High Country Resources
Arts . . . 2
Children & Family . . . 2
Community Partks . . . 3
Crisis lines . . . 4
Employment/ Training . . . 4
Food/ Nutrition . . . 5
Healthcare . . . . . . 6
Housing Assistance . . . 7
Legal Services . . . 7
Support Groups . . . 8
Support for LGBTQIA . . . 9
Thrift Stores . . . 9
Transportation Services . . . 10
Arts
Southern Appalachian Historical Association This association strives to preserve the history and heritage in the Southern Appalachian Region. They have programs like ‘Horn in the West’ which provides viewers with the
opportunity to experience the area’s culture and history. For more information about
programs or donating to this association please give them a call or visit their website.
591 Horn in the West Drive Boone, NC 28607
http://saha.bellstrike.com/
Watauga County Arts Council
Their mission is to keep the arts alive and present in our community. The arts council is constantly expanding along with their
encouragement for the presence of the cultural arts in Watauga County. Any donation or involvement will help keep their goal thriving. P.O. Box 366 DTS
Boone, NC 28607
http://watauga-arts.org/wordpress/?page_id=377
Children and Family
Children’s Council of Watauga County This organization works with children
primarily between the ages of birth to 5. They offer many services that will benefit not only your child but you as a parent. These programs include affordable childcare, an extensive local resource center, literacy program, and many family support programs like parenting classes, GED program, yoga, and play groups.
225 Birch Street (828) 262-5424
www.thechildrenscouncil.org
The Children’s Playhouse
This is a great place for families with children to come to be creative while also learning. Children are generally ages birth to 8 years old and there are many affordable activities
available that fit an array of interests. Scholarships are available.
400 Tracy Circle (828) 263-0011
www.goplayhouse.org
Hope Pregnancy Resource Center
This is a faith-based organization that provides women with the information and support they need for an unplanned pregnancy. Abortion information is offered from a pro-life
perspective as well as counseling services. They also offer free pregnancy tests, limited
ultrasounds and STD testing, as well as local health referrals.
208 Howard Street (828) 265-4357
www.choosehope.org
Mountain Alliance
Mountain Alliance is a place where kids can learn more about self-awareness as well the community around them. There are many services that include working with some of the local organizations such as Hospitality House, Hunger and Health Coalition, Wildlife Care Center, National Park Service, and many more. P.O. Box 2854
Boone, NC 28607
http://mountainalliance.org/
Parent to Parent Family Support Network This support system is designed to support and aid the families that have children with special needs. They offer not only the support and resources you may need but also many programs and services such as newsletters, workshops, liaison assistance, and more. 2359 Highway 105
Boone, NC 28607
http://parent2parent.appstate.edu/services
Region Nine Childcare Resource and Referral This source provides childcare resource and referral information for the High Country as well as three improvement specialist’s contact information. These specialties are for
infant/toddlers, school-aged children, and behavioral issues.
(877) 670-8735
http://www.iredellsmartstart.org/region9.htm
WAMY Community Action
WAMY serves (and stands for) Watauga, Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. They provide many self-sufficient programs such as
weatherization assistance, Spanish to English translation services, small business loans, gardening for the elderly, and many more. 225 Birch Street, Suite 2
(828) 264-2421
http://www.wamycommunityaction.org/
Western Youth Network
This organization works predominately with those between the ages of 6 and 17. They offer a variety of services such as a mentoring
program, afterschool program, prevention and substance abuse program, and a summer program.
155 WYN Way (828) 264-5174
www.westernyouthnetwork.org
Community Parks
Foscoe Grandfather Community Center 233 Park Road
Banner Elk, NC
Valle Crucis Community Park 2892 Broadstone Road
Historic Valle Crucis, NC
http://www.vallecrucispark.com
Green Valley Community Park 3592-3664 Big Hill Road (State Road 1347)
Todd, NC 28684
http://www.greenvalleypark.org
Crisis Lines (24 hour)
Local Crisis Line
(828) 264-HELP or (828) 264-4357 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK or (800) 273-8255
OASIS Crisis Line (828) 262-5035 Trevor Lifeline
(866)-4-U-TREVOR or (866)-488-7386
Employment/Training Resources
Able Body Labor Looking for work?
Able Body Labor is an agency that hires people for temporary jobs. You will be able to work a variety of jobs and discover what best suits you! 2237 Highway 105
(828) 264-8886
www.ablebody.ablehq.com
A.S.U. Student Employment
This employs ASU students to work on and off campus. This also includes odd jobs offered in the surrounding areas as well as work study programs.
http://studentemployment.appstate.edu/
Get Real
This is a chance for young adults (17-21) to learn how to become leaders as well as finding success in education and career choices. Some of the services that are offered are tuition assistance, transportation, child care, scholarships, and job placement. (828) 265-5385
www.wataugajoblink.com/
Mountain Times
You can use this resource to view the classified section for job opportunities of Mountain Times Newspaper. The online version is updated every Tuesday. The weekly paper comes out every Thursday and its free!
http://mountaintimes.com/home
North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation This is a rehabilitation center that offers an array of services for people with disabilities. The four major services are job placement, guidance and counseling, restoration and training, post-employment support. 245 Winklers Creek Road
(828) 265 5396
www.ncdhhs.gov/dvrs/
Watauga Opportunities Inc.
Watauga Opportunities Inc. is available for the residents of Ashe, Avery, and Watauga counties with disabilities. This service provides
vocational, residential, and employment services.
642 Greenway Road (828) 264-5009
Food/Nutrition Resources
Faith Bridge United Methodist Church Faith Bridge offers a food assistance service called “Casting Bread Food Pantry”. The hours for the food pantry are Wednesday and
Thursday 10:30am-3:00pm or by appointment. 194 Aho Road, Blowing Rock
(828) 295-8333
www.faithbridgeumc.org
Hospitality House of the Boone Area, Inc. This local organization provides many services that are available to anyone. They offer
emergency, transitional, and long term housing as well as three meals a day and available food boxes.
338 Brook Hollow Road (828) 264-1237
www.hospitalityhouseofboone.org
Hunger and Health Coalition
This organization has many needed programs available to the community such as a food bank, pharmacy assistance, and support services. Food boxes are available twice a month.
141 Health Center Drive (828) 262-1628
www.hungercoalition.com
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army offers numerous different types of services in order to best fit your need. Some of these services include assistance with food, clothing, furniture, utilities, and rent. 220 Postal Drive
(828) 963-4184
www.salvationarmy.org
Wesley Foundation Food Pantry
This food pantry is available to anyone but specifically geared towards college students in need. People within the community are able to come into the pantry and fill up a grocery bag with no questions asked.
614 Howard Street
Behind the Turchin Center (828) 264-9606
http://www.appwesley.org/index.html
Health Care
Community Care Clinic
This organization provides many medical services for those that are uninsured. Some of these services include basic primary care, specialty care, chiropractic care, acupuncture, counseling, medical education, lab work, and much more. To be eligible for these programs, you must be without medical insurance. 141 Health Center Drive
(828) 265-8591
www.ccclinic.org
Department of Social Services
There is an array of governmental aids available to those in need. Some of these services include food stamps, subsidized/free childcare, elderly/disabled transportation, services for the blind, short-term job training, and much more.
Watauga County
132 Poplar Grove Rd. Connector (828) 265-8100
www.ncdhhs.gov/dss
Watauga County Health Department
This department offers a service called WIC which stands for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC is a nutritional program that provides women and children with access to healthy foods, breastfeeding support, health care referrals, and healthy eating tips for mother and child.
132 Poplar Grove Rd. Connector (828) 264-6635
www.nutritionnc.com
High Country Community Health
The HCCH offers primary care to those either insured or uninsured. Extended clinic hours are available depending on the day as well as a 24/7 answering service operated by nurses. Other services that are provided are OB care for women, behavioral health care, and other support services such as translation for those that speak only Spanish.
132 Poplar Grove Rd. Connector (828) 264-6635
Housing Assistance
Hospitality House of the Boone Area, Inc. This local organization provides many services that are available to anyone. They offer
emergency, transitional, and long term housing as well as three meals a day and available food boxes.
338 Brook Hollow Road (828) 264-1237
www.hospitalityhouseofboone.org
A.S.U. Off-Campus Housing
This website offers many great resources for university students that are in need of off-campus housing
http://offcampus.appstate.edu/index.php
Northwestern Regional Housing Authority This program provides many services that will promote self-sufficiency for the individual and their family. Some of these services include counseling and support, Section 8 rental
assistance, and management of construction in order to ensure affordable housing to those in need.
869 Highway 105, Suite 3 (828) 266-9794
www.nwrha.com
Watauga Crisis Assistance Network (WeCAN) This is a crisis assistance service offered through the Hospitality House. They offer assistance with the threat of eviction, utility cutoffs, loss of needed prescriptions, and follow-up counseling appointments to help ensure future stability.
338 Brook Hollow Road (828) 264-1237
http://www.hospitalityhouseofboone.org/inde x.php?id=35
Legal Services
Blue Ridge Dispute Settlement Center
Watauga county individuals, businesses, and agencies all have access to this database. The site offers lawyer suggestions for a variety of different needs such as adoption, immigration, sexual abuse, disabilities, and much more.
Support Groups and Organizations
AA for Students and Young Adults
If you want to talk to a group of people that understand and support you, come to the AA group for students and young adults. The group meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 at the Wesley Foundation.
AA Meetings
Here is a schedule of all of the Al-Anon meetings in the area.
(828) 264-1212
http://www.booneaa.org/frames/17-alanon.htm
Grief Share
Faith based support system that will help you find local grief support groups. The group is designed to help you transition out of grief by having a video seminar, support group
meetings, and workbook exercises and reflections. The closest Boone location is Mt. Vernon Baptist Church but you can find others by typing in your zip code on the grief share website.
Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 3505 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
www.griefshare.org
(828) 266-9700
NA Meetings
This is a database that will help you find substance abuse meetings and support groups near you.
www.drugstrategies.org
Hospice
Hospice offers support and care for those with life-limiting illnesses and their families. They have a few different programs to help grieving loved ones cope with the loss of someone. Some of the programs are Camp Sunshine, for kids 5-12 years old, and Embers Retreat, for kids 13-18 years old. Both of these events are free.
136 Furman Road Suite 4 Boone, NC 28607
(828) 265-3926
www.highcountryhospice.org
OASIS, Inc.
This organization provides emergency shelter, safety planning, and a confidential and safe environment for survivors of abuse. They also offer services such as legal advice, peer
support, therapeutic support groups, and a 24 hour crisis line.
Office Line: (828) 264-1532 Crisis Line: (828) 262-5035
www.oasisinc.org
NA for Students and Young Adults
If you want to talk to a group of people that understand and support you, come to the NA group for students and young adults. The meetings are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00pm. It will be at St. Luke’s Church, behind Earthfare.
Support for our LGBTQIA Community
High Country Pride
This website is designed to unite and represent the LGBTQIA community. This site has all the local news about events, activism
opportunities, and social activities for everyone in the community. You will also find local resources and volunteer opportunities.
www.highcountrypride.org/index.htm
NC Outings
This is a social network page for people of the LGBTQIA community to find out more
information as well as meeting people in the Boone area. Member have to be 21 and older.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NCOutings/
PFLAG, Lenoir Chapter
Meeting schedule is at 6pm on the 3rd Thursday
of every month. Please contact the email below for more information.
Out and About Dinners
This is where local lesbians and friends can meet up to have dinner once a month. Email only:
OUTright Youth: Caldwell County
This Facebook page is for the LGBTQIA youth community and their allies. You can find out more about events, advocacy, general
information, and meet new supportive people as well.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/OUTright-Youth-of-Catawba-Valley/146898712017977
Trevor Project
This has a 24 hour national hotline and provides crisis/non-crisis support for the LGBTQIA community. There are many different methods for contacting someone on the website for support in a crisis situation such as texting, chatting, submitting a
question, or even a social media outlet called Trevorspace. There are also many
opportunities to volunteer and help people in your area.
http://www.thetrevorproject.org/
24 hour crisis line: (866)-4-U-TREVOR (866)-488-73867
Thrift Stores
Bare Bones Unique Boutique
There are a variety of inexpensive treasures at this boutique such as antiques, adult and children’s clothing, kitchenware, home decor, and much more. The proceeds from this thrift
2670 Old Hwy. 421 South Boone, NC
(828) 264-7339
http://wataugahumane.org/catalog/bare-Goodwill
This is an institution that strives on the success of working and meeting goals. Goodwill
provides many affordable everyday items while creating jobs for those in the community. 231 Boone Heights Drive
Boone, NC 28607 (828) 264-4174
www.goodwill.org
Hebron Colony
There are two local thrift stores provided by Hebron Colony Ministries, one in Boone and Mountain City. They provide items such as clothes, shoes, furniture, books, household appliances, and more.
http://www.hebroncolony.org/thrift_stores.ht ml
Unique Boutique
This thrift store is operated by the organization WAMY and all the proceeds go back into
WAMY so that they are able to help those in need. They offer many low prices for everyday items such as books, clothing, toys, furniture, and more.
147 Perkinsville Road Boone, NC 28607 (828) 264-2436 Ram’s Rack
This thrift store offers many affordable everyday needs such as furniture, clothes, vintage items, and much more.
877 W. King Street Boone, NC 28607 (828) 262-5029
Transportation Services
Appalcart
The appalcart services the whole Watauga County and has 10 free bus routes in Boone and 10 van routes for the entire county. All routes are open to the public and tickets for extended van trips can be purchased.
274 Winkler’s Creek Road (828) 264-2278 or 264-CART
www.appalcart.com
Coach America/Mountaineer Express This is bus transportation taking you from Boone to several other cities running N/S and E/W. Appalachian students get discounted tickets providing they have their student id. (336) 767-1511
www.coachamericanc.com/individualTravelSc hed.shtml
Alternative Transportation
These are some of the programs the University offers to the campus population.
http://sustain.appstate.edu/transit
Department of Motor Vehicles
The DMV administers many driving related services such as driving tests, updating and renewing licenses, and more.
4469 Bamboo Road Boone, NC 28607 (828) 265-5384 www.online.dmv.com
Additional Resources
*211
The national call line by United Way to connect to all area resources
http://www.211.org
Appalachian State University 287 River Street
Boone, NC 28607 (828) 262-2000
www.appstate.edu
Caldwell Community College 212 White Oak Road
GED/HSD-(828) 297-5253 294 Community College Drive College-(828) 297-3811
www.cccti.edu
IHHS Provider Search
Institute for Health and Human Services provides this vast website full of resources
http://www.ihhs.appstate.edu/providers
Todd’s Calendar of Events
This calendar shows you a variety of events going on in the Boone area.
http://www.toddscalendar.com
Watauga County Humane Society
The Humane Society is a home for many homeless animals and their mission is to stop animal cruelty and provide safe and loving homes for all of their animals. They also offer services such a spay/neuter, microchip clinic, pet owning education, and a dog park as well. 312 Paws Way
Boone, NC 28607 (828) 264-7865
http://www.wataugahumanesociety.org/catalo g/index.php
