This booklet provides an introduction to assistive technology services for children and adults with disabilities in North Carolina. Key terms such as "self-advocacy" and "assistive technology" are explained, as are provisions of major state and federal legislation and Social Security Income for the families of children with disabilities. Specific services and options are then discussed by age level, including mandated services for preschoolers, Individualized Education Programs for school-age children, the Carl D. Perkins Vocational Education Act, Individual Transition Plans, and the appeals process. Each page includes contact information for support groups, hotlines, and state and federal agencies. (PB)