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Several area programs are available for disability rights, housing, elderly/youth services, substance use help, and when coping with trauma. Learn about the valuable resources and services available to you and your family!
Elderly
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Medical Ministry | Access to comprehensive primary care to working, uninsured adults living in Wake County | 1010 Donald Ross Dr., Raleigh 919-250-3320 |
| Hospice of Wake County-Transitions of Life Care | Hospice care plus supportive care for family members and caregivers | 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh 919-828-0890 |
| National Society to Prevent Blindness | Community-based vision screenings and follow-up services | 4011 WestChase Blvd., Raleigh Suite 225 919-755-5044 |
| Resources for Seniors | Home and community-based services for elderly and persons with disabilities | 1110 Navaho Drive, Raleigh Fourth Floor 919-872-7933 |
| Meals on Wheels of Wake County | Meals every weekday to homebound older adults and persons with disabilities in Wake County | 1001 Blair Drive, Raleigh Suite 100 919-833-1749 |
| Southeastern Wake Adult Daycare, Inc. | Adult daycare for seniors, overnight respite, and homecare services | 3401 Carl Sandburg Court, Raleigh 919-212-8580 |
| Legal Aid of North Carolina | Direct legal services provided by the attorney and paralegal staff | 224 S. Dawson St., Raleigh 919-856-2130 |
| Interfaith Food Shuttle | A Feeding America Food Bank that recovers and distributes food to low-income residents | 1001 Blair Dr., Raleigh 919-390-1973 |
| Filling In Gaps of Wake County, Inc. | Access to prescription healthcare for children/adults who are either uninsured or underinsured, as well as people who may be eligible for Medicaid but haven’t filed for benefits | 100 Donald Ross Rd., Raleigh 919-386-9645 |
| The Help Center NC | Offers food baskets and support services for elderly | For help call or text 919-391-7300 info@thehelpcenternc.com |
Persons Experiencing Domestic Violence
| Organization | Description | Contact |
| Interact of Wake County | Shelter, court advocacy, economic empowerment, counseling, sexual assault services | 866-291-0855 |
| Triangle Family Services | Solutions for families facing crisis. Four core programs: Family Safety, Financial Stability, Mental Health, and Homeless Engagement-Housing Stabilization | 919-821-0790 |
| Wake County Domestic Violence Task Force | The Victim Services and Domestic Violence Unit is responsible for processing and serving domestic violence protective orders and restraining orders. | Victim_Services@wake.gov 919-792-4110 |
Persons with Disabilities
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Community Partnerships | Direct services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, adults with brain injuries, and adults with mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders | 3554 Hayworth Drive, Raleigh 919-781-3616 |
| Wake Enterprises | Vocational training and services for people with disabilities to achieve their maximum level of independence | 3548 Bush St, Raleigh 919-714-6100 |
| TLC Operations | Educational services, respite care, early childhood intervention, autism therapies, community living support, and residential living | 739 Chappell Drive, Raleigh 919-832-3909 |
| Filling In Gaps of Wake County, Inc. | Access to prescription healthcare for children/adults who are either uninsured or underinsured, as well as people who may be eligible for Medicaid but haven’t filed for benefits | 100 Donald Ross Rd., Raleigh 919-386-9645 |
| Legal Aid of North Carolina | Direct legal services provided by the attorney and paralegal staff | 224 S. Dawson St., Raleigh 919-856-2130 |
Persons Experiencing Homelessness
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| CASA | Access to stable, affordable housing for people who are homeless or at risk | 624 W Jones St., Raleigh 919-307-3434 |
| Women's Center of Wake County | Multi-service crisis intervention and assessment center to break the cycle of trauma, abuse, violence, and homelessness | 400 S West St, Raleigh 919-829-3711 www.wcwc.org |
| Family Promise of Wake County | Providing support services for families experiencing temporary homelessness by offering safe, affordable, permanent housing | 903 Method Rd., Raleigh 919-832-6024 www.familypromisewake.org |
| PLM Families Together | Moving families in Wake and surrounding counties from homelessness to stable homes through mentoring, housing support and connection to community resources | 908 Plainview Dr, Raleigh 919-212-1123 familiestogethernc.org |
| The Family Violence Prevention Center-Interact | Emergency shelter and services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence | 1012 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh 919-828-6317 interactofwake.org/ |
| Interfaith Food Shuttle | A Feeding America Food Bank that recovers and distributes food to low-income residents | 1001 Blair Dr., Raleigh 919-390-1973 |
| Filling In Gaps of Wake County, Inc. | Access to prescription healthcare for children/adults who are either uninsured or underinsured, as well as people who may be eligible for Medicaid but haven’t filed for benefits | 100 Donald Ross Rd., Raleigh 919-386-9645 www.figsofwake.org |
| Healing Transitions | Long-term recovery, overnight shelter, non-medical detox, and family services for adults over 18 in Wake County | 1251 Goode St., Raleigh 919-838-9800 healing-transitions.org/ |
| StepUp Ministry | Employment training and placement programs | 1701 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh 919-781-0156 www.stepupministry.org |
| Wake Network of Care | Wake County lists additional resources on the Wake County website. | https://mentalhealth.networkofcare.org/wake-nc |
| The Help Center NC | Housing referrals; food distribution; mobile pantry; diaper bank | For help call or text 919-391-7300 info@thehelpcenternc.com thehelpcenternc.com |
Substance Use
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Healing Transitions | Longterm recovery, overnight shelter, non-medical detox, and family services for adults over 18 in Wake County | 1251 Goode St., Raleigh 919-838-9800 healing-transitions.org |
| StepUp Ministry | Employment training and placement programs | 1701 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh 919-781-0156 www.stepupministry.org |
| Fellowship Home of Raleigh | Provides a structured home environment for men in the early months of recovery from alcohol and/or drug addiction | 506 Culter St., Raleigh 919-259-3038 www.fellowshiphome.org |
| Southlight Healthcare | Outpatient and community services for mental health and substance use treatment | 3125 Poplawood Ct., Raleigh Suite 203 919-787-6131 www.southlight.org |
Trauma
We sadly are seeing more incidents in the community that create trauma for our residents, from young to old. The City compiled these resources in the wake of the 2022 mass shooting in the Hedingham community. We continued update them so they are available when needed.
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Health | 24/7/365 resource for people who are insured by Medicaid or uninsured. | 800-510-9132 |
| North Carolina Victim Assistance Network (NC-VAN) | Support and encourage victims and survivors here in North Carolina so that families can heal. | www.nc-van.org 919-831-2857 800-348-5068 (toll free) |
| Psychology Today | Search for a counselor in your area that’s covered by insurance. You can filter by type of help needed, insurance and more. Always check your benefits first. | www.psychologytoday.com |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Lifeline | Help is available for you or someone you know who is struggling or in crisis. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You’ll be able to speak with a trained crisis counselor any time of day or night. | 988 (call or text) 988lifeline.org |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Helpline | 24-hour free and confidential helpline. You can get treatment referral and information about mental health and drug or alcohol use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish. | 800-662-4357 |
Youth
| Organization | Description | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
| AventWest Community Development Corporation | Afterschool programming for elementary, middle, and high school students residing in the AventWest community | 2700 Avent Ferry Rd., Raleigh 919-332-8720 www.aventwest.com |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Wake County | Academic success, healthy lifestyles, good character and citizenship programs for students ages 6-18 | 721 N Raleigh Blvd., Raleigh 919-834-6281 wakebgc.org |
| Garner Road Community Center | Before and after school program, all-day learning program, summer camp, and evening outreach programs for teens and youth | 2235 Garner Rd., Raleigh 919-856-2356 |
| Note in the Pocket | Provides clothing to impoverished and homeless schoolchildren in Wake County | 5100 Lacy Ave., Raleigh 919-714-9403 noteinthepocket.org |
| Planned Parenthood South Atlantic | Affordable health services for teens | 100 S Boylan Ave., Raleigh 919-833-7534 plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-south-atlantic |
| SAFE Child, Inc. | Offers a full range of child abuse prevention and intervention services to children and families at no cost | 864 W Morgan St., Raleigh 919-743-6140 safechildnc.org/ |
| The Green Chair Project | Sweeter Dreams Bed program provides beds for children, and other family furnishings are available | 1853 Capital Blvd., Raleigh 919-332-0474 thegreenchair.org |
| Triangle Family Services | Programs directly serving families facing a crisis, including mental health services for youth and/or adult caregivers | 3937 Western Blvd., Raleigh 919-821-0790 tfsnc.org |
| Interfaith Food Shuttle | A Feeding America Food Bank that recovers and distributes food to low-income residents | 1001 Blair Dr., Raleigh 919-390-1973 www.foodshuttle.org |
| Haven House | Operates 11 programs that help more than 1,200 youth in need each year overcome their challenges and find a path to success | 600 W Cabarrus St., Raleigh 919-833-3312 www.havenhousenc.org |
| The Hope Center at Pullen | Connects young people aging out of foster care in Wake County with the resources and support they need for a successful transition to adulthood | 1801 Hillsborough St., Raleigh 919-694-3133 hopecenteratpullen.org |
| The Help Center NC | Provides youth enrichment programs; food distribution; diaper bank; mobile pantry | For support call or text 919-391-7300 info@thehelpcenternc.com thehelpcenternc.com |
