A year into full operation, Cumberland’s Connected Care Program is filling care gaps
The Connected Care Program, a collaborative program between Cumberland County’s Departments of Social Services and Public Health, has worked with over 220 families and individuals to connect with services and bridge gaps in care.
Lack of mental health resources can land children in NC’s troubled child welfare system
In March 2022, John called the police to his home in Mecklenburg County because his 16-year-old son, Paul, was experiencing a violent behavioral health episode. “We don’t feel safe. We don’t know what to do. We really need treatment for him. Please help us,” John remembers telling hospital staff as he explained the violent episodes…
Free box fans available to eligible Cumberland County residents
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services is providing a free box fan for eligible residents through the Fan Giveaway Program. The program provides relief for those without access to air conditioning during hot summer months, the Department of Social Services said in a news release.