Community Health Care and Mental Health Needs

Medicaid provides access to physical and behavioral health services to improve health and well-being for North Carolinians. Services include, but are not limited to, physical, behavioral health, and substance use services; pharmacy benefits; and services and supports for people with chronic and long-term health care needs. The NC Medicaid Beneficiary Portal offers information on eligibility and applying for Medicaid. For more information, contact your local Department of Social Services or apply online at https://epass.nc.gov.

Rural Health Centers, located in rural communities of North Carolina, offer basic health care to all residents, regardless of your ability to pay. Call the Rural Health Center in your area to schedule an appointment.

The Medication Assistance Program (MAP) provides assistance to low-income, uninsured patients who need access to prescription drugs and cannot afford them. MAP is available at participating health center sites around the state, such as free and charitable health clinics, and rural and community health centers.

The Hope4NC Helpline is a free, confidential mental health resource available statewide. Individuals can call or text ‘hope’ to 1-855-587-3463, 24 hours a day, seven days a week to access emotional support, counseling referrals and community resources. A live person will always answer, no matter when help is needed.