Caldwell County
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Local offices in Caldwell County
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Human services · County office
Caldwell County Department of Social Services
2345 Morganton Boulevard SW, Suite A, Lenoir, NC 28645
Help here
- Food and Nutrition ServicesApply for food benefits and get help with program questions.
- NC MedicaidGet help applying for Medicaid and managing your local case.Read more
- Child Support ServicesGet help with child support services and payments.
- Energy AssistanceAsk about help paying energy bills.
- Protective ServicesReport concerns about abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child or vulnerable adult.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountync.org
Public health · County office
Caldwell County Health Department
2345 Morganton Boulevard SW, Suite B, Lenoir, NC 28645
Help here
- Public health servicesCall the health department to ask about clinic and preventive health services.
- WICCall to make an appointment for WIC nutrition services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountync.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Caldwell County Courthouse
216 Main Street NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
Help here
- Court information and helpGet courthouse contact information and find state court services and forms.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nccourts.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Western Piedmont Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
1880 2nd Avenue NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Help here
- Aging ServicesFind information and referrals for older adults, people with disabilities, and their families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wpcog.org
Veterans · County office
Caldwell County Veterans Services
905 West Avenue NW, Lenoir, NC 28645
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet information and help with claims for veterans benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountync.org
Emergency help · County office
Caldwell County Office of Emergency Services
240 Pleasant Hill Road, Hudson, NC 28638
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and recovery informationGet county information about preparing for emergencies and recovering from hazards.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountync.org
Library · County office
Caldwell County Public Library
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the county library system for public library services and resources.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountync.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Caldwell County, closest to the center of Lenoir first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Angels & Sparrows Community Table
Angels & Sparrows
51 miles from the center of Lenoir15016 N Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM
- Thu11 AM to 1 PM
- Fri11 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Anyone who needs help
Listed on angelsandsparrows.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Hearts and Hands Food Pantry
Hearts and Hands Foundation Inc.
57 miles from the center of Lenoir4040 Chesapeake Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216
Hours
- Tue2 PM to 5:30 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM. Spanish only
- Thu12 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: Anyone who needs emergency food assistance
Languages: Spanish
Listed on heartsandhandsfoodpantry.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Freedom Fridge & Pantry
QC Family Tree
59 miles from the center of Lenoir2916 Parkway Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28208
Hours
- Mon12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Tue12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Wed12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Thu12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Fri12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Sat12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
- Sun12 AM to 11:59 PM. Open 24 hours
Who can come: Anyone in need
What to bring: No sign-up or other requirements.
Listed on qcfamilytree.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Champion House of Care Project One
59 miles from the center of Lenoir2230 West Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28262
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 11 AM. Food box; 1 PM to 3 PM. Produce pickup
- Tue11:30 AM to 2 PM
- Wed1 PM to 3 PM. Produce pickup
- Thu1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. Seniors only
- Fri2 PM to 3 PM
What to bring: Registration is required for each distribution.
Listed on championhouseofcareprojectone.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Care Ring's Client Choice Food Pantry
Care Ring
60 miles from the center of Lenoir1514 N Graham Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Operates two to three times weekly
Who can come: Care Ring patients and clients, and other community members facing food insecurity
What to bring: Community members need a referral and appointment through Nourish Up. Care Ring patients and clients should ask their provider or coordinator for a referral.
Listed on careringnc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
The Bulb at Care Ring
The Bulb
60 miles from the center of Lenoir1514 N Graham Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
Hours
- Thu11 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Charlotte neighbors
What to bring: No referral or appointment needed.
Listed on careringnc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Caldwell County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina
3330 Shorefair Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Blue Ridge Community Action, Inc.
800 North Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655
Listed on ncdhhs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Caldwell County
North Carolina programs by kind of help
These are run by North Carolina and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- NC 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988