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Resource Spotlight

Mediation

Resolution for civil matters in a court room can be an expensive and stressful process. With lawyer's fees and other expenses, civil court trials' costs often add up to more than most people can afford to pay. In addition, civil court is often marked by long and frequent trial delays.

Mediation programs offer procedures for settling disputes which serve as legal alternatives to a conventional court trial. These programs are less costly and produce settlement more quickly than traditional litigation.

There are different types of mediation service. For example, community mediation assists adults with issues involving many different types of disputes or disagreements between family members, friends, neighbors, landlords/tenants, consumers, and other community conflicts.

To learn about community mediation and the other types of mediation offered in your area, click the link above, or call 2-1-1 and a resource specialist would be happy to help you.

Tip: When viewing the list of programs on the 2-1-1 database, use "Refine your results" to find services nearest you.

Referral Focus

Diabetes Education Programs

The winter holidays may be a time of tidings and joy, but it is also a time of pecan pie, chocolate, and candy canes. This can be anxiety inducing for individuals with diabetes and other dietary restrictions.

Thankfully, Western North Carolina has a number of

Diabetes Education Programs that can help with disease management and support during the holidays. Program services include education for diagnosed individuals, group activities, exercise classes and information on how to live a healthy lifestyle.

The 2-1-1 database also has resources on programs for Chronic Disease Self Management Programs, including diabetes, that can help keep you healthy and happy throughout the year.

Tip: When viewing the list of programs on the 2-1-1 database, use "Refine your results" to find services nearest you.

Volunteer Corner
Options in Your Area

Tis the season for giving, which means that many people are seeking out volunteer opportunities during specific holidays.

A great place to start to find places and agencies to volunteer your time and energy this holiday is your local Volunteer Center. These agencies match volunteers with human service agencies that need support. Another way is to call 2-1-1 and inquire what agencies are seeking volunteers.

Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day volunteer opportunities fill up quickly, so be sure to sign up soon. And if you are unable to find an "official" volunteer job, check out these suggestions for ways to make your community merry and bright from Hands On, Buncombe Counties Volunteer Placement Agency.

Tip: When viewing the list of programs on the 2-1-1 database, use "Refine your results" to find services nearest you.

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