Heart of the Blue Ridge Parkway
Community Resources
ALFA ADVANCING LIFE. FIGHTING AIDS
HIV & Hepatitis C testing and counseling. Telephone: 828-322-1447
ADULT HIGH SCHOOL AND BASIC SKILLS PROGRAM at WILKES
Community College. Adult high school diploma, GED, beginning literacy and ESL. Telephone: 336-372-5061
ALLEGHANY COUNCIL ON AGING
Certified classes in chronic disease self-management, matter of balance, exercise and aerobics for arthritis, and walk with ease. Telephone: 336-372-4640
ALLEGHANY COUNTY LIBRARY
Basic computer classes upon demand.
Website: http://nwrl.org/NWRL
Telephone: 336-372-5573
ALLEGHANY PREGNANCY CARE CENTER
Classes in prenatal, parenting and living skills (i.e. positive credit, apt. renting, wise buying habits, used car buying, house cleaning, money management). Telephone: 336-372-7844
ALLEGHANY WELLNESS CENTER
Classes in spin, core strength, boot camp, yoga, Zumba, Latin cardio, kettle bells, karate, senior’s muscle strength and cardio circuit. Telephone: 336-372-2944
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Health and safety training and education.Website: www.redcross.org/takeaclassTelephone: 1-800-733-2767
BLUE RIDGE OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION (BROC)
Family self-sufficiency classes in writing resumes, stress and money management, budgeting, gardening, seeking employment; must be 18 or older with transportation. Telephone: 336-372-7284
ESL AT WCC ALLEGHANY CENTER
English as a Second Language offered through Wilkes Community College Alleghany Center. Telephone: 336-372-5061NC
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Classes and videos on Master Gardening, family consumer services, food preservation, healthy eating, chronic disease reduction, financial management, and farming issues. Telephone: 336-372-5597
PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN
Darkness to Light child sexual abuse prevention program, DANA program, Nurturing Parenting and Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) classes.Telephone: 336-372-2846
POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM (TRIPLE P) – ONLINE OR LOCAL PROVIDERS
Free online course for all parents in North Carolina! “Triple P gives you proven parenting strategies that will help you set up for child or teenager for life-so they’ll be happy, confident and successful.” You can choose the course that is right for your child’s age, anywhere from 0-17 years old! Website: www.HighCountryPositiveParenting.com, click on Triple P Online in top right corner. To find a Triple P provider in Alleghany county, click on ‘Find Local Triple P Providers’ in the top right corner, click ‘Map of Organization’ and filter by county.
WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Traditional curriculum, continuing education, industrial training and job-skill development courses.Website: www.wilkescc.edu/Telephone: 336-372-5061
ALLEGHANY COUNTY GROUP HOMES
Residential placement, care and person centered training for adults with developmental disabilities, 18 years and over.
Website: www.acgh.org/
Telephone: 336-372-5671
ALLEGHANY DEVELOPMENTAL VOCATIONAL PROGRAM
Vocational training, community inclusion, literacy and basic math education, hot lunch, recreational opportunities, and transportation for adults with developmental disabilities.
Telephone: 336-372-5671
ALLEGHANY IN MOTION
Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program for medcal and dental purposes, requirements and age limits, at least 24 hr. notice required for scheduling.
Telephone: 336-372-8747
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-WESTERN CAROLINA CHAPTER
Provide and enhance care and support for all affected by Alzheimer’s/Dementia and reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health
24 Hr. Help Line: 800-272-3900
Website: www.alz.org/northcarolina
Telephone: 828-514-3124
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Comprehensive and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services, psycho-social rehabilitation day treatment for adults who qualify.
Telephone: 336-372-4095
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Investigate and/or provide services to abused, neglected and exploited disabled adults; assistance in locating needed health services; placement services; guardianship for incompetent adults; 18 years and older.
Telephone: 336-372-1445
GENESIS HEALTH CARE, ALLEGHANY CENTER
Long term skilled nursing facility; short term rehabilitation facility offering full time physical, occupational and speech therapy, inpatient and outpatient.
Telephone: 336-372-2441
HIGH COUNTRY FIRST IN FAMILIES
Support to adults with developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injury; i.e. school / medical supplies, toys, childcare, respite care, computers.
Website: http://fifnc.org/
Telephone: 336-667-3333×250
Child Abuse Protection/Prevention Agencies
CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES-DSS
Investigate and act upon reports of abuse, neglect and dependency; assist with needed services.
Telephone: 336-372-1445
GUARDIAN AD LITEM PROGRAM
Volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children in the court system.
Website: http://www.nccourts.org/
Telephone: 336-651-4421
PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN
Darkness to Light child sexual abuse prevention program, DANA program, and parenting classes.
Telephone: 336-372-2846
Children’s Activities
ALLEGHANY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Story time for preschool and toddlers, summer reading programs through age 18, movie events.
Telephone: 336-372-5573
ALLEGHANY COUNTY RECREATION
Youth (up to 12 yrs.) baseball, softball, basketball, soccer and tennis.
Telephone: 336-372-2942
ALLEGHANY WELLNESS CENTER
Lessons in karate and swimming.
Telephone: 336-372-2944
BOY SCOUTS
Troops for ages 11 (6th grade) – 18; outdoor adventures, hiking and camping; merit badges; travel opportunities, local and out west.
Telephone: 336-200-1982
CUB SCOUTS
Dens for boys 1st – 5th grade; classes to earn badges, pins and belt loops; many camping opportunities including parent-son camporee.
Telephone: 336-200-2215
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S ASSISTANCE CENTER
Information, workshops and training to improve lives and education of all children, special emphasis on those with disabilities.
Website: https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
Telephone: 800-962-6817
GIRL SCOUTS
Troops for kindergarten – 9th grade, badge earning, silver and gold awards, leadership experience, camping and travel opportunities (Daisy thru Cadets).
Telephone: Text 336-572-1220
NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
4-H Clubs, summer fun programs and camps, school enrichment programs, 5-18 yrs.
Telephone: 336-372-5597
Child Care
BLUE RIDGE DEVELOPMENTAL DAY
All inclusive child care, educational and therapies; birth- 5 yrs.
Telephone: 336-372-4300
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Application to determine income eligibility for childcare assistance.
Telephone: 336-372-1445
DIVISION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Information on choosing child care, operating a facility, financial assistance and early intervention.
Website: http://www.ncchildcare.nc.gov/
Telephone: 800-859-0829
FREE WORSHIP CHRISTIAN DAY CARE CENTER
Preschool preparation and after school care, birth- 12 yrs.
Telephone: 336-372-8423
ALLEGHANY COUNTY DISPATCH
Dispatch for immediate assistance.
Telephone: 336-372-5676
CRIME VICTIMS SERVICES
Reimburse medical expenses and lost wages to innocent victims of rape, assault, drunk driving, sexual abuse, domestic violence and to families of homicide victims.
Website: https://www.ncdps.gov/
Telephone: 800-826-620
D.A.N.A.
Counseling, emergency shelter, court advocacy, support groups and certain transportation needs.
Telephone: 336-372-3262
NC SAVAN
Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification, 24 hour automated information on offender status.
Website: https://www.ncdps.gov/
Telephone: 877-627-2826
VICTIM SERVICES FOR PRISONS, PROBATION AND PAROLE
Assist victims to understand adult correction system and their victim’s rights in the correction process; written notification of offender’s status in the system.
Website: https://www.ncdps.gov/
Telephone: 866-719-0108
ADDICTION HELPLINE
Telephone: 1-888-351-6764
D.A.N.A.
Domestic violence and sexual assault crisis.
Telephone: 336-372-3262
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Mental health and substance abuse crisis intervention; 24 hr., 365 days, toll free.
Telephone: 877-492-2785
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
Telephone: 1-800-273-8255
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Investigate and/or provide services to abused, neglected and exploited disabled adults; assistance in locating needed health services; placement services; guardianship for incompetent adults; 18 years and older.
Telephone: 336-372-1445
ALLEGHANY COUNTY DISPATCH
Dispatch for immediate assistance.
Telephone: 336-372-5676
ALLEGHANY COUNTY RESCUE SQUAD
Immediate medical assistance.
Telephone: 911
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Disaster relief and lifesaving blood.
Website: www. redcross.org/NC/Boone
Telephone: 828-264-8226
AMERICAN RED CROSS-SUPPORTING MILITARY FAMILIES
Emergency medical messages to military personnel regarding their immediate family only- parents, children, spouse, siblings, grandparents.
Telephone: 877-272-7337
BLUE RIDGE OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION (BROC)
Home weatherization, electric and fuel assistance once a year.
Telephone: 336-372-7284
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Mental health and substance abuse crisis intervention.
Telephone: 336-372-4095
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
Emergency shelter, court advocacy, support groups and certain transportation needs.
Telephone: 336-372-3262
SOLID ROCK EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND
Crisis funds (office at Alleghany CARES).
Telephone: 336-372-5959
Employment
ALLEGHANY WORKFORCE CENTER
Youth Workforce program (under 22 yrs.), Adult and Dislocated Worker Program, NC Works Web site and resume assistance, job placement, employment services.Website: www.ncworks.gov
Telephone: 336-372-5476 & 336-372-9675
DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, DEPT. OF COMMERCE
File for unemployment and any unemployment issues or questions.
Telephone: 888-737-0259
Financial Assistance
CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT (SOCIAL SERVICES OFFICE)
Attempt to locate absent parent and begin process to establish child support.
Telephone: 336-372-2411
DIVISION OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, DEPT.OF COMMERCE
File for unemployment and any unemployment issues or questions.
Telephone: 888-737-0259
NC FORECLOSURE PREVENTION FUND
Employment oriented program, makes mortgage payments through interest-free loan to those who have experienced qualified hardship event.
Telephone: 1-888-623-8631
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
Obtain new Medicare card, social security statements, and disability benefits planning query; make appointment to apply for retirement, disability, Medicare and Social Security.
Website: https://www.ssa.gov/
Telephone: 1-800-772-1213
Hearing impaired: 800-325-0778
WORK FIRST (OFFICE OF SOCIAL SERVICES)
Temporary assistance for needy families with child 18 yrs. and under as they pursue employment.
Telephone: 336-372-2411
BLUE RIDGE OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION (BROC)
Seed program for those of low income. Home weatherization, electric and fuel assistance once a year.
Telephone: 336-372-7284
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Application for food and nutrition program (food stamps). Crisis and low income energy programs, dependent on funding availability.
Telephone: 336-372-2411
SOLID ROCK FOOD CLOSET
Food assistance for those of low income and other mitigating circumstances. Electric and fuel assistance once a year. Telephone: 336-372-6560
WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN (WIC)
Food and nutritional assistance for pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age 5, Equal Opportunity Provider.
Telephone: 336-372-5644
ADULT DENTAL PROGRAM –ALLEGHANY CARES
Cleanings, fillings, extractions with local dentist.
Telephone: 336-372-5959
ALLEGHANY C.A.R.E.S. MEDICATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Assistance in obtaining medications for uninsured low income Alleghany County residents.
Telephone: 336-372-5559
ALLEGHANY EYE CLINIC
Telephone: 336-372-2253
ALLEGHANY FAMILY PRACTICE
Telephone: 336-372-5606
ALLEGHANY HEALTH SERVICES
Telephone: 336-372-3110
ALLEGHANY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Medical care, WIC, nutritionist, CAP/DA, Appalachian District Environmental Health.
Telephone: 336-372-5641
ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
24 hr. emergency care, hospital care, surgical services, rehabilitative services, sleep studies, pain management, smoking cessation, respiratory services, lifeline system.
Telephone: 336-372-5511
ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL SPECIALTY CLINIC
Telephone: 336-372-3254
ALLEGHANY PREGNANCY CARE CENTER
Free pregnancy tests, counseling and referrals for unplanned pregnancy.
Telephone: 336-372-7844
ALLEGHANY WELLNESS CENTER
Swimming pool, track, exercise equipment, kitchen, massage therapist, personal trainers, room rentals and exercise classes.
Telephone: 336-372-2944
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-WESTERN CAROLINA CHAPTER
Provide and enhance care and support for all affected by Alzheimer’s/Dementia and reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Website: https://www.alz.org/northcarolina/
Telephone: 828-514-3124
APPHEALTHCARE – APPALACHIAN DISTRICT HEALTH DEPARTMENT (ALLEGHANY)
Primary care for adults and children, screenings, immunizations, maternal health, case management, outreach, dental services, well child services, family planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP), 340B Pharmacy Program, WIC, nutrition counseling, Diabetes education, medical nutrition therapy, CAP/DA, environmental health, tobacco cessation, positive parenting program, innovative approaches, behavioral health, preparedness and communicable disease.
Telephone: 336-372-5641
BLUE RIDGE MEDICAL GROUP
Telephone: 336-372-5911
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Comprehensive and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services for recovery, independence and highest quality of life.
Telephone: 336-372-4095
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Applications for Medicaid.
Telephone: 336-372-2411
FARM WORKER HEALTH PROGRAM
Assists with health care needs of migrant and seasonal farm workers (crops) in Ashe and Alleghany Counties.
Telephone: 336-372-1704
FUELING HOPE—ALLEGHANY CARES
Gasoline vouchers for those in active cancer treatment.
Telephone: 336-372-5959
GENESIS HEALTH CARE, ALLEGHANY CENTER
Long term skilled nursing facility; short term rehabilitation facility offering full time physical, occupational and speech therapy, inpatient and outpatient.
Telephone: 336-372-2441
LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY- NC CHAPTER
Free in-person and online educational and support programs for patients, families, caregivers and healthcare professionals, financial assistance programs.
Website: http://www.lls.org/northcarolina
Telephone: 1-800-888-9934 or 1-919-367-4100
MEDI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE
Local hospice team providing compassionate care focused on quality of life, palliative (comfort) care, with hospice- you are not alone.
Telephone: 336-372-8018
NEW RIVER SHRINER’S CLUB
Medical care for burned and crippled children and those with cleft palate, birth defects, and scoliosis; birth – 18 yrs.
Telephone: 336-372-7488
NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
Radon and well water information, classes on healthy eating and chronic disease reduction.
Telephone: 336-372-5597
OLIVER EYE CARE
Telephone: 336-372-4493
Shelters
THE ARC MINISTRIES
Single women, married couples with proof of marriage, single men only if have custody of children.
Telephone: 336-527-1637
GENESIS HOME
Traditional housing, at least one adult and one child.
Volunteer: 919-683-5878
Housing: 919-560-8000
HOSPITALITY HOUSE
Telephone: 828-264-1237
HOPE HOUSE OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD
Telephone: 276-236-7573
CATHERINE BARBER MEMORIAL HOMELESS SHELTER
Telephone: 336-838-7120
OASIS
Telephone: 828-264-1532
Housing (Income Based)
CRESTVIEW
Telephone: 336-372-4751
HIGHLAND VILLAGE TOWNHOUSES2,3, and 4 bedroom units, playground and amenities, must be eligible for bedroom size.
Telephone: 336-372-5256
MAPLEWOOD APARTMENTS
Age 62 and older or handicapped or disabled.
Telephone: 336-372-5414
NORTHWESTERN REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY (HUD)
Apply for housing choice voucher.
Telephone: 336-372-5256
RIDGEVIEW APARTMENTS
Efficiencies; 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments.
Telephone: 336-372-4752
BAYADA HOME HEALTH CARE
Skilled nursing care and domestic services provided by RNs, LPNs and CNAs; Medicaid certified, private pay and insurance accepted; pediatrics up to 21 yrs.; adults over 21 yrs.
Pediatrics: 336-835-8500
Adults: 336-526-1952
COUNCIL ON AGING
Meals on Wheels 5 days a week for homebound seniors 60 yrs. and older; Level 1 aid- basic housekeeping; Level 2 aid- CNA assisted personal care; need based.
Telephone: 336-372-4640
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
In-home case manager for adults 18 – 60 years.
Telephone: 336-372-1445
HAVEN HOME CARE
Home Health CAN’s and PCA’s personnel helping with personal assistance of daily needs.
Telephone: 336-372-4044
LIVING WATERS HOME CARE
CNA in-home personal assistance with daily tasks: i.e. cleaning, bathing, and toiletry; quarterly nurse supervisor visits, private pay or Medicaid.
Telephone: 336-372-5978
MEDI HOME HEALTH
Skilled nursing care i.e. catheter, blood draws, and meds; occupational and physical therapy; and CNA hygiene services in the comfort of your home.
Telephone: 336-372-2102
SERVICES UNLIMITED HOME CARE
CNA provided personal hygiene services, housekeeping and cooking if time; Medicaid, VA funded and private pay; CAP-DA transportation available one day a week.
Telephone: 336-372-5150
ALLEGHANY COUNTY CLERK OF COURT
File all legal suits and collection of fees, issue passports, court records and minutes, will probates and estate manners.
Telephone: 336-372-8949
ALLEGHANY COUNTY MAGISTRATE’S OFFICE
Issue warrants, summons, subpoenas; conduct bond hearings; evictions; involuntary commitments; driver’s license revocation hearings; Small Claims Court.
Telephone: 336-372-4911
DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
Telephone: 336-372-9109
JUVENILE COURT COUNSELOR
Assistance for troubled youth and their families, ages 6-15.
Telephone: 336-372-8960
LEGAL AID OF NC
Advice on fair housing; child support, visitation and custody; divorces; family law; domestic violence; subsidized housing options; Medicare and Medicaid.
Telephone: 866-472-4243
ALLEGHANY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Books, periodicals, E-books, computers, internet access, movies, cultural programs, children’s programs, free income tax service by appointment.
Website: http://nwrl.org/NWRL
Telephone: 336-372-5573
BOOKS ‘N FRIENDS
Used book store, benefits public library, accepts donations.
Telephone: 336-372-5155
EASTER SEAL SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA
Financial assistance for purchase of durable medical equipment.
Telephone: 800-662-7119
MEDI HOME CARE
Durable Medical Equipment (DME): portable oxygen, nebulizers, CPAP, wheelchairs, hospital beds and other home medical supplies.
Telephone: 336-372-4028
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-WESTERN CAROLINA CHAPTER
Provide and enhance care and support for all affected by Alzheimer’s/ Dementia and reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Telephone: 828-514-3124
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Comprehensive and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services for recovery, independence and highest quality of life.
Telephone: 336-372-4095
APPHEALTHCARE – BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Patient centered medical home providing medical care and behavioral health consultation for a wide range of health needs.
Telephone: 336-372-5641
ITHERAPY
Cognitive Behavior Therapy in office or via telephone or video, accepts most major insurance plans including Medicaid.
Website: http://www.itherapy.com/
Telephone: 828-964-8790
Preschools
ALLEGHANY COUNTY SCHOOLS
Register for need and income based area preschools, schedule appointment for screening.
Telephone: 336-372-4345
BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Pre-kindergarten programs for 3 and 4 year olds meeting at various locations.
Telephone: 336-372-6900
GAP CIVIL HEAD START
Kindergarten preparation for 3- 5 yr. olds stressing parental involvement; free to qualified families; health, dental and nutrition services for enrolled children.
Telephone: 336-372-8918
Schools
ALLEGHANY HIGH SCHOOL
Telephone: 336-372-4554
BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Telephone: 336-372-6900
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Telephone: 336-372-4345
GLADE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Telephone: 336-657-3388
PINEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Telephone: 336-359-2988
SPARTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Telephone: 336-372-8546
ALLEGHANY IN MOTION
Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program for medical and dental purposes, requirements and age limits, at least 24hr. notice required for scheduling.
Telephone: 336-372-8747
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-WESTERN CAROLINA CHAPTER
Provide and enhance care and support for all affected by Alzheimer’s/ Dementia and reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Telephone: 828-514-3124
APPALACHIAN SENIOR COMPANIONS/ FOSTER GRANDPARENTS
55 yr. and older, volunteer 20 hrs. per week with ill seniors or in the school with special needs children.
Telephone: 336-846-4898
COUNCIL ON AGING
Fitness room, activities, outreach, information and referral, senior companions, congregate lunch 4 days a week, transportation to and from Senior Center available.
Telephone: 336-372-4640
D.A.N.A. ELDER ABUSE
Information, counseling and referrals.
Telephone: 336-372-3262
GENESIS HEALTH CARE, ALLEGHANY CENTER
Long term skilled nursing facility; short term rehabilitation facility offering full time physical, occupational and speech therapy, inpatient and outpatient.
Telephone: 336-372-2441
SENIOR EXERCISE TO NUTRITION
Exercise at Alleghany Wellness Center special classes and be rewarded with coupons to be spent at local farmers market.
Telephone: 336-372-5959
SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION PROGRAM (SHIIP)
Publications, information and guidance regarding Medicare, Medicare Part D, Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage plans; Division of NC Dept. of Insurance.
Telephone: 336-372-4640
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
Obtain new Medicare card, social security statements, and disability benefits planning query; make appointment to apply for retirement, disability, Medicare and Social Security.
Telephone: 800-772-1213
Wilkesboro: 866-331-2298
VETERAN’S OFFICE
Veteran’s compensation, pension, VA Healthcare, military paperwork.
Telephone: 336-372-4850
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS SPARTA GROUP
Narcotics Anonymous meets every Monday at Sparta United Methodist Church, room 2 (use side door) from 6 PM to 7PM.
Telephone: 336-372-4441
DAYMARK RECOVERY SERVICES
Comprehensive and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services for recovery, independence and highest quality of life.
Telephone: 336-372-4095
APPHEALTHCARE – BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Patient centered medical home providing medical care and behavioral health consultation for a wide range of health needs.
Telephone: 336-372-5641
LIFE CENTER OF GALAX
Quality treatment for all forms of chemical dependency including alcoholism, opiate addiction and dual diagnosis.
Telephone: 800-345-6998
ALLEGHANY HOMESCHOOL HUB
Home education information, monthly Mom’s Night Out support meetings, find on Facebook.
Telephone: 336-372-4263
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION-WESTERN CAROLINA CHAPTER
Provide and enhance care and support for all affected by Alzheimer’s/ Dementia and reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Telephone: 828-514-3124
CIRCLE OF PARENTS AT ALLEGHANY CO. LIBRARY
Interactive parent/child group open to parents with children birth to five years old, every Wednesday 10AM- noon at Alleghany Partnership for Children, 994 N. Main St.
Telephone: 336-372-5573
JOHN L. ABSHER SUPPORT GROUP/BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Meets second Friday of each month, 1 PM at Alleghany Public Library.
Telephone: 336-372-5573
HISPANIC WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP
Open group, various topics, meets fourth Tuesday of each month, 6 PM to 7:30 PM at Partnership for Children, 985 Golf Course Rd., Sparta.
Telephone: 336-372-2846
LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY- NC CHAPTER
Free in-person and online educational and support programs for patients, families, caregivers and healthcare professionals, financial assistance programs.
Website: http://www.lls.org/
Telephone: 1-800-888-9934
MEDI HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE
Bereavement counseling.
Telephone: 336-372-8018
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP
Meets second Tuesday of each month from 12:30 PM to 2 PM at Alleghany Wellness Center for those with MS, family members and caregivers.
Telephone: 336-372-2944
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Meets every Monday at Sparta United Methodist Church, from 6 PM to 7PM.
Telephone: 336-372-4441
PARENT TO PARENT FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORKSupport families of children with a disability, emotional / behavioral challenge, or chronic health condition; families with premature infants or grieving the death of a child.
Telephone: 866-812-3122
RAINBOW OF HOPE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Support for cancer patients and caregivers meeting 3rd Monday of month, 11:30 AM at Alleghany Wellness Center.
Telephone: 336-657-8495
WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP
Open group, various topics, meets second Tuesday of each month, 6 PM to 7:30 PM at Partnership for Children, 985 Golf Course Rd., Sparta.
Telephone: 336-372-3262
DIABETES TODAY
Meets monthly on the first tuesday from 12-1 at Alleghany Wellness Center. For those living diabetes, caring for a person with diabetes, or just trying to live a healthier lifestyle. Diabetes Today is a joint effort between AppHealthCare, NC Cooperative Extension – Alleghany Center, Alleghany Wellness Center and Alleghany Cares. Telephone: 336-372-5597
ALLEGHANY IN MOTION
Employment; Health and Human Service; and Rural General Public transportation; at least 24 hr. notice required for schedu.
Telephone: 336-372-8747
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Transportation for eligible Medicaid beneficiaries- medical purposes only.
Telephone: 336-372-2411
HOSPICE OF ALLEGHANY
Volunteers provide comfort and support for patients by reading, listening, taking walks, writing letters, bringing in music, supervising visits with pets, they also allow family caregivers the opportunity to take care of necessary errands and get some time away from the house. Family members also appreciate a visit from a compassionate friend who understands what they are going trough.
Telephone: 336-372-8018
COUNCIL ON AGING
Volunteers deliver meals to homes in the county.
Telephone: 336-372-4640
ALLEGHANY COUNTY LIBRARY
Volunteers man the bookstore; participate in the summer reading program, VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistant (seasonal) and various other duties.
Telephone: 336-372-5573
4-H PROGRAM
Locally, volunteers can serve as club leaders, be trained in curricula to teach in schools and at workshops, help with summer fun programming, serve as judges at local livestock, cooking and presentation competitions, attend camp and overnight trips and more.
Telephone: 336-372-5597
ALLEGHANY COUNTY SCHOOLS 3 SCHOOLS
Adult volunteers that help with sports, some assist teacher in classes such as masonry.
Telephone: 336-372-4554
PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN (FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER, DANA PROGRAM)
Volunteers help with administrative and family activities.
Telephone: 336-372-2846
GUARDIAN AD LITEM PROGRAM
Advocates in court for children.
Website: http://www.nccourts.org/Citizens/GAL/Default.asp
Telephone: 336-651-4421
ALLEGHANY CARES
Prepare donated items for thrift store, items include household, clothing, jewelry, electronics, linens, books, toys and seasonal items.
Telephone: 336-372-5959
ALLEGHANY PREGNANCY CARE CENTER
Receptionist, fundraising, church liaison for speakers bureau, update files, sort clothing, training available for counseling role.
Telephone: 336-372-7844
ALLEGHANY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Volunteers provide local information to tourist or help make our Main Street festive!
Telephone: 336-372-5473