Storm Stories

Drug Use, Hurricane Florence, & COVID-19

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Illicit drug users face unique challenges during disasters like Hurricane Florence and COVID-19. What happens when dealers leave town or shelter-in-place? How do overdose rates change? Find out on this week’s episode of Storm Stories.

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Want to Help:

  1. Donate – To The Good Shepherd Center to fund housing assistance programs.
  2. Advocate – Call NC Senators: Richard Burr 202-224-3154, and Thom Tillis 704-509-9087 tell them to advocate for H.R. 2721 The Pathways out of Poverty Act, that would expand funding for temporary assistance programs.

    3. Need Help:

    1. Shelter – For temporary shelter call The Good Shepherd Center 910-763-4424.
    2. Financial Assistance – For help with Financial Assistance call Lloyd Stiles from Coastal Community Action at 252-342-4831.
    3. Other Resources – Consult this list. It provides a guide for general resources as well as resources specific to Craven County.

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