Community Resources
We have a database of area services and provide referrals based on client need. We also help visitors navigate the system of available resources in our area. Budget counseling, repair, affordable housing and resources for seniors are among the services that we can help with.
Urgent Utility & Rental Assistance Programs
WakeHELPS!
If you have an overdue utility bill and have been impacted by Covid-19, apply online at https://covid19.wakegov.com/wakehelps/ or call 919-212-0476
Other Wake County Energy Assistance Programs
LIEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program or CIP (Crisis Intervention Program). Call 919-212-7000 or email hs.energy@wakegov.com
The Town of Apex provides payment to help eligible households pay their water, sewer, electric and/or solid waste utility bills. Eligible households can apply for assistance more than once in the year up to the maximum amount allowed.
This program is a partnership between the Town of Apex and Western Wake Crisis Ministry. The role of Western Wake Crisis Ministry is to process applications and inform the Town of Apex regarding the applicant's eligibility.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicant must be a resident at the service address of the account.
- Applicant must be a US Citizen or lawfully present in the US.
- The household must meet the income eligibility requirements.
If you need help filling out the form, please call WWCM at 919-362-0657 x1009.
House Wake Eviction Prevention
If you are struggling to pay your rent or facing eviction AND you have lost income due to Covid-19, call 919-899-9911 or email housing@telamon.org. For more information, visit https://housewake.org/
House Wake Access Hub
If you are facing eviction (non-Covid-19 related) or experiencing homelessness, call 919-443-0096 or email HW_AH@partnershipwake.org. For more information, visit https://partnershipwake.org/access-hub/
General Resources & Assistance
Dorcas Ministries - a resource for Cary/Morrisville residents
Triangle Family Services - financial counseling & family strengthening resources
Family And Community Empowerment Services (FACES) - a resource for Fuquay-Varina residents
Resources for Seniors
Triangle United Way (2-1-1) - directory of resources
Wake County Human Services - food stamps, medicaid, energy assistance
White Oak Foundation - financial resource for Cary, Apex, & Morrisville residents; foreclosure prevention and housing counseling for Wake County residents
Community Quick Links
Domestic Violence
InterAct - domestic violence crisis line, shelter, & resources
Food
Holly Springs Food Cupboard
St. Mary AME - Apex food pantry, (919) 362-0076
Employment
Government Jobs - database of government job listings
NC Works - employment counseling, resume help, job database
NCSU Job Board - temporary, part time, and full-time job database
Healthcare
Advance Community Health - affordable healthcare for those with and without health insurance
NeighborHealth Center - faith-based affordable healthcare for those with and without health insurance
Homeless Services
Coordinated Entry - access points that connect homeless persons with area programs and services, (919) 469-9861 ext. 203
Housing
SocialServe - affordable housing database
Legal Assistance
Natural Disasters & Emergencies
Citizen of the Year Award
Honoring our Volunteers
Partner Agency with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. WWCM distributed 150,646 pounds of food in 2021-2022
