They offer Multisystemic Therapy (MST) and operate a Foster Care Program across multiple states, making them a versatile choice for mental health and social services.
How do I get food assistance in Mecklenburg County?
Loaves & Fishes operates the largest network of food pantries in North Carolina and offers grocery home delivery and weekday Meals on Wheels. You can also call 211 for a county-wide referral to nearby pantries and meal programs.
What does a foster care licensing agency do versus DSS?
Private licensed agencies like Carolina Family Connections handle the pre-placement training, home assessments, and licensing paperwork required by the NC DHHS, while county DSS retains custody of children and makes placement decisions.
Are there social services specifically for veterans in Charlotte?
Veterans Bridge Home uses a no-wrong-door policy and connects veterans to over 400 partner organizations across NC and SC for employment support, housing assistance, mental health services, and VA benefits navigation.
How do I report a crime tip anonymously in Mecklenburg County?
Crime Stoppers works with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and pays cash rewards up to $1,000 for tips leading to arrests and up to $5,000 for tips that solve homicides, with guaranteed anonymity.
Can I get same-day behavioral health appointments on Medicare in Charlotte?
Yolanda Hall Miller, LCSW, focuses on behavioral health for adults with Medicare and advertises same or next-day appointments; Helen M. McAuley, LCSW, at Atrium Health also accepts new patients but offers in-person visits only.