities
Title VII Funds
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part B
$199,999
$472,340
$197,000
$53,527
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part C
$2,957,878
Title VII Funds Chapter 2, OIB (only those provided by the OIB
grantee to further a SPIL objective)
Other Federal funds - Sec. 101(a)(18) of the Act (Innovation and
Expansion)
Other Federal funds - other
Non-Federal funds - State funds
$97,073
- DVR
$12,106,015
- DSB
$200,000
Other nongovernment funds
$20,000
Total
199999
12875428
3154878
73527
Year 2 - 2012 Approximate funding amounts and
uses
Sources
SILC resource
plan
IL services
General CIL
operations
Other SPIL
activities
Title VII Funds
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part B
$200,000
$70,000
$197,000
$53,527
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part C
$2,957,878
Title VII Funds Chapter 2, OIB (only those provided by the OIB
grantee to further a SPIL objective)
Other Federal funds - Sec. 101(a)(18) of the Act (Innovation and
Expansion)
Other Federal funds - other
Non-Federal funds - State funds
$52,369
- DVR
$12,106,015
-DSB
$200,000
Other nongovernment funds
$20,000
Total
200000
12428384
3154878
73527
Year 3 - 2013 Approximate funding amounts and
uses
Sources
SILC resource
plan
IL services
General CIL
operations
Other SPIL
activities
Title VII Funds
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part B
$200,000
$70,000
$197,000
$53,527
Title VII Funds Chapter 1, Part C
$2,177,878
Title VII Funds Chapter 2, OIB (only those provided by the OIB
grantee to further a SPIL objective)
Other Federal funds - Sec. 101(a)(18) of the Act (Innovation and
Expansion)
Other Federal funds - other
Non-Federal funds - State funds
$52,369
-DVR
$12,106,015
-DSB
$200,000
Other nongovernment funds
$20,000
Total
200000
12428384
2374878
73527
1.3B Financial Plan Narratives 1.3B(1) Specify how the
part B, part C and chapter 2 (Older Blind) funds, if applicable, will further
the SPIL objectives.
Goal 1. Expand the
network of Centers for Independent Living in North Carolina
1.3B(2) Describe efforts
to coordinate Federal and State funding for centers and IL services, including
the amounts, sources and purposes of the funding to be coordinated.
Other Federal Funds -
State Funds: In year one, the 10% state match is for the Part B funds and Part
B ARRA funds in the amount of $97,073. Of this amount, $52,369 is used for DVR
Personal Assistance Services, and $44,704 is used for the two ARRA contracts
(dRC and ENC).
1.3B(3) Describe any
in-kind resources including plant, equipment or services to be provided in
support of the SILC resource plan, IL services, general CIL operations and/or
other SPIL objectives.
The CILs will provide
in-kind support for the Part B CILs through the NC Network of CILs Association
and by the individual CIL Directors and staff as requested. Directors will be
mentors, provide best practice information, training, and links to state and national
IL resource information. Training will be provided to grassroots organizations
as requested.
1.3B(4) Provide any
additional information about the financial plan, as appropriate.
N/A
1.4 Compatibility with Chapter 1 of Title VII
and the CIL Work Plans
1.4A Describe how the
SPIL objectives are consistent with and further the purpose of chapter 1 of
title VII of the Act as stated in section 701 of the Act and 34 CFR 364.2.
The SPIL objectives lay a
foundation for the accomplishment in NC of the purposes of Chapter 1, of Title
7 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended "to promote a philosophy of
independent living, including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support,
self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and system
advocacy, in order to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence, and
productivity of individuals with disabilities, and the integration and full
inclusion of individuals with disabilities into the mainstream of American
society." The SPIL provides, expands and improves the provision of
independent living services, assists in the development and support of a
statewide network of centers for independent living and encourages states to
improve working relationships among SILRP, CILs, and NCSILC.
1.4B Describe how, in
developing the SPIL objectives, the DSU and the SILC considered and
incorporated, where appropriate, the priorities and objectives established by
centers for independent living under section 725(c)(4) of the Act.
NCSILC formed a SPIL
Writing Committee comprised of NCSILC members, the chair of the NC Network of
CILs, an Executive Director, and Ex-Officios from DVR and DSB. The majority of
public comments are priorities and objectives established by centers for
independent living across the state. The goals of the SPIL have been
distributed to the CILs for review.
1.5 Cooperation, Coordination, and Working
Relationships Among Various Entities
Describe the steps that
will be taken to maximize the cooperation, coordination and working
relationships among the SILS program, the SILC, and centers; the DSU, other
State agencies represented on the SILC and other councils that address the
needs of specific disability populations and issues; and other public and
private entities determined to be appropriate by the SILC.
NCSILC, DSUs and the CILs
will promote cooperation, coordination, and working relationships with other
State agencies and Councils that address the need for specific disability
populations and issues by maintaining Ex-Officio members on the NCSILC. The
members are DVR, DSB, Disability Rights NC, NC Council on Developmental
Disabilities. The NCSILC Chair is an appointed member of the NC State
Rehabilitation Council. NCSILC members serve on local councils, boards and
commissions such as the local mayor's committees for person with disabilities,
transportation and housing boards, and governing boards of the centers for
independent living. NC CILs represent the disability community in local
Community Resource Connections (CRC), federally called Aging and Disability
Resource Centers (ADRC) NC ADRC (Aging and Disabilities Resource Council)
representing the disability community.
1.6 Coordination of Services
Describe how IL services
funded under chapter 1 of title VII of the Act will be coordinated with and
complement other services to avoid unnecessary duplication with other Federal,
State, and local programs, including the OIB program authorized by chapter 2 of
title VII of the Act, that provide IL- or VR-related services.
The DVR Independent
Living Rehabilitation Program (ILRP) promotes the integration and inclusion of
individuals with significant disabilities in the community. The ILRP has a
priority focus on individuals with severe disabilities who can manage or learn
to manage on their own in the community with services from the program. The IL
Program assists eligible individuals with severe disabilities to obtain
services that lead to deinstitutionalization, the prevention of
institutionalization, achieving community living, and/or employment transition
to the Vocational Rehabilitation Services program. The program does not
establish or operate permanent living facilities or manage supervised living
arrangements, but does strive to facilitate the independence of many who might
otherwise be placed in such settings and, perhaps, have less opportunity to
realize their fullest potential. The IL program works collaboratively with
community resources with emphasis given to coordination and use of those
resources to conserve state funds. The provision of services is dependent and
contingent upon and subject to the appropriation, allocation and availability
of funds to the IL rehabilitation program.
1.7 Independent Living Services for Individuals
who are Older Blind
Describe how the DSU seeks
to incorporate into, and describe in, the State plan any new methods or
approaches for the provision of IL services to older individuals who are blind
that are developed under the Older Individuals who are Blind program and that
the DSU determines to be effective.
DSB will provide direct
independent living services to holder individuals resident in NC who have
experienced significant vision loss. These services will be provided by sixteen
Independent Living Rehabilitation (ILR) Counselors in all 100 counties across
the state. In addition to providing direct services, ILR Counselors will also
serve as case managers, and refer program consumers to other in-house service
providers. These will include O&M Specialists, Nurse Eye Care Consultants,
Deaf-Blind Specialists, Social Workers for the Blind, and Assistive Technology
Consultants.
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 2: Scope, Extent, and Arrangements of Services
2.1 Scope and Extent
2.1A Check the
appropriate boxes in the SPIL Instrument table indicating the types of IL
services to be provided to meet the objectives identified in section 1.2 of
this SPIL, and whether the services will be provided by the CILs or by the DSU
(directly and/or through contract or grant).
Table 2.1A: Independent living services
Provided by the DSU (directly)
Provided by the DSU (through contract and/or grant)
Provided by the CILs (Not through DSU contracts/ grants)
Core Independent Living Services - Information and referral
Yes
Yes
Yes
Core Independent Living Services - IL skills training
Yes
Yes
Yes
Core Independent Living Services - Peer counseling
Yes
Yes
Yes
Core Independent Living Services - Individual and systems
advocacy
Yes
Yes
Yes
Counseling services, including psychological, psychotherapeutic,
and related services
Yes
No
Yes
Services related to securing housing or shelter, including
services related to community group living, and supportive of the purposes of
this Act and of the titles of this Act, and adaptive housing services
(including appropriate accommodations to and modifications of any space used
to serve, or occupied by, individuals with significant disabilities)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rehabilitation technology
Yes
Yes
Yes
Mobility training
Yes
Yes
Yes
Services and training for individuals with cognitive and sensory
disabilities, including life skills training, and interpreter and reader
services
Yes
Yes
Yes
Personal assistance services, including attendant care and the
training of personnel providing such services
Yes
No
Yes
Surveys, directories and other activities to identify
appropriate housing, recreation, accessible transportation and other support
services
Yes
Yes
Yes
Consumer information programs on rehabilitation and IL services
available under this Act, especially for minorities and other individuals
with disabilities who have traditionally been unserved or underserved by
programs under this Act
Yes
Yes
Yes
Education and training necessary for living in the community and
participating in community activities
Yes
Yes
Yes
Supported living
No
No
No
Transportation, including referral and assistance for such
transportation
Yes
Yes
Yes
Physical rehabilitation
No
No
No
Therapeutic treatment
No
No
No
Provision of needed prostheses and other appliances and devices
Yes
No
Yes
Individual and group social and recreational services
Yes
Yes
Yes
Training to develop skills specifically designed for youths who
are individuals with significant disabilities to promote self-awareness and
esteem, develop advocacy and self-empowerment skills, and explore career
options
Yes
Yes
Yes
Services for children with significant disabilities
Yes
Yes
Yes
Services under other Federal, State, or local programs designed
to provide resources, training, counseling, or other assistance of
substantial benefit in enhancing the independence, productivity, and quality
of life of individuals with significant disabilities
Yes
No
Yes
Appropriate preventive services to decrease the need of
individuals with significant disabilities for similar services in the future
Yes
No
Yes
Community awareness programs to enhance the understanding and
integration into society of individuals with disabilities
Yes
Yes
Yes
Other necessary services not inconsistent with the Act
Yes
No
Yes
2.1B Describe any service
provision priorities, including types of services or populations, established
for meeting the SPIL objectives identified in section 1.2.
2.1B NCSILC has
established expanding the Network of CILs in the state to provide 4 core services
to people in NC currently unserved/underserved.
2.1C If the State allows
service providers to charge consumers for the cost of services or to consider
the ability of individual consumers to pay for the cost of IL services, specify
the types of IL services for which costs may be charged and for which a
financial need test may be applied, and describe how the State will ensure
that:
Any consideration of
financial need is applied uniformly so that all individuals who are
eligible for IL services are treated equally; and Written policies and
consumer documentation required by 34 CFR 364.59(d) will be kept by the
service provider.
Indicate N/A if not applicable.
N/A
2.2 Arrangements for State-Provided Services
2.2A If the DSU will
provide any of the IL services identified in section 2.1A through grants or
contractual arrangements with third parties, describe such arrangements.
The DVRIL has
performance-based contracts with one Part B CIL and 7 Part C CILs to disperse
Part B funds to train staff, transition consumers from institutional settings
into the community and for general operations to provide the IL core services
as specified in the SPIL.
2.2B If the State contracts
with or awards a grant to a center for the general operation of the center,
describe how the State will ensure that the determination of an individual's
eligibility for services from that center shall be delegated to the center.
The Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation Services will provide contracts to the existing Part C CILs and
one Part B CIL using Part B funds. The State assures both NC Part B and Part C
CILs follow the standards and assurances for Centers for Independent Living in
Section 705 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended. The determination of an
individual's eligibility for services from a CIL is delegated to the center.
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 3: Design for the Statewide Network of Centers
3.1 Existing Network
Provide an overview of
the existing network of centers, including non-Part C-funded centers that
comply with the standards and assurances in section 725 (b) and (c) of the Act,
and the geographic areas and populations currently served by the centers.
NC has 7 Part C funded
CILs and 1 Part B funded CIL that comply with the standards and assurances in
section 725 (b) and (c) of the Act. The Part C CILs receive Part B funds to
provide Independent Living Services through contract with DVR. A Part B CIL
receives only Part B funds. NC does not provide state funds to CILs. NC has 39
Counties served by Part C CILs across the state and 3 Counties served by a Part
B CIL.
3.2 Expansion of Network
Describe the design for
the further expansion of the network, including identification of the unserved
and underserved areas in the State and the order of priority for serving these
areas as additional funding becomes available (beyond the required
cost-of-living increase).
The Counties of Wilson,
Pitt and Beaufort in Eastern NC are underserved by a Center For Independent
Living (CIL).
3.3 Section 723 States Only
3.3A If the State follows
an order of priorities for allocating funds among centers within a State that
is different from what is outlined in 34 CFR 366.22, describe the alternate
order of priority that the DSU director and the SILC chair have agreed upon.
Indicate N/A if not applicable.
N/A
3.3B Describe how the
State policies, practices and procedures governing the awarding of grants to centers
and the oversight of these centers are consistent with 34 CFR 366.37 and
366.38.
N/A
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 4: Designated State Unit (DSU)
4.1 Administrative Support Services
4.1A Describe the
administrative support services to be provided by the DSU for the SILS (Part B)
program and, if the State is a Section 723 State, for the CIL (Part C) program.
DVR provides extensive
in-kind support to the SILC and the Part B and C Centers. One staff spends approximately
75% of time working with new contracts, contract amendments, monthly/quarterly
fiscal and performance reports, consulting with CILs on state guidelines and
developing strategies to help streamline reporting requirements. Additionally,
this staff serves on various SILC committees. the Fiscal Unit within DVR
performs yearly audits for each CIL. In-kind Interpreting services are provided
for events such as public forums, listening sessions, and special meetings.
4.1B Describe other DSU
arrangements for the administration of the IL program, if any.
N/A
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 5: Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)
5.1 Resource plan
5.1A Describe the
resource plan prepared by the SILC in conjunction with the DSU for the
provision of resources, including staff and personnel, made available under
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII, section 101(a)(18) of the Act, and
from other public and private sources that may be necessary to carry out the
functions of the SILC identified in section 705(c). The description must
address the three years of this SPIL.
Refer to the SPIL
Instructions for more information about completing this section.
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Funding for the SILC is
provided by resources from Title VII Part B funds. The office has one full time
Executive Director, a half-time Office Manager and a Bookkeeper working four to
six hours per week for a total of $89,500. This amount includes all tax
liabilities (FICA & SUTA), vacation, sick and holiday paid time off.
5.1B Describe how the
following SILC resource plan requirements will be addressed.
The SILC's
responsibility for the proper expenditure of funds and use of resources
that it receives under the resource plan.
The NCSILC in conjunction
with the DSUs will prepare a Resource Plan (NCSILC Budget) for the provision of
resources to cover staff, rent, supplies, telephone expenses, travel for staff,
NCSILC members while conducting the business of the NCSILC and carry out the
SILC duties.
Non-inclusion of
conditions or requirements in the SILC resource plan that may compromise
the independence of the SILC.
There are no conditions
or requirements included in the NCSILC Budget that will compromise the
independence of the NCSILC.
Reliance, to the maximum
extent possible, on the use of resources in existence during the period of
implementation of the State plan.
The NCSILC is responsible
for the proper expenditure of funds and the use of resources it receives under
the NCSILC Resource Plan and to the fullest extent possible will use the
resources in existence during the period of implementation of the SPIL.
5.2 Establishment and Placement
Describe how the
establishment and placement of the SILC ensures its independence with respect
to the DSU and all other State agencies. Refer to the SPIL Instructions for
more information about completing this section.
The NCSILC is not
established as an entity within a State agency, and operates independently of
the DSUs and other state agencies. The members of the NCSILC are appointed by
the Governor of NC.
5.3 Appointment and Composition
Describe the process used
by the State to appoint members to the SILC who meet the composition requirements
in section 705(b). Refer to the SPIL Instructions for more information about
completing this section.
NCSILC has a NCSILC
Development Committee to review interested individual applications to determine
their eligibility as described in the Rehab Act as amended. As individual is
asked to submit an application, a letter of interest and their resume
describing their knowledge, experiences and participation in activities,
committees, and community organizations that promote the independent living philosophy.
Qualified applicants are voted on by the full NCSILC and the applications are
forwarded to the Governor's office for consideration. Individuals may also
apply directly to the Governor's office. Members of the NCSILC represent a
broad range of disabilities and cultural and ethnic backgrounds as well as
representatives from across the State.
5.4 Staffing
Describe how the
following SILC staffing requirements will be met.
SILC supervision and
evaluation, consistent with State law, of its staff and other personnel as
may be necessary to carry out its functions.
NCSILC is a 501 (c) 3 not
for profit organization. NCSILC is an equal opportunity employer that does not
discriminate on the basis of race, culture, religious beliefs, national origin,
political affiliation, religion, sex, age or disability. The NCSILC is
committed to the employment of competent individuals that can carry out the
functions of the SPIL. All NC and federal labor laws will be followed.
Non-assignment of duties
to SILC staff and other personnel made available by the DSU, or any other
State agency or office, that would create a conflict of interest while
assisting the SILC in carrying out its duties.
While assisting the
NCSILC in carrying out its duties under the SPIL, staff and other personnel
employed by the DSU's or any other State agency or office of the State will not
be assigned duties that will create a conflict of interest.
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 6: Service Provider Requirements Describe how the
following service provider requirements will be met:
6.1 Staffing
Inclusion of personnel
who are specialists in the development and provision of IL services and in
the development and support of centers.
CIL Staff will be
knowledgeable in the development and provision of IL services and in the
development and support of centers, meeting all state and national requirements
for their assigned duties.
Availability, to the
maximum extent feasible, of personnel able to communicate (1) with
individuals with significant disabilities who rely on alternative modes of
communication, such as manual communication, nonverbal communication
devices, Braille, or audio tapes and (2) in the native languages of
individuals with significant disabilities whose English proficiency is limited
and who apply for or receive IL services under title VII of the Act.
To the maximum extent
feasible, personnel will be able to communicate with individuals with
significant disabilities who rely on alternative modes of communication and be
knowledgeable of assistive devices and alternative modes of communication
available.
Establishment and
maintenance of a program of staff development for all classes of positions
involved in providing IL services and, where appropriate, in administering
the CIL program, improving the skills of staff directly responsible for
the provision of IL services, including knowledge of and practice in the
IL philosophy.
The 8 CILs will receive
$1250 of Part B funds for staff training to better serve consumers with diverse
and significant disabilities each year for three years through contracts
administered by DVR.
Affirmative action to
employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with significant disabilities
on the same terms and conditions required with respect to the employment
of individuals with disabilities under section 503 of the Act.
NCSILC follows all
Affirmative Action to employ qualified individuals with significant
disabilities on the same terms and conditions required with respect to the
employment of individuals with disabilities under section 503 of the Act.
6.2 Fiscal Control and Fund Accounting
Adoption of those fiscal
control and fund accounting procedures as may be necessary to ensure the
proper disbursement of and accounting for funds made available through
parts B and C of chapter 1 of title VII of the Act, in addition to
complying with applicable EDGAR fiscal and accounting requirements.
NCSILC and all service
providers shall follow the specific accounting and program guidelines detailed
in the most recent version of the Education Departments Guidelines and
Administrative Rules (EDGAR) as well as NC's budget and contractual guidelines.
6.3 Recordkeeping, Access and Reporting
Maintenance of records
that fully disclose and document the information listed in 34 CFR 364.35.
NCSILC and service
providers are required to maintain records that fully disclose and document all
information as listed in 34 CFR 364.35 and in accordance with NC General Statue
147-64.7.
Submission of annual
performance and financial reports, and any other reports that the
Secretary determines to be appropriate
NCSILC and all service
providers will provide access all financial records, annual performance reports
and any other report the Secretary determines to be appropriate.
Access to the
Commissioner and the Comptroller General, or any of their duly authorized
representatives, for the purpose of conducting audits, examinations, and
compliance reviews, to the information listed in 34 CFR 364.37.
NCSILC and all service
providers will provide access to the Commissioner, Comptroller General or any
of their duly authorized representatives for the purpose of conducting audits,
examinations and compliance reviews.
6.4 Eligibility
Eligibility of any
individual with a significant disability, as defined in 34 CFR 364.4(b),
for IL services under the SILS and CIL programs.
The SILC and the CIL
programs will maintain all consumer service records documenting the
individual's eligibility for IL services consistent with the requirements of 34
CFR 364.51.
Ability of any
individual to seek information about IL services under these programs and
to request referral to other services and programs for individuals with
significant disabilities.
The SILC and the CIL
programs will record the number of individuals seeking information on services
and programs and provide information and referral to individuals requesting
referrals to other services or programs.
Determination of an
individual's eligibility for IL services under the SILS and CIL programs
in a manner that meets the requirements of 34 CFR 364.51.
Application of
eligibility requirements without regard to age, color, creed, gender,
national origin, race, religion, or type of significant disability of the
individual applying for IL services.
The SILS and CIL programs
will not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, gender, national
origin, race, religion or type of disability.
Non-exclusion from
receiving IL services of any individual who is present in the State and
who is otherwise eligible for IL services, based on the imposition of any
State or local residence requirement.
There is no residence
exclusion from IL services provided by the SILS and CIL programs for anyone
present in the state.
6.5 Independent Living Plans
Provision of IL services
in accordance with an IL plan complying with Sec. 364.52 and mutually
agreed upon by the individuals with significant disabilities and the
appropriate service provider staff unless the individual signs a waiver
stating that an IL plan is unnecessary.
The SILS and CIL programs
will give all eligible consumers the option of writing an independent living
plan or signing a waiver of an independent living plan. Services requested by
the consumer will continue to be provided if the consumer waivers an
independent living plan.
6.6 Client Assistance Program (CAP) Information
Use of accessible
formats to notify individuals seeking or receiving IL services under
chapter 1 of title VII about the availability of the CAP program, the
purposes of the services provided under the CAP, and how to contact the
CAP.
The SILS and the CIL
programs will present all consumers with CAP information in the format
requested and will explain in detail the services provided under CAP and how to
contact CAP.
6.7 Protection, Use and Release of Personal
Information
Adoption and
implementation of policies and procedures meeting the requirements of 34
CFR 364.56(a), to safeguard the confidentiality of all personal
information, including photographs and lists of names.
The SILS and the CIL
programs will have policies and procedures to meet the requirements of 34 CFR
364.56(a) to safeguard the confidentiality of all personal information.
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 7: Evaluation Describe the method that
will be used to periodically evaluate the effectiveness of the plan in meeting
the objectives established in Section 1. The description must include the
State's evaluation of satisfaction by individuals with significant disabilities
who have participated in the program.
Section 7: Evaluation
Goal(s) and the related Objective(s) from Section 1
Method that will be used to evaluate
NCSILC Mission
Goal 1. Expand the network of Centers for
Independent Living in North Carolina.
Goal 2. Support the operations of the NCSILC
non-profit office.
Goal 3. Increase Participation and Leadership by
Youth with Disabilities.
Goal 4. Promote Community Based Living.
Goal 5. Promote Civil Rights of People with
Disabilities.
Goal 6: Provision of Direct Independent Living
Services and Supports
During each Federal Fiscal Year, the NCSILC will
monitor, review, and evaluate the implementation of the 2010 - 2013 NC SPIL, including
the goals and objectives described in the NC SPIL. NCSILC Goal Committee
Chairs will report to the full NCSILC at the quarterly meetings a review of
all accomplished activities, activities in progress and planned activities
assigned to their committees as described in the NC SPIL.
State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)
NC Dept of Health and Human Services - Division
of Vocational Rehabilitation
Submitted in fiscal year:
Part II: Narrative Section 8: State-Imposed Requirements
8 State-Imposed Requirements
Identify any
State-imposed requirements contained in the provisions of this SPIL.
The NCSILC will comply
with the requirements and regulations of the NC Department of Administration's
Division of Purchases and Contracts and the NC Board and Commissions.
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no
persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it
displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number of this
information collection is 1820-0527. The time required to complete this
information collection is estimated to average 60 hours per response, including
the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather the data
needed, and complete and review the information collection. If you have any
comments concerning the accuracy of the time estimate or suggestions for
improving this form, please write to: U.S. Department of Education, Washington,
D.C. 20202-4537. If you have any comments or concerns regarding the status of
your individual submission of this form, write directly to: Ms. Sue
Rankin-White, U.S. Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services
Administration, PCP-5013, 400 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20202-2800.
