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A Resource Guide
For Older Adults
“Connecting Pitt County Residents With Services For Seniors”
Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc.
4551 County Home Road
Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 752-1717
www.pittcoa.com
2016 Edition
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc. would like to thank the Vidant
Medical Center Foundation for the funding of this directory and the
Orange County Department on Aging for allowing us to duplicate
portions of their resource guide. We would also like to thank the
individuals who agreed to have their pictures on the front cover. In
addition, we are grateful to each organization for sharing information
about their programs and services so that we could provide a
comprehensive directory of resources for seniors in Pitt County.
Lastly, we would like to thank our staff for their dedication and
coordination of this project.
Introduction & Service Summary
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The Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc. is a non-profit agency with a
commitment to enhancing the quality of life for adults by providing access to a
continuum of services, programs, and resources that promote healthy living and
independence.
Through communication, coordination of efforts, cooperation with public and
private entities and a high quality delivery system, the Council enables older
adults to secure and maintain maximum independence and dignity. Through
our daily work, older Americans in Pitt County are provided access to services
they need to lead healthier, more meaningful, productive lives.
Services provided by the Pitt County Council on Aging include:
 Information & Options Counseling
 Home Delivered Meals
 Life Enrichment & Recreational Programs
 Senior Centers – Bethel, Farmville, Fountain, Greenville, Grifton
 Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (S.H.I.I.P.)
(Medicare Counseling)
 Medical Equipment Reassignment Program
 Nutritional Supplement Program
 Transportation (General & Medical)
 Caregiver Classes, Programs and Support
 Volunteer Development Opportunities
For more information about services for seniors call…
(252) 752-1717
or visit the Pitt County Council on Aging on-line at
www.pittcoa.com
Questions About Services for Seniors?
Call a Professional:
(252) 752-1717
Pitt County Council on Aging
Senior InfoLine
“Connecting
the community with resources and
services for seniors.”
The summary information in this guide was designed to be a handy
information and reference resource only. Although every effort has
been made to verify information, changes may take place after the
guide is published. Please call individual providers for verification of
services.
Inclusion in this reference guide does not represent an endorsement of
agencies, companies or general services by the Pitt County Council on
Aging. Resources represented within this reference guide were meant
to be all inclusive based on our mission and expressed interest in
meeting the needs of older adults. The omission or inaccuracy of any
program, service or agency is unintentional and regretful.
Please notify the Pitt County Council on Aging of any changes,
additions or deletions regarding the content of this guide.
Call: (252) 752-1717 or Email: [email protected]
Resource Guide Table of Contents
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Abuse …………………………………………………………………………………… 4
Adult Day Care (See Caregiver Resources) ……………………………………………… 9
Assisted Living Facilities (See Long Term Care) ……………………………………….. 54
Business/Employment ………………………………………………………………... 6
Caregiver Resources (See also Support Groups pg. 85) ……………...………………….. 9
Continuing Care Retirement Communities (See Long Term Care) ………………..... 55
Dementia/Alzheimer’s (See Medical) ………………………….…………………….. 60
Dental Care …………………………………………………………………………… 10
Department of Social Services ………………………………………………………. 12
Disabilities …………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Driving/Vehicle …………………………………………………………………….... 15
Educational Opportunities ………………………………………………………….. 18
Emergency Assistance ……………………………………………………………….. 20
Employment (See Business/Employment) ……………………………………………..... 7
End of Life Care Planning (See also Legal pg. 46) ...…………………………………... 22
Financial/Credit Counseling ……………………………………………………….. 24
Frequently Requested Phone Numbers ……………………………………………... 1
Geriatric Assessment (See Medical) …………………………………………………... 61
Healthcare (See Medical) ………………………………………………………………. 61
Hearing and Speech Impairments ………………………………………………….. 26
Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc.- (252) 752-1717
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Help With Care and Chores In Your Home (See Home Care) ……………………... 28
Home Care ……………………………………………………………………………. 28
Home Delivered Meals ………………………………………………………………. 76
Home Delivered Prescription Medications ………………………………………... 34
Home Health Agencies ………………...……………………………………………. 33
Home Modifications and Repair Programs ……………………………………….. 35
Hospice Care ………………………………………………………………………….. 37
Housing (See also Long Term Care pg. 51) ….…….…………………………………….. 39
Information & Referral ………………………………………………………………. 42
Legal …………………………………………………………………………………… 46
Libraries ……………………………………………………………………………….. 49
Literacy ………………………………………………………………………………... 50
Long Term Care ……………………………………………………………………..... 51
Meal Preparation …………………………………………………………………..…. 57
Medicaid ………………………………………………………………………………. 58
Medical ………………………………………………………………………………... 60
Medical Alert System Providers (Formerly Personal Emergency Alert) ……………… 68
Medical Equipment …………………………………………………………………... 69
Medicare ………………………………………………………………………………. 71
Mental Health Services ………………………………………………………………. 72
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Nursing Homes (See Long Term Care) ………………………………………………… 56
Nutrition ………………………………………………………………………………. 76
Ombudsman (See Long Term Care) ……………………………………………………. 51
Prescription Assistance ……………………………………………………………… 77
Ramps (See Home Modifications & Repair Programs) …………………………………… 35
Recreational/Life Enrichment ………………………………………………………. 80
(See also Information & Referral (pg. 42) and Senior Centers (pg. 83))
Respite (See Caregiver Resources and Department of Social Services) ……...………….. 9, 12
Reverse Mortgage ………………………..…………………………………………... 81
Safety …………………………………………………………………………….…..… 82
Senior Centers ………………………………………………………………………… 83
Social Security ………………………………………………………………………… 84
Support Groups ………………………………………………………………………. 85
Taxes …………………………………………………………………………………... 91
Telephone Services/Reassurance …………………………………………………... 92
Transportation ………………………………………………………………………... 93
Utilities (See also Emergency Assistance pg. 20) ………………………………………… 95
Veteran Services ………………………………..…………………………………….. 96
Visual Impairments ……………………………………………………………....….. 97
Volunteer Opportunities …………………………………………………………..… 99
Websites ……………………………………………………………………………… 101
FREQUENTLY REQUESTED NUMBERS
Agency
Address / Location
Telephone Number
Airport, Pitt-Greenville
400 Airport Road
(252) 758-4707
Animal Control
500 S. Greene Street
(252) 329-4387
Animal Shelter, Pitt County
4550 County Home Rd.
(252) 902-1725
Better Business Bureau
5540 Munford Road, Suite 130
Raleigh, NC 27612
(800) 222-0950
Board of Elections, Pitt
County
1717 W. 5th Street
(252) 902-3300
Business Licenses, Greenville
200 W. 5th Street
(252) 329-4451
Cable TV (Suddenlink
Communications)
2120 W. Arlington Blvd.
(252) 756-5677
Chamber of Commerce,
Greenville-Pitt County
302 S. Greene St.
(252) 752-4101
Channel 7 (WITN)
317 E. Arlington Blvd.
(252) 355-5951
Channel 9 (WNCT)
3221 S. Evans St.
(252) 355-8500
Channel 12 (WCTI)
Greenville, NC
(252) 758-4061
Clerk of Court, Pitt County
100 W. 3rd St.
(252) 695-7100
Convention Center
303 SW Greenville Blvd.
(252) 321-7671
Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Greenville-Pitt County
303 SW Greenville Blvd.
(252) 329-4200
(800) 537-5564
Court House, Pitt County
100 W. 3rd St.
(252) 695-7100
Crime Stoppers, PittGreenville
PO Box 528
(252) 758-7777
Daily Reflector (newspaper)
1150 Sugg Parkway
(252) 329-9500
Department of Agriculture
2 W. Edenton St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 707-3000
Detention Center, Pitt County
124 New Hope Rd.
(252) 902-2868
District Attorney
100 W. 3rd St.
(252) 695-7200
Driver’s License Office, N.C.
Greenville Square
703 Greenville Blvd., Suite 12
(252) 830-3456
East Carolina University
(252) 328-6131
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Agency
Address / Location
Telephone Number
Employment Security
Commission
3101 Bismarck St.
(252) 355-9068
Garbage Collection (City –
Public Works Department)
1500 Beatty St.
(252) 329-4522
GREAT Bus Service
1500 Beatty St.
(252) 329-4532
Greenville Utilities Commission
401 S. Greene St.
(252) 752-7166
Health Department, Pitt
County
201 Government Circle
(252) 902-2300
Homeless Shelter (Greenville
Community Shelter)
207 Manhattan St.
(252) 752-0829
Housing Authority
1103 Broad St.
(252) 329-4000
Humane Society of Eastern
North Carolina
3520 Tupper Dr.
(252) 413-7247
Humber House (NC Division of
Archives & History)
1717 W. 5th Street
(252) 830-6580
IRS – Internal Revenue
Service
2835 S. Charles Blvd.
(252) 561-4040
Landfill, Pitt County
Allen Rd., 3025 Landfill Rd.
(252) 902-3350
Legal Aid
301 Evans St., Suite 200,
(252) 758-0113
Sheppard Memorial Library
530 Evans Street
(252) 329-4580
License Plate Agencies, N.C.
800 Mall Dr., Suite B (Carolina East Centre)
2800 E. 10th Street (Eastgate Shopping Center)
(252) 756-5099
(252) 364-2796
Magistrate’s Office
124 New Hope Rd.
(252) 752-1140
Museum of Art, Greenville
802 Evans St.
(252) 758-1946
N.C. Cooperative Extension
Service
403 Government Circle
(252) 902-1700
Passports (U.S. Post Office)
300 W. 2nd St.
(877) 487-2778
PATS Transit Service
1717 W. 5th St.
(252) 902-2002
Pitt County Development
Commission
111 S. Washington St.
(252) 758-1989
Pitt County Government
1717 W. 5th St.
(252) 902-1000
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Agency
Address / Location
Telephone Number
Pitt County Schools
1717 W. 5th St.
(252) 830-4200
Post Office, U.S.
300 W. 2nd St.
(252) 752-2153
Probation Office
(252) 830-8590
Public Defender
(252) 695-7300
rd
Register of Deeds, Pitt County
(birth certificates, marriage
licenses, etc.)
100 W. 3 St.
(252) 902-1650
Sheriff’s Department, Pitt
County
100 W. 3rd St.
(252) 902-2800
Social Security Office
2805 Charles Blvd.
(866) 494-4001
Social Services, Pitt County
1717 W. 5th St.
(252) 902-1110
(252) 902-1111
Tax Assessor, Pitt County
110 S. Evans St.
(252) 902-3400
Tax Collector, Pitt County
(252) 902-3425
Vidant Medical Center
2100 Stantonsburg Rd.
(252) 847-4100
Information taken directly from the Greenville City Manager’s webpage:
www.greenvillenc.gov/government/city-manager-s-office
City Manager’s Office (Greenville, NC)
Address: 200 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Mailing Address: PO Box 7207, Greenville, NC 27835-7207
Telephone: (252) 329-4432
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ABUSE
Abuse, neglect and exploitation of elderly and disabled adults are some of the
most under recognized and under reported social problems.
Abuse: Willful infliction of physical pain, injury, mental anguish,
unreasonable confinement or the willful deprivation by a caretaker of
services, which are necessary to maintain mental or physical health.
Self-Neglect: Disabled adult who lives alone or has no caretaker and is not
able to provide necessary services to maintain his/her mental and physical
health.
Caretaker Neglect: Failure of the caretaker to provide services necessary to
maintain the physical or mental health of the disabled adult.
Exploitation Indicators: Illegal or improper use of the disabled adult or his
resources for another’s profit or advantage (includes financial).
If you suspect that an elderly or disabled adult may be the victim of abuse, neglect
or exploitation, do not hesitate to call and discuss the situation with a professional.
Your identity will remain confidential, but anonymous calls are also accepted.
Call Adult Protective Services at 902-1110 or 902-1111.
After hours, if someone is in danger, call 911.
Center for Family Violence Prevention – Abuse in Later Life Program
Physical Address: 150 E. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Mailing Address: PO Box 8429, Greenville, NC 27835
Office Telephone: (252) 752-3811 or 1-888-278-6201
Website: www.c4fvp.org
*Addresses family violence issues affecting people age 50 and older. Services
include: information and referral, counseling, safety planning, support group,
outreach and emergency housing. Services are free and confidential.
Greenville Police Department
Family Services Unit
Physical Address: 500 S. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 329-4348
*Provides police officers and victim advocates for victims of domestic violence,
sexual assault/rape and other crimes. Support groups and counseling also provided.
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ABUSE
Victims Compensation Services
NC Department of Crime Control and Public Safety
Mailing Address: 4701 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4703
Telephone: (800) 826-6200 or (919) 733-7974
Website: www.nccrimecontrol.org/
*Provides reimbursement to citizens who experience medical expenses and lost
wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime.
Adult Protective Services
Pitt County Department of Social Services
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/ (click on department descriptions and info)
*Investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation, of elderly and disabled
adults, and provides legal protection when necessary. Reports are kept confidential
and may be made anonymously. If there is even suspicion of abuse, neglect or
exploitation, a report should be made immediately, so that the situation can be
investigated.
Victim Services Office
Pitt County Sheriff’s Department
Physical Address: 100 W. 3rd Street, Greenville, NC 27835
Telephone: (252) 902-2665 or (252) 830-4141 (24 Hour Crisis Line)
Website: www.co.pitt.nc.us/depts or www.pittcountysheriff.com
* Provides emotional support to victims of crime and their families 24 hours a
day. Information and referral is also provided.
REAL Crisis Intervention, Inc.
Address: 1011 Anderson Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 758-4357
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.realcrisis.org
* Non-profit organization providing information and referral, 24 hour crisis
assistance and supportive counseling, which is free of charge and confidential.
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BUSINESS /EMPLOYMENT
BUSINESS/CONSUMER INFORMATION
Better Business Bureau of Eastern NC (BBB)
Address: 5540 Munford Road, Suite 130, Raleigh, NC 27612-2655
Telephone: (919) 277-4222
Fax: (919) 277-4221
Website: www.easternnc.bbb.org
*Provides objective, unbiased information about businesses and encourages/supports
best practices. Consumers can file and search for complaints against businesses
operating online and offline, charities and non-profit organizations. Educational
information and expert advice is also offered on a variety of topics.
Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce
Address: 302 S. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 752-4101
Fax: (252) 752-5934
Website: www.greenvillenc.org
*Offers information and demographics about the Greenville-Pitt community to
current residents, newcomers and businesses. Some services include newcomer’s
packages, community data book (information about local governments and public
education), listing of all the civic clubs and organizations in the community, listing
of manufacturing companies in the area, lunch and learn seminars and more.
National Do Not Call Registry
Telephone: (888) 382-1222
Website: www.donotcall.gov
*This registry gives you a choice of whether or not to receive telemarketing phone
calls. You can register your home phone or cell phone, free of charge. Placing your
number on the registry will stop most, but not all, telemarketing calls. Complaints
can be made if calls continue. Managed by the Federal Trade Commission, the
Nation’s Consumer Protection Agency.
Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc. – (252) 752-1717
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EMPLOYMENT
Eastern Carolina Vocational Center, Inc. (ECVC)
Address: 2100 N. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 758-4188
Website: www.ecvcinc.com
*Provides job training and employment services to persons with disabilities in Pitt
and surrounding counties.
Easter Seals UCP North Carolina – Supported Employment
Address: 702 Cromwell Drive, Suite A, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 353-8001 or (800) 662-7119
Website: http://nc.eastersealsucp.com
*Assists people with disabilities in finding and maintaining employment.
Employment Security Commission of North Carolina
Address: 3101 Bismarck Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-9067
Website: www.ncesc1.com
*Offers employment services, career planning and job search.
Pitt County NC Works Center
Address: 3101 Bismarck Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-9067
Website: www.regionqwdb.org/PittNCW.htm
*Provides career planning, training and placement services for all age groups.
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EMPLOYMENT
Vocational Rehabilitation (Greenville Office)
NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Address: 101 Fox Haven Drive, Greenville, NC 27835
Telephone: (252) 830-8560 or (877) 858-8461
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dvrs/
*Assists consumers with physical and emotional disabilities in developing job skills
and securing job placement.
NC Division of Services For The Blind (Local Office)
Address: 404 St. Andrews Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-9016 or (800) 422-1877
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dsb/
*Provides assessment of employment needs, vocational and other job-related
training, job counseling, job placement and follow-up.
Senior Community Service Employment Program
NCOA – North Carolina Resource Center
Address: 415 East Boulevard, Williamston, NC 27892
Telephone: (252) 210-9621
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/adult-services/
*Provides part-time employment and on-the-job training opportunities to
individuals over the age of 55. Career information and guidance, resume’
preparation and job placement services are also provided.
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CAREGIVER RESOURCES
ADULT DAY HEALTH
Creative Living Center
Address: 901 Staton Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 757-3344
Website: www.creativelivingnc.org
*An adult day health care program that serves senior and disabled adults, 18 years of
age or older, in Pitt and surrounding counties. Services include: on-site RN/LPN
(4 hours per day), along with therapeutic programs and activities. Participants
must complete a registration process in advance. Both grants and private pay are
available. Private pay fees are based on the participant’s level of care and income.
SUPPORT AND EDUCATION
Family Caregiver Resource Specialist
Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging
Address: 1385 John Small Avenue, Washington, NC 27889
Telephone: (252) 974-1837
Website: www.mecaaa.org
*Provides information and assistance, individual counseling, support groups,
caregiver training and respite services to senior citizens in Beaufort, Bertie,
Hertford, Martin and Pitt counties.
RELIEF FOR CAREGIVERS
Respite Program
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Provides relief for the primary caregiver. A certified aide provides up to 4 hours per
week of supervision for the care recipient. Call for eligibility guidelines.
Some long-term care facilities provide overnight respite for a fee. Contact the Pitt
County Council on Aging at (252) 752-1717 for a listing of participating facilities in
Pitt County.
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DENTAL CARE
Affordable Dentures
Address: (Local) 1400 Industrial Drive, Kinston, NC 28504
Telephone: (252) 523-0544
Website: www.affordabledentures.com
* Provides Affordable Dentures® and related denture and tooth extraction services.
Same day service options are available. Fees do apply. Call for details.
Dental Lifeline Network
Address: (National) 1800 15th Street, Suite 100, Denver, CO 80202
Telephone: (303) 534-5360
Website: http://dentallifeline.org/
*A national humanitarian organization providing access to dental services for
disabled, elderly or medically compromised individuals through a national network
of volunteer dentists.
East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine
Address: Ledyard E. Ross Hall, 1851 Macgregor Downs Road, Greenville,
NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 737-7834
*Provides community oriented dental services with affordable fees in a universitybased environment. Private pay and insurance accepted. Call for details.
James D. Bernstein Dental Center
Address: 261 Belvoir Highway, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 695-6352
*Provides dental cleanings, fillings, extractions, root canals, crowns, bridges, and
partial and full dentures for individuals with no insurance. Prices based on a sliding
fee scale.
NC Medicaid & NC Health Choice Dental Providers List
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dma/dental/dentalprov.htm
*A list of dentists who are enrolled in the NC Medicaid Program and are willing to
provide dental care to Medicaid beneficiaries. Providers are listed by County.
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DENTAL CARE
NC Mission of Mercy
Address: North Carolina Dental Society, 1600 Evans Road, Cary, NC 27513
Telephone: (919) 677-1396 or 1-800-662-8754
*An outreach program of the NC Dental Society that provides free mobile dental
clinics. Provides dental treatment to individuals who are financially underserviced.
Call for clinic dates and additional details.
North Carolina Donated Dental Services
Address: P.O. Box 3643, Cary, NC 27519
Telephone: (919) 677-9001 or (877) 650-9001
*A program that provides dental care "for disabled, elderly, or medicallycompromised individuals who cannot afford necessary treatment nor get public aid."
Services are coordinated by a DDS representative, who acts as the liaison between
the patient, dentist, and dental laboratories.
Tooth Wisdom
Website: www.toothwisdom.org
*A web-based information and referral service providing information about health
resources for older adults.
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DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
(PITT COUNTY)
Pitt County Department of Social Services (DSS)
(Administration, Social Work & Day Care Services)
203 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
(Income Maintenance, Child Support & Medicaid Services)
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-111
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/depts/dss/
The Pitt County Department of Social Services provides financial assistance and
social services to all residents of Pitt County who meet eligibility criteria. Its
purpose is to enable individuals to function at their maximum capacity, to become
self-sufficient, to improve their standard of living, to learn to cope adequately with
their problems, and to provide preventive services that will avoid family breakup
and enable individuals to remain in their own homes. The two main program areas
providing services are Income Maintenance Programs and the Services/Social
Work Programs.
Income Maintenance Programs include - Work First Employment Services,
Housing Referrals, Food Assistance (Food Stamps), Child Support Services,
Emergency and Crisis Assistance, Work First Family Assistance, and Medicaid.
Social Services also arranges for transportation to medical appointments for
persons who receive Medicaid and have no means of transportation.
Services/Social Work Programs include - Adoption, Day-Care for Children, Foster
Care for Adults and Children, Protective Services for Children and Adults, Case
Management Services for Children and Adults, Services to the Handicapped or
Aged and Disabled to include CAP (Community Alternative Program), Respite,
Case Management and In-Home Services. The Department also monitors rest
homes.
*Information above was taken directly from the Pitt County Government website:
www.pittcountync.gov
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DISABILITIES
The ARC of Pitt County
Address: 2408 S. Charles Blvd., Suite 1, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 756-1056
Website: www.thearc.org
*Provides advocacy, support, education, training, workshops, family support and
public awareness regarding developmental disabilities.
Disability Advocates & Resource Center (DARC)
Address: 702-A Johns Hopkins Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-6215
Website: htttp://darcnc.org
*Provides several services for independent living to persons with disabilities and
their families. Services include: advocacy, information and referral, peer mentoring
and independent living skills training.
Easter Seals UCP
Address: (Local Office) 600 Lyndale Court, Suite F. Greenville, NC 27858
(Regional Office) 5171 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC 27612
Telephone: (252) 353-8001 or 1-800-662-7119
Website: http://nc.eastersealsucp.com
*Provides individual and community supports, child and family services, mental
health services, supported employment training, durable medical equipment and
advocacy.
Eastern Carolina Vocational Center, Inc. (ECVC)
Address: 2100 N. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 758-4188
Website: www.ecvcinc.com
*Provides job training and employment services to persons with disabilities in
Pitt and surrounding counties.
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DISABILITIES
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program
Address: 2313-A Executive Park Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 830-8575 (Voice/TTY)
Website: www.ncatp.org
*Provides assistive technology services to people of all ages and abilities. Adaptive
equipment is available for demonstrations and short-term loan. Some services have a
fee.
Independent Living Program (Greenville Office)
NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
Telephone: (252) 830-3471 or (800) 830-8133
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dvrs/pwd/ils.htm
*Serves physically and mentally disabled individuals with independent living
training, home and vehicle modification, peer counseling, advocacy, recreational
therapy, leisure activities, coordination of resources, assistance with adaptive aids
and prosthetics.
Vocational Rehabilitation (Greenville Office)
NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Telephone: (252) 830-8560 or (877) 858-8461
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dvrs/pwd/
* Assists consumers with physical and emotional disabilities in developing job skills
and securing job placement.
Self-Help Credit Union
Telephone: (800) 966-7353
Website: www.self-help.org/assistivetech
*Provides loans to purchase assistive technology devices. Call for details.
Social Security Administration (Regional Office)
Address: 2805 S. Charles Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (866) 494-4001
Website: www.ssa.gov
*Assistance in applying for Social Security benefits including disability, retirement,
survivors benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare.
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DRIVING/VEHICLE
AAA (American Automobile Association) Carolinas
Telephone: (800) 888-3262 (ext. 10883)
Website: http://carolinas.aaa.com/
*“Roadwise Review: A Tool to Help Seniors Drive Safely Longer” is an interactive
CD-ROM that measures 8 physical and mental abilities which can be utilized in the
privacy of an individual’s home.
AARP Driver Safety Program (Pitt County)
Telephone: (252) 847-8688 (For Event Times & Location)
Website: http://www.aarp.org/families/driver_safety/
*A classroom refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. The course is designed to
help older drivers remain safe on today’s roads. No fee in Pitt County due to
sponsorship from Safe Communities Coalition of Pitt County and Pitt Partners for
Health, in collaboration with the local AARP chapter.
Carolina Road Driving School
Telephone: (866) 720-8968 or (252) 565-7731
Address: 3015 South Memorial Dr., Suite D, Greenville, NC 27834
Website: http://carolinas.aaa.com/
*A North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles licensed and approved driving
school. Serves individuals who need additional driving instruction or need a quick
turnaround toward their permit or license.
Getting-Around.org (Alternatives for Seniors Who No Longer Drive)
Website: http://gettingaround.seniordrivers.org/home/
*An interactive website that offers practical tools, information and resources for
older drivers, family members of older drivers, professionals and others with an
interest in the aging and driving issue.
InRoads Driver Assessment Program
Address: Day Rehabilitation Center, 2264 Stantonsburg Rd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-6365 or (252) 847-4100
Website: www.vidanthealth.com
*Evaluates an individual’s physical and visual skills, perceptual and cognitive
abilities, need for adaptive equipment and on-the-road skills. Driver's training is
available for appropriate clients. Costs are not covered by insurance and must be
paid by the individual. Call for an appointment.
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DRIVING/VEHICLE
NC DMV (NC Division of Motor Vehicles)
Address: 1100 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27697
Telephone: (919) 715-7000 (State Office)
Website: http://www.ncdot.gov
*Delivers motor vehicle services, promotes highway safety, enforces motor vehicle
laws and maintains the integrity of official DMV records. Some of the services
provided are outlined below:
NC DMV (Medical Evaluation & Review)
Address: NC DMV, Medical Evaluation & Review Unit
3112 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-3112
Telephone: (919) 861-3809
*Accepts reports from physicians, courts, other DMV offices, police, family
members, and other sources regarding unsafe drivers that should no longer drive.
All medical information that is submitted to the DMV is reviewed. Reports are not
anonymous or confidential and must be signed. The driver may request a copy of
his/her record.
NC DMV Vehicle Registration and License Plate Renewal Office(s):
 Greenville LPA
(Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm)
703 Greenville Blvd., Suite 18, Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 756-5099
 Town of Farmville Municipal Building
(Monday – Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm; Friday, 8:00am-12:00pm)
3672 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
(252) 753-6726
NC DMV (Handicapped Placards / Plates)
Contact the Vehicle and License Plate Renewal Offices listed below.
Applications also available online at:
www.ncdot.gov
*Both permanent and temporary handicap placards/plates are available through the
NCDOT Division of Motor Vehicles for a fee. A Handicapped Drivers Registration
Plate (showing the international symbol of access—a wheelchair) is also available to
handicapped or visually impaired people for the regular license fee.
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DRIVING/VEHICLE
NC DMV Driver’s License Agency (Pitt County)
 Greenville Square
(Monday – Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm; Saturday, 8:00am-12:00pm)
703 Greenville Blvd., Suite 12, Greenville, NC 27834
(252) 830-3456 or (252) 830-3457
NC DMV (Identification Cards)
Contact any of the Driver’s License Offices listed above.
*Any resident of North Carolina can be issued a special identification card, for
a fee, provided he or she does not have a valid driver license.
Pitt County Safe Communities Coalition Driver Improvement Course
Pitt Community College
Address: Greenville Center, 3107 S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 493-7388
Website: www.pittcc.edu
*A driver improvement course for adults who have been charged in Pitt County with
speeding greater than 15 mph over the posted speed limit but not more than 25 mph
over the posted speed limit. Upon successful completion of the course the District
Attorney will reduce your speeding citation to 9 mph over the posted speed limit.
Fees do apply. Call for details.
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Seniors: Past, Present and Future is published monthly by the Pitt County Council on
Aging. It lists programs that are held throughout the county, including a variety of
educational opportunities. It is available at the senior centers, on the Pitt County
Council on Aging website (www.pittcoa.com), as well as libraries and other public
locations. If you would like to be added to the mailing list for the newsletter
and/or receive a monthly calendar of activities, please call (252) 752-1717.
Adult Basic Education Courses
Address: Pitt Community College – Registration Office
3107 S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Mailing Address: Pitt Community College, PO Drawer 7007, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 493-7396
Website: www.pittcc.edu/continuing-education/programs/basic-skills
*Adult Basic Education (ABE) courses are taught on the Pitt Community College
Campus. Available to individuals ages 16 and above. Classes are free of charge.
Lifelong Learning Program
East Carolina University, Division of Continuing Studies
Telephone: (252) 328-9198 or (800) 767-9111
Website: www.ecu.edu/llp
*The Division of Continuing Studies at East Carolina University is planning to
offer a Lifelong Learning Program to meet the learning needs of adults 50 and older
in eastern North Carolina. Opportunities for intellectual stimulation, creative
expression and personal development will be offered with no academic credits,
examinations or grades. The adults’ desire for the joy of learning and personal
fulfillment will be the underlying principle of these activities. For those interested in
getting involved in program planning and/or the upcoming offerings, please contact
Dr. Harbit at the number listed above.
Literacy Volunteers – Pitt County
Address: 105-A E. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 353-6578
Website: www.pittliteracy.org
*Trained volunteer tutors provide one on one and small group tutoring to adults
with limited reading, writing or English speaking/literacy skills.
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
NC Cooperative Extension (Pitt County)
Address: 403 Government Circle, Suite 2, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-1700
Website: http://pitt.ces.ncsu.edu/
*Provides resources, publications and educational programs on a wide variety of
topics.
Pitt Community College Continuing Education Department
Address: Economic and Community Development
3107 S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Mailing Address: PO Drawer 7007, Greenville, NC 27835-7007
Telephone: (252) 493-7388
*Provides training and basic education for adults, regardless of their previous
education. Variety of classes offered to enhance skills for a career or just for one’s
personal enrichment.
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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Limited funds are available for fuel, food, medicine, utilities, rent, and other
emergencies to individuals and families in crisis. Eligibility requirements, services
and office hours vary by agency. Please call the agency listed for more
information.
Catholic Charities
Address: 204 E. Arlington Blvd., Suite L, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 355-5111
*Provides a small clothing and food pantry. Call for details.
Integrated Family Services (Mobile Crisis Team)
Address: 2269 Stantonsburg Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (866) 437-1821 or (252) 439-0700
*A mobile crisis unit that serves Greenville, Ahoskie, and Wilson.
Hope of Glory Ministries
Address: 103 E. Arlington Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 321-6857 or (252) 227-4684
*Distributes food items, household goods, and clothing. By appointment only. Call
for details.
(Emergency Services/Crisis Intervention)
Address: Human Services Building, 203 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Operates the emergency financial assistance program to assist with rent, food,
utilities, and fuel for individuals and families in crisis. Eligibility guidelines vary by
program. Call for details.
Real Crisis Intervention, Inc.
Telephone: (252) 758-4357
Email: [email protected]
*Provides information and referral, crisis intervention/counseling, Pitt Resource
Connection (professional network and database of other organizations that provide
emergency assistance), community outreach, victim services and volunteer
opportunities throughout Pitt County.
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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Salvation Army
Address: 2337 Dickinson Avenue, Greenville, NC 27834
Mailing Address: PO Box 113 Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 756-3388 or (252) 756-5215 (Thrift Store/Donation Site)
*Provides assistance with food, clothing, medication, utilities and rent. Must meet
eligibility requirements. Call for details.
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END OF LIFE CARE PLANNING
See also: LEGAL
Advance Care Planning Education and Clinics
Address: 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Provides Advance Care Planning Education and Clinics in partnership with
Vidant Health on a quarterly basis. Certified Respecting Choices volunteers,
including notaries, are available to assist in the preparation of living wills and
healthcare power of attorney documents. Free of charge. Call for dates and times.
Advance Healthcare Directive Registry (On-Line Registry)
Department of Secretary of State
Physical Address: 2 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Mailing Address: PO Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622
Telephone: (919) 807-2167
Website: www.secretary.state.nc.us/ahcdr
*Individuals can download and register advance directives and make them available
on-line using a pass code. In order to register the completed documents online, send
a $10 fee (per document) with the documents to the above address.
Available documents include: health care power of attorney, living will, advance
instructions for mental health treatment and anatomical gifts (organ donations).
Changes can be made at later dates.
End of Life Care Coalition of Eastern Carolina
Telephone: (252) 847-0868
Website: www.endoflifecarecoalition.org
*Provides education and support to help area residents have conversations and make
decisions that lead to compassionate and comfortable care at the end of life.
o Advanced Care Planning Clinics-- trained facilitators and notaries assist
individuals in completing advance directive documents (living wills and
health care powers of attorney) free of charge.
o Educational Series--addresses issues related to advance care planning or end
of life issues. Programs are offered throughout the year. Call for upcoming
events and locations.
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END OF LIFE CARE PLANNING
See also: LEGAL
Palliative Care
Compassionate, specialized care, designed to give relief to patients through
symptom management and by addressing the spiritual, emotional and
psychosocial burdens of disease. The goal is not to cure, but to provide comfort
and maintain the highest possible quality of life. If you or a loved one is a patient
at Vidant Medical Center and you are interested in learning more about the
palliative care services offered by the hospital, call (252) 847-0868.
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FINANCIAL
CREDIT COUNSELING
The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors
Address: 3250 N. Arlington Heights Road, Suite 109, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Telephone: (847) 483-5400 or (888) 333-6659
Website: www.napfa.org
*Maintains a listing of financial advisors that charge a fee, instead of a commission.
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
For many seniors, paying bills can be very difficult, but there are options.
Individuals can be hired or family members can help. By going on-line, long
distance family members can quickly and easily pay bills.
Paperwork Solutions, LLC
Telephone: (252) 758-2909
Website: www.paperworksolutions.net/Paperwork_Solutions_LLC/Resume.html
*Provides assistance with day-to-day financial tasks such as bill paying, check
writing, statement reconciliation, organizing documents, verifying insurance
claims, creating budgets and handling correspondence. Clients are provided services
in their own homes so they remain actively involved in their affairs. Fee involved,
call for details.
OTHER FINANCIAL/CREDIT COUNSELING SERIVCES
City of Greenville
Community Development – Financial Education Programs
Telephone: (252) 329-4509
*Various financial literacy classes offered by the City of Greenville’s Community
Development Department. Class offerings and locations vary. Call for details.
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FINANCIAL
OTHER FINANCIAL/CREDIT COUNSELING SERIVCES
Benefits CheckUp
Website: www.benefitscheckup.org
*A free, web based service provided by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).
Asks a series of questions to help identify financial benefit programs you may qualify
for. Some program applications available online. Visit website for more details.
The Benefit Bank
Website: www.thebenefitbank.org
*Online service that centralizes the process of applying for financial assistance
programs and resources such as food assistance, health coverage, and home energy
assistance. Visit the online tool for more information.
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HEARING AND SPEECH IMPAIRMENTS
Better Hearing Institute
Address: 1444 I Street NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20005
Telephone: (202) 449-1100 or (800) 327-9355 (Consumer Help Line)
Website: www.betterhearing.org
*Not-for-profit organization that educates the public about the issues of hearing loss.
They produce and distribute educational materials about hearing loss and operate a
call center for consumers who have questions about hearing loss.
ECU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
Address: 1310 Health Sciences Building, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 744-6104
Website: http://www.ecu.edu/cs-dhs/csd/clinic.cfm
*Offers comprehensive hearing and balance services including speech-language
consultation, evaluation and therapy. Hearing screenings and informational
programs are also offered.
Hear Now
Starkey Hearing Foundation
Address: 6700 Washington Avenue South, Eden Praire, MN 55344
Telephone: (800) 328-8602 or (866) 354-3254
Website: www.starkeyhearingfoundation.org
*Provides free or low cost hearing aids to deaf and hard of hearing persons with
limited financial resources who permanently reside within the United States.
Hear Now also collects hearing aids for recycling purposes.
Help America Hear Program – Sponsored By: Foundation for Sight and Sound
Address: PO Box 1245, Smithtown, NY 11787
Telephone: (631) 366-3461
Website: www.foundationforsightandsound.org
* Provides new high quality hearing aids nationwide to adults and children with
limited financial resources. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria. Contact
organization for greater details.
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HEARING AND SPEECH IMPAIRMENTS
International Hearing Society
Address: 16880 Middlebelt, Suite 4, Livonia, MI 48154
Telephone: (734) 522-7200
Website: http://ihsinfo.org
* Provides information on hearing loss and referral to hearing specialists.
Referrals for assistance with obtaining hearing aids are also provided.
Wilson Regional Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Address: 2705 Wooten Blvd., Wilson, NC 27893
Telephone: (800) 999-6828 Toll Free Voice (252) 243-3104 Voice
(800) 205-9925 Toll Free TTY
(800) 205-9925 TTY
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dsdhh/rrc/wilson/wilson.htm
*Provides numerous direct, community-based services for the deaf, hard of hearing,
deaf-blind and deaf with other disabilities living in North Carolina. Centers are
open to customers and their families, professionals and individuals seeking
information or assistance.
Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (TEDP)
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,
Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing
Contact: Wilson Regional Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
(see information above)
*Provides specialized telephone equipment, at no charge, to financially qualifying
residents of NC with a hearing or speech impairment. Equipment includes text
telephones (TTYs or TDDs), amplified telephones, hearing aids with t-coil
technology, large visual display telephones, voice-carryover telephones,
electro larynx and speech aid equipment. An application must be completed.
Telecommunications Relay Service (Relay NC)
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,
Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing
Contact: Wilson Regional Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
(see information above)
*Allows a deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or speech impaired individual to use
special equipment to call to the Relay Center. A specially trained operator relays
messages between the relay user using a text telephone or an assistive device and a
hearing person using a standard telephone.
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HOME CARE
Trained professionals and paraprofessionals in Pitt County provide a range of
services that can enable a functionally impaired person to remain at home and they
are outlined in this section.
North Carolina State Licensing Agency for Home Care Providers
NC Division of Health Service Regulation
Address: 2711 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2711
Telephone: (919) 855-4620 (Acute and Home Care Licensure & Certification Section)
Website: http://www2.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/
The NC Division of Health Service Regulation can provide an up-to-date listing of
licensed home care, home health, and hospice provider agencies within the state of
North Carolina. This information can be accessed by calling the Division at (919)
855-4620 or visiting their website at http://www2.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/.
A Consumer's Guide to Home Care In North Carolina is available on the
NC Division of Health Service Regulation website.
IN-HOME COMPANIONSHIP AND CARE SERVICES
Provide fee-for-service aides to assist with tasks such as companionship,
transportation, meal preparation, errands, etc. Personal care assistance is
sometimes available, but varies by agency.
Pitt County Department of Social Services (Adult Services Unit)
In-home Aide Services Program (IHAS)
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Provides assistance with personal care and housekeeping for individuals over the
age of 60 who do not receive Medicaid. Eligibility and the level of assistance needed
will be determined by a social worker after an in-home assessment has been
completed. Program availability is based on funding.
For a list of independent caregivers (private pay aides/sitters) call the
Pitt County Council on Aging at (252) 752-1717
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HOME CARE
HOME CARE AGENCIES
Provide nurse-supervised aides who can assist with homemaking, companionship
and personal care tasks. Medicare does not pay for this service. Some agencies
may accept long-term care insurance. Medicaid may fund the service with a
physician’s order. Contact the agency for more information.
Action Health Staffing
Address: 609-A Country Club Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 756-0300
Website: www.actionhealthstaffing.net
*Medicaid certified; requires a physician’s order for Medicaid. Private pay also
accepted. Call for details.
ASG Home Health
Address: 134 Roundabout Court, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Telephone: (252) 446-7856
At Home Personal Care Services Inc. of North Carolina
Address: 1700 E. Arlington Blvd., Suite A, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 321-9300
Alanticare, Inc.
Address: 323 Clifton Street, Suite 9, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 321-5510
Website: www.atlanticarehomecare.com
Bayada Home Health Care
Address: 2485 Hemby Lane, Suite B, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 458-0001
Website: www.bayada.com
*Medicaid certified; requires a physician’s order for Medicaid. Private pay and some
private insurance plans also accepted. Call for details.
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HOME CARE
HOME CARE AGENCIES
C & S Home Care, Inc.
Address: 110 E. Arlington Blvd., Suite I, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 756-1205
Carolinas Home Care
Address: 130 West Washington Street, Bethel, NC 27812
Telephone: (252) 825-3212
ComForcare Senior Services
Address: 125-A Oakmont Street, Suite 3, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 830-4020
Website: www.comforcare.com
Community Home Care & Hospice
Address: 150-F E. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 321-1528
Website: www.communityhch.com
East Carolina Outreach Home Health Care
Address: 1528 S. Evans Street, Suite C-3, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 756-2607
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HOME CARE
HOME CARE AGENCIES
Home Life Care
Address: 4054 S. Memorial Drive, Suite H, Winterville, NC 28590
Telephone: (252) 355-1118 or (866) 355-1118
Website: www.homelifecareinc.com
Infiniti Home Care
Address: 300 W. Arlington Blvd., Suite E, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (919) 825-1191
Interim Healthcare – Morris Group, Inc.
Address: 103-C Commerce Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 758-7665
Website: www.interimhealthcare.com
Maxim Health Care Services
Address: 1400 E. Firetower Road, Suite 100, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 215-3027
Website: www.maxhealth.com
NorthCare Health Services
Address: 150 E. Arlington Blvd, Suite B, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 757-0029 or (800) 849-0029
Website: http://northcarehealthservices.com/prosite/
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HOME CARE
HOME CARE AGENCIES
Pinnacle Home Care, Inc.
Address: 903 E. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 355-4703
Website: www.pinnhomecare.com
*Medicaid certified; requires a physician’s order for Medicaid. Cannot pay privately.
Call for details.
Quality Home Staffing, Inc.
Address: 300-D W. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 353-8739
Website: www.qualityhomestaffing.com
SILVERcare
Address: 2865 Charles Blvd., Greenville, NC 27836
Telephone: (252) 355-5677 or (800) 677-6223
Website: www.silvercareweb.com
Visiting Angels
Address: 1302 E. Firetower Road, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 227-9080 or (800) 365-4189
Website: www.visitingangels.com
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HOME CARE
HOME HEALTH AGENCIES
Medicare certified home health agencies provide a variety of skilled services such
as nursing, social work, and physical, speech and occupational therapies. Nursesupervised personal care aides are sometimes provided. All services require a
physician’s order.
3HC Home Health and Hospice
Address: 1880 W. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 758-8212
Website: www.3HC.org
Gentiva Home Health
Address: 1970 W. Arlington Blvd., Suite B-2, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 353-3300
Website: www.gentiva.com
Vidant Home Health and Hospice
Address: 1005 WH Smith Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-7830 or (800) 227-3894
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HOME DELIVERED
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS
Best Value Pharmacy
Address: 3708 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-2092
Website: www.bestvaluedrug.com
*Delivers within Pitt County; $1.00 fee for delivery.
Edward’s Pharmacy
Address: 131 3rd Street, Ayden, NC 28513
Telephone: (252) 746-3492 ext. 4
Website: www.edwardsdrugs.com
*Delivers within a 50 mile radius of Pitt County; no fee for delivery.
Healthwise Pharmacy
Address: 615-B S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 752-0338
Website: www.healthwisepharmacy.com
*Delivers within Pitt County; no fee for delivery.
Hometown Pharmacy
Address: 1631 SE Greenville Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 752-0003
Website: www.hometowndiscountpharmacy.com
*Delivers within Pitt County; no fee for delivery.
Kue’s Pharmacy
Address: 3793 S. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-4697
*Delivers within Farmville city limits and a 12 mile radius thereof. Inquire about
other areas; $1.00 fee for delivery.
Medical Park Pharmacy
Telephone: (252) 321-0222
Website: www.medicalparkpharmacy.net
*Delivers within Greenville & Winterville; no fee for delivery of prescription
medications; $1.50 delivery fee for over-the-counter medications; same day delivery
available; call for details.
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HOME MODIFICATIONS & REPAIR PROGRAMS
Community Development Program--Pitt County Planning Department
Telephone: (252) 902-3280 or (252) 902-3257
The Community Development Program uses funds from various sources to
provide four different grants that help rehabilitate or replace houses that are
occupied by the homeowner and located outside the city limits. Each
program has strict eligibility requirements and funding guidelines. Call the
number listed above for more information. The programs are listed below:
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)—This grant also offers the
same funding limitations and follows the same strict guidelines as the HOME grant.
However, this grant is only offered every three years.
NC Housing Finance-Single Family Rehabilitation (SFR)—This grant is
available for senior citizens (age 62+). This grant also offers the same funding
limitations and follows the same strict guidelines as the HOME grant. However,
this grant is only offered every three years.
NC Housing Finance-Urgent Repair Program (URP)—This grant offers
specific urgent repairs to life and health threatening concerns. However, this grant
is only offered every other year.
Community Development Department--City of Greenville Planning Department
Telephone: (252) 329-4481 or (252) 329-4505
The home rehabilitation programs listed below are designed to assist low to
moderate owner occupied households in the rehabilitation of their homes.
Recipients must reside within the city limits of Greenville. Each program
has strict eligibility requirements and funding guidelines. Brief descriptions
are provided below, please call for detailed guidelines and criteria.
Elderly Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program--Deferred payment, home
rehabilitation loans for low-to-middle income homeowners over the age of 62.
Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Grant/Loan Program—Rehabilitation grants
and loans for low and moderate income individuals. Homes must be owned,
presently occupied by the homeowner and be within designated areas of the city.
Caring Christian Carpenters
First United Methodist Church
Address: 304 W. Second Street, Washington, NC 27889
Telephone: (252) 946—3311 or (252) 320-0055
* Volunteer based program that builds ramps within a 1 hour radius of the
Pitt/Beaufort County line. Call for more details.
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HOME MODIFICATIONS & REPAIR PROGRAMS
Independent Living Program
Telephone: (252) 830-3471
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dvrs/iloffices.htm
* This program provides home modifications and equipment purchases for eligible
persons with significant disabilities so they can live independently.
Rebuilding Together (Pitt County)
Physical Address: Lucille W. Gorham Inter-Generational Community Center
1100 Ward Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 814-0600
Website: http://rebuildingtogetherpittcounty.org/
* Provides low-income homeowners with critical home repairs, accessibility
modifications and energy-efficient upgrades. Call for more details and to schedule an
appointment.
Rural Development, USDA (Greenville Area Office)
Telephone: (252) 752-2035
* Offers housing improvement and repair grants for senior citizens, housing loans to
farm and non-farm residents and rural housing loans.
Veterans Affairs (Home Improvements and Structural Alterations)
Telephone: (252) 902-3090
*Assists disabled veterans with necessary home improvements to provide access
to/in the home. Other eligibility requirements exist. Call for more details.
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HOSPICE CARE
Provides palliative care for terminally ill patients. Physician or others (social
workers, family members, etc.) can refer patients. For the latter, the hospice
physician will be consulted. Patients should have a life expectancy of six months
or less. Bereavement counseling (both individual and group) is available, whether
Hospice services were or were not used prior to a patient’s death.
Carolinas Center for Hospice and End of Life Care
Mailing Address: 1230 SE Maynard Road, Suite 203, Cary, NC 27511
Telephone: (919) 459-5380 or (800) 662-8859
Website: www.cchospice.org
*Can access information about hospices throughout NC and SC.
INPATIENT HOSPICE FACILITY
Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice Facility
Address: 920 Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-1230
*Non-residential, eight-bed facility designed to create a homelike environment for the
patient, family and friends. The facility provides inpatient hospice care to patients
who require a more intensive level of care, usually available only at a hospital. The
goal is to provide short-term, comprehensive, and intensive interventions that will
stabilize patients, make it possible for them to return to their home setting and
continue receiving home hospice care.
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HOSPICE CARE
OUTPATIENT HOSPICE CARE IN THE HOME
3HC Home Health and Hospice
Telephone: (252) 758-8212
Website: www.3hc.org/
Amedisys Hospice Care
Address: 1072 Hwy. 64, Plymouth, NC 27962
Telephone: (252) 791-0490 or (855) 808-4202
Website: www.amedisys.com
Aseracare Hospice
Address: 112 W. Firetower Road, Winterville, NC 28590
Telephone: (252) 756-3803 or (800) 685-4525
Website: www.aseracare.com
Community Home Care and Hospice
Address: 150 E. Arlington Blvd., Suite F, Greenville, NC 27858
Website: www.communityhch.com
Telephone: (252) 321-1528
Pruitt Health and Hospice - Farmville
Address: 3409 RL Davis Lane, Farmville, NC 27262
Telephone: (252) 753-7741
Website: www.pruitthealth.com
Vidant Home Health & Hospice
Address: 1005 WH Smith Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-7830 or (800) 227-3894
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HOUSING
The Pitt County Council on Aging maintains a listing of independent and
subsidized apartments for seniors. Although some of the units are solely for senior
citizens, others have no age limit, but are listed because they are subsidized.
Contact information, as well as application guidelines and age restrictions are
noted. Please contact the Pitt County Council on Aging at (252) 752-1717 for
a “Housing List”.
HOMELESS SHELTER
Community Crossroads Center
Address: 207 Manhattan Avenue, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 752-0829
Website: www.communitycrossroadscenter.org
*Provides shelter for people who are temporarily homeless; 98-bed capacity; 24-hour
staffing; open seven days a week. Job training skills, social services and transitional
housing (certain restrictions and eligibility criteria) can also be provided. Call for
details.
LOCAL HOUSING AUTHORITY LOCATIONS
Ayden Housing Authority
Address: 705 Liberty Street, Ayden, NC 28513
Telephone: (252) 746-2021
*Provides income-based rental housing.
Farmville Housing Authority
Address: 172 Anderson Avenue, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-5347
Greenville Housing Development Corporation
Address: 1103 Broad Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 329-4000
Website: www.ghanc.net
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HOUSING
OTHER RESOURCES
Fair Housing Project
Legal Aid of NC
Address: 224 S. Dawson Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Telephone: (855) 797-3247
Website: www.fairhousingnc.org
*Provides education and outreach on fair housing issues. Offers legal representation
to individuals who have been discriminated against. Call for eligibility details.
Habitat for Humanity of Pitt County, Inc.
Address: 210 E. 14th Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 758-2947 or (252) 329-8364 (ReStore)
Website: www.habitatpittco.org
*Accepts donations to build houses for persons who meet income eligibility
requirements. Clients work with volunteers to build their own house which is sold
to them at no profit and a 0%interest rate.
NC Foreclosure Prevention Fund
Greenville Housing Development Corporation
Telephone: (252) 329-4056 or (888) 623-8631
Website: www.ghanc.net
*Provides mortgage assistance to qualifying individuals. Call for details.
Rebuilding Together (Pitt County)
Physical Address: Lucille W. Gorham Inter-Generational Community Center
1100 Ward Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 814-0600
Website: http://rebuildingtogetherpittcounty.org/
* Provides low-income homeowners with critical home repairs, accessibility
modifications and energy-efficient upgrades. Call for more details and to schedule an
appointment.
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HOUSING
OTHER RESOURCES
Rural Development, USDA (Greenville Area Office)
Telephone: (252) 752-2035
* Offers housing improvement and repair grants for senior citizens, housing loans to
farm and non-farm residents and rural housing loans.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
Financial housing assistance that enables families to secure housing at reduced
rental amounts. Call the agencies listed below for information about eligibility
requirements and the application process.
Mid-East Regional Housing Authority (Properties in Pitt County)
Telephone: (252) 752-9548
Greenville Housing Authority (Properties in the City of Greenville)
Telephone: (252) 329-4000
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INFORMATION & REFERRAL
Programs designed to provide information, referral and printed materials to the
public about services and programs for seniors.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL NETWORK FOR AGING SERVICES
Telephone: (252) 974-1836
*(Regional) Information and referral for resources in Beaufort, Bertie,
Hertford, Martin and Pitt counties.
National Eldercare Locator (Administration on Aging)
Telephone: (800) 677-1116
Website: www.eldercare.gov
*(National) Location of information and referral services in other states.
North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services
Address: Taylor Hall, 693 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27699-2101
Telephone: (919) 733-3983
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/aging
Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc. (Senior InfoLine)
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
Website: www.pittcoa.com
*(Local) Information and referral for resources in Pitt County.
SHIIP – Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program
Address: 11 S. Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
Telephone: (252) 752-1717 or (855) 408-1212
Website: www.ncdoi.com/SHIIP/Default.aspx
*Answers questions and counsels Medicare beneficiaries about Medicare, Medicare
supplements, Medicare prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage, long-term
care insurance and other health insurance concerns.
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OTHER INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES
AARP – American Association of Retired Persons
Address: 601 E. Street NW, Washington, DC 20049
Telephone: (888) 687-2277
Website: www.aarp.org
*Provides educational materials about topics on healthy living, financial planning,
consumer protection, caregiving, and driver safety courses.
Greenville-Pitt Chamber of Commerce
Address: 302 S. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 752-4101
Website: www.greenvillenc.org
*Provides a variety of information about the City of Greenville and Pitt County for
residents and visitors.
Greenville-Pitt County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Address: 303 SW Greenville Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 329-4200
Website: www.visitgreenvillenc.com
*Provides guides, maps and information about places of interest, events, and lodging
in Greenville and Pitt County.
National Health Information Center
Telephone: (800) 336-4797
Website: www.health.gov/nhic/
*Health information and referral service. Database includes 1,400 organizations and
government offices.
NC 2-1-1
Telephone: Dial 2-1-1 or (888) 892-1162
* 24/7 information and referral service. Connections to over 18,000 NC
resources. Calls are free, confidential, and available in all languages.
Sponsored by United Way of North Carolina.
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OTHER INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICES
Aging Life Care Association
Address: 3275 West Ina Road, Suite 130, Tucson, AZ 85741
Telephone: (520) 881-8008
Website: www.aginglifecare.org
*Provides information about geriatric care management services.
Benefits CheckUp
Website: www.benefitscheckup.org
*A free, web based service provided by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).
Asks a series of questions to help identify financial benefit programs you may qualify
for. Some program applications available online. Visit website for more details.
The Benefit Bank
Website: www.thebenefitbank.org
*Online service that centralizes the process of applying for financial assistance
programs and resources such as food assistance, health coverage, and home energy
assistance. Visit the online tool for more information.
NC Cooperative Extension (Pitt County)
Telephone: (252) 902-1700
Website: http://pitt.ces.ncsu.edu/
*Offers resources, publications and educational programs on a wide array of topics.
North Carolina Department of Insurance
Consumer Services Division
Telephone: (855) 408-1212
Website: www.ncdoi.com/Consumer/
*Provides information, education and publications about property, casualty, life
and health insurance.
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OTHER INFORMATION AND REFERRAL PROVIDERS
NC Senior Citizens Association
Address: 2529 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC 28305
Telephone: (800) 323-6525
*Provides state wide information and referral on various older adult issues.
Telephone: (252) 758-4357
* Provides information and referral, crisis intervention/counseling, Pitt Resource
Connection (network and database of other organizations that provide various
services), community outreach, victim services and volunteer opportunities
throughout Pitt County.
United Way of Pitt County
Address: 226 W. 8th Street, Suite B, Greenville, NC 27835
Telephone: (252) 758-1604
Website: http://uwpcnc.org/
*Volunteer driven, non-profit organization that brings together community
volunteers with health and human services agencies to improve the lives of local
residents. Technical and resource assistance is also provided to human service
organizations.
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LEGAL
Advance Healthcare Directive Registry (On-Line Registry)
Department of Secretary of State
Mailing Address: PO Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622
Telephone: (919) 807-2167
Website: www.secretary.state.nc.us/ahcdr
**Individuals can download and register advance directives and make them available
on-line using a pass code. In order to register the completed documents online, send
a $10 fee (per document) with the documents to the above address.
Available documents include: health care power of attorney, living will, advance
instructions for mental health treatment and anatomical gifts (organ donations).
Changes can be made at later dates.
Elder Law Attorney
Colombo Kitchin Attorneys
Telephone: (252) 321-2020
Website: www.ck-attorneys.com/
*Published, certified specialist in elder law who provides legal services related to
elder law. Focuses in estate planning and administration. Fee for service.
Elder Law Attorney
The Graham.Nuckolls.Conner Law Firm, PLLC
Address: 321 Evans Street, Suite 200, Hendrix Building, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 493-6114 or (800) 682-1756
Website: www.gnclawfirm.com
elder law. Focuses in estate planning and administration. Fee for service.
Elder Law Attorney
Ward and Smith, P.A.
Telephone: (252) 215-4000 or (800) 998-1102
Website: www.wardandsmith.com
elder law. Fee for service.
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LEGAL
Legal Aid of North Carolina (Greenville Office)
Address: 301 S. Evans Street, Suite 200, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 758-0113 or (866) 219-5262
Website: www.legalaidnc.org
*Provides legal assistance in civil matters (non-criminal) to eligible, low-income
clients who live in Pitt, Hyde, Martin, Tyrrell and Washington counties at no
charge.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc.
Address: 1577 Spring Hill Road, Suite 220, Vienna, VA 22182
Telephone: (703) 942-5711
Website: www.naela.org
*A non-profit association comprised of attorneys who deal with legal issues affecting
the elderly and disabled.
NC Free Legal Help
Address: 1312 Annapolis Drive, Raleigh, NC 27605
Mailing Address: PO Box 10918, Raleigh, NC 27605
Telephone: (800) 688-1413
Website: http://ncfreelegalhelp.org/
*An educational program of the NC Advocates of Justice that provides an online
database connecting the user with a local attorney who will provide a free initial
consultation about lawful matters.
North Carolina Attorney General’s Office
Telephone: (919) 716-6400 or (877) 566-7226 (Consumer Protection Division)
Website: www.ncdoj.com
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LEGAL
North Carolina Lawyer Referral Service
Physical Address: 8000 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513
Mailing Address: PO Box 3688, Cary, NC 27519
Telephone: (800) 662-7407
Website: www.ncbar.org
*Provides referral to a local attorney of good standing for consultation and
representation, if needed. No referrals to pro bono attorneys.
Senior Citizens Handbook
Laws and Programs Affecting Senior Citizens in North Carolina
Physical Address: 8000 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513
Mailing Address: PO Box 3688, Cary, NC 27519
Telephone: (800) 662-7407
Website: http://www.ncbar.org/public-resources/publications/
*This publication provides a brief overview of some of the laws affecting North
Carolina’s senior citizens. To receive a copy call 1-800-662-7407 or visit their
website to download the most recent edition. Published by the Law and Aging
Committee, Young Lawyers Division of the NC Bar Association. Updates are made
to the handbook as funding allows.
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LIBRARIES
Bethel Library
Address: 201 Ives Street, Bethel, NC 27812
Telephone: (252) 825-0782
Farmville Public Library
Address: 4276 W. Church Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-3355
Website: www.farmville-nc.com/departments_library.htm
Joyner Library
Telephone: (252) 328-6518
Website: www.ecu.edu/lib
Pitt Community College
Address: 1986 Pitt Tech Road, Winterville, NC 28590
Mailing Address: PO Drawer 7007, Greenville, NC 27835
Telephone: (252) 493-7357
Website: www.pittcc.edu/academics/library/
Sheppard Memorial Library
Address: 530 S. Evans Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 329-4580
Website: www.sheppardlibrary.org/
Town of Ayden Library
Address: 451 2nd Street, Ayden, NC 28513
Mailing Address: PO Box 219, Ayden, NC 28513
Telephone: (252) 481-5836
Website: www.ayden.com/ayden-library.html
Winterville Public Library
Address: 2613 Railroad Street, Winterville, NC 28590
Telephone: (252) 756-1786
Website: www.sheppardlibrary.org/locations
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LITERACY
See also: EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Literacy Volunteers – Pitt County
Address: 105-A E. Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 353-6578
Website: www.pittliteracy.org
*Trained volunteer tutors provide one-on-one and small group tutoring for adults
with limited reading, writing and/or English speaking/literacy skills.
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LONG TERM CARE
ADVOCACY
Concerns about long-term care services (both availability and quality) in
Pitt County should be directed to one of the following specialized advocacy
organizations.
Adult Home Specialist
Pitt County Department of Social Services (Adult Services Unit)
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Monitors and documents every adult care home’s compliance with licensure
requirements and residents’ Bill of Rights on a bi-monthly basis. They might
also work with the ombudsman to resolve issues and complaints.
Friends of Residents in Long Term Care
Address: 6300 Creedmoor Road, Suite 170 #326, Raleigh, NC 27612
Telephone: (919) 782-1530
Website: www.forltc.org
*Statewide advocacy group that seeks to improve the lives of residents in
long-term care facilities through advocacy and educational activities.
North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation – Complaint Intake Unit
Telephone: (919) 855-4500 or (800) 624-3004
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/
*State-licensing agency for long-term care facilities in North Carolina. Regulates
nursing homes and adult day care homes and accepts complaints against these long
term care facilities. A listing of facilities and information regarding complaints filed
is available by contacting the agency.
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LONG TERM CARE
ADVOCACY
Ombudsman for Pitt County
Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging (Region Q)
Telephone: (252) 974-1838
*Advocates for residents of long-term care facilities and helps them to exercise their
rights. The ombudsman also provides education to the public and facility staff and
helps to resolve grievances between residents, families and facilities.
Pitt County Adult Care Home Advisory Committee
c/o Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging
Telephone: (252) 974-1838
*A committee of appointed citizens who work to maintain adult care home
residents’ Bill of Rights (includes assisted living facilities and family care
homes). Quarterly visits are made to facilities and the findings are available for
public review by calling the Regional Ombudsman at the number listed above.
Pitt County Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee
c/o Mid-East Commission Area Agency on Aging
Telephone: (252) 974-1838
*Committee of appointed citizens work to maintain nursing home
residents’ Bill of Rights. Quarterly visits are made to facilities and the findings are
available for public review by calling the Regional Ombudsman at the number listed
above.
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LONG TERM CARE
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
(Also known as Adult Care Homes)
Adult care homes are residences for aged and disabled adults who may require
24-hour supervision and assistance with personal care needs. People in adult care
homes typically need a place to live, some help with personal care (such as
dressing, grooming and keeping up with medications) and some limited
supervision. Medical care may be provided on occasion, but is not routinely
needed. Medication may be given by designated, trained staff. Some people refer
to these facilities as "rest homes”. The smaller homes, with 2 to 6 residents, are still
referred to as family care homes. In addition, there are Group Homes for
Developmentally Disabled Adults, which are licensed to house two to nine
developmentally disabled adult residents.
Adult care homes are different from nursing homes in the level of care and
qualifications of staff. They are licensed by the state Division of Health Service
Regulation (Group Care Section) and are monitored by Adult Home Specialists
within county departments of social services. Facilities that violate licensure rules
can be subject to sanctions, including fines.
The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of adult care home
residents and provides a variety of services and assistance to adult care home
residents, families and providers.
To help low-income families pay for the cost of care in adult care homes, North
Carolina operates the State-County Special Assistance Program. Medicaid is now a
source of support for residents who qualify based on income and personal care
needs. Personnel at county departments of social services can answer questions
about the use of these funds.
*Information listed above was taken from the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services website
www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/aliving.htm
For more information or to gain a listing of facilities in Pitt County, contact:
Pitt County Department of Social Services at (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
Mid-East Commission AAA – Regional Ombudsman at (252) 974-1838
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LONG TERM CARE
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
(Also known as Adult Care Homes)
Assisted Living Federation of America
Address: 1650 King Street, Suite 602, Alexandria, VA 22314-2747
Telephone: (703) 894-1805
Website: www.alfa.org
*A suggested checklist that is helpful in evaluating facilities can be found on the
organization’s website.
NC Assisted Living Association
Address: 3392 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
Telephone: (919) 467-2486
Web site: www.ncala.org
*Information about assisted living facilities in NC, including frequently asked
questions and links to other websites of interest.
NC Division of Health Service Regulation
Adult Care Licensure Section
Telephone: (919) 855-3765
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/
*Licenses and regulates adult care homes in NC.
For more information, or to report a complaint about Assisted Living Facilities
(also known as Adult Care Homes), you can call:
NC Division of Health Service Regulation at (800) 624-3004
Pitt County DSS at (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
(ask for the Adult Home Specialist)
Regional Ombudsman at (252) 974-1838
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LONG TERM CARE
CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES (CCRC)
Also known as continuing care facilities and life-care communities, these
communities differ from other retirement options due to providing housing and
health related services, either for life or for a period in excess of one year.
Generally, prospective residents must be capable of independent living when they
enter the continuing care retirement community. These communities provide
independent accommodations in the form of efficiency apartments, villas or cluster
homes. Community dining, recreational areas, housekeeping, transportation and
health-related services are provided.
Continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) in North Carolina offer either
nursing home or adult care home levels of care. CCRCs offer varying types of
contracts or agreements based on the level of care and services requested. The
majority of CCRCs are private pay. Occasionally, subsidized units are available.
http://www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/ccretir.htm
For more information about Continuing Care Retirement Communities
(including contact numbers and addresses), contact:
NC Department of Insurance at (800) 546-5664 or visit their website
www.ncdoi.com/SHIIP/Default.aspx and download the Continuing Care
Retirement Communities Reference Guide
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LONG TERM CARE
NURSING HOMES
Nursing homes provide long term care services for chronic conditions and short
term recovery or rehabilitative care for corrective ailments. Nursing home services
include medical care by physicians, nurses, nurse’s aides, physical and
occupational therapists, as well as social work services and recreational
opportunities. Individuals who reside at these facilities require continuous nursing
care and have deficiencies in activities of daily living.
All nursing home facilities are licensed in accordance with the North Carolina State
law and are regulated by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation. Advocates
for nursing home residents and their families are available to ensure that the
Nursing Home Patient’s Bill of Rights is honored by the facility. These advocates
can be accessed locally through your regional Area Agency on Aging.
The cost of care for nursing homes varies based on the facility of choice. Methods
of payment for this type of care can include private funds, long-term care
insurance, Medicare and Medicaid.
For more information or to obtain a list of nursing homes in your area, contact:
North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation at (800) 855-4520 or
download a listing of facilities from their website
http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/reports.htm
Mid-East Commission AAA – Regional Ombudsman at (252)974-1838
Compare Nursing Homes in Your Area
View the most recent results of government surveys of every Medicare and
Medicaid certified nursing home in the country at www.medicare.gov
This webpage provides information about particular types of problems found in the nursing
home. Look under the Search Tools section and click on Compare Nursing Homes in Your
Area. Unless you know the exact name of the nursing home, you may find it easier to
search by giving city or county name only. This allows you to review the survey results of
all of the nursing homes in the city or county you identify. This webpage of the federal
Health Care Financing Administration has other useful information, including links to
frequently asked questions and a guide for choosing a nursing home.
www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/aliving.htm
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MEAL PREPARATION
MEALS ON WHEELS
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Operates a nutrition program for homebound adults, age 60 and older, who are
unable to prepare a meal and have no one to assist them. An in-home assessment is
completed by a social worker and participants must be approved for this service in
advance. Meals are delivered throughout Pitt County and participants are provided
an opportunity to voluntarily contribute to the cost of the meal.
PRIVATE MEAL DELIVERY SERVICE
Mom’s Meals
Address: 718 SE Shurfine Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021
Telephone: (877) 508-6667
Website: www.MomsMeals.com
* Meals prepared by chefs and delivered to your home by UPS or FedEx.
Meals arrive in insulated containers and remain fresh for 14 days. Fees do apply.
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MEDICAID
Medicaid is a health insurance program for low-income individuals and families
who cannot afford health care costs. Medicaid serves low-income parents,
children, seniors and people with disabilities. Medicaid benefits vary depending
on the individual’s situation.
Medicaid may help pay for certain medical expenses such as:
Doctor Bills, Hospital Bills, Prescriptions (excluding prescriptions for Medicare
beneficiaries), Vision Care, Dental Care, Medicare Premiums, Nursing Home Care,
Personal Care Services, Medical Equipment, Other Home Health Services, In-Home
Care under the Community Alternative Program (CAP), Mental Health Care and
most medically necessary services for children under age 21.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MEDICAID
Contact your local county department of social services
Pitt County (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
Call the Medicaid Eligibility Unit through the toll free
CARE-LINE, Information and Referral Service, at
(800) 662-7030 or (877) 452-2514 (Voice/TTY)
Visit the NC Division of Medical Assistance (DMA’s) website at
http://dma.ncdhhs.gov/medicaid
Medicaid programs and eligibility criteria are complicated and should be discussed
with a Medicaid specialist at your local county department of social services.
In Pitt County contact: Pitt County Department of Social Services (DSS)
203 Government Circle (Human Services Building)
(252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
Applications can be made in person (or by a representative). Call your local
department of social services to find out what documents will be needed for the
application process. Applications for some programs can be mailed in. To obtain
the mail in application visit your local DSS or download the application at
http://dma.ncdhhs.gov/medicaid/get-started/apply-for-medicaid-or-health-choice
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MEDICAID
The program information below was taken from the NC Department of Health
and Human Services, Division of Medical Assistance website
http://dma.ncdhhs.gov/medicaid and was included to provide a general
overview of Medicaid programs affecting senior citizens. Please contact your local
county department of social services for more information.
Medicaid for Aged (65 and older), Blind and Disabled Persons
Individuals who qualify for full Medicaid benefits receive assistance with healthcare costs,
including Medicare Part B premiums, co-payments, prescription drugs and durable
medical equipment. Transportation to medical appointments and assistance in the home is
sometimes available. The income limit is equal to 100% of the poverty level. There is a
limit on resources.
Medicare-Aid
Individuals who have Medicare coverage may be eligible to have their Medicare premiums
paid by Medicaid if their income is between 100% and 135% of the poverty level. There is a
limit on resources.
Medicaid for Long Term Care
People who qualify for a Long Term Care facility may be eligible for Medicaid. This may be
applicable even if they were not eligible when living in the community. If eligible, the
program pays a portion of the cost of care. People who have a spouse eligible for a long-term
care facility come under a separate section of the Medicaid law.
Community Alternatives Program (CAP)
North Carolina operates waiver programs to provide some services that otherwise are not
covered under Medicaid.
CAP/DA: The Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA)
provides a package of services to allow adults (age 18 and older) who qualify for
nursing facility care to remain in their private residences.
CAP-MR/DD: The Community Alternatives Program for Persons with Mental
Retardation or Developmental Disabilities (CAP-MR/DD) provides community
services to individuals of any age who qualify for care in an intermediate care facility
for the mentally retarded (ICF-MR).
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MEDICAL
DEMENTIA/ALZHEIMER’S
Alzheimer’s North Carolina, Inc.
Local Address: 300 E. Arlington Boulevard, Suite 9B, Greenville, NC 27858
State Address: 1305 Navaho Drive, Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27609
Telephone: (252) 355-0054 (Local) or (800) 228-8738 (Toll Free Helpline)
Website: www.alznc.org
*Provides assistance with information, educational programs and services to
patients, their families, health care professionals and the general public.
Duke Family Support Program
Duke University Medical Center
Address: Duke South Clinics, 3rd Floor Blue Zone, Room 3513
Mailing Address: Box 3600 (DUMC), Durham, NC 27710
Telephone: (919) 660-7510 or (800) 672-4213
Website: www.geri.duke.edu
*Provides education, family support groups, research opportunities and resources.
Medic Alert + Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return
Mailing Address: 2323 Colorado Blvd., Turlock, CA 95380
Telephone: (888) 572-8566 or (800) 272-3900
Website: http://www.alz.org/care/alzheimers-dementia-safety.asp
*Program to help locate people with dementia who wander. Identifying information
is registered into a national database. Fee for service.
Silver Alert
NC Department of Public Safety
Telephone: (919) 733-3557 or (800) 522-5437
Website: www.nccrimecontrol.org
*Program designed to quickly locate missing adults with dementia or cognitive
impairments. Silver Alerts are activated by the North Carolina Center for Missing
Persons, only at the request of an investigating law enforcement agency. Contact
your local law enforcement agency to report a missing person or with information
about a missing person.
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MEDICAL
HEALTHCARE
Compare hospitals and other health care providers, like nursing homes, home
health agencies, or dialysis facilities by visiting www.medicare.gov
Doctors Making Housecalls (DMH)
Address: 2511 Old Cornwallis Road, Suite 200, Durham, NC 27713
Telephone: (919) 932-5700 or (252) 558-1415
Website: www.doctorsmakinghousecalls.com
*Primary medical care in your home. Services include primary care, care for chronic
or emergent conditions, preventive medicine, physical exams, EKGs, X-rays, blood
draws, CT, MRI, ultrasound studies, coordination of specialty consults, and orders
for physical therapy and all other home health services. Hours of operation: 7:30am
to 6:30pm; on-call provider available by phone after hours. Medicare, Medicaid and
other insurances accepted.
HealthAssist
Address: 650 Medical Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-7016
*Provides case management, prescription assistance and specialty care referrals for
uninsured residents in Pitt and Greene counties with incomes under 125% of the
Federal Poverty Level. Those who meet HealthAssist program eligibility criteria are
provided case management to help them navigate the health care system. Patients
are also able to get some specialty medical care at a significantly reduced rate.
Monk Geriatric Center, ECU Family Medicine Center
Address: 101 Heart Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 744-2045
Website: http://www.ecu.edu/ecuphysicians/LocationInfo
*Specialized care for patients 62 years of age and older. Physicians are fellowshiptrained in geriatrics and also provide support and guidance to caregivers.
A geriatric assessment clinic (AGES) is also available and provides a comprehensive
medical evaluation by a team of medical and allied/health professionals trained in the
assessment of older adults.
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MEDICAL
HEALTHCARE
James D. Bernstein Community Health Center
Address: 261 Belvoir Highway, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 695-6352
*A community health center offering primary medical care and dental care to lowincome individuals. Fees for services are based on income. Call the phone number
listed above, between the hours of 8:30am-5:30pm, Monday thru Friday, to schedule
an appointment.
Novant Health Behavioral Health
Novant Health Franklin Medical Center
Address: 100 Hospital Drive, Louisburg, NC 27549
Telephone: (919) 497-8070
Website: www.NovantHealth.org/behavioralhealth
*Provides health exams, health screenings, communicable disease prevention, health
education and outreach to the community.
Pitt County Health Department
Address: 201 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-2300
*Provides health exams, health screenings, communicable disease prevention, health
education and outreach to the community.
Telephone: (252) 847-4100
Website: www.vidanthealth.com/medicalcenter/default.aspx
*One of four academic medical centers in North Carolina and also serves as the
teaching hospital for the Brody School of Medicine of East Carolina University. The
hospital is a tertiary referral center and provides acute, intermediate, rehabilitation
and outpatient health services.
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MEDICAL
FREE CLINICS
Community Crossroads Center – Shelter Clinic
Address: 207 Manhattan Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/greenvilleshelterclinic/home
* Staffed by ECU Brody School of Medicine students and volunteer physicians.
Serves any resident in Pitt County seeking care. Offers basic medical care and
referrals. Available on select Mondays and Thursdays, 6:45pm to 8:30pm. Visit the
above website for more information.
Oakmont Baptist Church Free Clinic
Address: 1100 Red Banks Road, Greenville, NC 27858 (Tuesday Clinic Location)
1400 Red Banks Road, Greenville, NC 27858 (Sunday Clinic Location)
Telephone: (252) 756-1245
Website: www.oakmontchurch.com/community/medical-clinics
* Staffed by volunteer community physicians. Serves any resident in Pitt County on
first come, first served basis. Offers Spanish interpreters. Available the 2nd Sunday
and the 4th Tuesday of the month. Call for details.
Pitt County Health Department
Address: 201 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-2300
* Staffed by ECU Brody School of Medicine students and volunteer physicians.
Serves patients from any county. Offers Spanish interpreters on-site. Available
Sundays, 12:00pm to 4:00pm except on federal holidays. Contact the Pitt County
Health Department for greater information.
MEDICAL RIGHTS
Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence
Address: 12040 Regency Forest Drive, Suite 200, Cary, NC 27518-7708
Telephone: (919) 380-9860 or (800) 682-2650
Fax: (919) 461-5700
Website: www.thecarolinascenter.org
*Handles complaints regarding care provided by hospitals, hospital outpatient
departments, physician’s offices, home health agencies, ambulatory surgery centers,
skilled nursing facilities and/or hospices in NC and SC.
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MEDICAL
ORGANIZATIONS/ASSOCIATIONS
American Cancer Society
McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge
Address: 930-A Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 695-6143 or (800) 227-2345
Website: www.cancer.org
*Seeks to inform the public about cancer prevention by conducting educational
programs for professional and lay groups. Also offers assistance with medications,
supplies, wigs and prostheses and sponsors the Reach to Recovery program.
American Diabetes Association
Address: 2418 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 206, Raleigh, NC 27607
Telephone: (919) 743-5400 or (888) 342-2383
Website: www.diabetes.org
*Provides information and referral, research and advocacy for the rights of people
with diabetes. Also funds research projects related to diabetes.
American Heart Association (Local Office)
Address: 3219 Landmark Street, Unit 9A, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-1112
Website: www.americanheart.org
*Sponsors community education and research and sponsors fund raisers such as
Heart Walk and Heart Ball.
American Lung Association
Address: 401 Hawthorne Lane, Suite 100 - #298, Charlotte, NC 28204
Telephone: (980) 237-6611
Website: www.lungnc.org
*Offers lung health education, resources and outreach focused in 3 areas-asthma,
tobacco control and environmental health.
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MEDICAL
American Red Cross (Pitt County Chapter)
Address: 601-F Country Club Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-3800
Website: www.redcross.org
*Provides disaster services, emergency preparedness, health and safety information,
armed forces services, blood services, community and school programs, and
trainings-First Aid, CPR, AED, water safety, caregiving classes and workplace
safety.
Arthritis Foundation
Address: 4530 Park Road, Suite 230, Charlotte, NC 28209
Telephone: (800) 365-3811
Website: www.arthritis.org
*Sponsors public health education, public policy and legislative initiatives, along
with evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for persons with
arthritis.
Cancer Information Service
National Cancer Institute
Mailing Address: 6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20892-8322
Telephone: (800) 422-6237
Website: www.cancer.gov
*Provides personalized, confidential responses to questions about cancer.
Carolina Donor Services
Telephone: (252) 757-0090
Website: www.carolinadonorservices.org
*Organ procurement, school education, DMV outreach and donor registry
supervision. Covers 41 counties in North Carolina.
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MEDICAL
Epilepsy & Seizures 24/7 Helpline
Epilepsy Foundation
Address: 8301 Professional Place East, Suite 200, Landover, MD 20785-2353
Telephone: (800) 332-1000
Website: www.epilepsy.com
*The 24/7 Helpline has trained information specialists to available to answer
questions about epilepsy and seizures, and provide support, guidance, and referrals
to national and local resources. The helpline provides compassionate telephone
support, answers emails and replies to forum posts on the Epilepsy Foundation’s
online community site.
National Health Information Center
Mailing Address: 1101 Wooten Parkway, Suite LL-100, Rockville, MD 20852
Website: www.health.gov/nhic/
*NHIC supports public health education and promotion by maintaining a calendar
of National Health Observances. NHIC helps connect health professionals and
consumers to the organizations by providing up-to-date contact information.
National Kidney Foundation (Local Chapter)
Address: 4701 Hedgemore Drive, Suite 810, Charlotte, NC 28209
Telephone: (877) 858-3808 or (704) 519-0020
Website: www.kidneync.org
*Voluntary health organization seeking to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases,
improve health and increase availability of organs for transplantation. Conducts
research, public education, fund raising and continuing education for health
professionals.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Local Chapter)
Address: 3101 Industrial Drive, Suite 210, Raleigh, NC 27609
Telephone: (919) 834-0678
Website: www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/nct/index.aspx
*Funds research and provides advocacy, professional education, programs and
services for people with multiple sclerosis and their families.
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MEDICAL
PHYSICIAN REFERRAL
Pitt County Medical Society
Address: 1705 W. 6th Street, Building N, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 758-8833
Website: www.pittcountymedicalsociety.org
*Operates a physician referral service for the region.
TELEHEALTH SERVICES
Reconnect 4 Health
Address: 1800 South Elm Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (844) 848-9856
Website: www.reconnect4health.com
*A remote monitoring and consulting company that provides telemonitoring services
for those who need assistance managing their health. Monthly fees do apply. Call
for details.
Telehealth & Telemedicine
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Website: www.cms.gov/Medicare/Medicare-General-Information/Telehealth
*Information about benefits and services covered by CMS related to telehealth and
telemedicine.
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MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEM PROVIDERS
Devices worn by individuals that use telephone lines to alert a central monitoring
agency about an emergency in the household. Most systems are private pay. Cost
varies by company and device. Call for details.
5 Star Medical Alert Device
Address: 2418 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 206, Raleigh, NC 27607
Telephone: (800) 733-662
Connect America
Address: One Belmont Avenue, Suite 1205, Bala Cynwind, PA 19004
Telephone: (252) 361-8400 or (800) 249-3204
Eastern Monitoring
Address: 5158 Holdens Crossroads, Wilson, NC 27894
Mailing Address: PO Box 593, Wilson, NC 27894-0593
Telephone: (252) 237-2349
Hasten Systems
Address: 301 Creek Ridge Road, Greensboro, NC 27406
Mailing Address: PO Box 16367, Greensboro, NC 27406-4421
Telephone: (800) 582-3073 or (336) 271-6395
LifeLine
Telephone: (252) 847-5343
Smart Living
Address: 505 Red Banks Road, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 355-4900 or (800) 700-6758
Well Care
Address: 8341 Banford Way, Suite 001, Raleigh, NC 27615
Telephone: (888) 815-5310
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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
The organizations listed below provide durable medical equipment and supplies to
individuals in need. Distribution is based on equipment and funding availability.
Independent Living Program
Telephone: (252) 830-3471 or (800) 830-8133
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dvrs
*This program provides home modifications and equipment purchases for eligible
persons with significant disabilities so they can live independently.
Medical Locker Program
Disability Advocates & Resource Center (DARC)
Address: 702-A Johns Hopkins Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-6215
Website: http://darcnc.org/
*Provides gently used durable medical equipment to those in need at no cost to the
recipient. Donations of gently used durable medical equipment are gladly accepted.
NC Assistive Technology Program (Greenville Office)
Address: 2313-A Executive Park Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 830-8575 (Voice/TTY)
Website: http://www.ncatp.org/
*Allows consumers to try out different assistive devices to decide what works best for
them. Provides both free and fee-based services to people of all ages and disabilities
including device demonstration, device loan, device reutilization and
training/technical assistance.
Medical Equipment Reassignment Program
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
* Accepts donations of gently used durable medical equipment and distributes to
individuals who have no insurance coverage and are unable to purchase it on their
own.
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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
The independent businesses listed below provide durable medical equipment and
supplies on a fee-for-service basis. A physician or licensed therapist should be
consulted regarding equipment needs. Please call for more information about specific
services or equipment.
Advanced Home Care
Address: 1005 WH Smith Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834-5052
Telephone: (252) 353-6800
Best Value Pharmacy
Address: 3708 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828-1499
Telephone: (252) 753-2092
Carolina Home Medical, Inc.
Address: 1913 E. Firetower Rd. Greenville, NC 27858-4127
Telephone: (252) 758-9887
Family Medical Supply
Telephone: (252) 215-9278
Four Points Home Medical
Address: 131 3rd Street, Ayden, NC 28513-7252
Telephone: (252) 746-3492 ext. 4
Healthwise Pharmacy
Address: 615-B S. Memorial Drive, Greenville, NC 27834-2856
Telephone: (252) 752-0338
Home Town Discount Pharmacy
Address: 1631 SE Greenville Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 752-0003
Liberty Medical Specialties
Address: 113 W. Firetower Rd., Suite Q, Winterville, NC 28590-8414
Telephone: (252) 353-3375
Medical Park Pharmacy
Telephone: (252) 321-0222
Stalls Medical, Inc.
Address: 3604 Marine Drive, Greenville, NC 27834-8303
Telephone: (252) 758-8892
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MEDICARE
Medicare is a health insurance program for people age 65 or older, some disabled
people under age 65 and people of all ages with End-Stage Renal Disease
(permanent kidney failure treated with dialysis or a transplant) or Lou Gehrig’s
disease (ALS).
Medicare
Telephone: (800) MEDICARE or (800) 633-4227
Website: www.medicare.gov
My Medicare.gov
Website: www.mymedicare.gov
*Free, secure, online service that allows you to access personalized information
regarding your Medicare benefits and services. Registration process required.
Visit the website or call Medicare at (800) 633-4227 for more information.
NC Senior Medicare Patrol
Telephone: (855) 408-1212
*Empowers seniors to prevent healthcare fraud and works to protect Medicare
beneficiaries from Medicare errors, fraud and abuse.
SHIIP – Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (State Office)
Address: 11 S. Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
Telephone: (855) 408-1212
SHIIP – Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program
Pitt County Council on Aging, Inc. (Local Coordinator)
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*A division of the NC Department of Insurance that answers questions and counsels
Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements,
Medicare Advantage, Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance
and other health insurance concerns. Trained volunteers are available locally.
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MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
See also: SUPPORT GROUPS and WEBSITES
PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Community-based mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse
services are managed through a network of local management entities that cover
the state's 100 counties. These programs oversee, manage, coordinate and facilitate
local services.
*Information taken from the NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance
Abuse Services website: www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/lmedirectory.htm
LOCAL MANAGEMENT ENTITY (LME) SERVING PITT COUNTY
Trillium Health Resources
Address: 1708 East Arlington Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: 1-866-998-2597 (Administrative) or 1-877-685-2415 (Crisis/Access Care)
Website: www.trilliumhealthresources.org
Services for persons with challenges related to substance abuse, mental illness
and/or developmental disability.
CRISIS/EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
(877) 685-2415 (toll-free)
A trained clinician will answer your call and assist you in scheduling an
appointment, help you or a family member when you are in crisis and/or arrange
for evaluations ordered by the court. Available 24-hours daily, 365 days a year.
There is no fee for the phone call and services are available for foreign speaking
consumers or consumers that are hard of hearing. During the phone call a clinician
will ask a brief series of questions and you will be referred to a provider of your
choice, according to your needs and payer source.
*Information taken from the Trillium Health Resources Website: www.trilliumhealthresources.org
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
NAMI North Carolina
Address: 309 W. Millbrook Road, Suite 121, Raleigh, NC 27609-4394
Telephone: (800) 451-9682 or (919) 788-0801
NC Website: http://naminc.org/
National Website: www.nami.org
*Nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their
families. Affiliates in every state provide peer education and support, public
education and information, and state and federal advocacy.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
Telephone: (800) 273-8255
Website: www.suicidepreventionhotline.org
* By calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained
counselor at a crisis center in your area, 24/7.
Navigate Counseling Clinic
Address: 4410 Health Sciences Bld., ECU Medical Campus, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 744-0328
Website: http://www.ecu.edu/cs-dhs/rehb/navigate.cfm
*Provides an array of services for individuals seeking individual counseling
including mental health, substance abuse, rehabilitation, vocational, biofeedback,
personal growth and development, complementary and alternative therapies.
NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and
Substance Abuse Services
Mailing Address: 3009 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699
Telephone: (919) 715-3197 (Advocacy & Customer Service Line)
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/
*A Division of the NC Department of Health & Human Services
structured to implement the state plan and reform efforts.
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NC Mental Health Consumer’s Organization, Inc.
Mailing Address: PO Box 27042, Raleigh, NC 27611
Telephone: (919) 832-2285 or (800) 326-3842
*A private non-profit organization offering advocacy and support to adults
with mental illness.
REAL Crisis Intervention, Inc. (24 Hour Crisis Line)
Telephone: (252) 758-4357
*Provides 24 hour crisis intervention/counseling, information and referral, suicide
intervention and prevention, community outreach, victim advocacy and volunteer
opportunities.
PRIVATE MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Individuals who have private medical insurance may seek the services of a
private physician. Some physicians also accept Medicaid covered patients. For
information about psychiatrists in your area contact:
NC Psychiatric Association
Address: 4917 Waters Edge Drive, Suite 250, Raleigh, NC 27606
Telephone: (919) 859-3370
Website: www.ncpsychiatry.org
STATE PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITALS
State psychiatric hospitals provide short-term and long-term treatment for
individuals with mental illness. For admission, whether voluntary or involuntary,
Pitt County residents should call: Trillium Health Resources at 1-877-685-2415
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PRIVATE AND COMMUNITY HOSPITALS
Private and community hospitals are generally designed to provide acute or short
term care and diagnosis. Patients may be admitted to a hospital under the care of a
private physician or referred by a private physician. Involuntary commitments are
sometimes accepted and vary by facility. For more information about psychiatric
care at Vidant Medical Center contact: Behavioral Health Services (252) 847-6895
or (877) 718-1893 (Toll Free).
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NUTRITION PROGRAMS
Joy Soup Kitchen, Inc.
Address: 700 Albermarle Avenue, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 561-7519
*Hot meals served Monday-Friday, 8am-12noon
Congregate Nutrition Program
Home Delivered Meals Program
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
The Congregate Nutrition Program is a lunch program offered to seniors, 60 years of
age or older, who attend activities at the senior centers in Pitt County. Program
availability based on funding.
The Home Delivered Meals program provides meals for homebound seniors 60 years
of age or older, who are unable to prepare meals and have no one to assist them.
Interested individuals must be assessed and approved for both programs prior to
receiving services. Program availability is based on funding.
Food and Nutrition Services (SNAP)
Address: Human Services Building, 203 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Provides the food assistance program, also known as the food stamp program.
Eligibility is based on income and household size. Other eligibility requirements
may also apply.
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PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE
HealthAssist
Address: 650 Medical Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-7016
*This program does not pay for medications, but assists uninsured individuals in
accessing free or low cost medications through various pharmaceutical patient
assistance programs. Income limits vary by program, call for more details.
Low Income Subsidy (LIS)
Social Security Administration
Address: 2805 S. Charles Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858 (Local Office)
Telephone: (866) 494-4001
(252) 752-1717 (Pitt County Council on Aging)
*The Low Income Subsidy (LIS) assists Medicare eligible individuals in paying for
the annual deductible, premiums and co-payments related to the Medicare
Prescription Drug program. Eligibility is based on income and resources.
If you need assistance in applying for this extra help, contact your local Social
Security Administration at (866) 494-4001or the Pitt County Council on Aging
at (252) 752-1717.
NC MedAssist
Address: 4428 Taggart Creek, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC 28208
Telephone: (866) 331-1348 or (704) 536-1790
Website: www.medassist.org
*A charitable statewide pharmacy program created to assist uninsured and lowincome North Carolinians gain access to prescription medications. Eligible NC
residents include: adults & children living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty
Level, adults & children who do not qualify for Medicaid, Veterans or private health
insurances, and Medicare Part D participants who fall in the coverage gap. This is a
free service.
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NeedyMeds
Website: www.needymeds.org
*Web-based directory of patient assistance programs that offer medications for free or
at a reduced cost. Eligibility is based on income. Other restrictions may also apply.
Visit the website for more information.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Telephone: (888) 477-2669
Website: www.pparx.org
*Assists persons of all age groups who do not have prescription drug coverage in
accessing free or low cost medications. Financial assistance is available for co-pays
relating to medication and health insurance fees. Call or visit the website for more
details.
Physicians Pharmacy Alliance
Telephone: (888) 772-6871
Website: www.physicianspharmacy.com or www.alliancepoint.org
*Medication/pharmacy delivery service. To be eligible an individual must have
Medicaid, Medicaid/Medicare, or Medicare/Low Income Subsidy eligible.
Supportive services available for complex medical needs. Call for details.
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Staff and volunteers trained by the NC Seniors’ Health Insurance and Information
Program (SHIIP) provide counseling and assistance with Medicare Part D and
associated cost-savings programs (Low Income Subsidy). Please call for an
appointment.
Rx Assist
Website: www.rxassist.org
*Web-based directory of patient assistance programs that offer medications for free or
at a reduced cost. Eligibility is based on income. Other restrictions may also apply.
Visit the website for more information.
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Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Address: (Local) 4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858
(State) 11 S. Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
Telephone: (252) 752-1717 (Local) or (855) 408-1212 (State)
*Volunteers trained by SHIIP, a division of the NC Department of Insurance,
provide counseling and answer questions about Medicare prescription drug plans,
as well as the Low Income Subsidy program mentioned above.
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RECREATIONAL/LIFE ENRICHMENT
A list of cultural and social opportunities, offered throughout the county, is
available by calling the Pitt County Council on Aging at (252) 752-1717.
Greenville Museum of Art
Telephone: (252) 758-1946
Website: http://gmoa.org/
*Provides art exhibit tours, courses and special events. Call for details.
Greenville Recreation and Parks
Address: Jaycee Park Administrative Office
2000 Cedar Lane, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 329-4567
Website: www.greenvillenc.gov/departments/rec_parks_dept/
*Offers arts and crafts, athletic and recreational activities for all ages. Call for
program schedules and more details.
Goldpath Senior Services (Vidant Medical Center)
Telephone: (252) 847-0550
*Community health program of Vidant Medical Center providing special programs,
services and amenities for adults ages 55 and older. Monthly meetings, newsletters,
socials, discounts and more. Call for details.
Pitt County Community Schools and Recreation
Telephone: (252) 902-1975
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/depts/commschool/
*Provides a variety of athletic, recreational and arts and crafts activities for all ages.
Operates the Senior Games program and maintains a directory of health and
wellness activities offered in Pitt County. Call for schedules and information.
Senior Games (Pitt County)
Pitt County Community Schools and Recreation
Telephone: (252) 902-1975
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/depts/commschool/
*Athletic competition in over 40 sports for people 55 years of age and better.
Includes local, state and national competitions. Call for more details.
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REVERSE MORTGAGE COUNSELING
REVERSE MORTGAGE COUNSELING
Homeowners, 62 years of age and older, can convert a portion of their home equity
into tax free cash that can be used for any purpose without requiring monthly
payments. When the borrower permanently moves out of the home, the loan
becomes due and payable. Federal law requires that anyone considering the FHA
Home Equity Conversation Mortgage must receive counseling from a governmentapproved agency. For more information, contact:
National Council on Aging – Reverse Mortgage Counseling
Telephone: (855) 899-3778
Address: 18th Street South, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22202
Website: www.ncoa.org
* Reverse Mortgage Counseling Services Network is one of nine national
counseling groups approved by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban
Development (HUD). Call to schedule a counseling session with a local
representative.
National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association
Website: www.reversemortgage.org
*An online databank of reverse mortgage educational materials.
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SAFETY
Fire Prevention and Life Safety Services
City of Greenville Fire and Rescue
Physical Address: 500 S. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 329-4408
Website: www.greenvillenc.gov
* In approved circumstances, Greenville residents can receive a free smoke detector
available through the "Code Red" Smoke Detector Program. Individuals must meet
age and financial criteria, reside in the city limits of Greenville and own their own
home. Call for additional information.
Special Medical Needs Registry
Pitt County Emergency Management
Address: Pitt County Office Building, 1717 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-3956 or (252) 758-4357 (REAL Crisis Center)
*A computerized registry of people with special medical needs who may require
assistance in the event of a disaster, such as a tornado, severe storm or chemical spill.
Call the REAL Crisis Center with questions about registration.
DISASTER SERVICES
American Red Cross (Pitt County Chapter)
Telephone: (252) 355-3800
Website: www.redcross.org
*Provides disaster services, emergency preparedness, health and safety, armed forces
services, blood services, community and school programs, and trainings--First Aid,
CPR, AED, water safety, caregiving classes, and workplace safety.
Salvation Army
Telephone: (252) 756-3388 or (252) 756-5215 (Thrift Store/Donation Site)
*Provides numerous disaster relief services (both immediate emergency assistance
and long-term recovery help) to meet the basic needs of those who have been affected
by disasters, both survivors and first responders (such as firefighters).
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SENIOR CENTERS
Senior Centers offer a variety of programs to meet the social, educational, physical
and recreational interests of individuals age 55 and over. The Pitt County Council
on Aging operates five senior centers in Pitt County with locations in Greenville,
Bethel, Farmville, Fountain and Grifton.
For more information about programs and activities being offered, contact the Pitt
County Council on Aging at (252) 752-1717 or visit the Senior Center nearest you.
Monthly calendars are available for pick up at each center or you may request to be
added to our email distribution list by calling (252) 752-1717.
Pitt County Senior Center
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Operates Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm.
Bethel Senior Center
Address: 7406 Main Street, Bethel, NC 27812
Telephone: (252) 825-2671
Farmville Senior Center
Address: 417 S. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-2424
Fountain Senior Center
Address: 116 E. Wilson Street, Fountain, NC 27829
Telephone: (252) 749-6201
Grifton Senior Center
Address: 540 Queen Street, Grifton, NC 28530
Telephone: (252) 524-5072
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SOCIAL SECURITY
Address: (Local Office) 2805 S. Charles Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
(National Office) Office of Public Inquiries, Windsor Park Building,
6401 Security Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21235
Telephone: (866) 494-4001 (Local)
(800) 772-1213 (National)
*Benefits program administered by the Federal government.
PROGRAMS/BENEFITS
The information below is intended as a general guide. Please contact the Social
Security Administration for more information or to apply for benefits.
 Medicare program information (www.medicare.gov)
*Basic health insurance program for people 65 or older and many with
disabilities.
 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program
*Pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income
and resources. SSI benefits also are payable to people 65 and older without
disabilities who meet the financial limits.
 Disability Benefits (Social Security Disability Insurance Program)
*(SSDI) pays benefits to you and certain family members if you worked long
enough and paid Social Security taxes. Adult children may also qualify for
benefits on your earnings record if he or she has a disability that started before
age 22.
 Survivors Benefits (Survivors Insurance Program)
*Pays benefits to your family when you die. Restrictions apply.
 Retirement Benefits (Retirement Insurance Program)
*Social Security benefits replace a percentage of your earnings when you
retire.
To stay updated on matters concerning Social Security and receive regular updates
via e-mail, the following website is available: www.ssa.gov/enews
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SUPPORT GROUPS
ALS – LOU GEHRIG’S DISEASE
Vidant Rehab Center
Telephone: (877) 257-7401
*Public education and support group for caregivers and individuals with ALS.
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 5:30pm.
ALZHEIMER’S
Alzheimers North Carolina – Greenville Office
Address: 300 East Arlington Blvd., Suite 9B, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 355-0054
Website: www.alznc.org
*Public education and support group for caregivers of individuals with
Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at
11:00am.
Brookdale - Dickinson
Telephone: (252) 353-2400
Website: www.brookdaleliving.com
*Public education and support group for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s.
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:00pm at Brookdale – Dickinson.
Spring Arbor
Telephone: (252) 355-7003
Meets the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm at Spring Arbor.
SILVERcare
Address: 2865 Charles Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 355-5677
Website: www.silvercareweb.com
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 10:00am at SILVERcare.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
BEREAVEMENT/GRIEF
Living On After Loss
Telephone: (252) 847-4972
*Offers information on the grief process, how to normalize feelings and provides
structured support. This program is offered in an 8 week series. Call for more
details.
New Colors
Telephone: (252) 847-5396
*A bereavement program for children and their parents. Call for more details.
BRAIN INJURY/TUMOR
Brain Trust
Address: Vidant Medical Center – Gamma Center
2110 Stantonsburg Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-2611
*Support group for persons living with a benign or malignant brain tumor. Meets
the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00pm.
Families Initiating Support & Hope (FISH)
Address: Vidant Medical Center, 2110 Stantonsburg Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-6971 or (252) 847-7814
*Support group and education for families & children who have had a brain injury.
Call for more details on meeting dates and location.
Greenville Brain Injury Support Group
Address: Vidant Medical Center – Rehabilitation Center
Telephone: (252) 737-2076
*Support group for families and persons who have had a brain injury. Meets the 2nd
Monday of the month at 6:30pm @ Vidant Medical Center.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
CANCER
Breathe Easier
Address: McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge
930 A Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-7943
*Support group for persons with lung cancer. Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at
12:00pm at the McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge.
Brother to Brother
Address: Seahorse Restaurant, 2301 Stantonsburg Road, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 809-7185
*Support group for men with prostate cancer. Meets the last Friday of the month at
9:00am @ the Seahorse Restaurant.
Caring for the Caregiver
Telephone: (252) 847-7943
*Support group for families and caregivers of individuals with cancer. Meets the 2nd
Thursday of the month at 3:30pm @ the McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge.
Caring Conversations
Telephone: (252) 847-9738
*Support group for anyone who has been touched by any form of cancer including
patients, survivors, family members, caregivers, and friends. Meets the 2nd Tuesday
of each month @ the McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge. Call for details.
Look Good…Feel Better
Telephone: (866) 227-8837
*Support group for cancer survivors, caregivers, and family members. Meets at the
McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge. Meeting dates and times vary. Call for details.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
DIABETES
Diabetes Support Group
Address: Pitt County Health Department
201 Government Circle, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 902-2361
*Support Group for persons with Diabetes, caregivers and families. Meets the 2nd
Wednesday of the month at 10:00am @ the Pitt County Health Department.
Diabetes Support Group
Address: Vidant Wellness Center
Telephone: (252) 847-1436
*Support Group for persons with Diabetes. Meets the 1st Monday of the month at
6:00pm @ Vidant Wellness Center.
DISABILITIES
Visually Impaired Persons (VIP)
Address: NC Division of Services For The Blind (Local Office)
404 St. Andrews Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-9016 or (800) 422-1877
*Public education and support group for persons with visual impairments. Meets
the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1:00pm @ the local Services for the Blind office.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Love Doesn’t Hurt
Address: Center for Family Violence Prevention, 150 E. Arlington Blvd., Suite D
Telephone: (252) 758-4400
*A group that provides support and education to survivors of domestic violence. Call
for meeting dates and times.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
The GRANDS
Address: Pitt County Council on Aging
4551 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 974-1837 or (252) 752-1717
*An educational and supportive group for individuals involved in kinship care.
Meets the 1st Thursday of the month, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, at the Pitt County Council
on Aging.
HEART DISEASE
Mended Hearts
Address: Edwin Monroe AHEC Conference Center
2000 Venture Tower Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-2528
* Support group for persons with heart disease, family members, and caregivers.
Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:30pm.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Multiple Sclerosis Pitt/Greene Counties Self Help Group
Address: (local meeting location) Golden Corral, 504 SW Greenville Boulevard,
Telephone: (800) 344-4867
* A group for individuals with MS, their families, friends and other care partners.
Provides emotional support and distribution of information related to the disease.
Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:00am.
PARKINSON’S DISEASE
Parkinson’s Support Group
Address: Cypress Glen Retirement Community – Auditorium
100 Hickory Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 321-6001
*Provides support and education to persons with Parkinson’s Disease, caregivers,
and family members. Meets last Sunday of the month at 3:00pm @ Cypress Glen.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
REHABILITATION
Support Team for Active Recreation (STAR)
Address: Cypress Glen Retirement Community – Auditorium
100 Hickory Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 847-4445
*Provides social, recreational, and educational opportunities for individuals with
physical disabilities. Meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 5:30pm @ Cypress
Glen.
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TAXES
Local Tax-Aide Counseling Site—Pitt County Council on Aging
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Provides free tax help to people age 60 and older. Offers a Tax-Aide counseling
program and assists with basic income tax preparation for senior citizens. The Pitt
County Council on Aging serves as tax-aide site each year between February 1 and
April 15.
Homestead Exemption Act (Property Tax Relief)
Pitt County Tax Assessor’s Office
Telephone: (252) 902-3400
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/depts/taxadmin/assessor/
*Seniors (65 or older) and totally or permanently disabled individuals on limited
incomes may qualify for the homestead exemption, which exempts part of their
property evaluation from taxation. Applications must be completed and received in
the tax assessor’s office before June 1st of every year. Call for an application and
more details.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Telephone: (800) 829-1040 (Internal Revenue Service)
*Offers individuals (of all ages) income tax assistance. IRS trained
volunteers prepare individual tax forms between February 1 and April 15.
Call for locations and schedules.
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TELEPHONE SERVICES
TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS – SUBSIDIZED
Lifeline and Link-Up
Website: www2.ncdhhs.gov/dss/lifeline/
*Provides discounts to income-eligible individuals for both the initial installation
costs of telephone service and for monthly telephone bills.
If you receive assistance from one of the programs listed below, contact your
caseworker or your telephone company for more information or an application.
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Federal Public Housing Assistance (Subsidized Housing or Section 8)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Medicaid
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Work First Family Assistance
TELEPHONE REASSURANCE PROGRAMS
Senior Check Program
Pitt County Sheriff’s Office Crime Prevention Unit
Telephone: (252) 902-2776
*Daily telephone calls to homebound seniors 60 years of age and older between 9am
and 2pm to check on the senior’s well-being. Free service. Call for more details.
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TRANSPORTATION
Non-emergency transportation is available for older adults and disabled
individuals. Some restrictions may apply. See Yellow Pages for additional listings.
Greenville Area Transit (GREAT)
Address: 1500 Beatty Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 329-4532
Website: www.greenvillenc.gov/government/public-works/great-bus-system
*Fixed-route bus service for the City of Greenville. People over the age of 65
and those with certain disabilities ride for a reduced fare.
Greenville Area Transit (GREAT) Para Transit
Address: 1500 Beatty Street, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 329-4532
Website: www.greenvillenc.gov/government/public-works/great-bus-system
*Provides transportation within a ¾ mile corridor of the regular fixed bus routes for
people who are unable to take regular buses. Riders must complete an application
(requires a physician’s signature) and be certified as eligible by GREAT. A $2.00
fare, per one-way trip, is required.
Pitt Area Transit System (PATS)
Telephone: (252) 902-2001
Website: www.pittcountync.gov/depts/pats/
*Rural General Public (RGP) transportation service to Pitt County residents who
live outside the city limits of Greenville. Fee involved. Also provides transportation
to human service agencies (with a contract) and to individuals needing
transportation outside of the GREAT bus operating schedule. Prior registration
required.
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Offers both medical (non-Medicaid) and general transportation to seniors
(60 and older) and adults with disabilities. Availability is based on funding and
individuals must be approved for the service before transportation can be scheduled.
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TRANSPORTATION
SUBSIDIZED TRANSPORTATION
Telephone: (252) 902-1110 or (252) 902-1111
*Provides Medicaid recipients with transportation to medical appointments.
Must be a Pitt County resident. Call for details.
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UTILITIES
Some utility companies provide free energy assessments for their customers.
Contact your utility provider for more information about this service.
Ayden Utilities
Address: 4144 W. Avenue, Ayden, NC 28513
Mailing Address: PO Box 219, Ayden, NC 28513
Telephone: (252) 481-5817
Bethel Utilities
Address: 141 W. Railroad Street, Bethel, NC 27812
Mailing Address: PO Box 337, Bethel, NC 27812
Telephone: (252) 825-6191
Farmville Utilities
Address: 3672 N. Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Mailing Address: PO Box 86, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-5116
Greenville Utilities Commission
Address: 401 S. Greene Street, Greenville, NC 27834 (Main Office)
509 SE Greenville Blvd., Greenville, NC 27858 (Express Office)
Telephone: (252) 752-7166
Website: www.guc.com
Pitt and Greene Electric Membership Corporation
Address: 3989 W. Wilson Street, Farmville, NC 27828
Mailing Address: PO Box 249, Farmville, NC 27828
Telephone: (252) 753-3128
Winterville Utilities
Address: 2571 Railroad Street, Winterville, NC 28590
Mailing Address: PO Box 1459, Winterville, NC 28590
Telephone: (252) 756-2221
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VETERAN SERVICES
Greenville Health Care Center
Veterans Affairs
Address: 401 Moye Blvd., Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 830-2149
*Provides medical care to veterans who are enrolled in the VA medical system.
Call (888) 878-6890 for enrollment information.
HUD – VA Supportive Housing Program
Telephone: (877) 424-3838
*A joint effort between HUD and the VA to move veterans & their families out of
homelessness and into permanent supportive housing. Provides Section 8 vouchers,
clinical and supportive services. Call for details.
Pitt County Veterans Service Office
Telephone: (252) 902-3090
*Assists veterans and their families in the presentation, processing, proof and
establishment of claims, privileges, rights and benefits as they may be entitled to
under federal, state or local laws.
Veterans Benefits Administration Regional Office
Address: Federal Building, 251 N Main Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27155
Telephone: (800) 827-1000
Web site: www.va.gov
*Assists veterans and their families in the presentation, processing, proof and
establishment of claims, privileges, rights and benefits as they may be entitled to
under federal, state or local laws.
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VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
American Foundation for the Blind Hotline
Telephone: (800) 232-5463
Website: www.afb.org
*Information for the community about vision loss.
Eye Care America
Address: 655 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109-1336
Mailing Address: PO Box 429098, San Francisco, CA 94142-9098
Telephone: (877) 887-6327
Website: www.eyecareamerica.org
*Provides medical eye care to adults age 65 and older. Services provided by
local volunteer ophthalmologists. Eligibility requirements apply. Call for details.
National Eye Institute
Address: 31 Center Drive, MSC 2510, Bethesda, MD 20892-2510
Telephone: (301) 496-5248
Website: www.nei.nih.gov/health/financialaid.asp
* Maintains a list of programs that provide financial aid for eye exams, eye surgery,
eyeglasses and prescription drugs.
Address: 404 St. Andrews Drive, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 355-9016 or (800) 422-1877
Website: www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/dsb/
*Training in the areas of daily living skills and safe travel, employment
opportunities, medical services (eye exams, assistance with glasses), technology
services, in-home assistance and adaptive aids.
New Eyes for the Needy
Address: 549 Millburn Avenue, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Telephone: (973) 376-4903
Website: www.new-eyes.org
* Provides basic prescription eyeglasses for people in need through a voucher
program. Online application only. Visit website or call for more details.
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VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
Radio Reading Service of Eastern North Carolina
Telephone: (252) 758-4683
Website: www.rrsenc.com
*Broadcasting service that provides local, state, national and international programs
to listeners who are visually impaired. Newspapers and magazines are read over a
specific radio channel. Special radios are loaned free of charge.
Talking Books Program (Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped)
Address: State Library of North Carolina, Department of Cultural Resources
1841 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27635
Telephone: (919) 733-4376 or Toll-free (888) 388-2460 or TDD (919) 733-1462
Website: http://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph/
*Special public library that circulates books and magazines especially made for
persons who cannot use regular printed material because of a visual or physical
disability. Applications can be obtained from your local reference librarian or
downloaded from the website.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Pitt County Council on Aging offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to
help senior citizens in Pitt County. A few of the opportunities are listed below.
For more information, contact the Volunteer Development Coordinator at the Pitt
County Council on Aging (252) 752-1717 or visit the agency’s website at
www.pittcoa.com
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Building & Grounds
Instructors for Activities
Meals on Wheels
ADDITONAL COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
American Red Cross – Pitt County Chapter
Telephone: (252) 355-3800
www.redcross.org/nc/greenville
Boys & Girls Clubs of Pitt County
Telephone: (252) 355-0625
www.bgcpitt.org
Center for Family Violence Prevention
Address: 150 Arlington Blvd., Suite D, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 758-4400
www.c4fvp.org
Community Crossroads Center
Address: 1600 Chestnut Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 752-0829
www.communitycrossroadscenter.org
Family Support Network of Eastern NC
Address: ECU – Irons Building, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 328-9332
www.fgnenc.org
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC
Telephone: (252) 752-4996
www.foodbankcenc.org
Habitat for Humanity of Pitt County
Address: 214-D East 14th Street, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 758-2947
www.habitatpittco.org
Literacy Volunteers of Pitt County
Address: 105-A East Arlington Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27858
Telephone: (252) 353-6578
www.pittleteracy.org
Telephone: (252) 758-4357
Ronald McDonald House
Address: 529 Moye Boulevard, Greenville, NC 27834
Telephone: (252) 847-5435
www.rmhc.org
VolunteerMatch
Website: www.volunteermatch.org
*Interactive website that posts volunteer needs submitted by agencies and allows
individuals to search for volunteer opportunities.
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WEBSITES
There are many websites that offer valuable information on aging issues and
provide linkages to other websites of interest. This section was intended to
supplement the information and websites already provided within the directory
under the appropriate headings. We apologize for any duplications or omissions.
Because these are independent websites, the quality or accuracy of the information
cannot be guaranteed. None of the non-Pitt County sites are endorsed by the Pitt
County Council on Aging.
Computers with Internet access are available for public use at the Pitt County
Senior Center and many public libraries.
Pitt County Senior Center
Telephone: (252) 752-1717
*Hours for public use vary depending on class schedules. Call for more information.
AGING TOPICS
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
www.aarp.org
*Links to a wide variety of topics related to older adults.
www.mecaaa.org
*Advocates for older adults through planning, training, technical assistance and
resource development; serves Beaufort, Bertie, Hertford, Martin and Pitt counties.
National Council on Aging
www.ncoa.org
*Non-profit network of organizations and aging leaders offering programs to assist
seniors in accessing benefit programs to help them remaining independent.
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WEBSITES
AGING TOPICS
National Institute on Aging
www.nia.nih.gov
*Educational material and links to other reference websites.
North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services
www.ncdhhs.gov/aging/index.htm
*Information on community based services for older and disabled adults.
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*Information and referral, case assistance, services, programs and
recreational activities for older adults in Pitt County.
U.S. Administration on Aging
www.aoa.gov
*Provides information about aging and services available to older adults.
BENEFITS
Benefits Check-Up
www.benefitscheckup.org
*Web-based service that helps seniors with limited income and resources to identify
and apply for public and private benefit programs.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
www.cms.gov
*Publications about Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
NC Health Connect
www.nchealthconnect.org
*Information about the Affordable Care Act Health Insurance Marketplace.
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WEBSITES
CAREGIVING
Family Caregiver Alliance
www.caregiver.org/caregiver/jsp/home.jsp
*Information on a variety of topics, public policy, research and educational materials
related to caregiving.
Full Circle of Care
www.fullcirclecare.org
*Information on a variety of topics for family caregivers, including links to other
sites of interest.
National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, Inc.
www.caremanager.org
*Website that enables users to find a private geriatric care manager anywhere in the
United States.
CONSUMER ISSUES
Annual Credit Report
www.annualcreditreport.com
*This website will assist you in accessing a free credit report once every 12 months.
This resource is approved by the Federal Trade Commission.
Better Business Bureau
www.bbb.org
*Search for and file complaints about businesses, charities and non-profit
organizations.
Federal Trade Commission
www.ftc.gov
*Offers educational programs for consumers and businesses related to consumer
protection.
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WEBSITES
CONSUMER ISSUES
National Do-Not-Call Registry
www.donotcall.gov
*This registry gives you a choice of whether or not to receive telemarketing phone
calls. You can register your home phone or mobile phone free of charge. Once
registered, telemarketers are not to call your registered number. Complaints can be
made if calls continue.
North Carolina Department of Insurance
www.ncdoi.com
*Information, publications and education about property, casualty, life and health
insurance.
DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Alzheimer’s North Carolina
www.alznc.org
*Provides educational materials on dementia and links to additional resources and
support groups. Educational workshops and counseling for family caregivers and
professionals is also available.
Duke Aging Center Family Support Program
www.geri.duke.edu/service/dfsp/links.htm
*Educational and practical information for family caregivers, as well as links to
resources.
National Alzheimer’s Association
www.alz.org
*National website for the Alzheimer’s Association. Provides educational materials
on dementia, as well as links to additional resources and information about support
groups.
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WEBSITES
END OF LIFE CARE
Aging with Dignity
www.agingwithdignity.org
*Information about advance directives and dying.
Caring Connections
www.caringinfo.org
*Community, state and national partners provide free resources and information to
help people make informed decisions about end-of-life care.
Carolinas Center for Hospice and End of Life Care
www.cchospice.org/
*Links to local hospice agencies, education and resources.
End of Life Care Coalition of Eastern Carolina
www.endoflifecarecoalition.org
*Provides education and support to help area residents have conversations and make
decisions that lead to compassionate and comfortable care at the end of life.
Hospice Foundation of America
www.hospicefoundation.org
*Resources for family caregivers on hospice care and accessing quality end-of-life
care. Also provides a directory of hospice agencies within your local area.
EQUIPMENT
Assistive Technology Exchange Post
www.ncexchangepost.org/home.php
*Facilitates equipment exchange between individuals. Vendors and distributors are
excluded.
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WEBSITES
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
Eldercare Locator
www.eldercare.gov
*A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging providing information about
resources all over the U.S.
Pitt Resource Connection
www.pittresource.org
*Click on “PRC Database” to view information about a variety of resources and
services in Pitt County.
LEGAL ISSUES
Legal Aid of North Carolina
www.legalaidnc.org/Pages/Homepage.aspx
*Provides free legal help to low-income North Carolinians in civil cases involving
basic human needs like safety, shelter, income and more.
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
www.naela.org
*Sponsors continuing legal education for elder law attorneys. Also provides a
web-based method of identifying elder law attorneys in your area.
North Carolina Bar Association
www.ncbar.org
*Lists attorneys who practice in specialized areas, offers professional support,
lobbying for legal issues and support for pro bono legal services.
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WEBSITES
LONG TERM CARE
Assisted Living Federation of America
www.alfa.org
*Information on assisted living facilities.
Friends of Residents in Long Term Care
www.forltc.org
*A non-profit charitable organization that advocates for changes in public policy,
support families of long term care residents, and helps to build public awareness in
NC about issues facing long-term care residents and their families.
National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information
http://longtermcare.gov
*This web site was developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
to provide information and resources to help individuals and their families plan for
future long-term care needs.
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long Term Care
www.theconsumervoice.org
*Advocacy, education and consumer’s guide to choosing a nursing home.
MEDICAL
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
www.cdc.gov/aging
*Provides health information for older adults.
Hospital Compare
www.medicare.gov/hospitalcompare
*Compare the quality of care hospitals give using information provided by Medicare.
NC Institute of Medicine
http://nchealthcarehelp.org/
*Connects North Carolinians with free or reduced cost health care services.
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WEBSITES
MEDICARE
Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc.
www.medicareadvocacy.org
*Advocacy agency for Medicare recipients. Also involved in policy development.
Medicare
www.medicare.gov
*The official U.S. government site for Medicare.
www.ssa.gov
*Online application for Medicare benefits.
MENTAL HEALTH
American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry
www.aagponline.org
*Educational materials, resources and links relating to the mental health issues that
affect individuals over the age of 60.
Mental Health America
www.mentalhealthamerica.net
*Offers educational materials and other resources related to mental health.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
www.nami.org
*Education, advocacy, resources and links to local resources for family members of
individuals with a mental illness.
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