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BBQ Capital Cook-off
Apr. 27, 2012 – Apr. 28, 2012

www.visitlexingtonnc.com

BBQ Capital Cook-off

207 East 3rd Avenue

Lexington, NC 27292

Contact: Robin Bivens

Email: info@visitlexingtonnc.com

Business:336-236-4218

Toll Free U.S.:866-604-2389
Admission Information

Free admission for the entire family.

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Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival
May. 4, 2012 – May. 5, 2012
www.hamandyam.com

Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival

200 S. Front Street

Smithfield, NC 27577

Contact: Chris Johnson

Email: dsdcchris@aol.com

Business:919-934-0887

Toll Free U.S.:800-441-7829

Fun for the entire family, the Ham & Yam Festival honors Smithfield’s agricultural history. With a barbecue cook-off, “What’s That Yam Thing?” contest, and food vendors, both ham and yams abound. Visitors wander through the festival area filled with hundreds of booths occupied by face painters, local non-profit organizations, and vendors selling items including garden flags, handbags, kitchen tools, handmade jewelry and many other arts and crafts. The family event keeps crowds entertained with performances on three stages, children’s games, carnival rides, pig races and a petting zoo. Friday, 5/4 Concert at 8:30pm – Molly Hatchet, Saturday 5/5 Concert 8:30pm – The Lost Trailers.

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MerleFest 25
Apr. 26, 2012 2:30 pm – Apr. 29, 2012 6:00 pm
www.merlefest.org

MerleFest 25

1328 S Collegiate Drive

Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Contact: Tabitha Hudler/ Angela Woodruff

Email: merlefest@wilkescc.edu

Business:336-838-6260

Alt:336-838-6185

Toll Free U.S.:800-343-7857

Celebrate spring and help kick off festival season at MerleFest 25, considered one of the premier music festivals in the country. MerleFest 25 will be April 26-29, 2012, on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, N.C. The four-day festival features over 90 artists performing on 14 stages, including Doc & Richard Watson, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives and the Tedeschi Trucks Band. See the complete lineup and get information about all the fun activities offered at MerleFest by visiting www.merlefest.org.

MerleFest has gained an international reputation for stellar music lineups, family-friendly atmosphere and loyal fans who return year after year! Be a part of it at this year’s 25th edition of MerleFest.

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Festivals and Fun Times:

North Carolina, Raleigh
Southern Women’s Show
Dates: April 27, 2012 – April 29, 2012
Location: North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Raleigh, NC
Wake County

North Carolina, Charlotte
Sugarland
Sugarland Dates: April 27, 2012 – April 27, 2012
Location: Thompson/Boling
Charlotte, NC
Mecklenburg County
Event Hours: TBD

North Carolina, Raleigh
Sugarland
Sugarland Dates: April 28, 2012 – April 28, 2012
Location: Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
Raleigh, NC
Wake County
Event Hours: TBD

North Carolina, Chadbourn
North Carolina Strawberry Festival
Dates: May 12, 2012 – May 12, 2012
Location:
Chadbourn, NC
Columbus County
Description: Come Join In The Fun With Attractions, A Parade, Pageant Queens, Live Entertainment, Bands, Clowns, Hot Air Baloons, and Strawberry Shortcake Galore!!!!

North Carolina, Greensboro
Dierks Bentley with Eli Young Band
Dates: May 18, 2012 – May 18, 2012
Location: White Oak Amphitheatre at Greensboro Coliseum
Greensboro, NC
Guilford County
Event Hours: 7pm

North Carolina, Charlotte
Billy Currington w/ David Nail
Billy Currington Dates: May 18, 2012 – May 18, 2012
Location: Time Warner Cable Uptown Amphitheatre
Charlotte, NC
Mecklenburg County
Event Hours: 8pm

North Carolina, Raleigh
Lady Antebellum:
Lady Antebellum Dates: June 8, 2012 – June 8, 2012
Location: Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
Raleigh, NC
Wake County
Event Hours: 7pm

North Carolina, Charlotte
Lady Antebellum with Darius Rucker
Darius Rucker Dates: June 9, 2012 – June 9, 2012
Location: Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
Charlotte, NC
Mecklenburg County
Event Hours: TBD

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Offers free help to North Carolina homeowners who are facing foreclosure. The State Home Foreclosure Prevention Project was created by emergency legislation signed into law to help reduce subprime foreclosures in North Carolina. Call 1-866-234-4857 to talk to a counselor or make an appointment.

For more information visit https://www.disability.gov/state/north_carolina/housing.

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North Carolina School Breakfast and Lunch Program
Managing Agency North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students each
day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation’s children
by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious school
lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets established nutrition
standards.

General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of North Carolina and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for
each additional person in the home.

Your Next Steps
The following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.

Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child’s school. A listing of your state’s schools can be found here:

http://schooljobs.dpi.state.nc.us/StateMap

Program Contact Information
Please visit the North Carolina Child Nutrition office to learn more about the programs:

http://www.ncpublicschools.org/childnutrition/programs/

If you would like to speak with a State representative regarding the programs, you can call the North Carolina Department of Public
Instruction at:

919-807-3300

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MSRRC is one of six Regional Resource Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs. MSRRC provides technical assistance to state early intervention lead agencies, departments of education and other related state agencies. The Centers work to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, birth through 21 years, and their families. Find resources for parents and educators in your state.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/north_carolina/education

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Provides information, education, support and advocacy to persons with disabilities, their families and the community. Learn more about F.I.R.S.T.’s Community Parent Resource Center and parent advocates who can help with the special education process and IEP meetings.

For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/north_carolina/education

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Program Description
The Weatherization Assistance Program is designed to help low-income citizens save energy and reduce expenses through the
installation of energy conservation materials and the implementation of energy efficiency measures in their homes. The goal of the program is to create a safe, energy efficient and comfortable home environment for the families served. Priority is placed on providing assistance to the elderly, individuals with disabilities and families with children. The 3,352 families that benefited from the program last year saved an average of $173 per household. A household’s income must be under 150 percent of poverty to be eligible to participate in the program; however, over eighty percent of the families served in North Carolina have annual incomes below $15,000. The North Carolina Weatherization Assistance Program is implemented in all counties in the State through 29 subgrantees. Local agencies determine client eligibility based on Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Agency staff conduct an energy audit and perform diagnostic testing to determine air infiltration, heat loss, levels of carbon monoxide and identify recommended energy conservation, safety and health measures. Local agency staff and private contractors complete the work.
Staff and the resident inspect the work and, if satisfied, the resident provides an approval signature.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of North Carolina, your household’s annual income
before taxes must not exceed $21,660 if one person lives in the household; $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if
three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if
six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; and $74,020 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $7,200 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program contact the Office of Economic Opportunity at 919-715-5850.

Program Contact Information
For more information on the North Carolina Weatherization Assistance Program, please visit:

http://www.energync.net/Weatherization.pdf

To speak with the Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity about the Weatherization Assistance Program, please call
Lawrence D. Wilson at:
919-715-5850

Or e-mail at:
oeomail@dhr.state.nc.us

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
The North Carolina Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) provides nutritious meals to children who would normally receive free or
reduced price meals when school is in session. SFSP helps children to maintain a nutritious diet and helps their families to stretch
their food dollars during the summer months.
The program is offered in many and various locations such as parks, playgrounds, housing authorities, day camps, churches,
community centers, etc. Often the SFSP meal service is combined with learning and recreational activities for the children.

In 2000, about 574,000 children in North Carolina were eligible to receive SFSP meals. However, less than 10 percent of this number
were actually served. Therefore, the Nutrition Services Section is making every effort to publicize the program so that more
organizations will sign up to become program sponsors.

General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina, your household’s annual income
before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if
three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if
six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for your state’s child nutrition program, please visit the following website:

http://www.nutritionnc.com/snp/sfsp.htm#about

Program Contact Information
To learn more about the North Carolina SFSP please visit:

http://www.nutritionnc.com/snp/sfsp.htm

Please contact program coordinator Ruth McDowell to ask about North Carolina SFSP at:
919-715-1924

Or send an e-mail to:
ruth.mcdowell@ncmail.net

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
The Food Stamp Program is a Federal program that provides a monthly allotment of Food Stamp benefits issued via Electronic
Benefit Transfer cards (like ATM cards, they are called EBT cards). The Food Stamp Program is an entitlement program; so all
eligible individuals and households can receive assistance. Food Stamp benefits may be used to purchase most foods at
participating stores. They may not be used to purchase tobacco, pet food, paper products, soap products, or alcoholic beverages.
Applications are taken at county Departments of Social Services in the county in which the household resides. Some counties have
Food Stamp outreach offices as well. Persons who live in households consisting only of SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
applicants or recipients may apply for Food Stamp benefits at the Social Security Administration Office. Eligible households must be
given the opportunity to receive Food Stamp benefits no later than thirty days from the date of application. Individuals with special
circumstances must be given an opportunity to receive Food Stamp benefits no later than seven days from the date of application.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings
and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the
household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the
household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.

Program Contact Information
CARE-LINE Information and Referral Service:
800-662-7030

In the Raleigh area or outside of North Carolina, call:
919-855-4400

Hearing impaired callers can dial our TTY line:
877-452-2514

County Department of Social Services Directory:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dss/local/

NC Food Stamp Website:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dss

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
As of October 1998, families who have a total household income that is too high to qualify for Medicaid but too low to afford rising
health insurance premiums are able to get free or reduced price comprehensive health care for their children. The new plan, NC
Health Choice for Children, provides the same coverage provided for the children of state employees and teachers.
NC Health Choice for Children is a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers not only hospitalization but also outpatient
care. Benefits include: sick visits; checkups; hospital care; counseling; prescriptions; dental care; eye exams and glasses; hearing
exams and hearing aids; and other related services. Find out today if your child or children are eligible for benefits.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina, under 19 years of age, not covered
by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual
household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the household;
$44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household;
$66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live
in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process

Applications (in English or Spanish) for this program are available in many different locations including county social services
departments, local health departments, and on our Web site: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dma/healthchoice/apply.htm.

It is a simple application form, which may be submitted to your county social services department by mail. The form plus any
required enrollment fee would begin the application process. This application form can be mailed or taken to your county social
services department. Each application will first be reviewed to see if the child is eligible for Medicaid and, if not, then reviewed to
see if the child is eligible for NC Health Choice for Children. If the child is found to be eligible for NC Health Choice for Children, the
application will be processed and the parents will receive a health card, a benefits booklet and instructions in the mail. Once parents
are notified, the child is eligible to receive care. Unlike Medicaid, the NC Health Choice for Children program is limited by the amount
of funds that are available. Therefore, it is open only to children on a first come, first served basis. Once the program is full, a waiting
list will be taken, so it is in the best interest of the child to enroll as soon as it is possible.

If you would like help filling out the application, call or visit your department of social services in the county where you live. You can
find the address and phone number in your phone book under County Government or by calling the North Carolina Family Health
Resource Line at: (800) 367-2229

Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:

http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dma/healthchoice/index.htm

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
The WIC program provides a combination of nutrition education, supplemental foods, breastfeeding promotion and support, and
referrals for health care. WIC has proven effective in preventing and improving nutrition related health problems within its
population. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Women’s and Children’s Health
Section, Nutrition Services Branch administers it. County health departments, community and rural health centers, and community
action agencies provide the services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition
risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family
members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance
for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:

http://www.nutritionnc.com/wic/director.htm

Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm

For more information on North Carolina WIC, please visit the NC WIC website at:

http://www.nutritionnc.com/wic/

To obtain additional referral forms, pamphlets, or other information contact your county health department or the NC Family Health
Resource line at:
800-367-2229

Between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and childcare institutions who do not participate in other
Federal meal service programs. The program reimburses schools for the milk they serve. Schools in the National School Lunch or
School Breakfast Programs may also participate in SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten
programs where children do not have access to the school meal programs.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina your
household’s annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in
the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in
the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people
live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.

The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm

Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program.

http://www.dpi.state.nc.us/childnutrition/

Program Contact Information
For more information regarding the North Carolina Special Milk Program on the web, please contact the Department of Public
Instruction-Child Nutrition Services office at:
919-807-3300

To visit the Child Nutrition Services web site, go to:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/FRP/frp.process.htm

You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in administering
the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment. Parents are also
provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and seasonal farm worker
families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household’s annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.

If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less
than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may
apply.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the following
website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices

Program Contact Information
Please visit the North Carolina Head Start program web site for more information:

http://ncchildcare.dhhs.state.nc.us/general/mb%5Fheadstart.asp

You can also call the Division of Child Development toll-free to speak with a State representative regarding Head Start at:
800-859-0829

Managing Agency
Division of Child Development (NC)

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own that
meet North Carolina’s eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in North Carolina during the past 12 to 18 months and have
earned at least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work
each week that you are collecting benefits.

Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.

Program Contact Information
In order to establish your unemployment insurance claim, please visit ESC’s online work registration and unemployment insurance
claim service:

https://www.ncesc.com/individual/webInitialClaims/applyBegin.asp

If you have questions, please call:
919-733-7156

Or, if you are located in North Carolina, contact a field tax auditor through the nearest Job Service office:

https://www.ncesc1.com/locator/locatormain.asp

For more information, please visit our web site at:

http://www.ncesc.com/

Managing Agency
North Carolina Employment Security Commission

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
Work First is North Carolina’s plan to help families stay off welfare or move off welfare and into jobs. Work First is not just a cash
assistance program, rather, it is built upon the belief that all people have a responsibility to their families and community to work
and provide for their children.
Through Work First, parents can get short-term training and families can get child care assistance and other services to help them
become self-sufficient. Most families have two years to move off welfare. Work First emphasizes three strategies:
1.) Diversion: Keeping families off welfare by helping them cope with unexpected emergencies or setbacks. Under Work First,
qualifying families can get up to three months worth of cash diversion assistance, child care, food stamp benefits, and Medicaid, if
they stay off welfare.
2.) Work: Shortening the length of time that families are on welfare by making work mandatory and by limiting how long a family
can receive cash assistance.
3.) Retention: Helping families that leave welfare to stay off with services such as transportation, encouraging them to save and by
helping to make sure they really are better off working than on welfare.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of North Carolina, either pregnant or responsible for a child
under 19 years of age, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either
under-employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.

Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.

Program Contact Information
In the Raleigh area or outside of North Carolina, call:
919-855-4400

CARE-LINE Information and Referral Service:
800-662-7030

County Department of Social Service Directory:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dss/local/index.htm

Work First home page:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dss/workfirst/index.htm

Hearing impaired callers can dial the TTY line at:
877-452-2514

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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Program Description
Medicaid is a health insurance program for certain low-income and needy people paid with Federal, state, and county dollars. It
covers more than 1 million people in our state, including children, the aged, blind, and/or disabled, and people who are eligible to
receive Federally assisted income maintenance payments. North Carolina Medicaid includes Baby Love for prenatal and infant
health care, Health Check for children up to age 21, Carolina ACCESS for managed care, and community alternatives to provide
home and community care as a cost-effective alternative to institutionalization. Covered individuals are elderly or disabled
individuals, children and their parents, persons needing long-term care and some Medicare recipients.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of North Carolina, a US national, citizen, permanent
resident, or legal alien, in need of health care/insurance assistance, whose financial situation would be characterized as low
income or very low income. You must also be either pregnant, blind, have a disability or a family member in your household with a
disability, be responsible for children under 19 years of age, or be 65 years of age or older.

Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.

Program Contact Information
Hearing impaired callers can dial (TTY):
877-452-2514

Medicaid home page:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dma/home.htm

Apply at your local department of social services:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dss/local

NC CARE-LINE Information and Referral Service (in NC only):
800-662-7030

In the Raleigh area or outside of North Carolina, call:
919-855-4400

Application directions are available at:

http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dma/apply.htm

An eligibility summary is available at:

http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dma/medicaid/who.htm

Managing Agency
North Carolina

http://www.ncgov.com

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