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].

Organization Name
TAP- Transition Assistance Program
Program Description

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.

Phone
910-396-2248
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Counties Served
Cumberland
Organization Name
Community Outreach Assistance Services
Program Description

To help others by reaching out to train, educate and bring hope, healing and wholeness. To equip people to help themselves obtain a better job and improve their quality of life.

Address
929 E. McArthur Road Fayetteville, NC 28306
Phone
910-797-4918
Hours of Operation
Monday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM; Wednesday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Counties Served
Cumberland
Organization Name
Cumberland County Association for Indian People
Program Description

Administrative and cultural arts agency which seeks to enhance self determination and self sufficiency of Native Americans in Cumberland County as it relates to their political, socio-economic and well-being.

Offers employment counseling, classroom training, adult basic education classes and assistance in locating sources for paying utility bills in the winter.

Operates a senior citizens center and a housing locator service. Offers rent assistance if eviction is threatened.

Phone
910-483-8442
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Counties Served
Cumberland
Organization Name
Cumberland County Workforce Center
Program Description

One-stop employment and training center for employers and job seekers.

Basic services for employers: employer recruitment assistance, clearinghouse for training information, information on Worker Opportunity Tax Credits & other hiring incentives, labor market information, unemployment insurance information, rapid response to layoffs and plant closures.

Basic services for job seekers and or training: Common intake, case management, program eligibility information, resume preparation, information & referral for support services, information on job openings & hiring requirements of local businesses and on local availability of training & development opportunities.

Veteran Services - Assists Veterans with job searches and training

Summer Youth Program - Work experience for youth that have graduated, up until the age of 21.

Phone
910-486-1010
Organization Name
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Program Description

Helps unemployed and underemployed people find jobs or training. Offers classes and seminars for self-improvement and job seeking skills, such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, career planning and communication skills. Books and materials are furnished. Call for class times. Classes include online job search and application skills.

Address
2201 Hull Road Fayetteville, NC 28303
Phone
910-678-8297
Hours of Operation
Monday 8:00 AM-9:00 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM-9:00 PM; Wednesday 8:00 AM-9:00 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM-9:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM-9:00 PM
Counties Served
Cumberland; Harnett; Hoke
Organization Name
Telamon Corporation
Program Description

The NFJP provides access to education services and job training, support, and additional services suited to the customer’s career goal. Services provided include: job skill assessment, career counseling, ESL classes, job training, etc.

Phone
252-332-1910
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served
Cumberland County