The Cognitive Connection

☀️ Beat the Heat, Catawba County! Stay Cool, Safe & Hydrated! 💧🌡️

With summer temperatures climbing, it's important to take care of yourself and check in on those who may be more vulnerable to the heat.

If you or someone you know needs a place to cool off or access free drinking water, there are several locations throughout Catawba County ready to help.

💧 Water Distribution & Hydration Locations

The Cognitive Connection (929 15th Street NE, Hickory)
Hickory Soup Kitchen
Strong Life Ministries
Salvation Army Shelter
ALFA

❄️ Cooling Centers Available
Enjoy air conditioning, cold water, and in some locations, meals and additional resources at:

Strong Life Ministries
Hickory Soup Kitchen
Corner Table (Newton)
Greater Hickory Cooperative Christian Ministry
Catawba County Public Libraries (multiple locations)

❤️ Please remember: Individuals experiencing homelessness and older adults are at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses. A simple check-in with a friend, neighbor, or loved one can make a big difference.

🚨 Know the signs of heat illness: dizziness, nausea, confusion, headache, excessive sweating, or no sweating at all. If someone is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

📞 Need help finding resources? Call 211 to connect with services in our community.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Together, we can help keep our community safe, cool, and hydrated this summer! 💙💦

🌟 Holiday Closure Notice – Juneteenth 🌟

In observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day, The Cognitive Connection will be closed tomorrow, Friday, June 19, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM.

While our offices will be closed, Holiday IOP and SACOT groups will still be held tomorrow from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Juneteenth is a time to reflect on freedom, honor resilience, and celebrate the ongoing journey toward equality and unity. ❤️💛💚🖤

If you or someone you know needs support during the holiday:
📞 COG Crisis Line: 828-217-3922 (available 24/7)
📞 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

We wish everyone a safe, meaningful, and reflective holiday weekend.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th, and will reopen with normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th. We will offer a SACOT & IOP holiday group on Monday from 9:00am–1:00pm.

As we spend time with family and friends this holiday weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. ❤️🤍💙

If support is needed during the holiday, please contact:

📞 Cog Crisis Line: 828-217-3922
📞 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: 988