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Community Resource Guide for Cleveland County

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Programs that provide temporary financial assistance

Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association
1175 Wyke Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 482-3472
Applicants are seen on an appointment only basis.
Agency assists with clothing, food, medicine, utilities, rent or mortgage.
https://gccba.org/

Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry
208 North Cleveland Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 739-7256
Agency hours: Open: Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Closed: Tues.
Agency assists with clothing, food, medicine, utilities, rent for residents of Kings Mountain.
https://www.kmcrisisministry.org/

Kings Mountain/Grover area of Cleveland County.

The Salvation Army
305 North Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 482-0375
Agency hours: Monday thru Friday 10 a.m. until 12 noon; 1p.m. until 2p.m.
First come, first served basis
Agency assists with clothing, food, rent, utilities, medicine.
https://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/shelby/home/

U-CAN (Upper Cleveland Area Needs) The Bliss Center
230 Main Street, Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 538-8417
Agency hours: Monday thru Friday 9 a.m. until 12 noon
Agency assists with clothing, food, utilities, household goods for residents of upper Cleveland County.
https://www.facebook.com/upperclevelandareaneeds

American Red Cross
Cleveland County Chapter; 1333 Fallston Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-8594
Provides food, shelter, household assistance and medical assistance to victims of flood, fire, tornado, and other natural or man-made disasters. Also helps prepare the population for emergencies by teaching disaster preparedness classes. Assists members of the armed services and their families in maintaining communications and contact during emergencies.
https://www.redcross.org/local/north-carolina/western-north-carolina/blue-ridge-piedmont

Cleveland County Fund for Children & Adults with Disabilities, Inc.
PO Box 1324; Shelby, NC 28151
(704) 482-7344
Provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families living with a disability. A service of the Junior Charity League of Shelby in cooperation with United Way’s Information and Referral Center.

Emergency Housing

Abuse Prevention Council
407 West Warren St.; Shelby, NC 28150
Office: (704) 487-9325
Crisis Hotline: (704) 481-0043
Lighthouse Shelter for Women and Children who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and homelessness. Provides temporary shelter for 90 days.
https://apcouncil.wordpress.com/

Cleveland County Rescue Mission
1100 Buffalo St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 481-1889
Provides shelters/housing, education, and other services for the homeless. Shelters and services, for men, women, and families.
https://myccrm.org/

Grace of God Rescue Mission
537 West Main Street, Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-9141
Provides temporary shelter for men and women.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Grace-of-God-Rescue-Mission/155527137819410

Catherine’s House, Inc.
400 Mercy Dr.; Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 825-9599
Telephone Interview Required.
Three month residential program for single women and women with children.
https://catherineshouseinc.org/

With Friends
2098 Keith Drive; Gastonia, NC 28053
(704) 691-7116
Provides temporary shelter for homeless youth.
https://www.withfriendsinc.com/

Crossroads rescue Mission
206 Mt. Sinai Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152
(704) 484-8770
Provides temporary housing and employment assistance for men with substance abuse issues. Faith based treatment program.
https://www.crossroadsrescuemission.org/

House of Mercy
Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 825-4711
Provides residential and medical care for individuals living with AIDS.
https://www.thehouseofmercy.org/

Flynn Fellowship Home of Gastonia
311 South Marietta St, Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-9395
offers inpatient treatment for individuals with alcohol and/or substance addiction. The program includes halfway housing services, individual counseling, group therapy and more.

Veterans’ Restoration Quarters (Asheville-Buncombe Community Christian Ministry)
1329 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
(828) 259-5333
Serves 65 military veterans in a transitional housing facility and has 12 emergency shelter beds.
https://www.abccm.org/veterans-restoration-quarters/

Florence Crittenton Services
1300 Blythe Boulevard; Charlotte, NC 28236
(704) 372-4663
Providing comprehensive health, educational and social services for single pregnant and non-pregnant adolescents and women, mothers and their babies in the foster care system. These services are provided to at-risk or pregnant adolescents and women and their families.
https://www.fcsnc.org/

Permanent Housing

City of Shelby Housing Authority
801 Logan St., Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 484-6830
Rental apartments for low income, elderly and disabled individuals. Phone for information regarding eligibility guidelines and application process.
https://www.cityofshelby.com/departments/housing-authority

Kings Mountain Housing Authority
201 McGill Court; Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 739-2816
Rental housing for low and/or moderate income individuals. Phone for information regarding eligibility guidelines and application process.
https://affordablehousingonline.com/housing-authority/North-Carolina/Kings-Mountain-Housing-Authority/NC064

Section 8 Housing Assistance Program
127 West Graham St.; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-0476
Phone for information regarding eligibility guidelines and application process for this program that provides rental assistance to Cleveland County residents.

Cleveland County Community Development Corporation
823 West Warren St., Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 480-7701 or (704) 480-8119
Provides affordable rental housing options to low and moderate income families and individuals in Cleveland County. Also provides pre and post home ownership counseling.
https://www.clevelandcountycdc.org/

Support Services

The Serenity Club/Alconon
109 Bethlehem Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 739-1180
Support programs for recovering alcoholics and their families. These programs include Al-Anon, Alcoholics Anonymous, and Narcotics Anonymous. Offers Serenity Club, which is a place for fellowship, leadership, guidance and
companionship for families and those suffering with substance abuse.

Western Piedmont Intergroup
Alcohol Abuse Hotline: 704-332-4387
Non-profit clearinghouse of information and schedules for Alcoholics Anonymous in Cleveland, Lincoln, Gaston, and Rutherford counties. Includes links to meeting schedules and printable information.
https://www.wpintergroup.org

Abuse Prevention Council
407 West Warren St., Shelby, NC 28150
Office: (704) 487-9325
Crisis Hotline: (704) 487-0043
Offers support with group services & individual counseling for adult & teenage victims of domestic violence, rate, sexual assault and sexual harassment.
https://apcouncil.wordpress.com/

Care Solutions
208 E. Grover St., Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-4777
Provides respite (relief) to caregivers as well as assessment and coordination of care for older & disabled individuals. Referrals to community services and resources are provided.

Council on Aging/The Senior Center
100 T. R. Harris Dr.; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 482-3488
For adults age 55 and above. Agency provides information/case assistance and outreach/assistance which includes: transportation, emergency assistance, fan loan/medical equipment, income tax, legal and insurance assistance; in-home assistance (Title V); food pantry; day respite, housing & home repairs; congregate meals & Meals on Wheels. Also offers educational and socialization activities. Also provides and manages housing complexes for older adults.
https://nealseniorcenter.org/our-staff

Lawrence Patrick Senior Center
909 E. King St, Kings Mountain, NC 28806
(704) 734-0447
Non-profit public organization that provides services to persons 55 years of age and older. Center offers health and wellness programs, information and referral service, educational opportunities, transportation services, SHIIP insurance counseling, a library with computers equipped with the internet, classes such as quilting, crafts, knitting, ceramics, etc., billiards and ping-pong table, volunteer opportunities, a free newsletter, income tax preparation, tax listing assistance, etc. Also loans medical equipment and offers clerical assistance.
https://www.cityofkm.com/213/Senior-Center

Gaston Community Action
223 North Morris St, Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 861-2283
Provides comprehensive services for families that include job placement, supportive services, food, child care, transportation, medical care tuition and other services to help families access their strengths.

Cleveland County Department of Social Services
130 South Post Rd.; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-0661
Programs include Child Protective Services, Family Preservation, Foster Care and Adoptions, Child Care Subsidy Program, Crisis Intervention, Protective Services for Adults, Guardianship Program, Health Insurance Programs, and Monitoring Rest Homes. Also provides these special assistance programs: Work First Cash Assistance, Work First Employment Services, Medicaid, NC Health Choice, Food Stamps, State-County Special Assistance for Adults, Low Income Energy Assistance, USDA Food Distribution, and Child Support. Crisis Intervention Program provides financial help to households that are in a heating or cooling-related emergency. Call the number above to see if funding is available.
https://www.clevelandcounty.com/ccdss/

Life Enrichment Center of Cleveland County
103 T. R. Harris Dr.; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 484-0405
Adult day Health Care Services in centers located in Shelby and Kings Mountain. Deaf accessible.
https://lifeenrichmentcenter.org/

Pathways Mental Health
124 S. Post Rd, Shelby, NC 28152
(704) 476-4131
A system of care that provides emergency services 24 hours a day to those experiencing crisis due to psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, and substance abuse issues. Encompasses hospital discharge follow-up services and emergency walk-in services. This service can include telephone and face to face assessments. 24 hour Emergency Helpline.

Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center
201 Tabernacle Road; Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 257-6200
Treatment services include residential rehabilitation therapy and 10 bed detox unit for those with alcohol and other drug dependence.

Metrolina AIDS Project
127 Scaleybark Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 333-1435
Provides specialized assistance which includes comprehensive case management, support services, prevention education and direct financial assistance to people who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. These services are for people in Charlotte metro area and 12 surrounding counties.

Cleveland Vocational Industries, Inc.
650 North Post Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 471-0606
Organized developmental activities for adults with developmental disabilities to prepare the individual to live and work as independently as possible. The diverse activities include vocational training, employment, personal and community living skills. NOTE: Program services are available to ages 16 years and above-must have physical or mental barrier.
https://cvii.org/wp/

Cleveland County Public Health Department
200S. Post Rd, Shelby, NC 28152
(980) 484-5100
Assistance with basic medical care, prescription medication/pharmacy services, dental, HIV/AIDS case management, maternity and child health services, including WIC. Adult health services include pregnancy testing; breast and cervical cancer program, and
eye clinic. Also immunizations and testing for sexually transmitted diseases. Free services, sliding fee scale, Medicaid, Medicare; some income restrictions may apply for some clinics.
https://clevelandcounty.com/cchd/

Ollie Harris Behavioral Health Center
200-2 S. Post Rd, Shelby, NC 20152
(704) 600-6900
Formal collaboration between Monarch, Phoenix Counseling Center, Support Incorporated, and Alexander Youth Network with the goal of providing greater access to a wide variety of treatment and resources in Cleveland County. If you or a loved one are looking for mental health or substance use treatment, please come to our center Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. No appointment is necessary to get started with services.
https://ollieharriscenter.org/

North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Services
1427 East Marion Street; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 480-5412
Offers vocational assessment, counseling and job exploration services. These services are to aid individuals, with a vocational impairment, by alleviating the impairment, by assistance with surgery, therapy, appliances and assertive devices, work adjustment training, and job seeking skills.
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dvrs

Social Security Administration
707 Schenck Street; Shelby, NC 28150
1-800-772-1213
Administers all national Social Security programs including disability benefits and the medicare program.
https://www.socialsecurityoffices.info/co/nc-cleveland

Counseling

Abuse Prevention Council
407 West Warren St., Shelby, NC 28150
Office: (704) 487-9325
Crisis Hotline: (704) 481-0043
Court advocacy and accompaniment for victims of domestic violence; emotional support and assistance for victims seeking 50-B protective orders. Individual counseling and support/educational groups for adult and teenage victims of domestic violence, rape and/or sexual assault. Family consultations for non-offending friends and family who want to help a loved one who is being, or has been, abused or assaulted.
https://apcouncil.wordpress.com/

Mental Health Association in Cleveland County
200-2 S. Post Rd, Shelby, NC 28152
(704) 481-8637
Provides depression support group and lending library. Also offers family support group for families of children with emotional/behavioral disorders. Conducts public awareness programs, workshops, and lectures for consumers, providers, and the community on all aspects of mental health.
https://clevelandcountymha.org/

Legal Aid of North Carolina
11508 S York Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-2357 or 1-800-230-5812
(Serves Cleveland County)
Free legal assistance in civil cases to low income and elderly. Cases include health, housing, government benefits, domestic violence, consumer and employment legal issues. This agency does not handle criminal or traffic cases.

Credit Counseling Services/Cleveland County Community Development Corporation
823 West Warren Street; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 480-8119
Offers budget development and management, housing counseling for pre purchases and delinquencies; debt repayment may be coordinated with client and creditor.
https://www.clevelandcountycdc.org/

Medical and Dental Resources

Cleveland County Public Health Department
315 East Grover St., Shelby, NC 28150
200S. Post Rd, Shelby, NC 28152
(980) 484-5100
Assistance with basic medical care, prescription medication/pharmacy services, dental, HIV/AIDS case management, maternity and child health services, including WIC. Adult health services include pregnancy testing; breast and cervical cancer program, and eye clinic. Also immunizations and testing for sexually transmitted diseases. Free services, sliding fee scale, Medicaid, Medicare; some income restrictions may apply for some clinics.
https://clevelandcounty.com/cchd/

Cleveland Regional Medical Center/Atrium Health
201 East Grover St., Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-3000
Cleveland Regional Medical Center is a 241-bed hospital serving greater Cleveland County, NC, and the surrounding region, and offers advanced emergency care. As part of the Atrium Health system, Cleveland Regional Medical Center provides access to a healthcare network comprising more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
https://www.carolinashealthcare.org/locations/carolinas-healthcare-system-cleveland

Hospice Cleveland County
955 Wendover Heights; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-4677
Provides hospice care, longer-term residential care, as well as respite care. Also provides bereavement care, counseling and therapy for grief and loss which includes on-going support groups, camps for bereaved children, and educational workshops related to grief and loss.
https://www.hospicecares.cc/

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Center
932 Old Highway 70; Black Mountain, NC 28805
1-800-662-7030
Residential and respite services for persons with developmental disabilities and Alzheimer’s Disease. Consultation, technical assistance, education and training are provided to individuals, families, agencies and providers who serve persons with Alzheimer’s Disease, Developmental Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, and other disabling conditions.
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dsohf/black-mountain-neuro-medical-center

Cleveland County DSS Services for the Blind
130 South Post Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 484-4872
Provides assistance for individuals who are eligible for eye examinations, glasses, treatments, surgeries, and eye medications. Adaptive aid/equipment services include orientation, mobility instruction and equipment;
training in self-help skills, techniques, and home management.
https://www.clevelandcounty.com/ccdss/services-for-the-blind.htm

W.G. Hefner Veterans Administration Medical Center
1601 Brenner Avenue; Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 638-9126
This medical facility for military veterans provides residential care and services in addition to an outpatient substance abuse treatment program.
https://www.salisbury.va.gov/

Cleveland County Hearts and Hooves Therapeutic Riding Program
North Shelby School
1205 Northside Drive; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-9941
Hosted by North Shelby School, helps improve physical and mental conditions for physically and mentally disabled children through weekly horse riding therapy sessions conducted by trained volunteers.
https://www.heartsnhooves.org/

American Red Cross
Cleveland County Chapter
1333 Fallston Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-8595
Conducts blood mobiles and marrow drives to provide blood for citizens of Cleveland County. Also offers training to prevent or treat injuries with classes including CPR, First Aid, Water Safety, Disease Prevention, HIV/AIDS, Lifeguard, Babysitter Training.
https://www.redcross.org/local/north-carolina/western-north-carolina/blue-ridge-piedmont

Children’s Services

Boys’ & Girls’ Club of Cleveland County
412 West Sumter Street; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 471-2582
Provides recreational, educational and cultural after school programs. Open to boys and girls, first grade to age 17. Also provides summer day camp.
https://bgcclevelandcounty.org/

Children’s Homes of Cleveland County
425-C Cherryville Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 484-2558
Provides an opportunity for children in court-ordered, out-of-home placements to live in a family-like atmosphere. Social services offered for the entire family. Referrals from Cleveland County Department of Social Services.
https://www.chccinc.org/home.html

Southmountain Children and Family Services
7330 Myrtle Drive; Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 584-1105
Short and long term care for children removed from their homes by DSS due to neglect and/or abuse. Children live in residential-style homes with married couples. Services are also provided to families to help facilitate reunification. NOTE: Child must be in custody of DSS and of school age.
https://www.southmountain.org/

Communities in Schools of Cleveland County
502 South Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 480-5569
Community Learning Centers that offer after school academic homework assistance and enrichment activities at county’s elementary schools. Also, CHAMPS is an after school academic enrichment program which provides a healthy snack, homework assistance, and enrichment activities to middle school students. Both of these programs offer parents’ nights, resource fairs, and other family activities.
https://www.cisofclevelandco.org/

Cleveland County Partnership for Children
3105 E Ridge St, Kings Mountain, NC, 28086
(704) 480-2052
Administers the Smart Start Program in Cleveland County, serving children birth to age 5 with focus on early childhood education, health and safety. With Smart Start funds, the Parents as Teachers program provides a home based program for parents with children ages birth to five. The program offers monthly developmental information and support. Periodic educational screenings are provided. Dolly Parton Imagination Library-All children under age 5 years in Cleveland County are eligible to receive a free book in the mail each month. Parent/Guardians must complete an enrollment form per eligible child to begin receiving books.
Family Services, Inc.
Healthy Alternatives Learned for Tomorrow-HALT program provides assessment and 26 week counseling program for men who have identified the need to better control their anger, or who have been referred by the courts. The goal of this program is to teach participants positive ways to respond to daily life situations.
https://www.ccpartnershipforchildren.com/

Office of School Readiness, Preschool Office
400 W. Marion St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8064
Developmental services for pre-school children and their families. Oversees NC Pre-K, Smart Start, and Head Start programs. Services include health, nutritional, educational, and social activities.
https://www.clevelandcountyschools.org/departments/office-of-school-readiness

Child Care Connections
327 S. Market St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-7397
Information and/or referral to child care providers. Also provides training and workshops to existing child care centers and family child-care homes. Also available is resource library for the use of up-to-date curriculum and materials by child care businesses.
https://www.ccchildcareconnections.org/

Cleveland County Family YMCA
Girls’ Club YMCA
821 West Warren Street; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 484-8431
Promotes physical, social, cultural, vocational, and personal development in school-age girls. Offers after-school and summer enrichment programs for girls ages 5-13.

Boy Scouts of America, Piedmont Council
1222 East Franklin Boulevard; Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 854-4062
Provides youth protection information, leadership development for youth and adults. Youth Citizenship Development and Outdoor Skills Training Programs. Weekend and week long camping sessions available throughout the year. Youth may be registered anytime during the year by calling the scout service center.
https://www.piedmontcouncilbsa.org/

Girl Scouts Peaks to Piedmont
156 S. South St., Ste. 201, Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 864-3245
Troop and group meetings are held September through May. Leadership Development Programs are available for youth and adults. Programs are age level appropriate and focus on math, literacy, sciences, and wellness. Camp Rotary, Camp Golden Valley (in Rutherford County), and the Girl Scout Hut at Shelby City Park are available for troop use.
https://www.girlscoutsp2p.org/

Transportation

TACC Transportation Administration of Cleveland County
952 Airport Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 482-6465
Transportation services for clients of participating human service agencies. Rural general public transportation for anyone.
https://www.taccshelbync.com/

Food Kitchens

Shelby Presbyterian Church
226 East Graham Street; Shelby, NC
(704) 487-8503
Monday: 10:00-11:30
Thursday: 10:00-11:30

https://www.shelbypres.org/

Central United Methodist Church
200 East Marion Street; Shelby, NC
(704) 487-6336
Tuesdays: 11:30-12:30
Saturdays: 11:30-12:30
https://cumcshelby.org/

First Baptist Church
120 North Lafayette Street; Shelby, NC
(704) 482-3467
Friday: 12:30-1:30
https://fbcshelby.org/

The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
502 W. Sumter St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-5404
Wednesday: 11:30 – 12:30
https://www.redeemershelby.com/

Food Pantries

The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
502 W. Sumter St, Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-5404
Wednesdays: 5:00-6:00 pm
https://www.redeemershelby.com/

Shelby Presbyterian Church: Scout House
312 S Dekalb St; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 487-8503
Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00am
https://www.shelbypres.org/

Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association
1175 Wyke Road; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 481-9119
Food pantry operates by appointment only basis.
https://gccba.org/

Church of Christ
845 West Warren Street; Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 482-8521
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
https://www.shelbyncchurchofchrist.org/home.html

Fallston Baptist Church
109 Circle Drive; Fallston, NC
(704) 538-7161
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
https://www.fallstonbaptistchurch.com/index.html

Boiling Springs Baptist Church
307 Main Street; Boiling Springs, NC
(704) 434-6244
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
https://www.boilingspringsbaptist.org/

Washington Outreach Ministry
1920 Stoney Point Rd., Waco, NC
(704) 435-3138
Call for appointment.
Monday – Wednesday: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Distribution every other Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
https://www.washingtonmbc.org/

First Spanish Baptist Church
207 Caleb Road; Shelby, NC
(704) 734-1626