These types of guides are not as fun to read, or prepare. We have encountered a horrible natural disaster that many of us thought would never impact our area so great... A hurricane in the mountains. Hurricane Helene has left destruction in it's path. Our little communities have been damaged, with some completely destroyed. Picking up all the pieces will take time. Some of us won't get to be there while we rebuild. But, praying for their friends and families, we keep moving. We can't let it break us. We are hurting, but still here. Life will look a little different for some, a lot different for others. So, we join hands with the ones still here. We contribute however we can to help our beloved communities back on their feet. I love you, North Carolina. This is how I try to help.
This is a guide I will be updating as often as I can. When I find new things I will be adding them, while trying to remove the things no longer relevant. If you know of more resources, please contact me at melissap@macaronikid.com and I will try to get them added as soon as possible. I'm including links for the resources, so please click on them to make sure the events are still happening.. in case I haven't had a chance to remove it yet. Everything moves quickly when it comes to these types of things, so I might miss something.
School Closings:
- Asheville City Schools- Closed until Further Notice. Check Link HERE
- Buncombe County Schools-Closed until Further Notice Check Link HERE
Road Closings:
- With all of the road closings, it's hard to know how to get anywhere! This link has up-to-date road closings in North Carolina. Incredibly helpful! Check out Link HERE
Places to Volunteer or Donate:
- Henderson County needs people who can lift up to 40 lbs to sign up for volunteer shifts. Check out ways to volunteer your time. Check Link HERE
- Donate money to https://www.cfhcforever.org/for-donors/helene-relief
Need Supplies:
- Do your kids go to Henderson County Public Schools and you need household supplies? Contact their individual school to find out ways to get help
- Henderson County is moving to one Resource Hub location at 118 McAbee Court, Flat Rock, NC 28731.
The Resource Hub will be open:- Friday, October 11, 12 Noon to 5:00 p.m.,
- Saturday, October 12, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Check out Link to see new dates https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/em/page/emergency-information
- HANDS ON! Children's Museum is providing all kinds of supplies, internet service, phone service, counselors, and an on-site physician for adults with a child. Open daily 9am-7pm. 318 Main Street, Downtown Hendersonville Check out link HERE or HERE
Debris Removal:
- Henderson County has begun curbside storm debris removal to county residents as a free service. The county will pick up storm debris for free that is pushed to the right of way of a property. Please be patient. The county will pick up this storm debris for free as soon as possible. Residents will need to place all items along the right of way in order for pickup. Storm debris includes tree branches, leaves, logs, building materials, furniture, paint, etc. Please separate household garbage, construction debris, vegetative debris, large appliances, electronics and hazardous waste to expedite the removal process. Link HERE
FEMA Assistance:
- You can apply for assistance from FEMA if you've been affected by Hurricane Helene. They will help reimburse you for groceries lost, moving/hotel expenses, chainsaws, generators, and more. Click HERE for more information.
Other:
- Buncombe County has launched the One Buncombe Call Center at 828-250-6100. You can call to report damages, access resources, and find other storm-related info.
- Through the month of October Atrium Health Med-1 is set up at the Tryon Equestrian Center. Women's care is set up beside Med-1 to help anyone with prenatal needs. Walk-ins are welcome. https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=2607464446128723&set=a.103190086556184
- Tryon International Equestrian Center has been holding all kinds of Hurricane relief drives. Check out their FB page https://www.facebook.com/TryonResort
