NC START is a model of community based crisis prevention and intervention services for adults 18 years of age and older with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) who experience crises due to mental health or complex behavioral health issues.

NC START provides prevention and intervention services to individuals with developmental disabilities and complex behavioral needs through crisis response, training, consultation, and respite.  The goal is to create a support network that is able to respond to crisis needs at the community level.  Providing community based, person centered supports that enable an individual to remain in their home or community placement is the first priority.

Make referrals to: NC START East 1-888-962-3782