Community Resources
Area Wide Resources
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Labor Market Information:
To create a competitive force in a global economy, the Centralina Workforce Development Board develops a forward-thinking plan that integrates workforce, economic development and education initiatives within the region. The results include a region that strives to stimulate economic growth, attract new business and facilitate business expansion, create quality jobs, build a more competitive workforce, and ensure Centralina’s training and education systems adequately prepare out workforce to fill the pipeline.
704-348-2717 or click here to access the website
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United Way of North Carolina :
Have you ever wondered how to find help or a community service for yourself or someone in need? There are about 30,000 nonprofits in North Carolina. Finding the one you need can be difficult.
The first step in finding help is knowing who to call. 9-1-1 is for emergencies, 4-1-1 is for directory assistance and 2-1-1 is for finding community health and human service resources.
Call 2-1-1 any time 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to link to vital services in your community. This service is free and multilingual.
Phone 211 or click here to access the website
Social Security Administration:
Phone 1-800-772-1213 or click here to access the website
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services:
The N.C. State Rehabilitation Council works in partnership with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services by providing guidance in developing and expanding vocational rehabilitation services in order to maximize the employability and independence of individuals with disabilities.
800-689-9090 or click here here to access the website
National Rehabilitation Information Center:
NRIC is a gateway to an abundance of disabliity - and rehabilitation- oriented information organized in a variety of formats.
800-346-2742 or click here to access the website
NC Vocational Rehabilitation:
Assistance with training and job placement. Does not have to be major disability. Call for an appointment to speak with a counselor.
704-639-7575, 205 Guffy St, Salisbury, NC or click here to access the website
VA Hospital:
Rural Health Program
704-638-9000 ext 4962 Dwight Holmes, Director
Medicine Assistance:
Check with your pharmaceutical company to see if they offer discounts on medications.
http://www.patientassistance.com/B5440-omeprazole.html
http://www.astrazeneca-us.com/medicines/help-affording-your-medicines/how-to-apply
http://www.lillytruassist.com/pages/AssistancePrograms.aspx
http://www.lillytruassist.com/Pages/AboutLillyCares.aspx#Drugs
http://www.labca.org/info/drugassist.php
http://www.suddenlysenior.com/patientassistanceprograms.html
Cabarrus County Resources
Cabarrus County Department of Social Services:
Cabarrus County DSS strives to improve the quality of life in the community for all of our citizens. The staff is committed to managing the resources of Medicaid, NC Health Choice for Children, SNAP Benefits, Work First Family Assistance, and other resources entrusted to them with responsible stewardship.
704-920-1400, 1303 S. Cannon Blvd. Kannapolis, NC or click here to access the website
Salisbury-Rowan Community Action Agency, Inc. (Cabarrus County Office):
The Community Action Agency is a responsible non-profit agency that is committed to providing comprehensive and accountable services for economically disadvantaged individuals, children and families in it's services area. These services are designed to enhance the quality of life and promote the opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency. Programs offered:
Self Sufficiency
Weatherization Assistance
WIA
Head Start/ Early Head Start/ Daycare
704- 633-6633, 1300 Located in the Employment Security Commission Bldg, 2275 Kannapolis Hwy. Concord, NC or click here to access the website.
Crisis Recovery Center:
This program was created to support individuals who are experiencing a crisis and need additional resources and support. Grief, stress, anxiety, and depression may be triggers that make a person feel as though they are not able to cope. Crises can also be related to mental health issues, alcohol, drugs or developmental disabilities. This is a community-based program that exist to help people deal with crises and avoid unnecessary psychiatric hospitalization.
704-933-3212, 1309 S. Cannon Blvd. Kannapolis, NC or click here to access the website
Hospice & Pallative Care of Cabarrus County:
Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County cares, first and foremost, for a community of patients and their families. The unmet needs of those who are dying and those who care and grieve for them motivates our work.
704-935-9434, 5003 Hospice Lane Kannapolis, NC or click here to access the website
Community Care Clinic:
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704-783-1167, 315 Medical Park Drive Suite 203 Concord, NC or click here to access the website
The Rowan County Health Department strives to improve the health of Rowan County citizens by identifying public health needs, providing community programs and client services, promoting a safe and clean environment, and developing public health policies.
704-633-0411, 1800 E. Innes St., Salisbury, NC or click here to access the website
Salisbury-Rowan Community Action Agency, Inc.:
The Community Action Agency is a responsible non-profit agency that is committed to providing comprehensive and accountable services for economically disadvantaged individuals, children and families in it's services area. These services are designed to enhance the quality of life and promote the opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency. Programs offered:
Self Sufficiency
Weatherization Assistance
WIA
Head Start/ Early Head Start
704- 633-6633, 1300 West Bank St. Salisbury, NC or click here to access the website.
Family Crisis Center:
The Family Crisis Council of Rowan County is a non-profit agency that specializes in helping those affected by rape, incest, sexual assault and domestic violence
704-636-4718 131 W. Council Street Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Community Care Clinic:
704-636-4523, 315-G Mocksville Ave, Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Rowan Helping Ministeries:
Rowan Helping Ministries provides assistance in meeting basic human needs for those finding themselves in crisis in Rowan County, NC. Food and medication assistance applications taken Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm.
704-637-6838, 226 N. Long St., Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Good Shepherd Clinic:
The Good Shepherd's Clinic is a local not-for-profit out patient clinic staffed by volunteer health care professional and other interested persons who wish to serve those who have been unable to access medical care who have delayed care because of financial reasons.
704-636-7200, 223 N. Fulton St., Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Hospice & Palliative Care of Rowan County:
Hospice & Palliative CareCenter of Rowan County is a hospice care provider located in Salisbury, NC.
Hospice provides care and emotional, social, and spiritual support for patients and their families in end-of-life scenarios.
Palliative Care provides medical care focused on relief of pain, symptoms, and streess of servious illness.
704-633-5447, 512 Klumac Road Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Storehouse for Jesus:
A Storehouse For Jesus is an independent, non-profit Christian ministry, helping those in need with food, medical, and outreach ministries.
336-751-1060, 675 E. Lexington Road Mocksville, NC or click here to access the website
Rowan County Senior Services Lunch and More Meal Sites:
At least one in nine seniors is at risk of going hungry and there are several local agencies that are available to assist.
704-216-7700 or click here for more information
Meals on Wheels of Rowan:
Provides a meal and friendly visit to the homebound of Rowan County.
704-633-0352, 1918 W. Innes Street Salisbury, NC or click here to visit the website
Salvation Army:
Assistance with food and clothing
704-636-6491, 620 Bringle Ferry Road Salisbury, NC or click here to access the website
