Thomasville (Davidson County) and Greensboro (Guilford County)

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Emergency: Call 911.

Community resource navigation (food, housing, utilities, childcare, and more): Dial 2-1-1 or call 1-888-892-1162 (NC 211).

WFEC serves families across the Triad, including Thomasville and Greensboro. Use the resources below for immediate help. If you need WFEC support, complete our Get Help form and we will contact you.

Thomasville and Davidson County Resources

Public Benefits and Family Services (DSS)

Davidson County Department of Social Services (Thomasville location)
Address: 211 W. Colonial Dr., Thomasville, NC 27360
Phone: 336-242-2500
Services: Medicaid, Food and Nutrition (SNAP), Work First, child care assistance, and family services.

Greensboro and Guilford County Resources

Public Benefits and Family Services (DSS)

Guilford County Department of Social Services (Greensboro)
Address: 1203 Maple St., Greensboro, NC 27405
Phone: 336-641-3000
Services: economic assistance, family support programs, and related public benefits.

Housing and Homelessness Help (Shelters and Coordinated Entry)

Guilford County Continuum of Care — Get Help
Use this resource to locate emergency shelters and the correct entry point for homelessness services.
Greensboro Urban Ministry Shelter (listed)
Address: 305 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27406
Phone: 336-553-2671

Utilities, Emergency Assistance, and Basic Needs

Greensboro Urban Ministry — Emergency Assistance
Address: 305 W. Gate City Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27406
Utilities hotline: 336-271-5959 ext. 314
Services: emergency assistance referrals and support (availability and eligibility vary).

Safety and Domestic Violence Support

Guilford County Family Justice Center
Provides coordinated support for domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and related safety needs.
Use the county Family Justice Center page to identify the most appropriate location (Greensboro or High Point) and contact instructions.

WFEC provides resource information as a public service. Availability, eligibility, and hours can change. Please contact the provider directly. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.