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Child Care & Education

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  • Division of Child and Family Well-Being

    The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families,…

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    Child Tax Credit

    The Child Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit for families with qualifying children or dependents. It may be able…

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    School Lunch Program

    The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free school lunches to children in public and nonprofit…

Civic Engagement

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    Charitable Giving

    Nonprofits and charitable organizations are always looking for donations to help fund their work. As a donor, it can be…

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    Volunteering

    If you are interested in serving your community, there are many volunteer opportunities across North Carolina and various ways to…

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    Voting

     What elections are happening in 2023?   Local government offices, such as mayor and councilperson, will be up for election in…

Disaster

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Employment & Income

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Food

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  • Current Resources for Haywood County

    WNC Helene Resources A robust, working document of resources per county, updated regularly: Helene Response & Rebuild: WNC Resource List…

  • Division of Child and Family Well-Being

    The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families,…

  • Sun Bucks / Summer EBT

    Key Updates Educators, community partners, and county offices: view the SUN Bucks resources toolkit. Use the SUN Bucks Search Tool to see if…

Healthcare & Mental Health

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Housing

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  • Shelters: Hurricane Helene

    Please see below the following shelters that are open as of October 7. Subject to change at any time. Updated…

  • Weatherization Assistance Program

    The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income North Carolinians save energy, reduce their utility bills, and stay safe in their homes….

  • Government Benefits

    Discover government benefits and services to help you and your family through every stage of life at USA.GOV.   Government Benefits…

Interpersonal Violence

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  • Mental Health

    If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicide risk, dial 9-8-8. Taking care of…

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    Shelters

    There are many different kinds of shelters, depending on a person’s situation and needs.   What kinds of shelters are available?  …

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    Interpersonal Violence Hotlines

    Interpersonal violence crisis hotlines are available to help victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.  What hotlines are…

Substance Use Disorder

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  • Mental Health

    If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicide risk, dial 9-8-8. Taking care of…

  • Daymark Recovery Services

    Daymark Recovery Services (DRS) has been providing Tailored Care Management (TCM), “a brand new community-based service, to clients across the state…

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    Sober Living Homes

    Sober living homes offer safe and supportive housing for people recovering from substance use disorder after leaving a rehabilitation program….

Utilities

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    Operation Fan Heat Relief

    What is Operation Fan Heat Relief (OFHR)?  As individuals age and develop chronic medical conditions, they are less likely to…

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    Weatherization Assistance Program

    What is the Weatherization Assistance Program?   The Weatherization Assistance Program improves energy efficiency and household safety through making minor repairs,…

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    Assistance From Utility Providers

    Utility companies understand that many of their customers face very difficult financial hardships. If you are unable to pay your…