HEALING WITH CAARE INC

Healing with CAARE Inc. (CAARE Inc.) is a non -profit community based organization that provides Interdisciplinary and Integrated services to the community without charge. The Agency addresses the basic health care needs through the model of prevention, screening and treatment for the five major health disparities identified by Duke University through geospatial mapping of prevalent disease. The identified health disparities include cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and HIV. CAARE collaborates with Duke UNC and other Health care clinics to effectively address chronic disease management. CAARE also provides intensive treatment for Substance Use Disorders (SUD). This is the 23rd year of operation for the organization with very effective outcomes.

The Chronic disease management program is an innovative collaboration between CAARE and area hospitals including (Duke, Wake, Veteran Administration, Duke Regional and UNC at Chapel Hill. The collaboration facilitates monitoring and education for chronically ill patients. Clinical social workers link patients to healthcare and other social programs. CAARE served over 140 individuals weekly over the past two years.

CAARE addresses access to medical and social services for uninsured people by linkages to community resources. The Jeanne Lucas Free Clinic Health and Wellness Center provides free medical and dental services for uninsured and low wealth individuals in the Durham and surrounding community. Services include physical screenings and dental services in partnership with UNC Dental School and has served over 500 individuals annually.

The Agency clinic includes diagnostic evaluations for women without access to preventative care. The holistic approach insures that chronic disease management is facilitated for the most vulnerable population without barriers to care. CAARE provides case management services to for veterans, persons living with HIV/AIDS and those suffering with SUD.

CAARE collaborates with the local Health Department to provide support groups for persons with diabetes and nutritional deficiencies. WE host a senior exercise program where participants are monitored for hypertension and obesity. The seniors and diabetics receive nutritional counseling from local dietitians and are provided nutritious food supplies weekly to address food deserts in our community. CAARE partners with the Interfaith Shuttle and the Eastern and Central Food Banks of N.C. to provide fresh vegetables and other valuable food supplies. CAARE's food pantry serves over 154 individuals and families weekly.

CAARE has an Aqua-Ponics program that grows fish and produces fresh vegetables and herbs. WE are undertaking the production of a vermiculture product to recycle and use food waste and produce an environmentally safe facility.

This Agency addresses homelessness for veteran and other at risk population. CAARE collaborates with the local Continuum of Care (COC) to eliminate homelessness in this region. The Agency operates three veteran transitional houses off site and has an on site 12 bed center for respite care and transitional units for those displaced in the community. We follow the national model of Housing first and wrap around services to move participants to permanent housing stability.

CAARE is an experienced community based provider of supportive services for individuals and their families. We provide culturally sensitive assessments and services in a timely manner. We are committed to support and educate and empower those in need. WE value advocating for the best interest and well being of persons served.