We have all been so touched by the countless first responders, volunteers, private citizens, non-profit groups, and businesses that have stepped up to help western North Carolina – but the work is far from over, and the road to recovery is going to be very long indeed. As communities across our area continue to recover, there are many resources available to those who have been impacted by Hurricane Helene’s devastation. Below, I’ve included additional information that I believe will be helpful for people to know – and this information is also included on my website which is regularly updated:

Disaster Recovery Centers

Alleghany County DRC: Blue Ridge Business Development Center (BDC), 115 Atwood St., Sparta, N.C. 28675

Ashe County DRC: Family Central Parks & Recreation Center, 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Jefferson, N.C. 28640

Avery County DRC: Mayland Community College-Avery Campus, 785 Cranberry St., Newland, N.C. 28657

Caldwell County DRC: Caldwell County Health & Human Services Center, 2345 Morganton Blvd SW, Lenoir, N.C. 28645

Mitchell County DRC: Mitchell County Senior Center, 152 Ledger School Rd., Bakersville, N.C. 28705

Watauga County DRC: Appalachian Enterprise Center, 130 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone, N.C. 28607

Postal Updates

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has established a series of alternate locations due to the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. By clicking here, you can view a list of alternate USPS locations as well as any relevant updates on closures and impacted sites.

State and Local Resources

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a dedicated webpage with information on disaster recovery services that are being provided across the state of North Carolina. Posted on this webpage are sets of contact information provided by state agencies, local governments, and community-based organizations.

A Helpful Reminder

While helping constituents in the 5^th District recover from Hurricane Helene has been a major focus over the past month, my district offices are continuing to assist constituents with casework. If you have any issues with the federal government, please contact my offices in Boone or Clemmons – my staff stand at the ready to assist you. Below, you’ll find the telephone numbers for both offices:

Boone: 828-265-0240

Clemmons: 336-778-0211

Quote of The Week

“I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.”

-Edward Everett Hale

Have a blessed weekend,