Iredell County assistance programs

Receive emergency financial assistance

Two important programs are key to providing aid to local individuals and families. The Emergency Assistance Program and the regular scheduled distribution of surplus food have helped hundreds of people make it thru these troubling times.

A little background on what is offered. The Emergency Assistance Program provides emergency funds for people to help them pay their utility bills and also monthly rent. There are some conditions to the program and not Iredell County residents will be able to get the cash grants. If you are interested in learning more or applying for assistance, you can submit an application at the Iredell County Department of Social Services in Statesville, 549 Eastside Drive. they are open from 8am to 4 pm during the work week. Phone (704) 873-5631.

The food distribution program is for people who are not on food stamps, and you also need to apply at the above address to be eligible.

There are limited funds for these programs, as they utilize budgeted moneys. Once those budgeted funds are exhausted, Social Services can no longer offer them in the budgeted year and the aid being flowed will end.

There are some other seasonal program. For example, assistance from the Crisis Intervention Program, which is a cooling and heating related program, are also available and have their own funding.

Fifth Street Ministries (Statesville NC, phone 704) 872-4045) offers a few different assistance programs

• Healthcare/Case Management: A nurse provides a health care clinic daily, and assists individuals in finding affordable healthcare and accessing low cost/free prescription medications. Learn about other free prescription programs.
• Soup Kitchen: Receive free food and meals
• Clothing closet: Receive a few sets of clothes in decent condition.

 

 

 

Statesville Salvation Army provides financial assistance as well as spiritual guidance. The nonprofit agency can provided limited help with medical costs, hospital bills and transportation services, utility help, weekly character-building classes and Summer Day Camp for children. The agency also assists with providing holiday gifts and food for families at Christmas, disaster aid, clothing, furniture, household items, fans during summer months, school supplies and financial assistance with paying expenses such as rent, utilities, prescription medications, food and transportation. Dial (704) 872-5623.

The local community action agency of Iredell County is I Care, Inc. Phone (704) 871-1299. They offer assistance in the form of case management, low-income adult individuals and families are aided in becoming self-sufficient. Guidance, counseling and financial assistance with bills and rent may be provided. In addition they provide support in the areas of financial management, debt reduction, job readiness, education, employment and housing is available.