Health & Wellness
Medical Facilities
Access a listing of hospitals and clinics in Cabarrus County.
Government Benefits
Access resources and information available for Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, Disability, etc.
Support and Resources
Access groups focused on areas such as grief recovery, substance abuse, palliative care, etc.
Exercise & Diet
Access resources and information, such as fitness facilities, parks & greenways, nutritional tips, healthy recipes, and more.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
CLINICS
Community Free Clinic
704.782.0650
528A Lake Concord Rd NE, Concord
Qualifications
- Cabarrus County resident
- Have no medical insurance and do not qualify for Medicaid or Medicare
- Household income at or below 125% of the federal poverty line
Logan Family Medicine
704.792.2313
298 Lincoln St, Concord
- Sliding fee scale
- Primary care
- Behavioral Health
- Chronic disease management
- Dental
McGill Family Medicine
704.792.2242
202D McGill Ave NW, Concord
- Sliding fee scale
- Primary Care
- Behavioral Health
- Chronic Disease Management
Charity Care (Atrium Health Cabarrus)
704.403.3000
920 Church St N, Concord
- Financial assistance with hospital bill
Charlotte Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat
704.785.8600
1085 NE. Gateway Court, Concord
- Eye Care
- ENT
- Audiology
HOSPICE
Atrium Health Hospice and Palliative Care Services
704.512.2586
920 Church Street N, Concord
- End of life care
Hospice and Palliative Care of Cabarrus County
704.935.9434
5003 Hospice Ln, Kannapolis
- End of life care
- Visits patients at their home or facility
- Respite (5 day stay)
- Bereavement counseling, even if you do not use their services
DENTAL
Kannapolis Universal Smiles
704.925.1375
281 Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis
- Low Cost Dentures
- Accepts Medicaid, Does NOT accept Medicare
Affordable Dentures and Implants
980.334.6230
2225 Roxie St NE, Kannapolis
Weddington Family Dentistry
704.782.2630
3099 Rock Hill Church Rd, Concord
- Does not Accept Medicaid/Medicare
- Accepts Care Credit
GOVERNMENT BENEFITS
Social Security Administration
National Office: 800.772.1213
Local Office: 888.366.6149
830 Florence St NW, Concord
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Seniors 65 or older, disabled, or blind who meet the financial criteria
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
- Benefits for people who cannot work due to a medical condition that is expected to last at least one year or result in death
Social Security (SS)
- Replacement income for qualified retirees and their families
Medicaid
800.633.4227
www.Medicare.gov/talk-to-someone
Medicaid is a joint Federal and state program that helps pay health care costs if you have limited income and resources and meet other requirements. Some people qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid.
People with full Medicaid coverage may get coverage for services that Medicare doesn’t cover or only partially covers, like nursing home care, personal care, transportation to medical services, home and community-based services, dental, vision, and hearing services.
Medicaid.gov is the official U.S. government site for Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare (Social Security Administration)
ssa.gov
- 65 and older, disabled, or have kidney failure
- Part A (Hospital insurance)
- Part B (Medical insurance)
- You can buy a Medicare Supplemental Insurance policy to cover medical expenses that Part A and Part B do not cover.
- Different plans/enrollment
- No referrals needed to see a specialist
Medicare Advantage (Part C)
Most Medicare Advantage plans offer coverage for services original Medicare does not cover such as gym memberships, some vision, hearing, and dental services.
- Need a referral
- Use doctors in their network
- Different enrollment options (Initial, Special, General, Open…)
MEDICATION ASSISTANCE
NC Med Assist
866.331.1348
- Mobile Free Pharmacy
- Provides low income families with free over the counter medications
Medassist of Mecklenburg
704.943.9639
4428 Taggart Creek Rd Ste 101, Charlotte NC 28208
- Provides free prescription medications to North Carolina residents who are uninsured, with no access to Medicaid, Medicare, VA insurance or private insurance
Cooperative Christian Ministry (CCM)
Apply online at CooperativeMinistry.com or call the Financial Assistance Hotline 704.786.4709 ext.802
- Life sustaining medication
- CCM only works with Cannon Pharmacy on Cannon Blvd
DISABILITY INSURANCE
NC Department of Insurance
855.408.1212
1303 S. Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis
- SHIP – Senior Health Insurance Information Program
- Offers guidance for choosing the type of insurance and navigating existing insurance policies
- Provides a platform for registering complaints and grievances against insurance companies
- Can also answer questions about Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance
ePASS
888.622.7328
1303 S. Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis
- Apply for Medicaid, Food Stamps, LIEAP/CIP (Energy Assistance)
- The Senior Adult/Disabled person who already has Medicare can apply for Medicaid to help pay for Medicare premiums, which usually cost $120.00-$150.00 monthly and are paid out of their Social Security Income.
SHIIP – Senior Health Insurance Information Program
NC Medicare Information
WEBSITE LINK
SUPPORT AND RESOURCES
Adult Protective and Health Services / Adult & Aging Services
Cabarrus Department of Human Services
NC DHHS: Aging and Adult Services
704.920.1400 or 704.920.2020
1303 S. Cannon Blvd, Kannapolis
- Provides help and hope for people 60+ who are aging alone with limited resources
- Provides Occupational Therapy based home safety assessments
- Provides monthly mobile pantry services for qualified individuals
- Provides minor home modifications to facilitate a more safe environment in order for an individual to reside in their home as long as possible
- Provides adaptive equipment as available
Angelic Home Care, Inc.
704.262.3324
325 McGill Avenue NW Ste 516, Concord
- Meal preparation
- Laundry
- Light housekeeping
- Non-medical services
Concord Area Brain Injury Support Network
Forrest Hills United Methodist Church
265 Union Street, Concord
- 3rd Monday of each month, 7-8:30pm
- Margaret Love, 704.784.2503
- Gayle Pittman, 704.888.4110
Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
800.272.3900
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia, you are not alone. The Alzheimer’s Association is the trusted resource for reliable information, education, referral, and support to millions of people affected by the disease.
SeniorHomes.com
Coping with Older Adult Bullying in Senior Living Communities
MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) North Carolina
800.451.9682
331 Corban Ave, Concord
NAMI’s mission is to provide support, education, advocacy, and public awareness so that all affected by mental illness can build better lives.
Partners Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
888.235.4673
185 Wilkinson Court SE, Concord
- Mental Health
- Suicide prevention
- Intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Traumatic brain injury
- Substance abuse
Daymark Mental Health Services
704.939.1100
284 Executive Park Dr, Suite 100, Concord
- Mental Health outpatient treatment
- Psychiatric services/ medical services
- Psychological assessments
- Intensive in-home treatment
- Emergency services (advanced access)
- Mobile crisis management 866.275.9552
- Suicide Prevention Hotline 800.273.8255
- Targeted case management services
Daymark Substance Abuse Services
704.939.1100
284 Executive Park Dr, Suite 100, Concord
- Substance abuse outpatient treatment
- Substance abuse intensive outpatient treatment (SAIOP)
- DWI/DWLR services
- Peer Support services
RESOURCES
Big Elm Ministries
704.933.5862
905 McKnight St, Kannapolis
Monday-Friday 10am-2pm
Gently Used Medical Supplies:
- Hospital beds, electric wheel chairs, rollator, walkers
- Bed side commodes
- Shower chairs
- Pull ups/briefs, bed pads
Free Fans for Seniors
DHS 704.920.1400 Option 7
- Persons 60+ living in the home
- Cabarrus County resident
- Resident does not have central air
- Accepting applications in May
Free Smoke Detectors
Concord Fire Department 704.920.1400
Kannapolis Fire Department 704.920.4260
- Must be a homeowner
- Property owners are required by law to provide smoke detectors. If there is an issue, the Fire Department will send the owner a letter.
- Installs battery operated smoke alarms based on availability
- Carbon monoxide detectors are also installed, if the owner has gas appliances
EXERCISE & DIET
Concord Senior Center
704.920.3484
331 Corban Ave, Concord
- Day program
- No membership fees
- Fitness center
- Offers a variety of recreational activities
- Tax preparation
YMCA Silver Sneakers
704.795.9622
5325 Langford Ave NW, Concord
Living Water Church of God Walking Club
704.932.6396
166 N. Little Texas Rd, Kannapolis
