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Provide residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. People who previously lived in state institutions, rest homes and nursing facilities have a place they can call home. Families who can no longer care for their loved ones at home find comfort in the services and support provided in the Arc homes. Through training and support from Arc staff, many people learn the skills necessary to become more independent.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Match at-risk children (ages 6-14) from single parent homes with a caring adult mentor. “Bigs” and “Littles” spend time together forming friendships. The children are more likely to improve in school and in their relationships with family and friends, and less likely to skip school or use illegal drugs or alcohol. 55% are more likely to be enrolled in college than those without a mentor. 78% are more likely to volunteer in their communities. 81% are more likely to participate in sports and extracurricular activities. 90% who have a mentor are interesting in becoming a mentor. 130% more than twice as likely to hold a leadership position in a club or sports team. *Research done by mentoring.org

Mission: Clothes to Kids of Haywood County, Inc. exists to provide new and quality used clothing to low-income or in-crisis school age children in Haywood County, free of charge.

Mission: is to glorify God through the provision of medical care, including spiritual and social support, to underserved adults in Haywood County. The Good Samaritan Clinic has been an integral part of the health delivery system in Haywood County since The clinic provides primary medical care and mental health services to uninsured adults and adults with Medicaid. To qualify patients must be between the ages of 18-64, below the Federal Poverty Level, and residents of Haywood County.

Haywood County Meals on Wheels Haywood County Meals on Wheels program provides a nutritious lunchtime meal to qualified individuals once per day, five days per week. Not only do they provide nutrition but also personal contact with recipients who may not otherwise have any contact with outside individuals. It provides assurance for family members who are unable to be with their loved ones on a daily basis.

Haywood County Rescue Squad The Haywood County Rescue Squad, in service since 1958, is the county’s only Heavy Rescue Provider, certified through the North Carolina Office of Rescue and EMS.

Haywood Christian Ministry Purpose: is to provide care in the name of Christ to persons in crisis. To be a clearing house for outreach concerns that are shared by the Christian Churches of Haywood County; and to offer spiritual and material assistance to the extent that resources are available through the cooperating churches and volunteers.

The 4-H program is the youth education program of North Carolina Cooperative Extension, based at North Carolina State and North Carolina A&T State universities. More than 218,000 young people between the ages of 5 and 19 participate in North Carolina 4-H activities each year with the help of 21,400 adult and youth volunteers. 4-H is a community of young people across America who are developing leadership, citizenship, public speaking, decision-making, and life skills. 4-H is about having fun, learning, exploring and discovering. In 4-H, young people make new friends, develop new skills, become leaders and help shape their communities. There are five 4-H clubs in Haywood County, numerous special interest programs, school enrichment programs, day camps, and opportunities for youth to learn while doing.

The Haywood Christian Emergency Shelter is a nonprofit, Christian based shelter and was started when area churches of all denominations, nonprofits, and charities in Haywood County came together to provide a place where the homeless could not only have a warm place to sleep on a cold winters night, but to also give them the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The shelter also provides avenues for them to overcome their situation and overcome their adversity through various programs provided by Mountain Projects and DSS among others.

KARE: Kids Advocacy Resource Effort Mission: to end child abuse and neglect through advocacy, education and support. KARE is dedicated to preventing child abuse and advocating for children who have been physically or sexually abused. KARE is a nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center. Primary job is to advocate for victims, but they also believe that proper education will lead to abuse prevention. Annually, KARE serves approximately 200 children through the victim advocacy program. We also serve approximately 60 families through the parents as teachers program, and 30 families through the positive parenting program. Additionally, with the help of volunteers, they reach every elementary school student in Haywood County through the School Safety Program by teaching students about personal safety.

Mission: is to involve, educate and unite people in the work of ending hunger in Western North Carolina. Vision: is a hunger-free WNC. MANNA collects, stores, warehouses, and distributes food to MANNA accredited nonprofits throughout 16 counties in Western North Carolina. MANNA provides direct service on a very limited basis to those struggling with hunger through the MANNA Packs for Kids Program and Food Stamp Outreach. The MANNA Packs for Kids program provides emergency food assistance to public school students. MANNA works closely with school employees to identify at-risk student populations. FNS Outreach. For many individuals and families throughout Western North Carolina, every dollar counts. Food and Nutrition Services (Food Stamps) is an important resource helping to put food on the table. FNS is an assistance program that allows people with little or no income to buy nutritious food. It can help a family survive a crisis of employment, poor health, or other hardships that can trigger a downward spiral into poverty. The program also helps strengthen the local economy and boost jobs in the farm and retail sectors and beyond. It is estimated that each $5 of FNS benefits can generate up to $9 in economic activity.

Maple Leaf Adult Respite Provides adult day care and day health services which allow persons with disabilities to continue to reside in their homes while receiving essential support services during the day when care givers may not be available to assist them.

Mountain Mediation Services Mediation is an intervention between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement or compromise. Mountain Mediation Services provides a voluntary alternative to court to the residents of the seven western-most counties of North Carolina. Mediation is used to resolve disputes through discussion in an attempt to reach an agreement which both parties feel is fair.

Circles of Hope of Haywood County is part of the National Circles Campaign operating in 23 states and 62 communities. We are committed to helping families get completely out of poverty and then building new systems of support that will help thousands to achieve economic stability. A Circles initiative consists of families working to get out of poverty and several middle and upper income Allies who befriend them and lend support. The family is the circle leader, setting direction for activities. With the help of their allies, each family sets and achieves goals unique to their own needs.

Congregate Nutrition Program The Congregate Nutrition Program is available in three locations in Haywood County. This program provides a nutritionally balanced meal, crafts, health promotion, seminars, field trips, bingo, and a time to socialize. The Congregate Nutrition Program is available free of charge to anyone age 60 or over. Anyone 55 or older is welcome to participate, for a nominal fee.

Foster Grandparent Program Foster Grandparents are individuals age 60 and over who thrive on direct interaction with children and believe they can make a difference in their lives. They serve as a mentor, tutor, and loving caregiver to children and youth with special needs. Foster Grandparents help children develop the skills, confidence, and strength to succeed in life.

Senior Companions Program Senior Companions are healthy older adults that help other adults that need extra assistance to live independently in their own homes or communities. They serve frail older adults, adults with disabilities, those with terminal illnesses, and offer respite for caregivers. Senior Companions touch the lives of adults by assisting with grocery shopping, daily tasks, and providing companionship to those in need. Without Senior Companions, many older adults would not be able to maintain their independence.

Haywood Volunteer Center Services that are provided include: Recruitment and referral — we sit down with a volunteer to find out what they are interested in and match them with an organization. There are over 60 organizations in the community so we can almost always find something that interests everyone. Recognition– we coordinate with the state to recognize the contributions of volunteers through an annual event and participation in the NC Volunteer Awards. Community Education– We provide speakers for presentations on volunteerism to organizations, churches, business and schools. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)– RSVP invites seniors to share their talents and knowledge in the community. One of the benefits to this over 55 program is participants receive supplemental accident and liability insurance while volunteering. Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)– is a North Carolina Insurance Commission program that is run through the Volunteer Center. The program assists Haywood County seniors to better understand Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription plans.

Safe at Home Program As its name implies this program makes available small repairs or improvements to the homes of Haywood County senior citizens. Making their home accessible to a senior in need of a ramp is one of the most needed repairs provided by the program. Other services offered include minor floor repairs, installation of handrails, small appliance replacements, to name but a few.

OnTrack Financial Services Help people achieve their money and housing goals through financial education, counseling, and support so that they can overcome crises, afford their basic needs, improve their money- management skills, and make financial choices rooted in their values. Help people manage their money and credit better through education programs, individual counseling appointments, and debt management programs.

REACH of Haywood County, Inc. serves survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, community outreach and prevention education to empower individuals to live a self-sufficient life free of violence. REACH services: 24-hour crisis helpline Emergency Shelter Legal Advocacy Survivor Support Counseling & Support Groups Housing Assistance Elder Abuse Program

The Community Kitchen is a Christian, grassroots, non-profit organization that provides nutritious meals for those in need in Haywood County. They serve the elderly, disabled, working poor, the homeless, unemployed, families and single parents with children and those who need a meal and a safe place for friendship.

The Salvation Army administers many programs and services designed to restore broken lives, to build healthy relationships, and to develop and encourage people of all ages. The Salvation Army is more than just the bell-ringers that you see at Christmas and more than the family stores that you see around town. We also offer programs such as: character building programs for youth music training community-building and fellowship for adults housing assistance