Hurricane Helene caused devastating destruction in western North Carolina as well as neighboring states on Sept. 26-27. It may take weeks to fully understand the scope of destruction in the storm's aftermath. Those affected face a long and difficult recovery,
BraveNation stands ready to help members of our community impacted by the storm and provide support to those at our sister institutions. We have compiled a list of resources below to assist students, faculty, and staff in navigating Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
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Resources for Affected Students
- Counseling support is available through CAPS
- Connect students with helpful academic, social and emotional support and resource providers through the UNCP Care Team.
- Support for basic needs including food, clothing and other resources is available through the Care Resource Center
- Academic advising and course planning and support are available through the Center for Student Success
- If you are in an affected area and are having trouble accessing course materials, attending class or meeting deadlines, please reach out to your instructor(s) as soon as possible to discuss your situation and explore options.
- Counseling support is available through CAPS
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Displaced Students
If you know of students attending other UNC System Schools and have been displaced to the greater Pembroke area, please let them know they can access student health, CAPS, the Wellness Center and similar services on our campus using their home institution ID Card. For a list of UNC institutions and their locations, please visit https://www.northcarolina.edu/institutions/
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Resources for Faculty and Staff
- Employees have access to counseling services through HeadSpace and the Employee Assistance Program.
- The university's Adverse Weather Policy provides information for employees impacted by weather events. Details and guidance regarding the adjustment of work schedules should be addressed between employees and their direct supervisors.
- Employees have access to counseling services through HeadSpace and the Employee Assistance Program.
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Additional Resources
- ReadyNC.Gov Disaster Assistance and Recovery Information
- The CDC's Disaster Distress Hotline 1.800.985.5990
- Hurricane Helene Information and Resources for NC residents NCDPS.gov
- The American Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery
- Road Conditions and Traffic DriveNC.gov
- ReadyNC.Gov Disaster Assistance and Recovery Information
UNCP Blood Drive
A Hurricane Helene response blood drive will be held on campus on Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Look for the mobile unit in Lot 16 in front of the UC Annex. Register now.
Help UNCP Students Affected by Hurricane Helene
Over 400 UNC Pembroke students have been directly affected by Hurricane Helene and its aftermath. Your gift to the UNCP Hurricane Helene Emergency Fund will help us address their urgent needs. Your support truly makes a difference.
Together, we can make a profound impact.
Ways to Help Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
If you are able and would like to support Hurricane Helene relief and recovery efforts, below are links to some ways to get involved:
- Look for volunteer opportunities on UNCP Serve
- Donate to the state’s Hurricane Helene Relief Fund
- Donate to the Appalachian State University Disaster Relief Fund
- Donate to the North Carolina Arboretum (Select “The ONE Fund” designation)
- Donate to the NCSSM-Morganton Helene Recovery Fund
- Donate to UNC Asheville (Select “UNC Asheville Fund” designation)
- Donate to the Western Carolina University Emergency Fund