Helpful Resources
Check out these important sites to see if you qualify for assistance -
- Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP): provides funds to assist low income households with water and wastewater bills
- Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Eviction Programs (HOPE): provides rent and utility assistance to low-income renters that are experiencing financial hardship due to the economic impacts of COVID-19
Outreach is happy to provide a list of resources that may prove helpful to our clients.
Please be aware that Outreach is not responsible for the content of other agency websites.
211.org
Help when you need it most. Free, confidential service that helps people find the local resources they need. Available 24-hours a day, seven days per week
Legal and Law enforcement Offices in Polk County
Find out where to get help if you have legal trouble
Benefits for People with Disabilities
Social Security gives information on how to apply for disability, starter kits for adults and children, forms, SSI and SSA information
Social Security Benefit Publications
A list of on-line Social Security benefits publications.
The North Carolina State Bar
This website is designed to provide members of the public with information about the State Bar and lawyer regulation in North Carolina
Health Choice for Children - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance web page explains North Carolina’s Health choice for children under Medicaid program
North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
Medicaid's maternity and child services program
Medicaid Programs - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
List of Medicaid programs from Medicaid Programs - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
Medicare & Medicare Part D
Information regarding Medicare and Medicare Part D prescription coverage
Mesothelioma Guide
Advocacy organization dedicated to helping inform the public about mesothelioma and assisting patients diagnosed with asbestos illnesses.
NC DHHS Online Publications - Manuals
Links to on-line publications from the divisions of North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
County Profile for Polk County: North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center, Inc.
Polk County statistical profile from Rural Data Bank, North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center
Polk County MapStats from US Census Bureau
Frequently requested statistics for Polk County from U.S. Census Bureau
Polk County Library, Polk County NC
The Polk County Public Library, located in Columbus, North Carolina, is a full-service public library. The library's catalog is available online. The library circulates regular and large-print books, magazines, newspapers, music CDs and audiocassettes, audio books, books on CD, E-books, CD-ROMs, videos (VHS and DVD), described videos, closed-captioned videos, multimedia materials, and assuasive devices. The Library also offers reference services, adult and children's programs, interlibrary loans, and exhibits and collector's displays.
Polk County Extension - North Carolina State University
Offers a variety of very helpful information on home and family, health and nutrition, as well as other valuable topics.
Polk County Schools
http://www.polkschools.org/
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Occupational Outlook Handbook provides career information. It is designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives.
Job Search Tips
U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook provides tips in finding a job and evaluating a job offer.
Job Hero
Help with creating your resume and other job related resources.
1st Staffing
Local temporary employment agency that recruits for a wide range of positions from high level executive positions to day labor jobs.
Tryon Daily Bulletin
Search classifieds for employment opportunities
GI Bill Website
Information for returning service members & veterans including education assistance, survivor and dependents assistance.
Veterans Administration
About a quarter of the nation's population -- approximately 70 million people -- are potentially eligible for VA benefits and services because they are veterans, family members or survivors of veterans.
College and University Resources for Military Personnel and Veterans
Financial Aid Guide for Military Personnel and Veterans: https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/military/
College Guide for Servicemembers and Veterans: https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/college-guide-servicemembers-and-veterans/
Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges: https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/top-military-friendly-colleges/
GI Bill Benefits: https://thebestschools.org/resources/gi-bill-guide/
Military Academies Guide: https://thebestschools.org/resources/military-academies/
Military Education Fundamentals: https://thebestschools.org/resources/military-education/
Transitioning from College to Military: https://thebestschools.org/resources/college-to-military/
College for Disabled Veterans: https://thebestschools.org/resources/disabled-veterans-online-college/
NC Employment Security Commission
Provides information on available employment by city, county or zip code.
Steps to Hope
Domestic Violence Assistance
Blue Ridge Community Health
Dental Care for adults and uninsured
Polk Health Center
Medical care that is accessible and affordable for all
Please be aware that Outreach is not responsible for the content of other agency websites.
211.org
Help when you need it most. Free, confidential service that helps people find the local resources they need. Available 24-hours a day, seven days per week
Legal and Law enforcement Offices in Polk County
Find out where to get help if you have legal trouble
Benefits for People with Disabilities
Social Security gives information on how to apply for disability, starter kits for adults and children, forms, SSI and SSA information
Social Security Benefit Publications
A list of on-line Social Security benefits publications.
The North Carolina State Bar
This website is designed to provide members of the public with information about the State Bar and lawyer regulation in North Carolina
Health Choice for Children - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance web page explains North Carolina’s Health choice for children under Medicaid program
North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
Medicaid's maternity and child services program
Medicaid Programs - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
List of Medicaid programs from Medicaid Programs - North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance
Medicare & Medicare Part D
Information regarding Medicare and Medicare Part D prescription coverage
Mesothelioma Guide
Advocacy organization dedicated to helping inform the public about mesothelioma and assisting patients diagnosed with asbestos illnesses.
NC DHHS Online Publications - Manuals
Links to on-line publications from the divisions of North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
County Profile for Polk County: North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center, Inc.
Polk County statistical profile from Rural Data Bank, North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center
Polk County MapStats from US Census Bureau
Frequently requested statistics for Polk County from U.S. Census Bureau
Polk County Library, Polk County NC
The Polk County Public Library, located in Columbus, North Carolina, is a full-service public library. The library's catalog is available online. The library circulates regular and large-print books, magazines, newspapers, music CDs and audiocassettes, audio books, books on CD, E-books, CD-ROMs, videos (VHS and DVD), described videos, closed-captioned videos, multimedia materials, and assuasive devices. The Library also offers reference services, adult and children's programs, interlibrary loans, and exhibits and collector's displays.
Polk County Extension - North Carolina State University
Offers a variety of very helpful information on home and family, health and nutrition, as well as other valuable topics.
Polk County Schools
http://www.polkschools.org/
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Occupational Outlook Handbook provides career information. It is designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives.
Job Search Tips
U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook provides tips in finding a job and evaluating a job offer.
Job Hero
Help with creating your resume and other job related resources.
1st Staffing
Local temporary employment agency that recruits for a wide range of positions from high level executive positions to day labor jobs.
Tryon Daily Bulletin
Search classifieds for employment opportunities
GI Bill Website
Information for returning service members & veterans including education assistance, survivor and dependents assistance.
Veterans Administration
About a quarter of the nation's population -- approximately 70 million people -- are potentially eligible for VA benefits and services because they are veterans, family members or survivors of veterans.
College and University Resources for Military Personnel and Veterans
Financial Aid Guide for Military Personnel and Veterans: https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/military/
College Guide for Servicemembers and Veterans: https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/college-guide-servicemembers-and-veterans/
Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges: https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/top-military-friendly-colleges/
GI Bill Benefits: https://thebestschools.org/resources/gi-bill-guide/
Military Academies Guide: https://thebestschools.org/resources/military-academies/
Military Education Fundamentals: https://thebestschools.org/resources/military-education/
Transitioning from College to Military: https://thebestschools.org/resources/college-to-military/
College for Disabled Veterans: https://thebestschools.org/resources/disabled-veterans-online-college/
NC Employment Security Commission
Provides information on available employment by city, county or zip code.
Steps to Hope
Domestic Violence Assistance
Blue Ridge Community Health
Dental Care for adults and uninsured
Polk Health Center
Medical care that is accessible and affordable for all