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Resilience Emerging through Faith: From Crisis Response to Lasting Recovery
1Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry, Arden, North Carolina.
North Carolina Medical Journal
|January 12, 2026
Summary
Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, displacing many, including veterans. The Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM) developed a resilient recovery model, enhancing support for vulnerable populations post-disaster.
Area of Science:
- Disaster response and recovery
- Community resilience
- Public health
Background:
- Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage in Western North Carolina on September 27, 2024.
- Infrastructure was severely damaged, displacing thousands, including over 160 veterans at ABCCM's Veterans Restoration Quarters.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the disaster response and recovery efforts of ABCCM.
- To introduce the Faith360 Network as a component of disaster recovery.
- To present a replicable and scalable model for community resilience in post-disaster scenarios.
Main Methods:
- Case study analysis of ABCCM's response to Hurricane Helene.
- Description of the Faith360 Network's structure and function.
- Evaluation of the model's potential for enhancing access, coordination, and sustainability.
Main Results:
- ABCCM implemented multifaceted response and recovery initiatives.
- The Faith360 Network was introduced to bolster community support.
- The combined efforts demonstrated a scalable model for disaster resilience.
Conclusions:
- The ABCCM and Faith360 Network model enhances post-disaster recovery for vulnerable populations.
- This approach offers a replicable strategy for improving community resilience.
- Effective coordination and sustainable practices are crucial for disaster recovery.
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