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Local offices in Moore County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Moore County Department of Social Services
1036 Carriage Oaks Drive, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Benefits and family assistanceApply for food, medical, energy, and family assistance programs.Apply online
- Adult and child protective servicesContact the department to report suspected abuse or neglect or ask for help.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Child support · County office
Moore County Child Support
202 S Ray Street, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help establishing parentage and child support orders or enforcing an order.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Public health · County office
Moore County Health Department
705 Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Public health servicesGet county health services and information from the Health Department.
- WICCall the Health Department's WIC line to ask about nutrition help for eligible families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Older adults · County office
Moore County Department of Aging
8040 US Highway 15-501, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Aging servicesGet information and referrals for services that help older adults and their families.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Central Pines Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Regional aging servicesThe agency coordinates regional programs and information for older adults and caregivers in Moore County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on centralpinesnc.gov
Veterans · County office
Moore County Veterans Services
707 Pinehurst Avenue, Agriculture Building, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help filing veterans disability and pension claims.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Emergency help · County office
Moore County Emergency Management
302 S McNeill Street, Carthage, NC 28327
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationFind county emergency plans and information about preparing for disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Jobs and training · State office
NCWorks Career Center - Moore County
245 Shepherd Trail, Aberdeen, NC 28315
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help finding jobs, preparing for work, and connecting with training and employment services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on jetzero.ncworks.gov
State office
NCDMV Driver License Office - Aberdeen
521 S Sandhills Boulevard, Aberdeen, NC 28315
Help here
- Driver license servicesVisit the office for driver license services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdot.gov
Library · Regional office
Sandhill Regional Library System
Help here
- Library servicesUse the regional library system to find library services and locations in Moore County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on moorecountync.gov
Moore County Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Moore County, closest to the center of Pinehurst first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
Hope Community Church Food Pantry
Hope Community Church
58 miles from the center of Pinehurst821 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
Hours
- Wed12 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: Anyone; the pantry is open to the public
What to bring: Register for a visit. Food pantry visits are available once every 30 days.
Listed on gethope.net, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Parktown Food Hub
58 miles from the center of Pinehurst5123 Revere Rd, Durham, NC 27713
Hours
- Thu4:30 PM to 5:30 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Who can come: Anyone in need
Listed on foodfinder.foodbankcenc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
With Love From Jesus
60 miles from the center of Pinehurst421 Chapanoke Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
Hours
- Tue9:30 AM to 10 AM. Food only; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
- Wed9:30 AM to 10 AM. Food only; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
- Fri9:30 AM to 10 AM. Food only; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
- Sat9:30 AM to 10 AM. Food only; 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: No ID, referral, proof of income, or proof of residence required.
Listed on withlovefromjesus.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Faith Missionary Baptist Church
60 miles from the center of Pinehurst908 Suffolk Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27603
Hours
- Wed10:30 AM to 12 PM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Listed on foodfinder.foodbankcenc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Oak City Cares Weekend Meals
Oak City Cares, Inc.
61 miles from the center of Pinehurst1430 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 6 PM. Meals at 09:00, 12:30, and 15:00
- Sun9 AM to 6 PM. Meals at 09:00, 12:30, and 15:00
Listed on oakcitycares.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
First Cosmopolitan Baptist Church
62 miles from the center of Pinehurst1515 Cross Link Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
Hours
- Tue1 PM to 4 PM (2nd and 3rd and 4th of the month)
Listed on foodfinder.foodbankcenc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Moore 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
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina
1924 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27604
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
Sandhills Community Action Program, Inc.
340 Commerce Avenue, Suite 20, Southern Pines, NC 28387
Listed on ncdhhs.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Moore 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.
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