Dare County, NC Assistance Programs

Dare County Food Assistance Programs

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Dare County.

The Dare County Center

950 Marshall C. Collins Drive
Manteo, NC - 27954
(252)475-9270
The Dare County Center is a multi-generational facility on Roanoke Island that provides resources, programs and activities designed to enhance the lives of Dare County citizens. Conveniently located near the Dare County Administration Building and Justice Center in Manteo, the Dare County Center offers a variety of programs for youth, adults, older adults, and families. There is something for everyone at the Dare County Center including arts & crafts classes, exercise classes, cooking classes, health and wellness programs, trips, health fairs, community potlucks, estate planning, technology classes, tax assistance, Medicare assistance, and much more. The Center features a state of the art fitness room, arts & crafts room, library/electronic media room with computers, kitchen, dining area, multi-purpose room, stage, activity room, and two classrooms. Our Activities Calendar lists a wide range of opportunities to learn, stay fit, and have fun. Stop by, take a tour and let our friendly staff show you everything that is waiting for you at the Dare County Center. Valuable information about Medicare programs is provided by the Adult & Senior Services Department through the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP). This innovative program created by the North Carolina Department of Insurance offers free counseling about general Medicare issues, insurance for long-term care, and Medicare's prescription drug coverage. The Dare County Center encourages those 55 and older to participate in the Outer Banks Senior Games. Each spring Seniors have fun competing in a wide range of sporting events and artistic performances. Like the Olympics, achievements are recognized with gold, silver, and bronze awards and the privilege of representing Dare County in the statewide North Carolina Senior Games. While the program honors personal and team accomplishments, the emphasis is all about being active and having fun. Nutritious meals are served five days per week at the Dare Co..

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Oxford House for Women - OBX

302 Gunas Dr.
Kill Devil Hills, NC - 27948
(252) 715-3787
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group suport are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Soundside

609 Kelly Court
Kill Devil Hills, NC - 27948
(252) 441-8874
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group suport are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Ocean Acres

305 W Ocean Acres Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC - 27948
(252) 715-1272
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group suport are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Bay

1201 7th Ave
Kill Devil Hills, NC - 27948
(252) 715-4393
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group suport are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Dare County Various Assistance Programs

Below we list an array of other helpful resource programs we have found in Dare County.

Thomas A. Baum Senior Center

300 Mustian Street
Kill Devil Hills, NC - 27948
(252)475-5635
The Thomas A. Baum Senior Center offers Dare County residents and visitors over 55 years of age a variety of programs and activities to promote active and healthy lifestyles for older adults and provides opportunities for recreation, socialization, nutrition, and health support services. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ..

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The Fessenden Center

46830 Highway 12
Buxton, NC - 27920
(252)475-5650
The Fessenden Center is a multi-generational facility serving all of Hatteras Island with programs and activities for toddlers, youth, adults, older adults, and families. Located in Buxton, Dare County Parks and Recreation programming and Dare County Adult and Senior Services are both offered through the facility. The Fessenden Center staff seeks to provide professionally designed and supervised programs that benefit all ages and interests in areas such as athletics, arts, wellness and general leisure programming. Youth programs include a variety of classes and lessons as well as, team and individual sports, summer camps, and special events. Adult programs are also diverse including shopping trips, movies, luncheons, team sports, fitness classes and speakers covering a variety of topics..

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Dare County Assistance Locations

Government and Private Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.