Burke County Resources

Listed below are agencies and organizations that may be able to assist with housing, environmental hazards and other needs.

Addressing Home Hazards

Pest Management
NC Cooperative Extension: 828-764-9480

Smoking Prevention
Karen Caldwell at the Tobacco Prevention and Control Branch: 828-620-1646

Housing Assistance

Western Piedmont Regional Housing Authority: 828-485-4224
Morgantown Housing Authority: 828-437-9101
Valdese Housing Authority: 828-874-0098
Catholic Charities: 800-227-7261

Maternal, Infant, and Child Health

Care Coordination for Children (CC4C): 828-764-9150
WIC Clinic: 828-764-9150

Developmental Screenings/ Early Intervention Services
Children’s Developmental Services: 828-433-5171

Public Health and Environmental Health

Health Department: 828-764-9150
Environmental Health Department: 828-764-9240
Emergency Medical Services: 828-764-9320

Social Services/Legal Assistance

Department of Social Services: 828-764-9600
Legal Aid of North Carolina: 828-437-8280