Burke Wellness Initiative

Wellness = Physical +Emotional + Mental + Spiritual

Our Vision

Burke County embraces, educates and provides the opportunity to empower persons of all ages to make informed choices to live healthier lives.

Our Values

  • Access
  • Empowerment
  • Engagement
  • Capacity
  • Education
  • Continuity (Communication)

Burke Wellness Initiative Member Agencies/Community

  • Burke County Board of Commissioners
  • Burke County Chamber of Commerce
  • Burke County Citizens
  • Burke County Department of Social Services
  • Burke County Health Department
  • Burke County Public Schools
  • Burke County Sheriff's Office
  • Burke County United Way
  • Burke Recovery
  • Burke Substance Abuse Network
  • UNC-Health Blue Ridge

Health Department main line: 828.764.9150

  • Catawba Valley Healthcare
  • Foothills Holistic Alliance
  • Good Samaritan Clinic
  • Greenway Public Transportation
  • NCPH Foundation
  • Partners Behavioral Health Management
  • Strategic Alliance for Burke Youth
  • The Outreach Center
  • Western Piedmont Community College
  • Burke County Cooperative Extension