Mount Carmel stands as a beacon of hope for individuals and families in Onslow County, North Carolina, offering a comprehensive range of programs to combat homelessness and hunger. Through our Partnership Program, we go beyond emergency shelter, helping residents transform their lives by addressing both immediate needs and deeper personal challenges. Our services are grouped to provide clarity and understanding of our mission.
Our Emergency Services include shelters for men, women, and families, each tailored to meet specific needs and circumstances. We provide nutritious meals, safe shelter, showers, and compassionate support to all guests, with a commitment to fostering trust, accountability, and responsibility.
Men in crisis find refuge and renewal with at least seven nights of hot showers, warm beds, up to three meals per day, and clothing if needed. For those facing life transitions, such as reentry from prison, we offer individualized plans and guidance. Spiritual support is central, with daily opportunities to grow in faith.
Women and children facing homelessness receive 30 days of safe shelter, meals, and clothing, along with hope and care through daily Bible studies and chapel services. Our counselors assess needs, connect clients to essential resources, and help secure necessary documents for employment and education.
Our Family Shelter, one of the first of its kind in Onslow County, features ten family units for parents and children in urgent need. Families are reunited and supported with meals, medical/dental care, case management, and help address the emotional and psychological impact of homelessness.
Testimonial: “Barbara’s family was finally able to stay together after months of separation. The children were grateful for simple comforts—beds, showers, and clean clothes—and Barbara found renewed hope in our caring community.”
To empower guests seeking lasting change, Mount Carmel offers structured long-term programs focusing on personal growth, employment, and education.
The Men’s Work Program offers temporary, free or subsidized housing while residents seek employment. Participants receive tailored job search support, dress clothes, and specialized training to become successful long-term employees.
Designed for individuals struggling with addiction or other challenges, this 12–24-month program includes weekly counseling, relapse prevention, spiritual development, and life management training. Residents also benefit from work therapy, computer literacy, GED preparation, and relationship skills workshops.
Women in residence receive support for 2-3 months or longer, with shelter, meals, career development, recovery workshops, and childcare classes. Weekly counseling and case management help women set and achieve meaningful goals.
Our outreach initiatives extend our mission beyond shelter walls, serving thousands in the broader community.
Mount Carmel conducts two weekly food distributions and two bread/pastry distributions, providing families with fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples.
Through our Gift Outlet and Collection Center, we provide clothing and furniture free of charge to those referred by churches or social agencies. Donations from the community sustain these efforts and support clients transitioning to independent living.
Our Wonder Club delivers Biblically-based preschool and kindergarten education to children in Eastern North Carolina, guided by Christian educators and a hands-on learning approach.
We invite you to join us in our ongoing mission. Every story of transformation, every successful outcome, and every act of generosity reinforces our commitment to serving the vulnerable and making a lasting difference in our community.
