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The Department of Social Services is governed by the board members and offers a variety of assistance programs and services to the residents. The department provides nutritious meals, education, and health and wellness services to more than 1,400 senior citizens. It also enables over 27,600 low-income persons and nearly 3,300 children from poor families to access medical care. In addition, the Department of Social Services provides short-term assistance, including rent, food and utilities to more than 3,300 citizens in crisis situations. It is operated by the Catawba County, N.C., which also operates soil and water conservation, utilities and engineering, public health, library, tax, parks, and planning and development departments. The Department of Social Services is located in Hickory, N.C.

Founded in 1969, Sharon Towers is a nonprofit corporation that owns and operates continuing care facilities and provides health-related services to more than 360 residents aged 60 and above. It offers independent and assisted living and skilled-nurse care services. The organization offers over 200 accommodation options that include a variety of apartments and cottages. Its various services include meal plan options, emergency support and transportation. Additionally, the organization offers housekeeping, laundry and facility maintenance services. Its amenities include pools, lounges, beauty shop, and exercise, therapy and dining rooms. In addition, Sharon Towers maintains a library, walking paths, guest accommodation units, and art and craft studios. It provides vespers, on-site banking and pharmacy and internet access services. The organization is affiliated to the Presbyterian Church and maintains a location in Charlotte, N.C.

The American Red Cross Biomedical Services in Indian Trail, NC aims to fulfill the needs of the American people for the safest, most reliable and most cost-effective blood services through voluntary donations.