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In Wake County, North Carolina, more than 6,000 children lack a bed of their own. That translates to nearly one child in every school classroom who sleeps on the floor, on a couch, or in a shared bed with other family members. The Green Chair Project is intent on making a dent in that number. “Housing is a roof over your head, but a home is something more than that,” said Jackie Craig, co-founder and CEO of the Green Chair … Continue reading “Raleigh non-profit turns houses into homes”

Legend has it that thousands of years ago, a shooting star hit the earth in southeastern North Carolina, furiously shifting the surrounding rivers and swamps, filling the sizzling crater. What resulted was Lake Waccamaw, the land of the Waccamaw Siouan tribe—aptly known as, “the people of the falling star.” The first historical record of the Waccamaw Siouan appeared in 1712, but more than 300 years later, there is much left unknown. So, when canoes dating back to the 12th century … Continue reading “Preserving the Health of the Tribe”

If you find yourself in Boone, NC, locals may recommend you stop by F.A.R.M. Café. Known for its fresh menu, cozy atmosphere and welcoming staff, this pay-what-you-can café is serving up something even greater to the local community. F.A.R.M. (Feed All Regardless of Means) Café is a non-profit restaurant where everybody eats, regardless of means. With a goal to serve delicious food while also relieving hunger in the local area, patrons are encouraged to pay what they can, or volunteer … Continue reading “Full Circle Moments: How this Western NC Community is Addressing Food Insecurity at the Root”

We can all agree – it’s been a rough few years. A global pandemic is only the beginning of what we’ve all endured recently, and the consequences are staggering, especially for our youth. At the end of 2021, 35% of North Carolinian adults were reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression, up from only 7.6% prior to the pandemic. Our state ranks 42nd in Mental Health America’s 2022 Youth Ranking, with 16.68% of youth under 18 reporting at least one major … Continue reading “Supporting students’ mental health with more awareness and fewer phones”

This story is part of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s “Changemakers” series—where we travel the state to find people making a difference in the health of their communities and share their inspiring stories. As a pregnant mother, you spend months preparing for the birth of your child. You change how you eat. You assemble cribs and browse racks of tiny clothing when you’re out shopping. You pack bags of blankets and snacks for the big day. You … Continue reading “Maya Jackson is bringing holistic care to mothers of color. And it may just save their lives.”

This story is part of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s “Changemakers” series—where we travel the state to find people making a difference in the health of their communities and share their inspiring stories. As a pregnant mother, you spend months preparing for the birth of your child. You change how you eat. You assemble cribs and browse racks of tiny clothing when you’re out shopping. You pack bags of blankets and snacks for the big day. You … Continue reading “Maya Jackson is bringing holistic care to mothers of color. And it may just save their lives.”