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. 

Emergency & General Support

• ​211.org - Free, confidential 24/7 service connecting individuals with local resources.

Healthcare & Medical Assistance

• Blue Ridge Community Health - Dental Care for adults and uninsured.
• Medicare & Medicare Part D - Information on Medicare and prescription drug coverage.
• NC Division of Medical Assistance - Medicaid Programs - Overview of Medicaid programs in North Carolina.
• NC DHHS Maternity & Child Services - Medicaid coverage for mothers and children.
• NC DHHS Online Publications - Manuals and guides from NC Health and Human Services
• Mesothelioma Guide - Support and resources for those affected by asbestos illnesses.
• Cerebral Palsy Guide - Information and resources for individuals and families affected by cerebral palsy.

Disability Benefits & Social Security

• Benefits for People with Disabilities - How to apply and what to expect.
• Social Security Benefit Publications - Online publications explaining benefits and eligibility.

Employment & Job Support 

• Job Hero - Resume tips and career advice.
• 1st Staffing - Local temp agency with varied job placements.
• Tryon Daily Bulletin - Classified listings including employment opportunities.
• NC Employment Security Commission - Job listings and employment info by region.

Veterans & Military Resources 

• GI Bill Website - Education benefits for veterans and dependents.
• Veterans Administration - Official site for VA healthcare, benefits and more.
• Financial Aid for Military & Veterans - Overview of education-related financial aid options.
• College Guide for Servicemembers - Tips for enrolling in college as a veteran.
• Military-Friendly Colleges - Schools that support military and veteran students.
• GI Bill Benefits - How to use your GI Bill for education.
• Military Academies Guide - Info on applying to U.S. military academies.
• Military Education Basics - Understanding military education options.
• From College to Military - What to expect when joining the military after graduation.
• College for Disabled Veterans - Online schools and support for disabled veterans.

 Educations & Youth 

• Polk County Schools - Local public school system.
• Polk County Library - Library catalog, programs and multimedia resources.

Community & Family Resources

• Polk County Extension - NC State University - Guidance on health, nutrition, home and family .
• Steps to Hope - Domestic violence assistance and shelter services.
• County Profile - NC Rural Economic Development Center - Demographic and economic data for Polk County.