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We keep you informed on community programs, events, education, and key health topics for North Carolinians.
Mental Health
NC Department of Health and Human Services
Hotlines, local crisis centers and Mobile Crisis Teams are readily available. Find multiple resources at NCDHHS including Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK (8255), Crisis Solutions NC (800-510-9132) and more.
Support & treatment for children and adults with behavioral disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse issues.
CPR Training: 4 Steps to Save a Life from Cardiac Arrest
Dr. Monique Starks, a Duke University Cardiologist, explains how to perform CPR and use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) to save a life.
Cancer Prevention & Screening
CHC provides educational and screening events for breast cancer and colorectal cancer.
Contact CHC at 919.470.8680 for more information.
Learn more about screenings and early detection:
Kidney Disease Screening
Participate in the CARE Registry Program to get screened APOL1 gene-associated kidney disease and learn about a clinical trial for treatment.
Learn More at kidneycareandjustice.com
Emergency Rental Assistance
NC Hope Program provides rent and utility assistance to low-income renters that are experiencing financial hardship due to the economic impacts of COVID-19. The program helps prevent evictions and utility disconnections to promote housing stability during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Apply now at hope.nc.gov
Call 888-9ASK-HOPE or 888-927-5467 to learn more.
Read more from Congressman David Price
Blood Pressure Education / Hypertension & Diabetes Self-Management Workshops
CHC provides educational events on:
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how to monitor and manage these chronic conditions
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exercise, diet, and stress management
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how to perform CPR
Contact CHC at 919.470.8680 for more information.
Join an online Zoom or phone class to learn about blood pressure, provided by Lincoln Community Health Center & Duke Medical Center. Learn More >
Every Tuesday 6:00 - 6:30pm
NC WISEWOMAN provides screening, intervention, counseling and referral services for low-income, underinsured, or uninsured 40- to 64-year-old women.
American Heart Association provides information on healthy living habits, managing blood pressure, learning CPR and more.
Cancer Education, Community Health Ambassador Training
A Free "Train the Trainer" Program
This program will educate and support culturally diverse community members and faith-based leaders on cancer education. Participants will have an increased knowledge of cancer prevention, screenings, and participation in clinical trials with the overall goal of reducing health inequalities in cancer.
For more information contact:
LaSonia Barnett
(919) 684-4056
Nadia Aguilera-Funez (Bilingual-Spanish)
(919) 668 8606
Broadband Internet Program
Eligible households can receive discounts of up to $50 a month for broadband service, and up to $75 a month if the household is on Tribal lands. It also will provide a one-time discount of up to $100 on a computer or tablet for eligible households.
Learn More:
Tobacco & Vaping Prevention
As the leading preventable cause of death in the US and NC, it is critical that we do more to confront tobacco use among adults and teenagers. Over 1.4 million adults and 70,000 high school students in NC smoke cigarettes, and over 14,000 North Carolinians die each year as a direct result of tobacco use, costing the state $3.81 billion in medical costs and $4.24 billion in lost productivity annually. The Community Health Coalition supports arresting these numbers and increasing statewide tobacco control programs that will save lives and ease the financial, medical, and personal burdens of tobacco on our state.
Learn More:
Tobacco Use and Lung Cancer Awareness and Prevention
Insurance Coverage of Tobacco Cessation
Quick Facts on the Risks of E-cigarettes for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults
Youth Against Smoking: An Educational Guide To Prevent And Reduce Substance Use and/or Abuse
North Carolina Association of Area Agencies on Aging
An Area Agency on Aging is a public or private non-profit agency designated by the North Carolina General Assembly to administer the Older Americans Act at the regional level per the 1973 amendment to the Older Americans Act. Having regional oversight of the programs and funding allows the state to be more responsive and to be better able to assess local needs and concerns.
See how Triangle J Area Agency on Aging (TJAAA) helped our community through the Covid-19 Outreach and Education grant >
Health Tips
CHC offers free healthy living tips in collaboration with our partners. They are distributed monthly to local health organizations, community leaders, and churches.
Dove's Black Birth Equity Fund
As part of Baby Dove’s commitment to helping close the gap in care and health outcomes for Black expecting mothers, birthing individuals, and their babies, Baby Dove is launching The Black Birth Equity Fund. The Fund will provide immediate care to expecting Black moms and birthing individuals by increasing access to doulas as critical supports in the birthing journey.
The application can be found here.
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention
Resources in Durham for drug & alcohol rehab, detox & treatment:
Durham County Department of Public Health
Durham Recovery Response Center
Learn the warning signs and treatments for alcoholism and binge drinking.
THE ABC’S: Alcoholism, Bingeing, and COVID-19
An Educational Guide To Prevent And Reduce Alcoholism, Bingeing, And COVID-19
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Insulin Affordability
Resources are available for people with diabetes who need insulin and help understanding their healthcare and health insurance options:
JDRF’s T1D Health Insurance Guide
*ACTION ALERT*
Contact your Senators TODAY to urge them to retain the $35 per month insulin co-pay cap and other important provisions for people with T1D. YOU CAN ACT ON THIS AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT!
Utility Assistance Program
Contact any of these resources to find out if you are eligible for the Utility Assistance Program, which helps low income individuals and families who have been impacted by COVID-19
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Alliance Behavioral Health Care
800.510.9132, Open 24hrs, 7days a week
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Catholic Charities
919.286.1964, 9am-5pm Mon - Fri
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Durham Center for Senior Life
919.688.8247, 8:30am-5pm Mon - Fri
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Housing Authority of Durham
919.683.1551, 8:30am-5pm Mon - Fri
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Infinity Wellness Concepts
919.598.5000, Medical recipients only, 9am-5pm Mon-Fri
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New Outlook for Second Chance Agency
919.682.4771, 8:30am-4pm Mon - Fri
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NC Care Line
800.662.7030, 8am-5pm Mon - Fri
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Presbyterian Urban Ministry
919.220.8757, 9:30am-12:30 Mon - Thurs
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Greystone Baptist Church
919.286.3596, 9am-12:30pm Wed ONLY -
Healing With Care
919.683.5303, 10am-4pm Mon - Fri
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Durham Department of Social Services Emergency 919.560.8000, Earlene Bullock, 8:30am-5pm Mon - Fri
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El Centro
919.687.4635, 9am-5pm Mon - Fri
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Salvation Army
919.688.7306, 8am-5pm Mon - Fri
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White Rock Baptist Church
919.688.8136, 8:30am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 8:30am-2pm Fri
Video Gallery
Conversations with Community Health Coalition and community leaders about mental health, substance abuse, organ donation, end of life planning and other important health topics.
