Our Services:

Food Pantry:

The ActZ of the Apple has a Food Pantry that provides food for people who are at risk of hunger in Guilford County.  Food insecurity in our community is a serious problem. Our Food Pantry provides emergency groceries to individuals in the community who are struggling to gain access to fresh, healthy, and nutritious food.

Clothing:

The ActZ of the Apple has a clothing closet where we have new and gently used clothes for those who may be in need. These items have been dry cleaned and/or sanitarily washed by our staff. We currently have clothing including shoes and accessories for all sizes and ages, as well as toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning products, and some baby items.

Housing Referrals:

As we all know, we often have members in our community who may have difficulty locating temporary or permanent housing. We have several community service coordinators who will link each individual with agencies who may have vacancies or availabilities. This also includes emergency housing situation at local shelters.

Furniture Referrals:

There is nothing better than having a place to stay and needing furnishings. The ActZ of the Apple will assist those who need furnishings by contacting one of our partnering agencies. This will be items such as beds, living room items, kitchen tables, and chairs as well as dishes and glass wares. Clients must contact us to complete an assessment of household needs.

Counseling (Spiritual and Mental Health) :

We are committed to providing the highest quality care for adolescents, adults, couples, and families who needs counseling. Our Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor holds a doctorate, as well as several master’s degrees in Christian Counseling. We believe everyone deserves to receive a chance to gain help in getting past those speed bumps that may be hindering one to heal. Our goal is ensuring equal treatment for our clients, and does not discriminate based on cultural background, ethnicity or race, gender identity or sexual orientation, or religious and spiritual beliefs . **DUE TO COVID-19, The ActZ of the Apple are now utilizing telehealth, via electronic services, such as Facetime and ZOOM. 

Credit/Budgeting Classes:

We offer a class on budget and credit counseling which provides you with options for getting your finances in order so you can stay on track and achieve your life’s goals. This includes: Teaching you how to pay expenses on time, to avoid penalties and minimizing late fees. As well as teaching you how to save monies each pay-period, so you will have a savings available for emergencies and retirement.

Community Outreach:

Community outreach involves our organization offering of education, resources, and supportive activities to the community.  In terms of sustainability, community outreach allows the ActZ of the Apple Mobile Ministry to meet people where they are. With our mobile ministry, we not only can provide meals, clothes, and resources on site; but can travel to area shelters, under bridges, in the woods or in cars, were individuals tend to live or congregate. Outreach is a platform that is here, so when challenges arise, we can encourage individuals to become a part of their solution.

Referral & Liaison Services

The ActZ of the Apple Mobile Ministry believe in individuals receiving the help they may need in a crisis. We offer referral and Liaison services which is simple us bridging the gap of communication between you and the agency in which you require services. We will always do our best to locate these referrals and advocate for you to get the help you may need. **Remember we do not make any guarantees for receiving services. Each agency has their own eligibility and timeframe for requirement.

Mentorship:

Our mentorship program is designed to strengthen, empower, and inspire. Each mentor at the ActZ of the Apple has been trained in Leadership Development. Our goal is to give those who need guidance to receive the help they need. The structure of our mentoring program creates an atmosphere that is designed to decrease limitations in the lives of distressed people, and to help them become more resilient in fulfilling their highest potential in our society.

Due to the high volume of need, please give us up to 36 hours to get in touch with you.