As Helene recovery continues, the Owen Pool Community Care Station will remain open until 9 p.m. this Wednesday, April 30. This location has provided essential support to residents for the past seven months.
Recognizing the need to create a sustainable long-term plan, the County is partnering in the community to support showering and laundry:
Laundry support: Free, pre-loaded laundry cards are available through Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministries (101 N. Ridgeway Ave., Black Mountain) for use at Black Mountain Coin Laundry, which is open 24/7.
How to get laundry cards: Community members can register for these cards from Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministries between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Residents can also fill out this Laundry Program Intake form.
Showers: A new shower trailer is available at Swannanoa First Baptist Church (503 Park St., Swannanoa) in Beacon Village, including a family shower space. Hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 7-9 p.m. on weeknights, and 1-4 p.m. on Sundays.