Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level.
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met.
Eligibility: Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/low-income-services/food-nutrition-services-food-stamps
https://www.access.ms.gov/Application
https://epass.nc.gov/
SNAP Application – PDF Version:
https://policies.ncdhhs.gov/divisional/social-services/forms/dss-8207-application-for-food-and-nutrition-services/@@display-file/form_file/dss-8207-ia.pdf
https://policies.ncdhhs.gov/divisional/social-services/forms/dss-8207-application-for-food-and-nutrition-services/@@display-file/form_file/dss-8207-ia.pdf
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Apply: 800-948-3050
https://www.fns.usda.gov/csfp/commodity-supplemental-food-program
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Beacon of Hope
MANNA Food Bank
Phone: 828-299-3663
627 Swannanoa River Rd
Asheville, NC 28805
Catholic Charities North Carolina Food Pantry Call for details and further information.
Phone: 828-255-0146
50 Orange St
Asheville, NC 28801
Fletcher Food Pantry Call for details and further information.
2840 Hendersonville Rd
Phone: 828-684-6266
Fletcher, NC 28732
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Service for Older Adults Living in Buncombe County
Adult day care, caregiver support, geriatric case management, home health, home care services (non-medical), home repair, physical activity, nutrition, socialization, transportation, advance care planning, dementia assessment, depression and substance abuse resources, and fall prevention resources. Refer to website for resources.
St. Vincent de Paul
The organizations primary focus is to help struggling families with paying their utility bills, it also will help people with paying their rent, provide funds for car repairs, bus tickets, food aid, and money to prevent an eviction. Call for more information and eligibility.
Community Action Opportunities https://communityactionopportunities.org/contact-us/
Phone: 828-252-2495
Weatherization Programs and Services is offered by Community Action Opportunities and it helps individuals and families who have limited incomes stay cooler in summer as well as warmer in the cold western North Carolina winter months. The program will provide free energy saving measures to those that qualify, such as additional insulation, furnace tune ups, caulking, window replacement, and more. All updates, including installation, are free to the applicant. People who are accepted into this program can save hundreds of dollars per year on their utility bills. Both homeowners and renters can apply for weatherization services. In some cases cash grants may also be issued to help pay heating bills, and this is combined with weatherization.
Council on Aging of Buncombe County- Call a Ride
Phone: 828-277-8288
Call A Ride provides volunteer transportation to seniors who can no longer drive themselves and who cannot access public transportation. Eligible seniors are referred by a Service Coordinator and, based upon volunteer availability and service guidelines, may be transported to pick up durable medical equipment, doctor’s visits, grocery stores, hair cuts or other destinations within their communities. Call for eligibility and further information.
NC DHHS
Phone: 704-336-4547
To apply for transportation to a nutrition site, for homebound meal delivery, to a medical facility, or any other location.
NC DHHS -Aging and Adult Services
Working to promote the independence of North Carolina's older adults and their families through community-based systems of services and benefits.
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Home Care Independence
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Adult Day Services
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Housing and Home Improvement
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Family Caregiver Support
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Counseling Services
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Transportation Services
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Senior Opportunity Center:
Phone: 828-350-2062
36 Grove St
Asheville, NC 28801
Located in downtown Asheville, the Senior Opportunity Center offers a variety of programs for senior citizens. Along with a multi-purpose area, the center features a greenhouse, craft and sewing room and a billiard room. Call for hours and further details.
Harvest House
Phone: 828-350-2051
205 Kenilworth Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
Harvest House is located in the Kenilworth neighborhood in east Asheville and offers activities for all ages. The center features pool tables, a loaning library, computer, and a large and small multipurpose room. Several classrooms feature weaving, ceramics, and a full-service woodshop. Shuffleboard courts are located outside the center.