Listing of Resources for Seniors in Lenoir County, NC

AARP - Washington D.C.  -   (888) 687-2277

AARP - North Carolina  -  ((866) 389-5650

Support for the Blind (NC Division of DHHS  -  (252) 523-4148 / (800) 422-1877

4126 Berkely Ave., Kinston, NC  28504

Provides education and awareness to family members, caregivers, civic groups, businesses and other service providers regarding vision loss.

Industries for the Blind  -  (252) 523-1019

4126 Berkely Ave., Kinston, NC 28501

Provides employment for the blind and visually impaired in a setting that affords both income and dignity to the individual, with no compromise on the quality of production.

Homebound Services - Neuse Regional Library  -  (252) 527-7066

Serves patrons who are unable to physically come to the Library due to factors such as injury or illness. Homebound patrons can request materials including adult fiction and non-fiction books, large type books, books on CD and music CDs. items will be personally delivered to the patron's home once a month.

Lenoir Community College  -  (252) 522-3964

231 NC-58, Kinston, NC  28504

click HERE for website

Services for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (NC Division of DHHS)  -  (252) 243-3104

2704 Wooten Blvd., Wilson, NC 27893

Offers information, assistance and advocacy for persons with hearing impairments.

Relay NC (TTY) (24-hour availability)  -  (800) 735-2962 or 711

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Relay NC (voice) (24-hour availability)  -  (800) 735-8200 or 711

Click HERE for website

Homebound Services - Neuse Regional Library  -  (252) 527-7066

Serves patrons who are unable to physically come to the Library due to factors such as injury or illness. Homebound patrons can request materials including adult fiction and non-fiction books, large type books, books on CD and music CDs. items will be personally delivered to the patron's home once a month.

Donated Dentist Services  -  (919) 677-1397

P.O. Box 3643, Cary, NC 27519-3643

Eligibility Criteria: Disabled, Elderly and/or Medically Fragile

Provides free, comprehensive dental treatment to vulnerable people with disabilities or who are elderly or medically fragile. The program operates through a volunteer network of more than 15,000 dentists and 3,600 dental labs across the United States. Applicants must lack adequate income to pay for dental care and have a permanent disability, are age 65 or older and/or qualify as medical-fragile. The program will evaluate the individual’s application for eligibility and need and provide referral to an appropriate provider. (There may be long wait times for an available provider.) 

Kinston Community Health Center  -  (252) 522-9202

324 N. Queen St., Kinston NC 28501

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Provides most dental services on a sliding-scale fee based on income. Services may include cleanings, dentures, extractions, x-rays, and fluoride treatments. Call or visit website for an appointment.

Caswell Center  -  (252) 208-4000

 2415 W. Vernon Ave. Kinston, NC 28501 

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Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for adults with developmental disabilities.

Easter Seals UPC North Carolina (Regional office)  -  (252) 636-6007 / (800) 662-7119

2801 Neuse Blvd., New Bern, NC

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Provides individual and community supports, child and family services, mental health services, supported employment training, durable medical equipment, and advocacy. Their mission is to create opportunities, promote individual choice, and change the lives of children and adults with disabilities by maximizing their individual potential to live, learn and work in their communities. Easter Seals UCP provides employment services for adults with disabilities, enabling individuals to earn wages and develop skills.  The programs are available to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and individuals with mental health or substance use challenges.

Independent Living / Rehabilitation Services

State Office - 2801 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC -  (919) 855-3524

Local Office - 101 Fox Haven Dr., Greenville, NC  -  (252) 830-3481

Local Office - 2832 Neuse Blvd., New Bern, NC  -  (252) 514-4806

Provides individual and community supports, child and family services, mental health services, supported employment training, durable medical equipment, and advocacy. Their mission is to create opportunities, promote individual choice, and change the lives of children and adults with disabilities by maximizing their individual potential to live, learn and work in their communities. Easter Seals UCP provides employment services for adults with disabilities, enabling individuals to earn wages and develop skills.  The programs are available to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and individuals with mental health or substance use challenges.

North Carolina Assistive Technology Program  -  (252) 830-8575

1033 W.H. Smith Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834

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Services provided include device demonstration, device loans, device reutilization, training and technical assistance. Coordinates and collaborates with NCATP network agencies and organizations and provides assessment and training consultation, workshops and seminars. Categories of assistive technology include hearing, speech communication, learning, cognition and developmental adaptations, vehicle modification, computer, and related recreation sports and leisure.

North Carolina Client Assistance Program  -  (800) 215-7227 / (919) 855-3600

2806 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699

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Provides advice and information regarding services and benefits available under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This program serves those applying for or receiving services from Vocation Rehabilitation, Division of Services for the Blind, and the Centers for Independent Living; persons who are dissatisfied with services they are receiving or who have been denied services for which they might be eligible; and persons needing intervention or assistance in their relationships with programs providing rehabilitation services. 

Vocational Rehabilitation  -  (252) 522-5482

1003 Hardee Rd., Kinston, NC 28504

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Provides services, counseling, training, education, transportation, job placement, assistive technology and other support services for people with physical, psychiatric or intellectual disabilities and to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing or have other communication disorders. Services are intended to assist them with living independently and with finding and keeping employment.

American Red Cross (Lenoir County Chapter)  -  (252) 523-4528

1500 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

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Provides disaster relief, military family assistance and other vital community services. Focused on delivering timely and helpful preparedness information. First Aid, CPR and AED training, swimming and Lifeguarding are all part of Red Cross health and safety education. They offer a range of health and safety classes – call for schedule of upcoming classes.

ICOR (Inter Church Outreach Program)  -  (252) 527-7984 / 523-8609 / 522-0042

107 E. Peyton Ave., Kinston, NC 28501

Open M-Th from 1-3 p.m. Provides assistance with medicine, food, fuel, housing or utilities in an emergency or crisis situation. Age 18+.

Lenoir County Department of Emergency Services  -   (252) 559-1911
200 Rhodes Ave. Kinston, NC 28501

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The Emergency Management Division is responsible for the preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation concerning all disasters affecting the county. Training is available to the community.

 PORT Human Services  -   (252) 233-2383
2901 N. Heritage St., Kinston, NC 28501

Click HERE for website

Mental health and substance abuse crisis walk-in clinic (open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday). 

Eastpointe Behavioral Health  -  (800) 913-6109
After-hours mental health and substance abuse crisis line.

Involuntary Commitment - Lenoir County Clerk of Superior Court  -  (252) 559-6328

130 S. Queen St., Kinston, NC

Click HERE for NCDHHS information

For someone thought to be a danger to self or others due to a mental health crisis and in need of emergency hospitalization, an affidavit must be filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. If approved, the clerk will issue an order for law enforcement to take individual into custody and then to the hospital for examination and possible commitment.

Employment Security Commission  -  (252) 526-4435
231 NC 58 S., Kinston, NC 28501

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Employment Security Commission of N.C. is a one-stop online resource for job seekers and employers in North Carolina. Job seekers can search for jobs, create resumes, and find education and training. Employers can find candidates, post jobs, and search labor market information.

Twin Rivers Opportunities  -  (252) 638-8291

318 Craven St., New Bern, NC 28560

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Provides consumer assistance with the following: mortgage delinquency and default resolution counseling; pre purchase counseling; pre-purchase homebuyer education; rental housing counseling; rental housing workshops; reverse mortgage counseling.

Home Delivered Meals & Congregate Nutrition  -  (252) 527-1545

LCCOA, 112 E. Blount St., Kinston, NC  28501

Home Delivered Meals: a nutrition program for home bound adults age 60+ and older, who are unable to prepare a meal and have no one to assist them. Meals are delivered throughout Lenoir County. There is no cost for this service, but clients are encouraged to contribute toward the cost of the meals. Contact Katherine Whitfield at programs@lenoirccoa.org or at the number above. 

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Congregate Nutrition: a nutrition program for seniors age 60+ wishing to share a noon-time meal with other seniors and enjoy socialization, education and activities. Contact Vera Marks at the above number for more information. Hot meals provided M-F.

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP - Food Stamps)  -  (252) 559-6328

130 W. King St., Kinston, NC 28501

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Application and maintenance is administered by DSS. Household income and resources determine benefit award and amount.

Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina  -  (252) 752-4996
1712 Union St. Greenville, NC 27858

Click HERE for website

The following are Food Bank-affiliated providers:

• Alpha and Omega Church – 410 E. Washington St., Kinston – (252) 523-0355
  3rd and 4th Mondays – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Apostolic Deliverance Church of Christ – 422 E. North St., Kinston – (252) 527-5395
  1st Saturdays – 9-11 a.m.
• Faith Developmental Comm. Center – 655 Sussex St., Kinston – (252) 806-0026
  Monday-Thursdays – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 
• Freedom Family Foundation – 668 Stratford Blvd., Kinston – (252) 558-2665
  1st and 3rd Thursdays from 12-2 p.m.
• Greater St. Peter Church Ministries – 886 Will Baker Rd., Kinston – (252) 520-0010
  Monday-Friday – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Hands for Humanity CDC – 1009 E. Bright St., Kinston – (252) 523-0871
  Mondays – 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursdays – 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Mary’s Kitchen – 110 N. Independence St., Kinston – (252) 523-1013
  7 days/week – 10-11:30 a.m.
• Peace Foundation
• S.A.F.E. Lenoir County – location confidential – (252) 523-5573
  Operates 24/7 

Foster Grandparent Program  -  (252) 208-3791

Program provides part-time opportunities for low-income individuals age 60+ to serve as mentors, tutors and caregivers for abused, neglected or troubled youth with disabilities or other special needs in schools, hospitals and child-care programs. Participants received a modest tax-free stipend and can be reimbursed for travel expenses. 

Lenoir County Health Department  -  (252) 527-7116 / 526-4200
201 N. McLewean St. Kinston, NC 28501

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Provides local public health services and programs to county residents.  Services and programs include Adult Health, Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Health Promotion, Animal/Rabies Control, Child Health, Care Coordination for Children (CC4C), Childhood Lead Prevention, Environmental Health services, Family Planning, Immunizations, Laboratory Services, Prenatal Care, Pregnancy Care Home Case Management, Public Health Social Work, Vital Records, TB/Communicable Diseases/STD/HIV, and WIC.  Our compassionate caregivers provide palliative care and emotional support to individuals and families facing end-of-life issues.

Parkinson's Support Group – Team Henry

Support group for people with Parkinson’s and care partners. Location: Kinston (Lenoir County), NC. Meets in-person For more information, contact Judy Heath at 252-559-3489 or Sandra Sutton at 252-559-9212. 

Caregiver Support Group  -  (252) 527-1545
112 E. Blount Street, Kinston, NC

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Contact: Betsy Griffin Meetings are held 3nd Thursday of each month 4:30 pm - 6:00pm at Lenoir County Council on Aging

LCCOA In-Home Aide Level I  -  (252) 527-1545

112 E. Blount St., Kinston, NC 28501
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Provides aides to help seniors with home management tasks. Client must have impairments in one or more instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) and no responsible person who can perform the needed services, and must not be in need of personal care assistance. Services are at no cost, although consumer contribution toward the cost of service is encouraged. Age 60+. Waiting list for services may exist.

Department of Social Services – In-Home Aide Level II and III  -  (252) 559-6380
130 W. King St., Kinston, NC 28501

Provides aides to assist with personal care and other activities of daily living for seniors where no responsible person is available to perform needed services. Services are at no cost, although consumer contribution toward the cost of service is encouraged. Age 60+. Waiting list for services may exist.

For list of State-licensed, private-pay agencies, contact Lenoir County Council on Aging at (252) 527-1545.

WAGES  -  (919) 734-1178
601 Royall Ave. Goldsboro, NC 27534
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WAGES is a non-profit Community Action Agency which plans, develops, and administers human service programs designed to meet the needs of the community. Services for older adults in Lenoir County include weatherization (to help people reduce home energy loss and lower heating/cooling costs) and HARRP (assists people in repairing or replacing broken heating/cooling systems).

Presbyterian Men’s Group  -  252-522-1921

This program assists people with minor home repairs and building ramps. Client is responsible for materials; labor and expertise provided by agency free of charge.

U.S.D.A. Rural Repair and Rehabilitation  -  (252) 526-9799 ext. 4

Program provides loans and grants to very low-income homeowners to repair, improve, or modernize their dwellings or to remove health and safety hazards. Homeowner-occupants must be unable to obtain affordable credit elsewhere and must have very low incomes, defined as below 50 percent of the area median income. They must need to make repairs and improvements to make the dwelling more safe and sanitary or to remove health and safety hazards. Grants are only available to homeowners who are 62 years old or older and cannot repay a Section 504 loan. Loans of up to $20,000 and grants of up to $7,500 are available. Loans are for up to 20 years at 1 percent interest. A real estate mortgage and full title services are required for loans of $7,500 or more. Grants may be recaptured if the property is sold in less than 3 years. Grant funds may be used only to pay for repairs and improvements resulting in the removal of health and safety hazards. A grant/loan combination is made if the applicant can repay part of the cost. Loans and grants can be combined for up to $27,500 in assistance.

NCBAM North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry  -  (866) 506-2226

Click HERE for website

LCCOA  -  (252) 527-1545

Periodically has funding for ramp building. Call for availability of funds.

The Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice  -  (252) 847-1230
920 Wellness Dr., Greenville, NC 27834

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Offers an in-patient alternative when a hospice patient is unable to live at home. The facility provides a home-like situation for patients in the final stage of life and their families. 

Home Hospice Care

(List taken from medicare.gov dated 2/24)

• 3HC  -  (919) 735-5887
• Community Home Care & Hospice  -  (252) 291-5353
• Community Hospice LLC  -  (252) 672-8301
• Continuum Home Care & Hospice of Lenoir County  -  (252) 527-3786
• Pruitthealth Hospice - Rocky Mount  -  (252) 442-9126
• Richmond County Hospice Inc.  -  (910) 997-4464
• Vident Home Health & Hospice  -  (252) 332-3392

Kinston Housing Authority  -  (252) 523-1195

608 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

Click HERE for website
Provides assistance to low income families through Section 8 and public housing programs.

Salvation Army: Kinston Corps  -  (252) 523-5175

2110 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

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Agency administers many programs and services designed to restore broken lives and build healthy relationships. Provides safe and affordable housing for seniors.

Additional housing options can be found at www.nchousingsearch.org

Flynn Christian Fellowship Homes  -  (252) 527-2905
611 Mitchell St., Kinston, NC 28501
Must be 18+; hours of operation: 24/7

Shelter assists men in addiction recovery. Cost is $90/week (may be payment options. Must be employed or searching for job (unless disabled).

Friends of the Homeless, Inc.  -  (252) 522-2788

112 N. Independence St., Kinston, NC 28501
Hours: 7 days/week, 6 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Shelter provides temporary housing for transient families, individuals. Meals provided. Drug test may be required.

S.A.F.E. in Lenoir County, Inc.  -  (252) 523-5573

Shelter location not published.

Must be 18+ and female; must be independent in self care. Agency assists victims of domestic and sexual violence through shelter, empowerment classes, court advocacy, client and victim advocacy, hospital accompanying.

Kinston Community Health Center  -  (252) 522-9800
324 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501
Click HERE for website 

Agency provides insurance counseling and enrollment assistance in Affordable Care Act plans and Medicare. 

Medicare  -  1-800-MEDICARE or 1-800-633-4227
Click HERE for website

Direct information from Medicare, health insurance for those 65+ or receiving Social Security Disability benefits (after 2 years).

Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) – NCDOI

• State Office – (855) 408-1212 – Click HERE for website
• Lenoir County Cooperative Extension – Ivy Brantley Reid Coordinator - (252) 527-2191

SHIIP is an arm of the NC Department of insurance whose purpose is to assist those with Medicare, those new to Medicare, and their loved ones in understanding Medicare options, getting answers to questions, and getting assistance with problems or concerns. Trained counselors can also screen for public assistance programs.

 Legal Aid of NC Inc.  -  (919) 856-2564 / (877) 579-7562
208 Goldsboro St., Wilson, NC 27893  -  (252) 291-6851 M-F 9am-11am and 1pm-3pm
Click HERE for website 

Part of a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people in order to ensure equal access to justice and to remove barriers to economic opportunity. 

Advanced Healthcare Directive Registry (On-Line Registry)  -  (919) 807-2167
Department of Secretary Of State
P.O. Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622
Click HERE for website 

Assists with Healthcare Powers of Attorney, Living Wills and provides a registry for ease of access by professionals. Also registers organ donation wishes. 

 Adult Care Licensure Section DHHS
Click HERE for website 

NC Division of Health Services Regulation maintains a star-rating system for adult care homes (assisted living) and family care homes based on surveys and complaints. Search by City, County or 

Click HERE for website

Division of Health Service Regulation Care Line  -  (800)-624-3004

Receives complaints regarding quality of care provided by home health agencies and skilled nursing care facilities.

Department of Social Services Adult Home Specialist  -  (252) 559-6237

Provides monitoring assistance and complaint investigation services regarding quality of care and rule/regulation infractions.

Friends of Residents in Long Term Care  -  (919) 782-1530
6300 Creedmoor Rd Suite 170 #326, Raleigh, NC 27612
Click HERE for website 

Agency advocates for long term care residents and their families at the systems-level. Website provides a wealth of information helpful to families of people residing in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Medicaid Assistance in Long Term Care (Lenoir County DSS)  -  (252) 559-6400

Application for Special Assistance for Adult Care Homes (assisted living) and Skilled Nursing Medicaid

Medicare coverage of Skilled Nursing/Rehabilitation

Click HERE for website

Website also has a Nursing Home Compare feature which helps individuals compare facilities based on survey and complaint data and a checklist for comparison of individual facility features.

Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman Program  -  252-638-3185
Eastern Carolina Council Area Agency On Aging
P.O. Box 1717, New Bern, NC 28563

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Provides advocacy for residents living in long term care facilities. Ombudsmen answer questions regarding resident rights, long term care system, local facilities, Also investigates concerns and assists families and residents in resolving issues regarding care and resident rights.We offer temporary relief for primary caregivers to prevent burnout and ensure their loved one receives the best care possible.

UNC Lenoir Health Care  -  (252) 522-7000

100 Airport Rd, Kinston, NC 28501

Billing/Customer Service – (252) 522-7777

Patient Information – (252) 522-7000

Eastpointe Behavior Health  -  (800) 913-6109

Click HERE for website

Local Management Entity (LME) for mental/behavior health services in Bladen, Columbus, Duplin, Edgecombe, Greene, Lenoir, Nash, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, Wayne, and Wilson Counties. Emergency and urgent care as well as routine services can be accessed by calling. See entry for PORT Human Services for Lenoir County crisis services.

PORT Human Services  -  (252) 233-2383
2901 N. Heritage St., Kinston, NC 28501
Click HERE for website
Provides services and supports to people with substance abuse, mental health and intellectual/developmental challenges. 

Low Income Subsidy – Social Security Administration
Click HERE for website

Income and asset guidelines apply (changes yearly). Assists Medicare beneficiaries with cost of Part D prescription medications. Online application at Social Security Administration website or contact State or Local SHIIP (see listing under Insurance heading) for application assistance. You may also contact Ivy Brantley Reid (Lenoir County Cooperative Extension) bu email at ivy_reid@ncsu.edu or  LCCOA staff for assistance (252) 527-1545.

Kinston Community Health Center  -  (252) 522-9899

324 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501
Contact: Pharmacy program

Can assist those needing help with un-covered prescriptions or those without prescription coverage. 

Lenoir County Council on Aging  -  (252) 527-1545

112 E. Blount St., Kinston, NC 28501

Click HERE for website

Agency offers activities and classes (fitness, wellness, etc.) for seniors age 55+. Calendar of scheduled activities is available monthly. Several locations throughout the county.

• George T. Skinner Senior Center, 112 E. Blount St., Kinston  -  (252) 527-1545
• LaGrange Community Center, 410 E. Washington St., LaGrange  -  (252) 523-0433
• Pink Hill Wellness Center (membership assistance may be available)  -  (252) 268-2425

Community Council for the Arts  -  (252) 527-2517

400 North Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

Click HERE for website

Non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping Lenoir County residents experience the joy, promise, and the pursuit of artistic excellence. Offers classes and workshops. Maintains a gallery and gift shop.

Lenoir County Parks and Recreation  -  (252) 939-3332

2602 W. Vernon Avenue, Kinston, NC  28504
Click HERE for website
Provides access in Lenoir County to athletic, recreational, and leisure facilities and activities. Call for information about programming for adults aged 55+.

Neuse Regional Library  -  (252) 527-7066

510 N. Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

Family Caregiver Support Program  -  (252) 527-1545
Lenoir County Council on Aging – 112 E. Blount St., Kinston, NC 28501

Click HERE for website
Eligibility: individual must be an adult unpaid caregiver for a person 60+ or someone with Alzheimer’s or related disorder – or – a caregiver 55+ caring for a relative aged 18 (who is not a birth or adopted child, or under or a dependent disabled child of any age. Program provides respite vouchers and support to family caregivers meeting eligibility requirements.

Social Security Administration (National)  -  1-800-772-1213
Click HERE for website 

Social Security Administration (Local)  -  (866) 593-5671

 2559 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501 

Internal Revenue Service  -  (252) 561-4040

Local office: 2835 South Charles Blvd. Greenville, NC 27858

Click HERE for website 

Lenoir County Tax Department  -  (252) 527-7174
101 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501
Click HERE for website
 

North Carolina Department of Revenue  -  (877) 252-3052
501 N Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27604

Click HERE for website

Our compassionate caregivers provide assistance with daily living activities and medication management in the comfort of your own home.

Lenoir County Council on Aging  -  (252) 527-1545
112 E. Blount St., Kinston, NC 28501

Program provides a phone call to homebound and vulnerable seniors age 60+ in need of daily contact. 

KIT Program  Keeping in Touch  -  (252) 527-1545

Partnership between Lenoir County Council on Aging and Lenoir County Sheriff’s Department for wellness checks when the caller reassurance client cannot be reached.

Lenoir County Transit System  -  (252) 523-4171

201 E. King St., Kinston, NC 28501

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Cost: $3.00 each way to in-county locations; $6.00 each way to Greenville medical complexes

Public transportation provided to all individuals in the county. Must call at least 24 hours in advance to reserve a ride. Assistance to older adults 60+ may be available through the Lenoir County Council on Aging. Wait lists may exist.

LIEAP- Low Income Energy Assistance Program  -  (252) 559-6400
130 West King Street, Kinston, NC 28501
Click HERE for website

Eligibility Criteria: age 60+ or disabled, receiving any DAAS service

Provides a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.  Only households containing an elderly person age 60 and above or a disabled persons receiving services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) are eligible to potentially receive until funds are exhausted. Any household can potentially receive benefits from January 1st through March 31stor until funds are exhausted. Open to age 60+ or disabled or receiving any DAAS service.

Inter-Church Outreach (ICOR)  -  (252) 522-4357
Corner of Peyton & McLewean St., Kinston, NC 28501

Assists people who find themselves in an emergency or crisis situation and do not qualify for public assistance. Helps with rent, utility bills (electricity, water and natural gas), prescriptions (intended for one-time prescriptions need), limited transportation and also provides food from pantry. Financial assistance limited to $100 per 12 month period. Provides Christian counseling and referrals to other resources to solve the crisis. Applicants must bring: Valid NC picture ID, with Lenoir County address matching the bill's address, and the current bill for which applicant is seeking assistance. Usually, assistance is given until the 10th of the month on late bills. Office open 1-3 pm, M-Th.

Salvation Army  -  (252) 523-5175
2110 North Queen St., Kinston, NC 28501

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Offers rent/utility assistance (please call for specific eligibility requirements), a food pantry, a clothing closet, and spiritual counseling. Assistance is also offered to home burnout victims (must have a referral from the Red Cross).

Veterans National Caregiver Support Line  -  (855) 260-3274
National Caregiver Support Line
Click HERE for website 

Provides referrals to caregivers of veterans. The National Caregiver Support Line hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time). Licensed VA social workers and health technicians staff the support line.

NC Division of Veterans Affairs Kinston Veterans Service Center  -  252-522-5050
1136 Hwy 258 N., Suite 101, Kinston, NC 28504
Regionally located advocates assist veterans and families in applying for and navigating through VA benefits and services. Office hours are M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Victims Compensation Services  -  (800) 826-6200 / (919) 733-7974
4232 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4703
Click HERE for website

Provides reimbursement for citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime committed in North Carolina. Victims of rape, assault, child abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence and drunk driving. In addition, families of homicide victims are eligible to apply for financial assistance. Crime must be reported to authorities within 72 hours. Compensation for damaged or stolen property or pain/suffering is not provided. A maximum of $30,000 may be paid for medical expenses related to treatment of injuries related to crimes. A maximum of $5,000 may be paid for funeral expenses when the victim dies as a result of the crime. Approved claims are paid directly to service provider. Victims have up to 2 years to file claim. Contact agency for claim application.

S.A.F.E. in Lenoir County  -  (252) 523-5573

Click HERE for website

Provides a myriad of services to help victims of domestic and/or sexual violence through crisis line, support groups, legal advocacy, temporary shelter, and other services.

Neuse Regional Library maintains a database of all community resources, not just those for seniors. Please click HERE to access that directory.