The NC Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income Energy Assistance Program will begin accepting applications from older adults and people with disabilities on Dec. 2.

Free assistance is available for those seeking health insurance through the HealthCare.gov marketplace, but you must enroll by Dec. 15 to have coverage starting Jan. 1, 2025.

FEMA is granting additional time for Helene survivors to stay in short-term, emergency sheltering in hotels and motels.