Last Updated on January 29, 2024 by Lori Pace
This article is about the single mom assistance programs in North Carolina that help single parents with the financial burden of being only parents.
North Carolina Assistance Programs
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) For Single Mothers
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is a federally funded program that provides food assistance to qualified low-income individuals and families through an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card. Their goal is to supplement your food budget and make it possible for you to buy more nutritious food for your family. This EBT card cannot be used to purchase non-food items. Start your application online on Epass. Contact 866-719-0141 or 877-452-2514 (TTY) for immediate food assistance.
Legal Aid Assistance Of North Carolina
Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC) provides free legal help to low-income individuals in non-criminal cases of domestic abuse, evictions and foreclosures, denial of government benefits, consumer debts, wills and powers of attorney. Start your application for LANC online, or locate an office. Their website has Spanish, too, if you need it. Contact their Helpline at 866-219-5262.
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families (TANF) And Single Mothers
The TANF is a federally funded program that provides temporary but monthly cash benefits and the possibility of Medicaid benefits to low-income families with dependent children. Start your TANF application online.
Matthews Free Medical Clinic (MFMC)
The Matthews Free Medical Clinic provides free and quality healthcare to low-income and uninsured patients. The clinic is open to residents of Matthew, North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, and Union County. Their services include acute and chronic primary care, women’s clinics, psychiatry clinics, and orthopaedic and pharmacy clinics.
- Friday: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Labs: Monday and Thursday from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm only
- Doctor Visits are by appointment only
The MFMC helps those in need of medical care but cannot afford to pay for one. Visit the Matthews Free Medical Clinic page to find the forms you need before an appointment. Contact the clinic to find out more about them at 704-841-8882.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
The WAP provides assistance to low-income individuals and families, including single mothers who are renters or homeowners. This assistance will help reduce a family’s home energy bill. They do an energy audit to see which to install that will help conserve energy. Start your application for WAP online and call 877-623-6748 for more information.
Prescription Medication Assistance Program For Single Mom In North Carolina
The North Carolina MedAssist is a nonprofit pharmacy program that provides prescription medications, patient support, advocacy, and related services to the uninsured. The medications are secured from the Patient Assistance Programs (PAP), and made available through selected pharmaceutical companies. Visit the MedAssist website to see the medications available.
What Is Other Help Available For Single Mothers In North Carolina?
If you are looking for grants or other information for single mothers in North Carolina, here are some resources for you:
