Child and Family Community Resource Links
Charlotte • Mecklenburg County • Union County
Supporting families of children with disabilities, autism, ADHD, and developmental differences
Libraries, Accessibility & Free Books
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Special Needs Services
Adaptive resources, sensory-friendly programs, and disability-focused supports. https://cmlibrary.org/services/special-needs
NC Accessible Books & Library Services (ABLS)
Free audiobooks, braille, and accessible reading materials for eligible individuals. https://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/about-us/accessible-books-and-library-services
Union County Public Library
Books, audiobooks, digital resources, and community programs.
https://www.uclnc.org/
Promising Pages (Charlotte Area Book Bank)
Provides free books to children to build home libraries.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (Local Enrollment)
Free monthly books mailed to children ages birth–5.
https://promising-pages.org/resources-to-go-0-5/
IEP Advocacy & Education Support
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC)
Free parent training and 1:1 support for navigating IEPs and special education (birth–26).
https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
Disability Rights North Carolina
Protects the educational rights of students with disabilities statewide.
https://disabilityrightsnc.org/our-work/education-rights/
Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy – Education Law
Legal assistance for education-related barriers and access issues. https://charlottelegaladvocacy.org/what-we-do/education-law/
Union County Public Schools – Exceptional Children Resources
School-based special education and family resources.
https://www.ucpsnc.org/academics/exceptional-children/parent-resources
Autism & Neurodiversity Supports
Autism Society of North Carolina
Statewide resource directory, support groups, and family navigation. https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/find-help/
Autism Charlotte
Local nonprofit providing inclusive programs and family support. https://www.autismcharlotte.org/
TEACCH Autism Program (NC)
Regional centers offering evidence-based autism services.
https://teacch.com/regional-centers/
Recreation, Camps & Community Programs
Mecklenburg County Therapeutic Recreation
Inclusive recreation programs for children and youth with disabilities.
https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/Activities/therapeutic-recreation-activities
YMCA of Greater Charlotte – Adaptive Programs
Adaptive sports and inclusive activities.
NC Summer Camp Directory (FSN-NC)
Camps for children with autism, ADHD, and other special needs.
https://fsnnc.org/nc-summer-camp-directory/
County & Community Resources
Developmental evaluations and early supports.
https://health.mecknc.gov/maternal-and-child-health/care-management-and-health-partnerships/cdsa
NC 211 (United Way)
Free, confidential referral line for local resources. Dial 2-1-1 or visit: https://www.unitedwaync.org/nc-211
The Arc of Mecklenburg County
Advocacy and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
http://www.arcmeck.org