A non-profit human services organization dedicated to the prevention of substance misuse and improved health for all residents of Swain County. We provide drug drop boxes, Naloxone nasal spray, used syringe dropbox, Lock Your Meds Campaign. Drug take-back day events.
With the help of thousands of volunteer Big Brothers and Big Sisters, we’ve been transforming children’s lives through professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships for 35 years
Hospice is a special way of caring for patients and families coping with life-limiting illness. Those needs can be met with the compassion and expertise of Harris Palliative Care & Hospice. Professionals and volunteers are available to help you and your family during this time. If a diagnosis has been accepted and no further curative treatment is being sought, then hospice can offer spiritual, emotional and medical support.
The 9-bed facility serves boys and girls, 12-17 years old, who were in need of a safe, nurturing place to go. With an average of 50 youth per year being served by the program, an estimated 2,150 children have received shelter and support through Hawthorn Heights.
We want to spread our message of hope and compassion for homeless and vulnerable populations. We believe that by providing a safe housing environment and supportive services we can make a difference in the community, and that collective action can greatly impact the world. Through advocacy and outreach activities, our team works tirelessly each day to contribute their part to the greater good.