The Family Focus Guide helps families and individuals in and around the Fayetteville area find resources in our community.
If you have a service-focused organization that serves families in the Fayetteville, Cumberland County area and would like to be listed, please email us at [email protected].
The ALMS HOUSE or Associated Local Ministries in Service Helping Others in Unfortunate Situations and Experiences provides emergency food, clothing, and financial assistance for Hope Mills and Fayetteville area. A referral from Cumberland County Social Service is required.
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest private, non-profit funder of Alzheimer's research. Our mission is to & eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Provides support for those caring for loved ones who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, meets on the third Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Provides direct financial assistance to low-income kidney patients in need and education to those who are at-risk for kidney disease. Assists with transportation to dialysis, medications, special diet, kidney donor expenses, and other treatment essentials. Also provides specialty programs to help patients afford treatment during emergency travel and recover from natural disasters.
Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Responds to victims of tragedy ranging from single family house fires to entire communities devastated by natural disaster. Chapter volunteers who collect blood in the five counties we serve to help make it possible for countless lives to be saved. Chapter Health and Safety Services instructors train people in first aid, CPR, AED, life guarding, swimming, babysitting, caregiving, and other areas for both individuals and organizations. The Red Cross also is engaged in the global right against AIDS/HIV and is working to reduce transmission and to support those living with this disease.
Provides a listing of resources available to soldiers and family members including Family Readiness Group Information - parenting classes - exceptional family member support groups - play mornings - army emergency relief - volunteer opportunities - multicultural programs and mwr leisure activities.
Information, Referral & Follow-up
Provides emergency communication link between a family with an emergency and a military service member stationed anywhere around the world.
Provides support services to military service members and their families.Offers essential programs such as childcare, hospital assistance, spouse support services, food services, computer training classes, health and wellness services, and holiday meals.
Assists service members, Department of the Army civilians, and their adult family members in conducting effective job searches. Services include job search counseling, and assistance with resume writing and completing government employment applications. Provides speakers to the public and uses volunteers. Internet access available.
Programs available are: Information Referral, Exceptional Family Member, Employment Readiness, Family Advocacy, New Parent Support, Sexual Assault Assistance, Victim Advocacy Hotline and Information, Domestic Violence Prevention Assistance, Financial Readiness and Army Emergency Relief, Multi-Component Family Support Network, Multicultural Readiness, Relocation Services, Mobilization & Deployment Readiness, and Volunteer Services.
Offers loans or grants in emergency situations.
ASAP offers outpatient Biopsychosocial-spiritual assessments, diagnosis and treatment recommended for Active Duty Soldiers on Fort Bragg. *There are five ASAP locations in Fort Bragg.
Wilmington Highway. Offers an assortment of recreational activities for all ages. These include picnic areas and shelters, sports fields, lighted tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, a children's playground, an 18-hole disk golf course and nature trails. Picnic areas may be reserved in advanced.
Nurtures, advocates and celebrates the arts in Fayetteville/Cumberland County. Provides grants to local art agencies, artists, and schools to increase and support art activities in the community. Produces International Folk Festival, Fourth Fridays, and Dickens Holiday.
Two halfway houses, and one 3/4 house, that provide assistance to alcoholics and drug- and chemical-dependent men. Accommodations for 24 people at the halfway houses and 7 at the 3/4 house. Assists with finding work and general recovery. Works with ESC and local businesses; offers vocational rehabilitation services. Accepts donations of cash, commodities, food, clothing, appliances, and furniture. Will try to arrange pickup of large items. A thrift Store is located on 1418 Clinton Rd. Counseling handled through CC Mental Health and the VA Medical Center.
Someone available 24 hours, 7 days
Offers a two-year transitional housing program for homeless families. This is an intensive economic recovery program focused on permanent housing and homeownership opportunities. Daily participation in case management, personal budget management, workshops, seminars, community service, and strict curfew observation is required.
ASPIRE is a comprehensive program that assists low wealth individuals and families attain the skills and knowledge that is needed in order to become self sufficient. Since funding is limite - individuals are selected to particpate in the program based on their readiness and motivation to accomplish goals to obtain employment.
Provides resources and tools to assist young children with disabilities to participate in daily activity with greater ease and independence. These tools range from simple aids to sophisticated equipment specifically designed to help children learn and develop.
ABCD is an intervention in primary-care physician offices.[1] An ABCD staff person provides technical assistance and/or support to deliver high-quality comprehensive primary health care, including medical professionals’ use of standardized, validated, developmental and behavioral screening tools. If a developmental disability, delay, or other concern is identified through the screening process, a referral is made to connect the family with the services and resources needed for their child.
Our goal is to help seniors and recovering patients who prefer to stay in their own home while receiving personal care. We arrange for non-medical in-home care visits from registered nurses, personal care aids, and certified nurse assistants. We carry a wide range of packages to suit a variety of budgets and needs. A 3 hour daily minimum applies.
