CRC entrance at Valerie C. Woodard Center

Department of Community Resources

Dedicated to strengthening Mecklenburg County by ensuring the basic needs of individuals and families are met.

The Department of Community Resources provides individuals and families with immediate access to a diverse range of Mecklenburg County Health and Human Services programs and community partner serices in Community Resource Centers throughout the County.

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Submit your required documents online, get the services you need. Save time. Stay safe.Get the DSS services you need.

Apply for Benefits

Apply for Energy Assistance, Food and Nutrition Services, Medicaid and Work First/TANF Assistance. 

Need help paying your heating, cooling and other energy bills?

Tools & Resources

  • ​My CRC Connection Tool

    Find the services you need at your nearest Community Resources Center.

  • CRC Customer Feedback

    Provide feedback on your Community Resources Center experience.

  • North Carolina ePASS

    Apply for benefits and services in North Carolina.

  • File a Complaint

    If you have a complaint or if you would like to schedule a hearing related to a program, service or worker.

  • Report Fraud

    Report suspected welfare fraud in Mecklenburg County. It is against the law to make false statements or willfully withhold information when applying for public assistance.