New Hanover County assistance programs.

Find help with rent and housing expenses

The United Way of New Hanover, which also serves the Cape Fear Region, has received almost $1.3 million in federal government stimulus funds to help lower income families stay in their homes and provide them with rent and housing relief.

The United Way is partnering with five local community organizations and charities to distribute the money to those in need: they include The Salvation Army ((910) 762-7354), Brunswick Family Assistance Agency, Pender County Housing, The A.M.E.Z. Housing Community Development Corporation ((910) 815-3826), and The Good Shepherd Center.

These federal government dollars will help low and moderate income families who live in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties pay their rent, security deposits, and utility bills. the need for aid is tremendous, as the organization says nearly half of the callers who contact it need help with rent.

The federal government money will help provide a need for emergency utility and rental assistance for both people who currently rent, as well as for homeless people. The government money will help area charities and organizations prevent up to 1,500 evictions per year.

The program will provide temporary help with rent and also utility bill assistance, both rental and utility deposits, credit repair and counseling, limited moving assistance, and hotel and motel vouchers for up to 30 days. The longest someone can receive aid from this program is for 18 months.

 

 

 

Emergency and financial assistance programs

Call the Wilmington NC based New Hanover County Community Action, Inc. ((910) 762-1177) to learn about services and resources they offer low income and other individuals. They from time to time may be able to offer grants and financial assistance for paying rent and utility bills, and are a great resources to call to learn about North Carolina and federal government assistance programs. Some of the other services they offer include GED Services, Early Childhood Education, Community Services Block Grant.

The New Hanover County Salvation Army 910-762-2070 is another non-profit that offers limited help, worship programs, free food, and other aid.

Dental/Health and Medical Assistance Programs

Several clinics and facilities in the Wilmington and New Hanover County region provide access to free or discounted medical and dental care.

• Tileston Health/dental Clinic - 1303 Cypress Grove Drive,
• NH Regional Medical Center - Vita Line 910-815-5188 or 888-815-5188
• Northside Medical Clinic, Mon. - Thurs. 8-5 and Friday 8-12(noon).
• NHC Health Department, 910-798-6500, 2029 South 17th St, 910-798-6500

Emergency Help and Crisis Centers

These centers can help people deal with an unexpected emergency, may have funding to help pay bills and housing costs, and can provide other aid. Most offer rent help, free food, money for paying utility and electric bills, and other forms of aid to New Hanover County residents.

• Tri-County Center - Emergency services for MH/SA 24 hrs. next health Dept.
• Rape Crisis Center, 910-392-7460 Counseling and Referral
• 2023 South 17th St. 910-251-6551 or 910-251-6587
• Coastal Horizons Center, 615 Shipyard Avenue, 1-800-672-9344
• Help Center of Federal Point, Carolina Beach (910) 458-9339 - Offers help for paying rent, utility bills, and limited medical assistance. Gasoline vouchers and transportation is also offered.
• Eviction prevention and low income housing - A number of non-profits, churches, and government agencies have funds to pay rent or can help people find safe, affordable low income housing. Locate more New Hanover County rental assistance information.

 

 

Food Assistance and Groceries

Call these Wilmington area charities and non-profits for free food, possibly grants, and to learn about other government assistance programs and services. Many also offer holiday meals and assistance.

• Tileston Outreach, 412 Ann Street, 910-762-5491
• Immaculate Conception Church, 8-9:30 am Sat. & Sun. (nest to Grace Methodist)
• Salvation Army, 820 North 2nd Street, M-F 5:30-6:00pm
• Jesus Ministries, 6763 Market Street, 910-791-7002, Mon-Thurs. 11 am - 2pm
• Inner City Ministries, 14th Greenfield, hot lunch Sunday at noon.
• First Fruit, St. Paul's Church, Wed. & Sun. 7:30-9 pm dinner.
• Mother Hubbard's Cupboard, Grace United Church, M,W,F & Sat. 1-3 pm
  313 North 5th Street, 910-762-2190. Must have picture ID & SSI Card
• Good Sheppard Ministries, 811 Martin Street, 910-763-4424, 7-8 am & 11am-12 pm.
• Find more New Hanover County food banks, including locations in Wilmington.

Education, Job Finding and Employment Services

• Cape Fear Community College, 411 N Front St, 910-362-7000
• Vocational Rehab, 506 Mrket St., Suite A, 910-251-5710, M-F , 7:30 am - 5 pm
• Employment Security Commission & Job link - 717 Market St. (Veteran's services, job search & unemployment comp.) 910-251-5777
• New Hanover County Community Action - Serious career seekers (pharm. tech.,truck driving, barber school, phlebotomy etc. 910-762-1177
• Phoenix Employment Ministry of Wilmington, Inc. - 910-343-8469
• Cape Fear Literacy, 1012 South 17th St.,910-251-0911

Debt help and foreclosure assistance

Consumer Credit Counseling of Wilmington North Carolina provides extensive counseling and services. They are a HUD approved agency that provides services for homeowners, individuals and families to achieve financial well-being. Programs offered include counseling, education, debt management, and foreclosure avoidance plans. Learn about North Carolina foreclosure programs, as well as click here to find out how to stop debt collectors in North Carolina. Debt and housing counselors can be reached at (910) 332-8957.