Cumberland County leaders and nonprofit organizations are bracing for the next wave of effects caused by the ongoing shutdown of the United States government, and are arranging for resources to reduce the pain.
The county government is compiling a list of options for people who have lost income, or who will lose government benefits like food assistance programs. It lists local charities, food pantries, and employment resources and has other information. This can be found at https://www.cumberlandcountync.gov/resources
People may also call the 211 hotline for advice on assistance or visit nc211.org…