McDowell County Community Resource Guide 2024

McDowell County Community Resource Guide 2025

This list is a collection of resources available to McDowell County residents compiled and verified by the MATCH  Program (McDowell Access to Health and Care) . It does not represent all public services within McDowell County, nor does it cover all services available to McDowell County residents located outside the county. The service providers listed did not pay to be added, nor is this list a recommendation for any provider. To add or change a listing, please contact 828-659-5289,  email amy.vaughn2@hcahealthcare.com, or complete the following form Resource Guide Update.

Table of Contents

Food and Nutrition Resources                                        Page 3

Mental Health Crisis Services                                        Page 7

Mental and Behavioral Health Resources                                Page 8

Substance Use Treatment/Recovery/Prevention                        Page 11

Access to Care Programming                                        Page 15

Community Support Services and Resources                        Page 16

Transportation                                                        Page 22

Re Entry Programs                                                Page 24

Shelters and Housing Resources                                        Page 25

Legal Resources                                                        Page 27

Area Hospitals                                                        Page 28

Urgent Care Centers                                                Page 28

Primary Care Offices                                                Page 29

Assisted Living Facilities/Hospice/ In Home Health                        Page 30

Employment Resources                                                Page 32

Education Resources                                                Page 33

Youth Development and Child Care Resources                        Page 34

Community Engagement                                                Page 36

Law Enforcement                                                        Page 37

Intellectual,Development, Physical  Disability Resources                Page 38

Veterans’ Services                                                Page  40

Emergency Assistance                                                Page 41

Dental Resources                                                Page 42

Pet Resources                                                        Page 45

Disability Application Assistance                                        Page 45

Resources for Older Adults                                        Page 46

Food and Nutrition Resources

FoodBox Delivery Program: Foothills FoodHub and MATCH

CONTACT: MATCH

        Phone: 828-659-5289

        Online Request Form: Request a FoodBox

DETAILS: Contact free foodbox delivery for those with transportation barriers. Deliveries are made on Tuesday or Friday, depending on address. Assistance apply for SNAP Benefits

McDowell County DSS 

CONTACT:

828-652-3355

145 East Court St.  

Marion, NC 28752        

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

DETAILS:  Service: SNAP Benefits and App

ePASS 

Foothills Health District (McDowell County Health Department) 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-6811

Address: 408 Spaulding Rd Marion, NC 28752

Website: http://www.foothillshd.org

HOURS: Monday- Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

DETAILS:  WIC 

Marion Tailgate Market

CONTACT

Address: 67 W Henderson St Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: Saturdays May-Jun 10AM-2PM; July-Aug 9AM-1PM; Sep-Oct 10AM-2PM

DETAILS: Spend SNAP/EBT Dollars on fresh local produce, meats, eggs, bread, honey & more; Double Up SNAP dollars up to $20 on fruits and vegetables.

Love Boxes 24/7

East Marion Community Church

660 Baldwin Ave

Marion, NC 28752

East Marion Pentecostal Church

900 Baldwin Ave

Marion, NC 28752

Clinchfield UMC

151 Ridge Rd

Marion, NC 28752

Mental Health Crisis Services

Emergency: 911

RHA Mobile Crisis- 1.888.573.1006

• Mobile Crisis Services provide intensive, on-site response, stabilization, and intervention for people of all ages experiencing a crisis due to mental health disturbances, developmental disabilities, or addiction.  
• Behavioral health professionals are available 24/7/365 to stabilize the person and safely at home, work, school, or wherever the crisis occurs in the community.

Strategic Interventions: 1.828.442.9580

• Marion, NC location for Crisis Help 24/7. Call us if you need help.  

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988 (dial these three numbers for a direct link)

Suicide & Crisis Line Call or Text 988

• The Lifeline provides 24 hour, confidential support to anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis. You can reach LGBTQ+ affirming counselor by texting “Q” to 988 or by calling and pressing “3”

Crisis Text Line:

• Text 741741
• Your opening message can say anything. Keywords like “HOME,” “START” and “HELLO” just help us identify how people hear about us
• The first two responses are automated. They tell you that you’re being connected with a Crisis Counselor and invite you to share a bit more.
• The Crisis Counselor is a trained volunteer, not a professional. They can provide support, but not medical advice.

Caldwell Behavioral Urgent Care

• 828-394-5585
• 2415 Morganton Blvd
• Lenoir, NC 28645

Mental and Behavioral Health Services

CareNet Counseling Marion

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 559-0125

Address:79 Academy St, Marion, NC 28752

Website: https://carenetnc.org/about/our-regional-centers/western-region/

HOURS:  Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

DETAILS:  Spiritually integrated counseling services, psychotherapy, research and education. Services are for people of all ages, backgrounds, and faiths including for; Adults, young children, teens, families, seniors, and couples, group counseling, premarital counseling, counseling for ministers.  

Cost: Insurance Accepted, Financial Assistance available

RHA

CONTACT:  

Phone:828-652-2919 

Address: 486 Spaulding Rd Suite B,  Marion, NC 28752 

Website: rhahealthservices.org 

HOURS:  Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm 

DETAILS: 

• Services offered: Enhanced services: SAIOP, IIH, CST, ACTT  
• Basic Services: iIndividual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and peer support services, Medication assisted treatment therapies.  
• Cost: There is a $3 copay for people who qualify for state funds. Depending on insurance, copays are collected at time of service, and charges are based on deductibles of insurances. We have a sliding scale fee for self-pay individuals 

Strategic Interventions          

CONTACT:  

Phone: (828) 655-3231

Address: 33 Burgin St. Unit B Marion, NC 28752

Website: strategicshc.com

HOURS:  Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm  

DETAILS:  Serves Adults with severe and persistent mental illness through Evidence Based Practices. Access to board-certified psychiatrists and highly trained therapists, social workers, nurses, dual disorder specialist, Certified Peer Support specialists, vocational specialists, substance use specialists, housing specialists and qualified mental health professionals. At Strategic Interventions individuals can get help for anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and any delusional disorder. To make a referral via telephone please call 828-655-3113.

VAYA Health LME/MCO 

CONTACT:

Phone(s): 1-(800) 849-6127            828-225-2785

Address:200 Ridgefield Court, Suite 206, Asheville, NC 28806

Website: www.vayahealth.com 

HOURS:  8:30am-5:30pm M-F DETAILS:

Services Offered: This is a local management entity (LME) serving 23 counties in Western North Carolina. This agency serves those people who have a mental illness, a developmental disability, or someone dealing with substance use issues. The toll-free phone number listed above can be accessed 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Spirit of Truth Christian Counseling

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-559-7710

        Address: 130 Logan St Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: Specializing in addiction, trauma, and anger management

Wings of Flight Center for Change, PLLC

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-407-0880

        Address:

        Email:support@wingsofflightcenterforchange.net

        Website:http://www.wingsofflightcenterforchange.com

DETAILS:Mental Health and Substance use Counseling including individual, family, and group therapy as needed. We provided telehealth as well as in-person services. If you are looking for support on your journey of self-discovery or dealing with some stressors, we would love to help! We enjoy working with individuals who may be struggling and need an empathetic ear. We believe everyone can improve their sense of well-being with some support. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

COST: Accept most Major insurances and Medicaid with the exception of Wellcare.Also offer self pay rates and a sliding fee scale based on income.

Black Mountain Counseling Center

CONTACT:

        Phone:(828)669-9798

        Address: Catawba Vale Business Hub (Upstairs) 37 Main St Old Fort, NC 28762

        Website :https://www.blackmountaincounseling.org/

DETAILS: A nonprofit counseling organization with a team of 12 licensed behavioral health counselors with all sorts of specialties: we offer individual, family and couples counseling, either in-person or virtually, to people regardless of their ability to pay.  Most major insurances accepted, as well as Medicaid. Financial assistance IS available for Medicare, uninsured, and underinsured individuals

WNC Community Health Services

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-583-6733

Address:136 Creekview Court Marion, NC 28752

Website: wncchs.org

DETAILS: Primary Care, Behavioral Health, Substance Use Treatment, Immunizations. Mobile Medical and Dental Unit. Most insurance accepted,Sliding fee program available for uninsured patients

Killian Consulting of WNC PLLC

CONTACT:

Email: kcofwnc@gmail.com

Phone:828-201-6901

DETAILS: Serves children age five and up and adolescents, Individual and Group Therapy

Comprehensive Clinical Assessment, DWI Assessment, Crisis Intervention and Referral

Substance use, trauma, anger, emotional regulation, spiritual growth and development, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and all mental health substance use issues., Parenting - Triple P, CBT, EMDR, WRAP, Prime for Life, Anger Management

Hope4NC

1-855-587-3463

Individual Crisis Outreach and Support, Group Crisis Outreach, Public Education, Community Networking and Support, Assessment, Referral, and Resource Connections

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NC

CONTACT

        Phone:1(800) 451-9682

        Address: 309 West Millbrook Road Suite 121 Raleigh, NC 27617

        Website: www.naminc.org

Details: NAMI North Carolina offers free, peer-led support groups, educational programs, and advocacy efforts to support individuals and families affected by mental illness. Services include recovery and family support groups, classes like NAMI Basics and Family-to-Family, and public awareness initiatives such as In Our Own Voice and Ending the Silence. NAMI NC also provides a statewide helpline, volunteer opportunities, and training for those who want to lead programs or advocate for better mental health policies. Through these offerings, NAMI NC works to reduce stigma, empower communities, and improve access to mental health support across the state.

Substance Use Resources: Prevention/Treatment/Recovery

RHA

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-2919

Address: 486 Spaulding Rd Suite B, Marion, NC 28752

Website: rhahealthservices.org

HOURS: 8am-5pm M-F

DETAILS: Referral not needed. Services offered: Enhanced services: SAIOP, IIH, CST, ACTT.         Basic Services: Individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and peer support services, Medication assisted treatment therapies. Associated Cost: There is a $3 copay for people who qualify for state funds. Depending on insurance, copays are collected at time of service, and charges are based on deductibles of insurances. Sliding scale fee for self-pay individuals .Other information: We serve uninsured, underinsured, and privately insured individuals.

McDowell Impact Peer Support Services

CONTACT:

Phone: (828)527-6014

Address 117 Railroad St Marion, NC 28752

WEBSITE : Impact Peer Support Services

HOURS: Tues, Thurs, Friday 8am-5pm

DETAILS: McDowell Impact supports individuals across McDowell County who struggle with substance use and co-occurring challenges like infectious disease, family separation, chronic homelessness, and overdose. No referral needed.

Services: Individual recovery support, Peer-led recovery groups, Assistance with accessing community resources, Transportation, Linkage to services, Harm reduction services, Narcan training and distribution.

Celebrate Recovery

CONTACT:

         Phone: 828-559-2575

         Website: embc.church

Address: 660 Baldwin Ave. Marion NC 28762

HOURS:Thursdays 5:30pm-7:30pm

DETAILS:The purpose of Celebrate Recovery at East Marion Baptist Church is to fellowship and celebrate God's healing power in our lives through the 8 recovery principles found in the Beatitudes (Mathew 5:1-12) and in the 12 steps to recovery.

Alcoholics Anonymous (Marion, NC)

CONTACT: Serenity Seekers Marion                           

Address: 241 West Court Street Marion NC 28762

HOURS: Weekly meeting schedule:  Sunday, 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm

DETAILS:  Alcohol use, 12 Step Program meetings for McDowell County community members. No dues or fees for AA membership. Recurrent Meetings: See website for details: alcoholicsanonymous.com

Narcotics Anonymous

          CONTACT:

        Address: 241 West Court St Marion, NC 28752

          HOURS: Saturdays 7pm

          DETAILS: St Matthews Lutheran Church

ROCK Recovery Meeting

CONTACT: Living Waters Tabernacle

        Address 344 Moffitt Hill Church Rd Old Fort NC

DETAILS: Thursdays at 5;30pm

EMAIL r.o.c.krecovery23@gmail.com

Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center

CONTACT:

        Phone: Facility Main Phone Number: (828) 257-6200 Detox Fax Number: (828) 257-6268

Rehab Admissions Phone Number: (828) 257-6230

        Address: 201 Tabernacle Road Black Mountain, N.C. 28711

        Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/julian-f-keith-alcohol-and-drug-abuse-treatment-center

DETAILS: Julian F. Keith is one of three state operated North Carolina Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Centers (ADATCs) specifically designed to provide medically-monitored detoxification/crisis stabilization, and short-term treatment, preparing adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders for ongoing community-based recovery services. Admission is available to any adult in our region regardless of financial resources or insurance status. Patients pay on a sliding scale according to their income.

Caldwell C3 Comprehensive Care Center 

CONTACT:

        Phone: 1-800-848-0180

        Address:2415 Morganton Blvd., SW Lenoir, NC 28645        

        Website: https://rhahealthservices.org/caldwell-c3/

DETAILS: The Caldwell C3 Comprehensive Care Center provides treatment and support services regardless of where you are in your recovery journey. If you need help with mental health, substance use or other wellness issues, please call us or just stop in. No appointment is necessary. The Caldwell C3 Center offers the very latest in integrated behavioral healthcare with a varied continuum of services to meet your needs. We provide intensive therapeutic interventions and crisis services, a diverse range of outpatient programs, a Recovery Education Center (REC) and Peer Support Services to help you reach and maintain your wellness goals. Our goal at the Caldwell C3 Center is to provide a foundation for recovery and help people achieve stable, sober, independent lives within their communities.

McLeod Centers for Wellness

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-659-3966

        Address: 117 W Medical Ct Marion, NC 28752

Hours: Office M-F 5am-12:30am Dosing and Counseling for Patients: M-F 5am-11 and Sat-Sun 6am-9am

        Website:https://www.mcleodcenters.org/wp/

DETAILS :Per the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the use of FDA-approved medications, in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a clinically-driven, “whole-patient” approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. MAT often prevents or reduces opioid overdose by normalizing brain chemistry, blocking the euphoric effects of alcohol and opioids, and relieving physiological cravings. The aim of MAT is for patients to achieve stability, generally a year or more of continued participation and compliance with treatment recommendations. In addition to the FDA-approved medications (either Methadone or Buprenorphine), patients receive individual treatment planning, urinalysis testing, and referrals to community resources as needed. Financial assistance is available

High Country Country Health/Olive Branch Ministries

CONTACT:(828) 412-1095

DETAILS-Syringe Exchange Services, Low barrier Suboxone treatment, Hep C testing and Treatment

Project CARA-MAHEC

CONTACT:         Phone:828-659-3621

                Address: Mission Women’s Care McDowell 472 Rankin Dr Marion, NC 28752

                Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

DETAILS: Substance Use Services for Pregnant and Postpartum Women

McDowell IMPACT Recovery Community Center

CONTACT

        Phone:(828)527-6014

        Address: 117 Railroad St Marion, NC 28752

        Hours: TBA

Details: Peer Support with lived experience, Narcan, voluntary groups (listed on monthly calendar), connection to SSP, Hep C testing/treatment, MAT, and connection to community resources, recovery resource navigation assistance.

FIRST Blue Ridge

CONTACT

        Phone: 828-669-0011

Address: 32 Knox Road – PO Box 40 Ridgecrest, NC 28770

Hours:

Website: https://firstinc.org/overview/

Details: FIRST is a residential therapeutic community for individuals with chronic substance use disorders that provides transitional housing, group counseling, self-help meetings, case management, job-placement assistance, and other services to individuals struggling with addiction, homelessness, unemployment, and involvement with the criminal justice system.

McDowell EMS Community Paramedic (PORT)

Community Paramedic Direct Line: 828-668-2271

Office Line: 828-652-3241

Hours of Operation: 9am-9pm

Description: The McDowell EMS Community Paramedic Post-Overdose Response Team (PORT) provides compassionate support to individuals following an overdose or those already engaged in medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Our team can initiate or continue MAT in the field and help connect patients with long-term outpatient care.  We support individuals at any point in their recovery journey by offering immediate access to treatment, harm reduction resources, and follow-up care coordination. This service is available to all McDowell County residents seeking support for opioid use disorder

Access to Health Care Programming

MATCH (McDowell Access to Care and Services)

CONTACT:        

Phone: 828-659-5289

Address: 430 Rankin Dr. Marion, NC 28752

Website matchmcdowell.com 

Email: amy.vaughn2@hcahealthcare.com        

Facebook: MATCH on Facebook

HOURS:  Monday-Friday :9am-5pm

DETAILS:  ACA Health Insurance Enrollment, Medicaid Enrollment, Free Tax Filing Services, Free Primary Care,Specialty Care ,Transportation,Case Management,Housing, Dental, Vision, Medical Supplies, Medication Assistance, Utility Bill Assistance, Education, Behavioral Health, Employment, Preventive Health Resources

Community Care Paramedic Program

CONTACT:

Phone: EMS- 828-652-3241​​

EM/ Addressing- 828-652-3241

911 Communications - 828-659-2241

Address:129 Barnes Rd, Marion, NC 28752

Website: http://www.mcdowellem.com/ 

DETAILS: Community paramedics work daily with elderly and at-risk patients to connect them with community resources that can help improve their quality of life. The program also works in partnership with McDowell Hospital to provide follow up care to patients being discharged home who are at high risk of being readmitted. The third objective of the program is to conduct wellness events within the community to raise awareness of uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, and other conditions.

Foothills Health District (McDowell County Health Dept)

CONTACT: 

Phone: 828-652-6811

Address: 408 Spaulding Road Marion, NC 28752

Website: http://foothillils.org

HOURS: 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Monday-Friday

DETAILS: , STI Testing, Immunizations, Family Planning (Birth Control), Hep C testing and Treatment, WIC, and more. Sliding Scale Available.

Wine to Water

Contact Number: 828-773-020

Website:  https://www.wtw.org

Details: : WTW is a non-profit based in Western North Carolina that aims to provide clean water access through no-cost services we offer–including free water quality testing and filter distribution, sanitation, and hygiene education, as well as disaster relief. WTW works alongside communities towards sustainable clean water solutions designed to meet their counties specific needs. In every project, we move beyond Water to support education, health and wellbeing, empowerment, economic growth, and sustainability. As an organization, we believe everyone deserves to have confidence in their drinking water and access to clean water. We see ourselves as an avenue that can support and strengthen household access to and confidence in clean drinking water across communities in WNC that were impacted by Hurricane Helene. Our first and greatest mission is clean water, but water is just the beginning.

Community Resources and Services

CULA (Centro Unido Latino-Americano)

CONTACT:

                Phone: (828) 652-0727

                Address: 79 Academy St. Marion, NC 28752

Website: https://www.culawnc.org/

HOURS: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

DETAILS:A Non profit that provides services that reach the community while also advocating for the Latinx people who face systemic barriers that hinder their growth.

Centro Unido offers different services for education, labor, health, emergency assistance, and more.

Loving Hearts for Christ BEAR Closet

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-803-8790

        Address: 337 Garden Creek Rd Marion, NC 28752

        Email: bearcloset18@gmail.com

        Website: www.bearclosetofmarion.com

        Email: bearcloset18@gmail.com

HOURS: Monday & Friday: Closed Tuesday 2pm to 4pm, Wednesday 12pm-4pm

DETAILS: Offering essentials for families with Children 0-5, community resources, free classes, Circle of Parents groups and community events. For more information, please visit their website or contact their Director of Program Services:

McDowell County Senior Center 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-0821                

Address: 100 Spaulding Road, Marion, North Carolina 28752, United States

        Website: https://mcdowellcountyseniorcenter.org/

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

DETAILS:The McDowell Senior Center in Marion and the A.C.“Bud” Hogan Community  Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service providers where senior adults come together for a variety of activities,  programs and services.

McDowell County Volunteer Center

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-659-0821

        Address: 100 Spaulding Rd Marion NC 28752

        FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/volunteercenterofmcdowell/

DETAILS: The Volunteer Center of McDowell County links individuals and groups to volunteer opportunities

A.C. Bud Hogan Nutrition Center in Old Fort

CONTACT:

Website: https://www.mcdowellseniorcenter.org/old_fort.html

Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/657289864654864/

Phone: 828-659-0821

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm

DETAILS:  The A.C.“Bud” Hogan Community  Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service  providers where senior adults come together for a variety of activities,  programs and services. The senior centers promotes community awareness of the needs and talents of senior citizens by providing the opportunities to make new friends and renew old friendships, improve physical fitness, learn new skills, get information and advice, develop  creatively, volunteer in a variety of different areas and have lunch with friends

McDowell Pregnancy Care Center

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-652-7676

        24/7 hotline: 800-712-HELP (4357)

        Address: 40 South Main Street Suite 110, Marion NC 28752

        Website: mpccnc.org

HOURS: Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm

DETAILS:

McDowell Pregnancy Care Center is a non-profit, non-denominational, non-political organization committed to providing care, compassion, information and support to anyone facing pregnancy whether planned or unplanned. We have been serving McDowell and surrounding counties since 2003.

All services are free and confidential.

New Hope McDowell

CONTACT: 

Phone: 828-652-6150

Website: https://newhopeofmcdowell.org/ 

HOURS: Open 24/7

DETAILS: A Domestic Violence shelter that promotes H.O.P.E (Healing, outreach, prevention, and empowerment). These words represent what is most important to our agency. By providing an environment that allows survivors to heal, programs that expand community knowledge, presentations, and training to discuss prevention strategies, and services that promote empowerment of survivors, we feel we are fulfilling our mission.

Services for the Blind 

CONTACT: Sandy Freeman

Phone:828-659-0845

Fax: 828-608-8941

Email: sandy.freeman@dhhs.nc.gov 

Address: PO Box 338 207 E. Court Street Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: The Division of Services for the Blind provides services to people who are visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind to help them reach their goals of independence and employment.

 Corpening Memorial YMCA 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-9622

Website: www.ymcawnc.org 

https://www.facebook.com/CorpeningY        

Address: 348 Grace Corpening Dr. Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: M-Th 5 am-8 pm

   Fri 5 am-6 pm

   Sat 8 am-12 pm

   Sun. (Starting in Feb) 1-5 pm

DETAILS: Offers income-based membership rates to serve the entire community regardless of income. No referral needed, open to all.

Services: Group Exercise classes, financial assistance through the Corpening Foundation, Water safety training, childcare, afterschool programs, evidence based healthy aging programs, youth and adult sports, youth development, indoor rock climbing, personal training, income based rates, charity drives (food, diapers, school materials, etc.)

The YMCA of WNC offers no-cost Diabetes Prevention and Self-Management programs to help you live your healthiest life. Find encouragement, motivation and guidance with small-group, classroom-based lifestyle change programs led by certified Lifestyle Coaches.  For anyone 18+ who is at increased risk of type 2 diabetes or has a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes; offered in English & Spanish. For more details, please contact communityhealth@ymcawnc.org or call 828-251-5910

McDowell Chamber of Commerce 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-4240

Email: mountains@mcdowellchamber.com

Address: 1170 W. Tate St. Marion, NC 28752

Website: http://www.mcdowellchamber.com 

HOURS: M-F 9-5, Saturday 9-4, Sunday 10-3  

DETAILS: Chamber Membership, which primarily includes networking and marketing. Their mission is to connect businesses with services, resources, and advocacy for economic growth through active leadership and equitable community engagement.  A basic membership cost for a small business is $200.

McDowell County DSS 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-3355

Address: 145 East Court St.  Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

DETAILS: SNAP Benefits and App, Medicaid, LIEAP, Emergency Assistance as available.

NC School for the Deaf 

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 432-5200

Video Phone: (828) 475-0832

Address: 517 W. Fleming Dr. Morganton, NC 28655

Website: ncsd.net

DETAILS: The North Carolina School for the Deaf is a day and residential program for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH), situated in the beautiful foothills of North Carolina. NCSD holds dual accreditations from the Council of Educational Administrators for Schools for the Deaf (CEASD) and Advanced Education

McDowell County Dread Disease Association 

CONTACT:

DSS: 828-652-3355

MATCH: 828-659-5289

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

DETAILS: McDowell County Dread Disease is a non-profit whose purpose is to receive and disburse funds for the aid of hardship cases who meet the definition of a dread disease.  The term "dread disease" refers to such diseases as cancer, heart disease, respiratory disease, and other life threatening or debilitating diseases. Applications for funding will be limited to two requests from the same individual each calendar year.

Applications are available at the Dept. of Social Services or McDowell Access to Care and Health (MATCH).

Corpening Foundation

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-659-9622

        Address: 348 Grace Corpening Dr. Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: Provides emergency assistance for rent, utilities, home repairs, for McDowell County residents. Restrictions may apply. Schedule appointment w/ Front desk of Corpening YMCA.

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NCCE-McDowell County Center

CONTACT:        

        Phone: 828-652-8104

        Address: 60 E Court St Marion, NC 28752

        Hours: 8:30-12pm, 1-5pm M-F

        Website: mcdowell.ces.ncsu.edu

DETAILS: Nutrition Education, Livestock and Forage Education, Horticulture, Small Farms Info, Youth Development and Leadership, Keep McDowell Beautiful, Compost Education, School Gardening, Local Community Clean-ups, Pesticide Education, Home Gardening, digital skills education, and more.

McDowell County Public Library

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-652-3858

        Address: 90 W Court St Marion, NC 28752

        Website: https://mcdowellpubliclibrary.org/

Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri: 10-5:30; Tue, Thu: 10-7; Saturday: 11-5; Sunday: Closed (Marion) | Monday: Closed; Tue, Thu: 10-7; Wed, Fri: 10-5:30; Saturday: 11-5; Sunday: Closed (Old Fort)

DETAILS: Public Library Services, Teen and Children's Programming, Education

McDowell Arts and Crafts Association (MACA)

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-652-8610

        Address: 50 S Main St

        Website: https://www.mcdowellarts.org/

DETAILS: A nonprofit for the arts. Supports local artisans. Community theater, children’s programming, and more.

McDowell SAGE

CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/mcdowellsage/

DETAILS: LGBTQ+ Resources and Support

East Marion IPHC En Espanol

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-559-2189

        Address: 900 Baldwin Ave Marion NC 28752

        Email: info@iglesiaeastmarion.org

        Hours:Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

DETAILS: The mission of East Marion IPHC en Español is to follow Jesus’s example of being salt and light to the world through breaking barriers and building educational bridges, language unity, health justice and promoting the importance of local food systems to young, old and everyone in between. Ephesians 4: 11-13.

SERVICES: Translation of documents, leaflets, flyers, contracts, etc., Interpreting at appointments, meetings, presentations, etc. (consecutive, simultaneous, whispered, and telephone interpreting), notary public, ESL morning & night classes (beginner, intermediate, advanced), GED/HiSet morning & night classes (Spanish and English), Spanish classes, computer classes (Spanish and English), Counseling in spanish, COVID-19 resources, MATCH services, FaithAction ID program, Generation of Creative Learning program, clothes closet, worship and praise service, Sunday School for children.

LifeWorks Program-Community Action Opportunities

CONTACT

        Phone:828-777-5142

        Address: 18 Peachtree St Ave Marion, NC 28752

        Website:https://communityactionopportunities.org/lifeworks-faq/

        Hours: 8:30-5pm

Interest Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKLpbIFwSEAFta70KkWMRdelI_Uzwlw-DZusS5EzjjvbBynA/viewform

DETAILS:

Life Works helps individuals obtain full-time, living wage jobs so they can move out of poverty and obtain economic security. Participants are typically in the program one to three years. During this time, they work with their Life Works Coach, setting goals and addressing barriers while focusing on education/training and financial capabilities.

Services

Life Works takes a holistic approach to self-sufficiency, working with participants and their families across various aspects of their lives.

Examples of services include:

• Job coaching and mock interviews.• Problem-solving and soft skill building.

• Budgeting and money management.

• Parental support.

• Study tips and education support.

Life Works Coaches advocate for individuals and their families, provide meaningful referrals and assist with resource coordination.

Marion Business Association

CONTACT:  

Phone: 828-652-22145

Email:  info@discovermarionnc.com

Address: 58 Depot Street, Marion, NC  28752

Website: https://www.discovermarionnc.com

Hours:M, T, Th, F 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Details: The Marion Business Association serves as the Economic Development office for the City of Marion providing a variety of services to new and existing businesses.    The MBA offers the award winning Growing Entrepreneurs Marion (GEM) to give aspiring entrepreneurs the small business basics and foundations that every small business needs to be successful. The MBA provides citizens with a sense of community by coordinating a full calendar of events such as the Livermush Festival, Fourth of July Celebration, SideWalk Yard Sales in May and August and Mountain Glory Festival.

Transportation

McDowell Transit 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-0744

Website: http://mcdowelltransit.org/ 

DETAILS: A federally and locally funded organization that provides free transportation services to the residents of McDowell County. All McDowell County citizens have a right to transportation provided by McDowell County Transit; as well as a right to be treated with courtesy, dignity and respect at all times by Transit personnel.

SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS:

Appointments for transportation services must be made by 10am the day before the service is rendered. Monday appointments must be made by 10am on Friday prior to Monday’s appt.

All appointments must be scheduled  with McDowell TransitDispatch by calling 828-559-0744. Para Español 828-652-0727. When the office is closed, appointments can be made by leaving a voicemail message on line 2.

Medicaid appointments are now scheduled with McDowell Transit or their Managed Care Provider (Medicare, MTM and Vaya Health)

Modivcare- 1-855-397-3604

 MTM- 1-877-598-7602

VAYA Health- 1- 888-621-2084

  Passengers will be picked up and dropped off at the locations specified when the appointment was made.  If you need to be dropped at another location, you must notify Transit in advance. If you cancel 4 appts in one month the 4th cancellation will count as a “no show”.

All out of county appointments must be scheduled with the doctor’s office between 9am – 11am

Asheville: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

 Morganton/Hickory: Thursdays

Other destinations are based on availability and scheduled first come, first served basis. Riders will return when the last appointment has finished.

NO SHOW AND CANCELLATION POLICY:

• All trips must be canceled a minimum of two hours before the

scheduled pick-up time. Any cancellation after this time will result

in a “no-show.”

•  If a passenger does not require transportation for their take home trip, they must call 828-559-0744 at least one hour prior to their take home time.  Failure to do so will result in a “no show.”
•  Passengers must be ready for the driver when the van arrives for pick-up.  Transit policy is for drivers to wait (3) three minutes. If a passenger is not ready within three minutes, the driver will leave and the passenger will be documented as a “no show.”
• Three (3) no shows in a three month period will result in a passenger being suspended from riding Transit for 90 days.
•  All cancellations, including Medicaid and Managed Care must be called into McDowell Transit 828-559-0744. Calls made outside hours must be left via voicemail on line 3.

McDowell Express ( A program of McDowell Transit)

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-0744

Hours M-f 7am-7pm, Saturday 9-5pm

Cost: $2.50 per ride

Schedule a Ride: Download the Trip Portal App or Scan the QR Code:

Details: Same day service, same day rides, specify your pickup and dropoff times

Re-Entry Programs

Freedom Life Ministries  

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-2224

Address: 130 North Logan Street Marion, NC 28752

Email: info@freedomlifeministries.org

Website: freedomlifeministries.org

HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

DETAILS: Serves justice involved individuals and their families with programs designed to help clients begin a journey to a new life. Counseling, Case Management, Housing, and more.

Shelters and Housing Resources

Mission Ministries Alliance-Friendship Home (Women and Children)

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-6490

Website: https://www.missionministriesalliance.org/

Address: 124 Fleming Avenue Marion/804 State Street Marion

HOURS: 24/7

DETAILS: Shelter, housing, substance use treatment, Peer Support, Street Outreach. No referral needed.

Mission Ministries Alliance-M3 Center for Men and Overnight Shelter

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-3981

Address: 804 State Street, Marion 28752

Website: https://www.missionministriesalliance.org/

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

DETAILS: Must be experiencing homelessness. Emergency overnight sheltering, food boxes, harm reduction, Peer Support and more.

Foothills Regional Commission  (section 8)

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-351-2342

Address: 11 W Court St Rutherfordton North Carolina, 28139

Website: Section 8

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

DETAILS: Please visit our website for more information on eligibility, applications, local housing availability and for a map for the Foothills Regional Commission.

Gateway Home Repair Program 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-9273

Website: https://gatewaywellnessfoundation.org/home-repair-application/ 

Address: 74 North Garden Street Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: Home Repairs for low income families in McDowell County. Contingent on available funding.

CAO Weatherization program

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-252-2495  

Fax: 828-253-6319

Address: 25 Gaston St, Asheville NC 28801

Website: communityactionopportunities.org/weatherization 

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM  

DETAILS: Qualifications to Access: Households living at/below 200 percent of the federal income guidelines are eligible for services. Families receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) or Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) during the prior 12 months from application for weatherization are categorically eligible. Services Offered: Weatherization services: including testing the safety and efficiency of the primary heating system; air sealing walls, floors and ceiling; installing ventilation fan; insulating attics, walls, floors, heating ducts, pipes and water heaters; installing vapor barriers; testing and installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors; replacing old energy-consuming refrigerators.

NC Homeowner Assistance Fund

CONTACT:

                Phone:1-855-696-2423        

                Website:https://nchaf.gov/

DETAILS: For qualified homeowners who are past due on mortgage and housing-related payments by at least 30 days, the fund offers:*Housing payment assistance for primary residence in North Carolina (for example, single-family home, townhome, condo or mobile home). *Assistance for mortgage reinstatement to catch up on late payments (first and second mortgages) or other housing-related costs due to a period of forbearance, delinquency or default. *Assistance covering other housing-related costs such as homeowner’s insurance, flood insurance, mortgage insurance, homeowner’s association dues/fees or delinquent property taxes to prevent foreclosure

VAYA Health-Permanent Supportive Housing

CONTACT:

        Phone 1-800-962-9003, ext. 4560.(Ask for a Coordinated Entry referral – this is the name of the process that matches you to the best housing option. Staff will connect you to the resources you need.)

        EMAIL: housingteam@vayahealth.com

DETAILS :PSH finds housing for people with a disability who are experiencing homelessness. PSH pays your rent and helps you stay in your home for good. Vaya has PSH programs in Alexander, Caldwell, Clay, Cherokee, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Madison, Macon, McDowell, and Swain counties.

Low Income Apartments in McDowell County

Harrison Terrace

90 Harrison Terrace Drive

Marion, North Carolina, 28752

Call For Rent1-3 BR Affordable

(828) 559-2591

Phillips Ridge

200 McDowell High Dr.

Marion, North Carolina

Call For Rent1-3 BR Affordable

(980) 269-1534

Capitol Hill Apartments

351 State St

Marion, North Carolina

Call For Rent1-4 BR Rent Assisted

(828) 652-4382

Heritage Hill Apartments

111 Crawford St

Marion, NC 28752

Call 828-652-1155

California Arms Apartments

221 California Ave

Marion, NC 28752

Call (828) 652-8225

Spaulding Woods

838 Spaulding Woods Rd

Marion, NC 28752

828-652-7203

Legal Resources

Legal Aid of North Carolina Foothills Office 

CONTACT:

Phone: 1-866-219-5262

Email: https://legalaidnc.org/apply/

Website: https://legalaidnc.org/get-help/

Address: 211 East Union St Morganton, NC 28655

HOURS: Apply by phone: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, Monday – Friday; 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM, Monday & Friday. Apply online: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday.

DETAILS: Low-income people qualify according to federal standards. Services are free of charge. Cases include housing, eviction, housing discrimination, foreclosure, domestic violence & sexual assault, human trafficking, Affordable Care Act, Medicaid/Medicare, SNAP, SSDI, unemployment benefits, Veterans Affairs, consumer, debt collection, repossessions, and more.

Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people in order to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers to economic opportunity.

Pisgah Legal 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-253-0406

Address: 62 Charlotte St, Asheville, NC 28801

Website: http://www.pisgahlegal.org/

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm

DETAILS: Provides free civil legal aid to people who live in poverty; Helps more than 20,000 of the most vulnerable people in our communities annually to meet urgent needs such as: housing, safety from abuse, health care and income; Partners with dozens of other agencies to make sustainable change for people in crisis; Coordinates the services of approximately 300 pro bono attorneys in WNC; Improves systems and policies that impact the lives of thousands of low-income people. ACA Navigation and VITA Tax Services.

Area Hospitals

Mission Health-McDowell  

CONTACT:

         Phone:(828) 659-5000

Address:430 Rankin Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Website: Missionhealth.org 

HOURS: Open 24/7

Urgent Care Centers

McDowell Express Care-UNC Healthcare

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-8727

Address: 2293 Sugar Hill Rd Suite D, Marion, NC 28752

HOURS:  8:00am-8:00pm M-S  Sunday 2:00pm-8:00pm 

COST: Insurance accepted. Financial assistance available

Mission MyCare Now 

CONTACT:

Phone:828-213-4444

Address: 472 Rankin Dr Entrance #4,  Marion, NC 28752

HOURS:  Monday-Sunday: 7am-7pm

DETAILS:

• Walk-in, virtual, or nonemergency care
• After hours and weekend care available

Lake James Urgent Care 

CONTACT:  

Phone:828-707-7272

Address:1610 NC-126, Nebo, NC 28761

HOURS:  Open 24/7

DETAILS: For Appointments please visit: lakejamesurgentcare.com 

If you are scheduling an after-hours appointment (9 PM – 7 AM)  please call prior: 828-707-7272

COST: Covid-19 Antibody Test From: $75.00 ,CDL Physical Exam | DOT Medical Exam,From: $150.00, Rapid Covid-Test (add Flu test for $25) From: $50.00, Office Visit,From: $95.00, Telemedicine, From: $45.00, Home/Mobile Visit From: $250.00

Primary Care Offices

McDowell Family Practice 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-580-1750

Fax: 828-580-1751

Address: 20 S. Medical Court Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm

WNC Community Health Services

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-583-6733 ext 1501

Address:136 Creekview Court Marion, NC 28752

Website: wncchs.org

DETAILS: Primary Care, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Substance Use Treatment, Immunizations. Case Management,OB Care Most insurance accepted, Medicaid, Medicare, Sliding fee program available for uninsured patients

Mission Health Center-Sugar Hill  

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-7776

Address: 1633 Sugar Hill Road Marion, NC, 28752

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm  

Hopscotch Health

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-398-0120

Address:2845 Sugar Hill Rd Suite 10, Marion, NC 28752

Hours:Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Details: Primary Care for Medicare patients and older adults

McDowell Medical Associates-Sugar Hill (UNC Health)

CONTACT:        

Phone: 828-652-8727

Address: 2293 Sugar Hill Rd Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday

Old Fort Family Practice

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-668-6435

Address: 32 E Main St Old Fort, NC 28762

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Keys of Hope and Wellness

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-2180

Address: 176 N Logan Street Marion NC 28752

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keysofhopemedical/

Website: keysofhope.weebly.com

DETAILS: Holistic Primary Care

Marion Medical Clinic

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-559-1044

Address: 6E Medical Ct Suite 1Marion, NC  28752

Website: Marion Medical Clinic

DETAILS: Primary Care. In person and telehealth appts available

Assisted Living Facilities

McDowell Assisted Living 

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 652-3033

Address:5235 NC-226 S, Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: Monday-Sunday 6:00am-10:00pm

DETAILS: An Assisted Living facility in Marion that offers a variety of activities for their residents as well as meal preparation and socialization to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Common spaces indoors available for residents to socialize with peers. 24 hour on duty staff to assist with any emergencies and available staff to help with diabetes management along with mobility assistance.

Nebo Family Care Home

CONTACT:

Address:405 Jack Corpening Road Nebo, NC 28761

Price & Availability: (855) 344-4048

General Info: (828) 659-1516

Fax: (828) 659-1516

DETAILS: Assisted living facility in McDowell County, Nebo, please call for pricing and more information.

Rocky Pass Family Care

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-7058

Address: 5349 NC-226, Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: Assisted living facility in McDowell County, please call for pricing and more information.

Hospice and In Home Health Services

Medi Home Health and Hospice

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-733-3663

        Address:3616 Mitchell Ave Suite 10 Newland NC 28657

        Website:https://www.msahealthcare.com

        Email:clward@msahealthcare.com

DETAILS:Home Health, Hospice-in home Aid, and Direct Medical Equipment. MSA Home Health & Hospice is committed to caring for and educating patients, to live as independently as possible. Home Health care is appropriate whenever a person is homebound, but needs ongoing care. A specialized Hospice plan of care is provided to patients and their families who are facing life limiting illnesses.

CarePartners Hospice McDowell

CONTACT:

        Phone: 8286597068

        Address: 575 Airport Rd Marion, NC 28752

        Website: https://missionhealth.org/services-treatments/hospice/locations/?fbclid=IwAR1Ff1ufQPhBo9JDXbyNqS9E5wSjiaoY9VlYuIzZ747qbspJYzcYLEdlgzw

DETAILS: Advanced Care Planning, Palliative Care, Homecare Hospice

 Employment Resources

NCWorks McDowell 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-7131

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/McDowell-NCWorks-1-2120680578171215 

Address: 316 Baldwin Ave. Marion NC 28752

HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8:30-5:00 Friday 8:30-12:00

DETAILS:  Resume Writing, Job Search Assistance, Scholarship Assistance, Wifi/Computer Access. Interview skills, WIOA, OTJ training, TAA, Reentry Services, and Veteran Services.

Vocational Rehab 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-583-9500

Address: 451 N Main St Marion, NC 28752

Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/vocational-rehabilitation-services

HOURS: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm   Closed every state holiday

DETAILS: The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for employment and independence. If you have a disability that prevents you from achieving career success or independence in the community of your choice, DVRS can connect you to services and resources to help you meet your goals.

Manpower 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-8865

Email: marion.nc@manpower.com 

Address: 2845 Sugar Hill Road Suite 13, Marion, NC 28752

Website: Manpower

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm 

PROMAN Staffing 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-9300

Address: 1835 N Main Street (On the 5 lane--across from the Budget Inn)

Website:

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Ross IES WIOA and WIOA Youth Services

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 652-7131

Address: 316 Baldwin Ave, Marion NC 28752

HOURS: 8-5pm

DETAILS:Education Services - Pay tuition, books, fees, required testing fees, required uniforms, tools, equipment, immunizations, physicals, supportive services. Transportation reimbursements. Employment Services - General career services - resume assistance, job search assistance, interviewing skills, assist with employment onboarding costs.

Education Resources

McDowell Technical Community College 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-6021

Website: http://www.mcdowelltech.edu 

Address: 54 College Dr. Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: Monday-Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm    Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm  

DETAILS:  Open Door Admissions-Go to main web page, under New Student & Orientation. Curriculum Programs, Continuing Education, Career and College Readiness (Adult High School and High School Equivalency), and Human Resource Development (employability skills). We also have two Early Colleges on our campus along with a large population of high school students through our Career and College Program. Both programs offer tuition-free college level courses to students while enrolled in high school.

McDowell Technical Community College-College and Career Readiness(CCR) & Human Resource Development Programs (HRD Programs)

CONTACT:

Phone: 828.659.6001

Address: 316 Baldwin Avenue, Marion, 28752  

Website: https://www.mcdowelltech.edu/        

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm

DETAILS: High School Equivalency Diploma, Adult High School Diploma, English as a Second Language (ESL), Resume Writing, Computer Literacy, Interviewing Skills, Employability Skills, OSHA training (within an HRD course), Adult Basic Education (Low level adult students) Other information: Our doors are open and ready to serve those that have educational needs as well as preparation for the workforce.  Classes are offered on site and in various community locations.

WIOA and WIOA Youth Services

CONTACT:

        Phone: 910-734-3174

Address: 316 Baldwin Ave, Marion NC 28752

Website:

HOURS: 8-5pm

DETAILS:Education Services - Pay tuition, books, fees, required testing fees, required uniforms, tools, equipment, immunizations, physicals, supportive services. Transportation reimbursements.

Employment Services - General career services - resume assistance, job search assistance, interviewing skills, assist with employment onboarding costs. 

McDowell County Schools Central Office

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-652-4535

        Address: 344 S Main St Marion, NC 28752

        Website:https://www.mcdowell.k12.nc.us/

DETAILS:The mission of McDowell County Schools is to deliver excellence in education where students are engaged in collaboration, communication, and innovation so that they graduate ready to achieve success and positively shape the future.

Youth Development and Child Care Services

McDowell Department of Social Services (Child Care Vouchers)

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-0690

Website: http://www.mcdowellcountyncdss.org/

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

DETAILS: Eligibility: In order to qualify for financial assistance for childcare, parents must meet certain income guidelines and parents must also have a need for childcare. Most parents receiving child care assistance are working and/or attending school full-time. The subsidy program can assist parents with the cost of child care for children from newborns through age 12.  (Note: In some cases, children over age 12 may qualify for childcare assistance.)

McDowell County Schools Head Start and Early Head Start 

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 652-3229

Email: headstart2111@gmail.com

Address: 2111 Sugar Hill Road, Marion, North Carolina

Website: www.mcdowellheadstart.org 

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm  

DETAILS: A comprehensive early learning program that addresses education, nutrition, health, and social service needs of low-income children ages 3-5 and their families. Early Head Start is the infant/toddler program modeled after Head Start to serve low income pregnant mothers, infants, and toddlers the same way that Head Start serves preschoolers and their families.

Corpening Memorial YMCA

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-659-9622

Website: www.ymcawnc.org 

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/CorpeningY        

Address: 348 Grace Corpening Dr. Marion, NC 28752

HOURS: M-Th 5 am-8 pm   Fri 5 am-6 pm    Sat 8 am-12 pm  Sun. (Starting in Feb) 1-5 pm

DETAILS: Youth development, Youth Sports, Afterschool Care, Summer Camps. Scholarships Available.

 The YMCA of WNC offers no-cost Diabetes Prevention and Self-Management programs to help you live your healthiest life. Find encouragement, motivation and guidance with small-group, classroom-based lifestyle change programs led by certified Lifestyle Coaches.  For anyone 18+ who is at increased risk of type 2 diabetes or has a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes; offered in English & Spanish. For more details, please contact communityhealth@ymcawnc.org or call 828-251-5910.

NCCE-McDowell County Center -4H Programming

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-8104

Address: 41 S Garden St. Marion, NC 28752

Website: http://www.mcdowellem.com/

HOURS: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00-5:00 pm

DETAILS:  Youth development, volunteer opportunities, community service, youth leadership, summer camps and programming. Scholarship opportunities available.

McDowell County Parks and Recreation Department

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-652-3001

Address: 25 Academy St, Marion, NC 28752

Website: https://mcdowellparksandrecreationofficial.com/ 

HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm

DETAILS: The mission statement of the McDowell County Parks and Recreation Department is to further enhance the quality of life for the citizens of McDowell County. The Parks and Recreation Department strives for the acquisition, development, conservation, and maintenance of a system of parks, recreation facilities and open areas for the enjoyment of everybody.

Summer in McDowell

        Website: www.summerinmcdowell.com

        DETAILS: Provides a list of free or low cost summer activities for families. Sponsored by the MATCH program.

Community Engagement

West Marion, Inc

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-317-9729

Email: paula@westmarion.org

Website: https://www.westmarion.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1597175257243996

DETAILS: The mission of the West Marion Community Forum, Inc., aka West Marion Inc, is to enhance the quality of life of our residents and overcome racial barriers by building bridges in McDowell County. We do this by showing compassion, advocating for policy and systems change, promoting economic development, sharing resources, empowering youth, and creating equitable outcomes for all.

SERVICES:: West Marion Community Forum, Marion East Community Forum, Old Fort Community Forum, Men of McDowell, Health Equity Programming, Racial Equity Training and Education, People on the Move Old Fort.

HOURS: For a calendar of community forums and events check out the West Marion Community Forum Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1597175257243996

McDowell Partnership for Substance Awareness, Inc. (MPSA)

CONTACT:

  Phone: 704-974-1759

  Email: info@mcdowellpsa.org

  Website: https://www.facebook.com/McDowellPS

  Address: PO Box 1709, 130 North Logan Street, Marion, NC 2875

 Hours: M_F 9 AM - 5 PM

Details: The MPSA mission is to prioritize inclusion, advocacy, education, research, evidence-based programs, and partnerships to facilitate change where prevention, intervention, and access to substance use services for sustained recovery are available to everyone, without exception. We believe that by engaging ALL residents that we can change the landscape of substance use across McDowell County by 2035. Our partners are actively engaged in treatment and recovery services. As an organization we work toward a future where experimentation is prevented or delayed and where services are available to everyone on demand. Our prevention efforts start with children, adolescents, and young adults through our partnerships with individuals, organizations, and agencies in positions of influence with youth. Please contact us for questions or to receive notifications of events, activities, training, or meetings in which we are involved. Every voice, every person, in McDowell County is important to our work and we encourage you to get involved. Substance use is a community issue that will take a community to solve.

Local Law Enforcement

Marion Police Department

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-652-5205

        Emergency:  911

        Address: 270 South Main St Marion NC

        Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Website: https://www.marionnc.org/176/Police-Department

DETAILS: The Police Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of Marion through proactive enforcement, patrol, and investigations within the City Limits.

McDowell County Sheriff’s Department

CONTACT:

        Phone:(828) 652-2235 Emergency: 911

        Address: 593 Spaulding Rd Marion, NC 28752        

        Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

        Website: https://mcdowellsheriff.org/

DETAILS: The McDowell County Sheriff's Office believes in the dignity and worth of all people.  It is the duty of our office to safeguard lives and property while always respecting the people's constitutional rights. 

Intellectual, Developmental, Physical Disability Resources

VAYA Health LME/MCO 

CONTACT:

Phone(s): 1-(800) 849-6127          828-225-2785

Address:200 Ridgefield Court, Suite 206, Asheville, NC 28806

Website: www.vayahealth.com 

HOURS:  8:30am-5:30pm M-F

DETAILS: Services Offered: This is a local management entity (LME) serving 23 counties in Western North Carolina. This agency serves those people who have a mental illness, a developmental disability, or someone dealing with substance use issues. The toll-free phone number listed above can be accessed 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Vocational Rehab 

CONTACT:

Phone: 828-583-9500

Address: 451 N Main St Marion, NC 28752

Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/vocational-rehabilitation-services

HOURS: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm   Closed every state holiday

DETAILS: The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for employment and independence. If you have a disability that prevents you from achieving career success or independence in the community of your choice, DVRS can connect you to services and resources to help you meet your goals.

Family Support Network/HOPE Group

CONTACT:

        Phone:(828) 256-5202 Vickie Dieter

        Website:www.fsnhope.org

        Facebook::https://www.facebook.com/groups/22931011447761

DETAILS: Family Support Network/HOPE provides information, training and support for individuals with disabilities and their families in Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Lincoln and McDowell Counties.

NC Independent Living Rehabilitation Program

CONTACT:

Phone: 1-877-832-3832

Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/disability-services/independent-living-for-people-with-disabilities

DETAILS:The Independent Living Rehabilitation Program (IL) helps consumers live a more independent life. IL provides an alternative to living in a nursing home or other facility for eligible individuals. Services are person-centered and may be provided directly, purchased or coordinated through other community resources. If the Independent Living program is unable to meet a person's needs, that individual may be referred to other partners for services as appropriate.

Services may include:

Guidance and counseling,Rehabilitation engineering,Home and vehicle modifications,Independent living skills training, Certain equipment purchases,Assistance with leisure activities,Personal assistance services, Service Animals for People with Disabilities, NC Independent Living Rehabilitation Program Brochure

Eligibility

You may be eligible for IL services if:

-You have a significant disability

-The disability severely limits your ability to live independently

-Our services will improve your ability to live independently

-The financial resources of eligible individuals will be considered for the delivery of some services provided under the IL program. Some services are available to eligible individuals without regard to their financial need

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NC School for the Deaf 

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 432-5200

Video Phone: (828) 475-0832

Address: 517 W. Fleming Dr. Morganton, NC 28655

Website: ncsd.net

DETAILS: The North Carolina School for the Deaf is a day and residential program for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH), situated in the beautiful foothills of North Carolina. NCSD holds dual accreditations from the Council of Educational Administrators for Schools for the Deaf (CEASD) and Advanced Education

Services for the Blind 

CONTACT: Sandy Freeman

Phone: 828-659-0845

Fax: 828-652-9167

Email: sandy.freeman@dhhs.nc.gov 

Address: PO Box 338 207 E. Court Street Marion, NC 28752

DETAILS: The Division of Services for the Blind provides services to people who are visually impaired, blind and deaf-blind to help them reach their goals of independence and employment. Available in Marion on Tuesdays.

Mountain Area Community Services, Inc.

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 659-1180

Address:366 S. Main St, Marion NC  28752

Website  https://www.macs-inc.org

HOURS:  Monday-Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

DETAILS:  Mountain Area Community Services, Inc. (MACS) provides a full continuum of services for children, adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Western North Carolina. Since 2004, the company has emphasized care and service for all its service recipients. MACS supports the economic, social, physical, intellectual and mental well-being of its service recipients through a full range of periodic and regular services such as job training/coaching, help finding work, residential services, providing meaningful daily activities, assistance performing daily living tasks, training to achieve independent living, in-home skill building, access and support for community events,

supervised field trips, and personal care services.

ECAC-Exceptional Children's Assistance Center

CONTACT:

Phone: 704 892 1321  / (800) 962-6817

Address: 907 Barra Row · Suite 103 · Davidson, NC 28036

Website: https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/

Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

DETAILS:

We also support young adults with disabilities in becoming self-advocates and leaders and the educators and professionals who serve them. ECAC does not charge for the services offered to the families.

Veterans Services

NCWorks

CONTACT: Patrick Hamber-Career Advisor-Veteran

Phone: 828-652-7131

Address: 316 Baldwin Ave Marion NC 28752

DETAILS: Employment counseling and career development for Veterans

McDowell County Veterans’ Service Office

CONTACT:

Phone: (828) 659-0821

Address: 100 Spaulding Rd Marion, NC 28752

Website:

DETAILS:The McDowell County Veterans Services, located in Marion, NC, provides support for veterans of the US Armed Forces. Veteran Services connects veterans with several government agencies and nonprofit organizations at the federal, North Carolina state, and Marion level. These services include veteran benefits assistance, services for veterans with disabilities, and information about medical care, insurance, and education benefits. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) also provides veteran services in Marion.

You may contact Veterans Services for questions about:

Applying for military and veterans' benefits

Veterans Affairs Offices and Vet Centers

McDowell County VA Hospitals and health benefits

VA Burial services

McDowell County VFW and AMVETS posts        

Emergency Assistance

Safelink Wireless-Lifeline

CONTACT:

        Phone: 1-800-SafeLink

        Website: https://www.safelinkwireless.com/Enrollment/Safelink/en/Web/www/default/index.html#!/newHome

DETAILS :Lifeline is a federally-sponsored program that provides a discount on communication services to eligible individuals and families. Eligibility is determined by income and/or participation in state or Federal support programs. Through Lifeline, SafeLink subscribers are eligible to receive a mobile phone and a monthly discount on their service. SafeLink benefits are limited to one line per household. SafeLink Wireless is a service of TracFone Wireless, Inc., a Verizon company.

Affordable Connectivity Program

CONTACT:

        Phone: Contact the ACP Support Center at (877) 384-2575.

        Website:https://www.affordableconnectivity.gov/how-to-apply/

DETAILS: The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices.

Corpening Foundation

CONTACT

        Phone: 828-659-9622

        Address: 348 Grace Corpening Dr Marion NC

DETAILS: The Corpening Foundation can help McDowell residents with emergency needs such as car repairs, rental assistance, and utility assistance. Call the Corpening YMCA and ask to schedule an appointment with the Corpening Foundation

McDowell County Dread Disease

Details: This organization can help cover medical costs and assist with medication for certain medical conditions.  For an application please contact the MATCH program at 828-659-5289.

Dental Resources

WNC Community Health Services-

Website:https://www.wncchs.org/dental-care

Hours: Varies

Contact: Call 828-583-6733 for available dates and appointments

Details: Dental Insurance and Medicaid Accepted. Sliding scale available for uninsured patients. Services:Preventive services (i.e., education, counseling and tartar removal),

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation,Treatment planning, Restorative procedures (e.g., fillings), Surgical procedures (e.g., extractions)

Rutherford Health Center-Dental Clinic

Contact

        Phone: 828-288-2881

        Address: 187 West Main St Spindale NC 28601

        Website https://www.brchs.com/locations/blue-ridge-health-rutherford/

Details: Federal Qualified Health Center. Accepts Medicaid and other types of dental insurance. Sliding scale available for uninsured patients. teeth Cleanings, Cavity Fillings,

Gum Disease Treatment, Tooth Extractions, Crowns, Root Canals, X-Rays, School-Based Dental Services

Bakersville Dental Clinic

Contact

        Phone: 828-537-5991

        Address: 89 N Mitchell Ave Bakersville, NC 28705

        Website: https://www.mchp.care/dental

Details: Medicaid and most dental insurances are accepted. A sliding fee scale based on income is offered to all uninsured patients. Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation, Dental X-rays, Regular teeth cleanings for adults and children, Deep teeth cleanings and treatment of gum disease, Dental Sealants and Fluoride treatments, Tooth Extraction, Root Canals, Crown/Bridges, Composite fillings/restorations, Dentures/Partials, Nitrous Oxide Sedation (A safe and effective means of managing pain and anxiety in dentistry).

Rutherford Health Clinic-Dental

Contact:

        Phone: 828-288-2881

        Address: 187 West Main St Spindale, Nc 28160

        Website: https://www.brchs.com/locations/blue-ridge-health-rutherford/

Details: Medicaid and most insurance accepted. Offers sliding fee scale based on income. Teeth Cleanings, Cavity Fillings, Gum Disease Treatment, Tooth Extractions, Crowns, Root Canals, X-Rays, School-Based Dental Services

ECU Dental Clinic

Contact

        Phone:

        Address:179 Hospital Drive Spruce Pine, NC 2877

        Website:828-765-0110

Details: Medicaid and other insurance plans are welcomed. Payment for services is due when services are rendered and may be made by cash or credit card. If you have dental insurance, we will assist you with your claim submission. Financial assistance may be available for uninsured patients. Comprehensive General Dentistry, Children’s Dentistry, Oral Surgery – Extractions, Root Canals, Sealants and Tooth Colored Fillings, Crowns and Bridges

Dentures and Partial Dentures, Implant Services, Periodontal Services and Cleanings

Cosmetic Tooth Whitening, Digital Radiography, 3-D/Cone Beam Imaging

Dentists Accepting Medicaid

Note: This list is updated monthly. Dentists can stop taking new patients at any time.

WNC Community Health Services Dental Clinic

Website:https://www.wncchs.org/dental-care

Hours: Varies

Contact: Call 828-583-6733 for available dates and appointments

Rutherford Health Center-Dental Clinic

Contact

              Phone: 828-288-2881

              Address: 187 West Main St Spindale NC 28601

              Website https://www.brchs.com/locations/blue-ridge-health-rutherford/

 Bakersville Dental Clinic

Contact

              Phone: 828-537-5991

              Address: 89 N Mitchell Ave Bakersville, NC 28705

              Website: https://www.mchp.care/dental

 Rutherford Health Clinic-Dental

Contact:

           Phone: 828-288-2881

              Address: 187 West Main St Spindale, Nc 28160

           Website: https://www.brchs.com/locations/blue-ridge-health-rutherford/

ECU Dental Clinic

Contact

              Phone:

              Address:179 Hospital Drive Spruce Pine, NC 2877

              Website:828-765-0110

 Biltmore Avenue Dentistry

Contact

              Phone 828-216-9531

              Address: 1 Hospital Dr #200, Asheville, NC 28801

              Website https://bafdentistry.com/

Mountain View Family Dentistry

Contact

        Phone: 828-294-1448

        Address:3055 NC 127 S Hickory, NC 28602

        Website:https://mtviewfamilydentistry.com

Pet Resources

Free Spay and Neuter Vouchers

Contact:

        Phone: 828-652-3355

        Address: 145 East Court St Marion, NC

Details: McDowell County DSS offers free spay and neuter vouchers for those receiving SNAP, Medicaid, or low income wage earners.

Disability Application Assistance

McDowell Access to Care and Health-SOAR Program

Contact:

           Phone: 828-659-5289

           Address: 430 Rankin Dr Marion, NC

Details: The SOAR Program provides free assistance for those experiencing homelessness or are at risk of experiencing homelessness in accessing SSI/SSDI benefits

Fred Coats Attorney

Contact:

        Phone: 828-659-2439

        Address: 25 West Henderson Street, Marion, NC

Details: Local Attorney with over 35 years experience handling SSA and SSI claims. No win-No fee

Resources for Older Adults

McDowell County Senior Center-Marion

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-659-0821

        Address:100 Spaulding Rd Marion, NC 28752

        Hours: M-F 8am-4pm,

        Website: https://mcdowellcountyseniorcenter.org/

Details: The McDowell Senior Center in Marion and the A.C.“Bud” Hogan Community  Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service  providers where senior adults come together for a variety of activities,  programs and services. The senior centers promotes community awareness  of the needs and talents of senior citizens by providing the  opportunities to make new friends and renew old friendships, improve  physical fitness, learn new skills, get information and advice, develop  creatively, volunteer in a variety of different areas and have lunch  with friends.

McDowell County Senior Center-Old Fort Branch

CONTACT:

        Phone:828-668-4867

        Address: 909 East Main St Old Fort, NC 28762

        Hours: M-F 8am-4pm

        Website: https://mcdowellcountyseniorcenter.org/

Details:The McDowell Senior Center in Marion and the A.C.“Bud” Hogan Community  Center in Old Fort are the designated focal point on aging service  providers where senior adults come together for a variety of activities,  programs and services. The senior centers promotes community awareness  of the needs and talents of senior citizens by providing the  opportunities to make new friends and renew old friendships, improve  physical fitness, learn new skills, get information and advice, develop  creatively, volunteer in a variety of different areas and have lunch  with friends.

Foothills Regional Commision

CONTACT:

        Phone: 828-287-2281

        Address: 111 W Court St Rutherfordton, NC 28139

        Website: https://frcnc.gov/area-agency-on-aging/

Details: The Commission serves as the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in the four county region.  The AAA serves to facilitate and support the development of programs to address the needs of older adults.  The AAA provides advocacy, planning, program and resource development, information brokerage, funds administration, and quality assurance.  The Agency focuses on supporting and assisting older adults in obtaining aging services offered in their communities through local aging service providers

Click here for Foothills Regional Commission 2022 Aging Guide