Ann-Marie McBride
School Social Worker
North Buncombe Elementary
Weaverville Elementary
Weaverville Primary
School Social Work Services
School Social Workers serve as the link between students/families, community and school. I collaborate with parents, guardians, school personnel, and community partners to ensure that students reach their academic and personal potential to be globally productive citizens in the twenty-first century. Support services are provided to students to motivate them to be their best when they are faced with barriers such as:
Absenteeism * Abuse/neglect * Mental health needs
Addictions * Poverty * Homelessness
Each situation is assessed and individual plans are developed with the student/family.
Need a Helping Hand ?
Everyone needs a helping hand in one way or another at some time. There are several resources that I frequently refer families to when needs arise. I have listed a few of these below, but there are many more services available that are not listed here. (See 211 information at the bottom)
ABCCM 259-5300
ABCCM Medical Clinic 259-5339
American Red Cross 258-3888
Asheville Housing Authority 251-5054
Buncombe County DSS 250-5500
Buncombe County Health Dept. 250-5000
Eblen Charities 255-3066
Goodwill Career Center 298-9023
Helpmate (dom. viol. hotline #) 254-0516
Juvenile Justice 225-7330
Mobile Crisis 1-888-573-1006
Motherlove 254-7206 Ext. 116
Mountain Area Job Link 250-4761
Mountain Mobility 258-0186
On Track Financial Services 255-5166
Pisgah Legal Services 253-0406
Salvation Army 253-4723
Swannanoa Valley Christian Min. 669-9404
Valley Child Development Center 686-7800
WNC Community Health Services 285-0622
Western Carolina Rescue Min. 254-0471
You can also dial 211 for a free community referral service. It is available 24 hours a day and it can be accessed by computer at: www.nc211.org.