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August 2008

Greetings! 

United Way's 2-1-1 of WNC's e-newsletter is a resource for you.  We provide this as a way to keep in touch, highlight local health and human service initiatives, promote information and referral tools for serving your clients, gain your feedback, and strengthen our community partnerships. We hope you find the information useful.

If you have information to include, or have questions or comments, please feel free to contact us. The information in our e-newsletter is meant to be shared. Please forward and encourage your colleagues to sign-up. 
 
We look forward to hearing from you!

Cell PhoneDial 2-1-1 from Cell Phones

Community information and referral services have never been easier to access.  As of July 31st, 2-1-1 is accessible by cell phones! 
 
Until now the 2-1-1 number has only worked on landline telephones.  Now anyone can get through to 2-1-1 on cell phones from any of the 6 major carriers in our state (Alltel, AT&T, Nextel/Sprint, TMobile/SunCom, US Cellular, and Verizon).  During tough economic times, community needs rise, and it's important that people know where to call to find help.  Now all it takes is a three digit call for people to get connected and get answers.
2-1-1 ToolsTools for You

Would you like 2-1-1 promotional material for your office and clients?  Most of our customers report learning about 2-1-1 after turning to a partner agency for help.  We are happy to provied information for you to distribute.  We are able to provide posters, brochures, wallet cards, and magnets.  If you are interested in receiving our materials, please contact Jen Waite at 255-0696 or jwaite@unitedwayabc.org.
 

Christmas in JulyChristmas Countdown!   

The thermometer may read 90 degrees, but
now is the time to begin preparing your clients for the winter holidays.  Many of the local nonprofits who offer holiday toys and other assistance to children in need have application deadlines in September.  For more information about holiday assistance and upcoming application deadlines, please call 2-1-1.
VaccineCommunity Resource Spotlight 
Immunizations  
 
August is designated as National Immunization Month to spotlight the importance of keeping your immunizations up to date. The Center for Disease Control has put together a number of charts to help you keep on top of needed vaccines.  Click here to access the child, adolescent and adult immunization schedules online. 
 
The County Health Centers in our community are the primary source of free and low cost immunizations.  More specifics are outlined below.  You may also call 2-1-1 for additional details.
 
Buncombe County Health Center Immunization Clinic
The Buncombe County Health Center Immunization Clinic provides comprehensive immunizations for infants, children, and adults. This includes flu shots and vaccines for foreign travel.  All required childhood vaccines are free; they also accept Medicare, Medicaid, credit cards, cash, and checks for other vaccines
 
Immunization Clinic: (828) 250-5096
Foreign Travel Clinic: (828) 250-5096
Flu Hotline: (828) 250-5300  
 
Henderson County Department of Public Health
The Henderson County Department of Public Health provides: vaccines for children through the state/federal vaccine program; vaccines for adults and for foreign travel; vaccines for individuals exposed to select communicable diseases (rabies, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, etc.); and the flu vaccine in fall and winter. State required childhood vaccines are free; they also accept Medicaid/Medicare for Flu; sliding scale; and some insurance is accepted.
 
(828) 692-4223 x248
 
Madison County Health Department
The Madison County Health Department provides immunizations for small children and young adults up to age 18 for free and also provides free adult immunization for tetanus diphtheria and possible Hepatitis A and B.
 
(828) 649-3531
 
Transylvania County Health Department
The Transylvania County Health Department provides: vaccines for children through the state/federal vaccine program; vaccines for adults, which include routine TD booster, Hepatitis A, and Hepatitis B; flu vaccine in the fall; and Shingles vaccines for individuals 60 years old and up. Required childhood vaccines are free; Medicare is accepted for flu vaccine; there is a fee for non-state supplied vaccines.
 
(828) 884-3135