Examples of How We Help

The home of a couple in their 80’s was in such disrepair that they couldn't afford the high heating bills. 

A young mother whose newborn did not survive, could not afford to bury her baby girl.

A disabled man, struggling to survive on Social Security payments, lost his home of 17 years, when the trailer park he lived in was sold.  He simply couldn't afford the deposits necessary for a new home.

A family of seven, left struggling when the Dad, a construction worker, fell three stories, injured his back and was out of work temporarily.

A 40 year old single mother of two young boys, suffers with cancer and is unable to work.  She gets behind in her mortgage and utilities. 

The family whose car broke down and cannot afford the repairs.  The father must arrange rides to work, if he cannot  find a ride then he cannot provide for his family.

The family of four who, because they spent their earnings on other necessities, come to the ICO for a food voucher.

No Reservations are Necessary. Our offices are located at the following location.  Each office is open to serve clients at specific times.  Please check office hours as each location is open at different times.

Nags Head
YMCA
3000 S. Croatan Highway
Nags Head
(use side door in front of the Skate Park)
Phone 252 480-0070
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays
10am to 2pm

Jarvisburg
7411 Caratoke Highway
Hebron United Methodist Church
Office hours:
Wednesdays 10am to 2pm.

Providing assistance to people facing a temporary, emergency crisis