Bladen Smart Start is dedicated to empowering families and supporting the healthy development of children in Bladen County.
In today's complex world, raising a child comes with unique challenges. That's why we offer connections to comprehensive resources and supports tailored to your family's needs, including referrals to high-quality childcare and essential financial assistance.
Every family deserves support. The future of our community depends on nurturing Bladen County’s next generation, ensuring our children grow into strong, capable, and compassionate leaders. We are here to help you navigate this journey and secure a successful future for your child.
MENTAL HEALTH
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN
FAMILY SUPPORT
CRISIS ASSISTANCE
EDUCATION
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
MENTAL HEALTH
For a true medical emergency, please call 911.
Trillium Health Resources
Member and Recipient Services Line: 1-877-685-2415 (Toll-free)
Trillium Crisis Line: 1-888-302-0738
Behavioral Health Crisis Line
Medicaid only: 1-888-302-0738 (Toll-free)
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
NC Peer Warmline
The statewide Peer Warmline (1-855-PEERS-NC) is a phone line staffed by Peer Support Specialist who offer non-clinical support and resources to those in crisis. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Somethings (partners with NC Dept of Health and Human Services)
Connects teens with Certified Peer Mentors who get it. Download the free app on the App store or Google play or visit somethings.com to get started.
Recovery Bladen
Bladen Crisis & Referral Line (910) 874-6098
EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN
Autism Society of NC
https://www.autismsociety-nc.org/
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)
https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
FAMILY SUPPORT
Bladen County Health & Human Services
300 Mercer Mill Road, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 | Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 910-862-6900
Expanded resources guide (June 2020) Bladen County Community Resource Guide
208 E McKay St, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 | Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 910-862-6800
CRISIS ASSISTANCE
Men and Women United for Youth & Families - Food Pantry Delivery
Please call (910) 655-3811
Deliveries are once a month to homes in Bladen and Columbus Counties. All accept Medicaid and will accept other insurances if the individual has health issues, such as diabetes, hypertension, etc.
Bladen Crisis Center - Food Pantry
208 Morehead Street. Elizabethtown
Every Thursday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Contact Tenecia Johnson at (910) 879-1032
Bladen County Division on Aging- Nutrition Program
For individuals age 60 and over. Call (910) 872- 6330 for eligibility and details.
E & G Development Corporation - Food Pantry
818 Famer's Union Road, Clarkton
1st Saturday, 9 am - 12 pm
Contact Fanny Walden at (910) 625-1532
East Arcadia Fire Dept & Senior Citizens - Food Pantry
1472 East Arcadia Road, Riegelwood
2nd Tuesday (usually unless food pick up is another day)
Joy Fellowship Outreach Services - Food Pantry
18336 NC HWY 87 West, Tar Heel
4th Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Contact Teresa Burns (910) 862-3440 or (910) 551-4153
Our Lady of the Snows - Food Pantry
701 W. Board Street, Elizabethtown
Mondays & Thursdays, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Contact Marquerite Worytko at (910) 871-4533
Windsor House of God (Drive Thru) - Food Pantry
12863 NC HWY 242 North, Elizabethtown
3rd Saturday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Contact Sharon Moore at (910) 850-1460
*First time pick-ups have minimal paperwork; Line up starts at 10 am and grocery items will be taken to your car.
Second Harvest Food Bank of the Southeast - Food Pantry
406 Deep Creek Road, Fayetteville
Please call (910) 485-6923
Zara Betterment/Carvers Creek Citizens Association - Food Pantry
2104 South Elwell Road, Council
3rd Wednesday at 8:30 am
Contact Quessie Peterson at (910) 876-2334
Harrelson Center
Resource Description and contact information
EDUCATION
Child Care Facility Search - NC Dept. of Health & Human Services: Division of Child Development & Early Education
https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/childcaresearch
Bladen Community College
Post Secondary Education, Early College High School, Community Courses, Small Business Hub, Adult GED classes, & more. 7418 NC Highway 41 West,
Dublin, NC 28332 910-879-5500 https://www.bladencc.edu/
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Bladen County Sheriff's Department
299 Smith Circle, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 910-862-6960 https://bladensheriff.com/
Elizabethtown Police Department
805 West Broad St, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 910-862-3125 https://elizabethtownnc.org/police-department/
Bladenboro Police Department
306 S. Main Street Bladenboro, NC 28320 910-863-3333 https://bladenboronc.org/police
White Lake Police Department
1823 White Lake Dr, Elizabethtown, NC 28337 910-862-4057 https://www.whitelakenc.org/government