Resources and Assistance

Social Services

Go to www.ccdssnc.com to inquire about how to apply for all new and ongoing public assistance programs such Energy Assistance, Child Care, and Work First.

NC 2-1-1

NC 2-1-1 is an information and referral service provided by United Way of North Carolina. Families and individuals can call to obtain free and confidential information on health and human services and resources within their community.

NC 2-1-1

United Way of Cumberland County

File for Unemployment

The only way to file for unemployment in NC is through the Division of Employment Security.

For assistance with claims, resetting accounts or passwords and answers to specific questions, contact the Customer Call Center at 888-737-0259 or .

Still need additional assistance? Send your name and last four of your social security number, contact number, best time to call and description of problem to .

U.S. Small Business Administration

The SBA offers help for small businesses affected by COVID-19.

Business Impact Survey

A new survey has launched to measure the economic impact of COVID-19 on Cumberland County’s business community. Created by the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC), Cumberland Community Foundation, Center for Economic Empowerment and Development (CEED), The Cool Spring Downtown District, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the economic impact survey will inform recovery efforts and aid for a variety of business sectors.

The 21 – question survey will take an estimated five minutes to complete. Businesses in Cumberland County are encouraged to participate. Take the Business Impact Survey.

Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payment

The IRS is offering tax help for taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others – including health plans – affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).

Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payment

Wellness and Mental Health

NC Department of Health and Human Services
Information on resources to help reduce stress and anxiety and tips to stay healthy.
Managing Your Overall Health

Alliance Health
Call the Alliance 24-hour Access and Information Center at 800-510-9132 and a licensed clinician will assist you in finding the right kind of help.
Taking Care of Your Emotional Health
Taking Care of Yourself and Reducing Stress

Declaration of the Rescinding of the State of Emergency

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners declared a State of Emergency, based on the public health emergency of COVID-19, on March 16, 2020. The Board of Commissioners issued a Declaration of the Rescinding of the State of Emergency on Aug. 1, 2022.

Rescinding of the State of Emergency

General Assembly of North Carolina Session Law 2022-57, Senate Bill 435