Animal Assistance

Wags & Whiskers Pet Food Pantry

Wags and Whiskers Pet Food Pantry is dedicated to keeping pets happy, healthy, and in loving homes by providing free pet food and supplies to families facing hardships. Serving the Blackstone-Millville & Woonsocket area

whiskerswagspetfoodpantry@gmail.com

Elder Services

Blackstone Senior Center

https://www.townofblackstone.org/242/Senior-Center

Outreach Coordinator - Donna Marcotte
dmarcotte@townofblackstone.org
(508)-883-1500x135
15 Saint Paul Street

Food Assistance

Blackstone/Millville Food Pantry
Devine Mercy Parish

https://divinemercyparishma.org/food-pantry
The Food Pantry is located in the Parish Center at Divine Mercy Parish, and is open on Tuesdays from 7-8PM and on Saturdays from 10-11AM to residents of Blackstone and Millville. Residents are required to have a photo ID and proof of residency.

Dick Laverdiere - (401)-765-0476
Ann Lesperance - (508)-883-6873
48 Saint Paul Street

Housing

Blackstone Housing Authority

https://blackstonehousing.org/index.php

Hayley Fetrow - Executive Director/Secretary
(508)-883-1515
blackstoneha56@gmail.com
15 Fox Brook Manor

Multi-Service Agency

Devine Mercy Parish - Saint Vincent DePaul

https://divinemercyparishma.org/st-vincent-de-paul

Various services we provide are: food, rent assistance, prescription assistance, electric and assistance with gas for home heating.

Mary (508)-344-1440
Paulette (508)-560-2551
Kathy Zmetra (508)-883-4070
Ann Lesperance (508)-883-6873
48 Saint Paul Street

Police

Blackstone Police Department

https://blackstonepolice.org/
Liaisons for BVES Police Partnership Program - Blackstone PD has survival bags, food and gas gfit cards provided by BVES.

Chief Gregory Gilmore - (508)-883-1212
ggilmore@blackstonepolice.org
Lieutenant Shawn Brodeur - (508)-876-5812
sbrodeur@blackstonepolice.org
15 Saint Paul Street

Veterans Services

Blackstone Veterans Services

www.townofblackstone.org/312/Veterans-Services
Office hours are Tuesday & Thursday afternoons (approx 1:30-4:30pm)

Dennis Pimenta
(508)-883-1500x126
Senior Center Annex
15 Saint Paul Street

Elder Services

Council on Aging/Grafton Senior Center

https://grafton-ma.gov/524/Council-on-Aging
The Grafton Senior offers a wide variety of activities, fitness classes and lunch M-F. It is also a Meals on Wheels site. The outreach worker can assist with applying for SNAP benefits or renewals, in addition to other outreach services.

Lisa Kelley - Outreach Worker
kelleyl@grafton-ma.gov
30 Providence Road (Grafton Municipal Center)
(508)-839-5335x1620

Employment Services

Grafton Job Corps Center

https://grafton.jobcorps.gov/
Employment/Career services for those eligible ages 16-24.

David Tirendi - Admissions Services
100 Pine Street
(774)-452-1002 (cell)
tirendi.david@jobcorps.org

Food Assistance

Grafton Food Bank

www.graftonfoodbank.org
Provides food relief services for Grafton residents to visit once per month . The Grafton Food Bank also has a pet food pantry. If a non-Grafton resident needs emergency food, the Food Bank can be opened to assist.

Tisia Ciesluk - President
(508)-277-4535
graftonmafoodbank@gmail.com
30 Providence Road, 2nd Floor (Grafton Municipal Center)

Food Assistance

St. James Parish

www.ourladyofhopegrafton.org
Recipients are generally Grafton residents, but do not have to belong to the parish. 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10-10:30am and 5-5:30pm.

(508)-839-3993x10 parish office outreachstj@gmail.com OR
outreach@ourladyofhopegrafton.org
89 Main Street (South Grafton)

Housing Services

Grafton Housing Authority

http://www.graftonhousing.com/Home.aspx
The Grafton Housing Authority oversees six property sites. Call for more information or visit the website.

Amanda Brady - Executive Director
(508)-839-6089
graftonha@verizon.net
10 Maxwell Drive

Multi-Service Agency

Our Lady of Hope - Saint Vincent De Paul

https://ourladyofhopegrafton.org/svdp
Call and leave a message in regard to what your needs are. Your call will be returned. This chapter primarily serves those in Grafton.

(508)-839-3993 x35

Police

Grafton Police Department

https://www.graftonpolice.com/
Sergeant Spellman is the liaison for the Police Partnership Program. The Grafton PD has survival bags, food & gas gift cards provided by BVES.

Sergeant David Spellman
(508)-839-2858 x410
spellman@graftonpolice.com
(508)-839-2858x224
Marianne DeVries - Administrative Asst.
devries@graftonpolice.com
28 Providence Road

Veterans Services

Veterans Services

https://grafton-ma.gov/Directory.aspx?did=29
Call to make an appt for assistance.

(508)-839-5335x1123 (774)551-5782 Call to make an appt
30 Providence Road (1st floor in the Senior Center)

Family Shelter

North Star Family Services

www.northstarfs.org/get-help/ Visit website for admission criteria, and call for availability.

Jana Murphy - Director of Shelter and Equity Services
(978)-466-1704 x11
758 Main Street

Child & Family Supportive Services

Bethany Christian Services

https://bethany.org/locations/us/ma/marlborough
Bethany provides a wide range of supportive services to children, parents, as well as refugee and immigrant children/families in need of supportive services.

(978)-794-9800
2 Mt. Royal Avenue, Suite 360

(Affordable) Housing Search

Housing Navigator Massachusetts

www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-housing-and-livable-communities
Formerly known as the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), EOHLC works with municipalities, local housing authorities, non-profit organizations, and development partners to provide affordable housing options, financial assistance, and other support to Massachusetts communities.

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Addiction/Recovery Services

Mass Substance Use Hotline

www.helplinema.org
Public resource for assistance with finding substance use harm reduction, treatment, recovery and problem gamblin services. Assistance is available 24/7.

(800)-327-5050 Text HOPE to 800327

Adult, Child, Family and Emergency Community Based Services

Riverside Community Care

https://www.riversidecc.org/
Riverside offers many services to assist adults, children, families and emergency situations. It is best to refer to their website or call for more information to be guided to the best suited program.

(781)-329-0909
Many locations throughout the state providing community based services

Behavioral Health

Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MBHA)

https://www.mabhaccess.com/
The Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MABHA) website helps both providers and individuals locate openings in mental health and substance use disorder services.

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Behavioral Health

Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline

www.masshelpline.com
The BHHL is the Commonwealth’s “front door” for behavioral health needs, connecting callers to the full range of treatment services for mental health and substance use throughout Massachusetts. The BHHL helps in real time with immediate crisis intervention, urgent, and routine needs and is available 24/7/365 in 200+ languages. The BHHL is accessible to both consumers and providers seeking resources for patients. Even if you're not sure what kind of care you may need, the helpline can guide you.

(833)-773-2445(BHHL)

Children & Family Services

Department of Children & Families (DCF)

X

Julie St. John - Regional Substance Use Coordinator
(857)-319-5917
julie.St.John@mass.gov
Sean Aucoin - Housing Stabilization Unit Social Worker (Central Region)
(617)-276-5955
sean.aucoin@mass.gov

Disability Benefits

Mass Ability (formerly Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission)

www.mass.gov/orgs/massability
Call or visit website about more information on obtaining disability benefits and eligibility requirements.

(508)-754-1757 Worcester Office
50 Southwest Cutoff, Suite #1A
Worcester

Discounted Communication Service

Lifeline (Government benefit program)

www.mass.gov/info-details/lifeline-services

Lifeline is a federal program that provides free or low-cost phone or internet service to low-income households through a monthly service discount of up to $9.25. Lifeline subscribers have the choice of applying their benefit discount to either (1) home phone service; (2) home internet service, where available, or (3) a wireless phone plan with data. The Lifeline Program subsidy does not cover the cost of a wireless device, but some Lifeline Providers may choose to offer an initial wireless device upon completing enrollment. If you have a mobile device you would like to use with your Lifeline service, please contact the Lifeline wireless service provider prior to completing enrollment to see if your device is compatible with the provider’s network.

(617)-305-3580

Domestic Violence

SafeLink Massachusetts

https://casamyrna.org/
24/7 domestic violence hotline for support and resources

(877)-785-2020

Domestic Violence Support

New Hope

www.new-hope.org
Trained hotline specialists assist callers with crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning. Callers are also provided with information about New Hope’s services and other community resources to address domestic and sexual violence.
The Hotline is also available to family members, friends, neighbors and co-workers who may be concerned about someone they know that may be a survivor of domestic or sexual violence.
Other services provided include: emergency shelter, counseling, SAFEPLAN, community-based advocacy, supervised visitation, housing and stabilization.

(508)-753-3146
HOTLINE (800)-323-4673
22-24 Park Avenue - Worcester

Elder Care

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

www.mass.gov/topics/seniors

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Elder Care

Executive Office of Elder Affairs

www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-office-of-elder-affairs

(800)-243-4636

Elder Care/Transportation

Tri Valley, Inc.

www.trivalleyinc.org
Tri-Valley provides a variety of services to older adults (60+) and disabled individuals. Visit the website and/or call for more info.
Tri-Valley has an updated transportation grant . For more information click here:
https://www.trivalleyinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/transporation-flyer-2035.pdf
All Services in: Bellingham, Blackstone, Brookfield, Charlton, Douglas, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millville, Northbridge, N. Brookfield, Oxford, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster & W. Brookfield
Also, Adult Family Care in: Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, West Boylston & Worcester
Personal Care Attendant in: Auburn, Holliston, Hopkinton, Leicester, Marlborough, Millbury, Millis, Norfolk, Northborough, Southborough, Westborough, Worcester & Wrentham

Information & Referral Dept.
(800)-286-6640
10 Mill Street, Dudley

Employment Services

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www.mass.gov/topics/finding-a-job
MassHire information as well as career services, civil service, professional training and career development, apprenticeship & internship information.

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Employment Services

Mass Hire Career Centers

www.masshirecentralcc.com
Statewide network of connections between businesses and job seekers.

(508)-799-1600
20 Temple Street - Worcester

Employment Services

SNAP Path To Work

SNAP Path to Work provides Massachusetts SNAP clients with the skills, training, experience, and supports needed to find and keep good paying jobs.
To find out more info, visit the website: https://snappathtowork.org/ - To view eligibility requirements, visit: https://snappathtowork.org/clients/eligibility-requirements/
Additional information can be found here: https://www.mass.gov/dta-pathways-to-work

(877)-382-2363

Food & Financial Assistance

Department of Transitional Assistance

www.mass.gov/snap-benefits-formerly-food-stamps
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/check-eaedc-eligibility-and-how-to-apply

(877)-382-2363

Food Assistance

Project Bread

www.projectbread.org

(617)-723-5000 (800)-645-8333

Food Assistance

WIC (Women, Infant & Children) Nutrition Program

Whitinsville office: www.mass.gov/locations/whitinsville-wic-program
WIC provides a range of services for qualified families. From nutrition and health education to food and support, all services are free.

(800)-942-1007
Whitinsville office: (508)-234-5687
Local Whitinsville Office - 84 Church Street

Housing Assistance

HomeBASE

www.mass.gov/info-details/homebase

HomeBASE is the Commonwealth’s rehousing benefit created to help families who are eligible for the (EA) Emergency Family Shelter system find stable housing.

(617)-573-1100

Housing/Shelter Services

Executive Office of Housing and Liveable Communities (formerly DHCD)

https://www.mass.gov/how-to/review-eligibility-apply-for-emergency-assistance-ea-family-shelter

(617)573-1100

Immigration Services

Immigrant Household Massachusetts Resource Guide

https://www.doe.mass.edu/ele/families/immigrant-households.pdf
Comprehensive guide of resources for immigrant households.

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Immigration Services

Mass Immigration & Refugee Advocacy Coalition

www.miracoalition.org

(617)-350-5480

Individual/Family Shelter

SMOC *Referral from EOHLC (formerly DCHD) is required for family shelter

https://www.smoc.org/single-adult-shelters.php
www.smoc.org/family-shelters.php

SMOC runs multiple family shelters and five single adult shelter sites. All of the single adult shelter programs are run though the Common Ground Resource Center (CGRC) and is run by an interdisciplinary team who evaluates all referrals for proper placement. For the family shelters, individuals must first apply for EA/Emergency Family Shelter through the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (formerly DHCD) and be determined eligible, then referred to SMOC.

(508)-620-2690 CGRC (Single adult shelter programs)
(508)-872-4853 Main #
7 Bishop Street, Framingham

Mail Services

United States Postal Service

https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Is-there-mail-service-for-the-homeless
Services vary at each post office location. Individuals may be able to receive mail through General Delivery service.

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Mental Health Support

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-mental-health

Most mental health services, including medication and therapy are provided through health insurance – MassHealth (Medicaid), the Massachusetts Health Connector (health insurance marketplace) or through private insurance (employer-based). The Department of Mental Health (DMH) provides supplemental services for children, youth and adults with the most serious mental health needs.

Jerry Juliano, LISW - Area Director
(774)-420-3140
361 Plantation Street, 1st floor

Mental Health/Substance Use Support

SAFE Coalition

https://www.safecoalitionma.org/
Safe Coalition offers adolescent programming, family recovery services and collaborative care primarily in Franklin and across Southeastern Massachusetts.

(508)-488-8105
31 Hayward Street, Unit 2C, Franklin
info@safecoalitionma.org

Multi-Service Resource

Mass211

www.mass211.org
2-1-1 connects callers to health and human services resources.

CALL 2-1-1 OR (877)-211-6277

Multi-Service Resource

The Salvation Army

www.easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/

Wil Leslie, Service Extension Director
(339)-502-5951
wil.leslie@use.salvationarmy.org
25 Shawmut Road - Canton, MA 02021

Shelter Services

EA Emergency Family Shelter

www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-ea-emergency-family-shelter
Families facing a housing crisis need to meet eligibility criteria listed on the website.

(866)-584-0653

Youth/Family Support

Youth Villages

youthvillages.org
Youth Villages runs two programs: Life Set & Intercept. Both programs assist youths and their families.

Avery Coleman, Program Representative
(508)-368-4339
(508)-368-4300 Main #
Referrals can be emailed to: placement.ma@youthvillages.org
Central Region: 400 Donald Lynch Blvd, Suite 102 - Marlborough, MA 01752

Family Shelter

Family Promise Metrowest

www.familypromisemetrowest.org/need-shelter/apply-for-shelter.html
Family Promise Metrowest in not an emergency shelter, but does provide family shelter for eligible applicants. Call or visit website for more info about eligibility criteria.

Stephanie Di Dio
(508)-318-4820 intake@familypromisemetrowest.org
6 Mulligan Street, Natick

Addiction/Recovery Services

Chris's Corner

www.chriscornermilford.com
Recovery coaching, therapy, peer support, referrals, educational and vocational opportunities are available. Call for more information about drop in hours.

Lisa Trusas - Recovery coach
(508)-552-8080
trusas@chriscornermilford.com
12 Main Street

Female/Family Shelter

Gan Rivkah Center

PET FRIENDLY! This shelter accepts single women, women with children (boys under 13) and pets. HAVING A PET IS A REQUIREMENT TO STAY. The shelter is first come first serve, a wait list is not maintained, and length of stay is open ended. Guests must be clean & sober. Upon entry guests are drug tested, but a CORI is not required. If the drug test shows marijuana guests can stay, but will be retested in 30 days. Upon entry guests must get a job or have benefits that can cover $500/month and $40/week in groceries. Supportives services including case management and housing searches are NOT provided. The shelter has eight bedrooms and pets stay in the room with the guest/family. Veterinary care IS covered including spay/neutering.

(508)-838-6151
18 Cedar Street

Food Assistance

Daily Bread Food Pantry

www.chriscornermilford.com

(508)-478-4225
21 Exchange Street

Multi-Service Agency
(Individuals & Families)

St. Mary's Church
Saint Vincent DePaul

https://stmarymilford.org/st-vincent-de-paul-society
Services can include:
1. Food
2. Clothing
3. Financial assistance for rent or utilities
4. Financial assistance for medical prescriptions
5. Back to school items
6. Children’s gifts at Christmas

(508)-473-2000x214
17 Winter Street
svdp@stmarymilford.org

Multi-Service Agency (Individuals & Families)

Catholic Charities of Milford

https://www.ccworc.org/locations/milford-area-office/
Service area includes: Blackstone, Douglas, Grafton, Hopedale, Mendon, Milford, Millville, Northbridge, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, Whitinsville - Services offered: Basic needs and financial assistance as resources allow, case management, budgeting assistance, food pantry, pet pantry, federal fuel applications, information, and referrals. SNAP sign-up assistance for new eligible households and assistance for re-certification of existing households. Little Bottoms Diaper Program.

(508)234-3800
200 Main Street

Multi-Service Agency (Individuals & Families)

Salvation Army

https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/milford/
The Salvation Army provides a wide range of supportive services for individuals and families. See website or call for more information.

Captains Kevin & Kelley Polito
(508)-473-0786
kevin.polito@use.salvationarmy.org
kelley.polito@use.salvationarmy.org
29 Congress Street

Pop-Up Warming Shelter

Pathway to a Better Life

Updates are posted regularly on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Pathwaytoabetterlife/
Temporary pop-up warming shelter. Open for cold weather only 30 degrees or below from 9:30pm-7am. Also subject to volunteer availability. It is best to call ahead as the shelter is not on the first floor and knocking on the door cannot be heard. Single male/female beds (approx 5 each), as well as family rooms (2) are available. Doors open at 9:30p & close at 10p except for police transports which are accepted up until midnight (volunteers leave at midnight if there are no guests). Rarely full to capacity. You can call or text Lisa for help in Milford.

Lisa Trusas
(508)-922-9032
Alternate contact posted on Facebook to Call/Text: (508)-488-9107
pathwaytoabetterlife@gmail.com
St. Mary's Church - 17 Winter Street

Elder Services

Millbury Senior Center

https://www.millburyma.gov/senior-center
The Millbury Senior Center works on behalf of the older
residents of the town to make sure that adequate services
and activities are available. Programs are designed to
improve and enrich the quality of life for the elderly. They
include, but are not limited to, Information/Referral, Nutrition
Counseling, Outreach, Transportation, Health Clinics,
Advocacy, and numerous Social Activities. Outreach worker,
Julie Fitzgerald can also assist with applying for SNAP
benefits.
Lunch is offered daily Monday - Friday at 12:00 pm. Every
Friday is special treat day. Reservations must be made 48
hours in advance. Suggested donation is $2.50.
Shopping Transportation is offered to local venues including
the Shoppes at Blackstone Valley, the Auburn Mall, Price
Chopper, Goretti's and many more. Reservations must be
made 48 hours in advance.

Laura Keefe - Director
Julie Fitzgerald - Outreach Coordinator
(508) 865-9154
1 River Street

Food Assistance

Millbury Senior Center

https://www.millburyma.gov/senior-center
The food pantry is open M-F 9a-1pm. Can call ahead for curbside pick up.

Laurie Keefe - Director
(508)-865-9154
1 River Street

Food Assistance

Sandra L. Fischer Food Pantry/Millbury Federated Church

https://www.millburyfederated.org/food-pantry
For Millbury residents on Wednesdays 9am-12pm. It can be opened on an emergency basis by calling the main phone number.

(508)-865-6274
20 Main Street

Housing Services

Millbury Housing Authority

http://www.millburyha.net/Home.aspx
Call or see website for more information about eligibility criteria and properties.

Danielle Johnson - Executive Director
Juliette-Marie Somerset - Resident Service Coordinator
(508)-865-2660
89 Elm Street

Multi-Service Assistance

St. Brigid Church/Saint Vincent DePaul

https://www.stbrigidparish.org/
It is best to call Eloise at the church to let her know you have an individual/family in Millbury who is in need of assistance. A SVDP representative will follow up.

Eloise - Church Administrative Assistant
(508)-865-6624 (office)
59 North Main Street

Police

Millbury Police Department

https://www.millburyma.gov/police-department
Liaison for BVES Police Partnership Program - Millbury PD also has hope bags, food & gas cards.

Officer Roy Aquafresca
(508) 865-3521
raquafresca@millburypolice.com
127 Elm Street

Sober Living/Transitional Housing

Rhodes Home (through SMOC)

https://smoc.org/service/residential-recovery-programs/
The Rhodes House is a residential program that can accommodate up to 27 women 18+ who are looking to live a drug free lifestyle. A variety of supportive services are offered. The program assists individuals who also have a long history of homelessness. Call or visit the website for more info.

(508)-581-7821 Rhodes House Program Manager undisclosed site in Millbury

Veterans Services

Central Massachusetts Veterans Support, Inc. (CMVSI)

www.cmvsi.org
Provides essential support to military personnel and veterans in Centra MA through assistance with food, clothing, comfort care, and other essentials.

(508)722-1002
abaxter@wmvs.org
135 Worcester Providence Turnpike

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

www.northbridgemass.org/veterans-services
Serves the towns of: Douglas, Millbury, Northbridge, Sutton & Uxbridge.

Carl Bradshaw - Director
AnnMarie Cleary - Assistant Director
(508)-278-8600x2017 Main #
(508)-278-8600x2017 Carl
(509)-278-8600x2037 AnnMarie
14 Hill Street

Elder Services

Millville Senior Center

https://millvilleseniorcenter.org/

Christine (Tina) Cook - Coordinator
(508)-883-3523
40 Prospect Street

Food Assistance

Blackstone/Millville Food Pantry
Devine Mercy Parish

https://divinemercyparishma.org/food-pantry
The Food Pantry is located in the Parish Center at Divine Mercy Parish, and is open on Tuesdays from 7-8PM and on Saturdays from 10-11AM to residents of Blackstone and Millville. Residents are required to have a photo ID and proof of residency.

Dick Laverdiere - (401)-765-0476
Ann Lesperance - (508)-883-6873
48 Saint Paul Street

Housing Services

Millville Housing Authority

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Town Hall
P.O. Box 703
(508)-883-8433

Multi-Service Assistance

Devine Mercy Parish - Saint Vincent DePaul

https://divinemercyparishma.org/st-vincent-de-paul

Various services we provide are: food, rent assistance, prescription assistance, electric and assistance with gas for home heating.

Mary (508)-344-1440
Paulette (508)-560-2551
Kathy Zmetra (508)-883-4070
Ann Lesperance (508)-883-6873
48 Saint Paul Street

Police

Millville Police Department

https://www.millvillema.org/police-department
Liaison for BVES Police Partnership Program - Millville PD also has hope bags, food & gas cards.

Chief William Coupe Jr.
(508)-883-3117
bill.coupe@millvillepolice.org
10 Central Street

Veterans Services

Veterans Affairs

https://www.millvillema.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif906/f/uploads/bridge_color_poster_-_04.06.2022.pdf

Jean Turcotte - Veterans Affairs Officer
(508)-408-8077
veterans@millvillema.org
290 Main Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

NOWA

https://nowarsc.org/
Peer recovery support center. Visit website for programming info.

Chanel Lapore - Program Director
(508)-266-0210
clepore@advocates.org
9 Spring Street

Animal Assistance

Rex The TV Terrier, Inc.

Rexthetvterrier.org -
Rex The TV Terrier, Inc. is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, incorporated in the state of Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide food, medicine, supplies and limited vet care to pet families in need throughout New England who have no other place to turn.

Diane Metcalf - President
rexthetvterrier@yahoo.com
1225 Providence Road, # 248

Community Meal

Peace Of Bread

https://whitinpres.org/peace-of-bread/
Community meal is offered every Wednesday 5:30-7pm and is open/free to all. A free food pantry and clothing items may also be available.

Laurie Sabourin
(508)-234-8220
51 Cottage Street - United Presbyterian Church

Community Meal

Saint Patrick's Church

www.mystpatricks.com/john-21-breakfast
St. Patrick’s John 21 Community Breakfast ministry provides a free, nutritious breakfast every Saturday morning in the spirit of community fellowship and hospitality. Teams of volunteers prepare and serve breakfast on a rotating basis. Breakfast is served between 8am and 9:30 am, 7 East Street Whitinsville, MA 01588. Eat in or take out.

Shelly or Jackie
(508)-234-5656
shelly@mystpatricks.com
7 East Street

Community Services

Open Sky Community Services

www.openskycs.org

(508)-755-0333 (Worcester) (508)-234-6232 (Whitinsville)
4 Mann Street (Main Administrative Office) The Whitin Mill - 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville

Elder Services

Northbridge Council on Aging/ Northbridge Senior Center

www.northbridgemass.org/council-on-aging
COA offers various services, programs and supports to promote independence and quality of life for older adults.

Lori Gannon - Outreach Coordinator
Kelly Bol - Director
(508)-234-2002
kbol@northbridgemass.org
20 Highland Street

Food Assistance

NAC Food Pantry

https://www.northbridgefoodpantry.org/
The NAC Food Pantry is managed separately from the Senior Center. Pantry hours: Tues 10am-12pm, Thurs 1-3pm and last Sat of the month 10am-12pm. Northbridge residents can come twice per month. Non-residents can come once a month on the last Saturday. If it is an emergency situation, John LaPointe can be contacted at: (508)-254-3974.

(774)-246-6410 20 Highland Street (lower level of Senior Center)

Housing Services

Northbridge Housing Authority

www.northbridgeha.org/
See website for eligibility criteria - Section 8 and family housing is not offered. Priority may be given to homeless individuals. Call for more info. Assistance can be offered with filling out the CHAMP housing application. Staff is onsite in Northbridge on Mon/Wed and in Upton Tue/Th.

Brett Lambert - Executive Director
Trudy Nartowt - Housing Assistant
(508)-234-7736
brett@northbridgeha.org
admin@northbridgeha.org
12 Colonial Drive

Housing Services

SMOC Housing

Maria is the property manager for the SMOC housing sites in Northbridge. In order to apply, the applicant must call Maria to make an appt to meet and fill out an application. The wait list is now carried over from year to year. These sites are considered affordable housing and rent is based on income.

Maria Resto - Property Manager
(508)-234-4041
Cell: (508)-232-8998
MResto@smoc.org
2223-2225 Providence Road

Individual/Family Shelter

Blackstone Valley Emergency Shelter

www.bvemergencyshelter.org
BVES is a non-profit organization serving eight towns in the Blackstone Valley whose mission is to give people in an emergency situation a safe place to stay. Visit the website to learn more about the services offered.

Leslie Reichert - President/CEO
Jessica Melo - Homelessness Navigator
(508)-266-5122
PO Box 332
Whitinsville, MA 01534

Mental Health/Substance Use

GAAP Recovery, Inc.

Guided Addiction Access Points
https://gaaprecovery.org/
Educate, advocate, & empower individuals with substance use or mental health disorder by fostering resilience, encouraging personal growth, and aiding family reunification to help them overcome barriers and achieve a better quality of life.

To request recovery coach services, fill out the application here: https://form.jotform.com/251105857435154

Mental Health/Substance Use

Advocates

www.familycontinuity.org
It is best if a guest is referred to Sgt. Patrinelli at Northbridge Police Dept. who can then make a referral to Family Continuity. Lori is a great community resource who can be reached if input is needed.

Lori Hout - Program Coordinator/Blackstone Valley Connector Jail Diversion Program
(508)-234-4181 Main #
lhout@advocatesinc.org
76 Church Street, Suite #301

Police

Northbridge Police Department

www.northbridgepolice.com
Liaison for Family Continuity & BVES Police Partnership Program - Northbridge PD also has survival bags, food/gas/shower cards.

Sgt. Brian Patrinelli
(508)-234-6211
1 Hope Street

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

www.northbridgemass.org/veterans-services
Serves the towns of: Douglas, Millbury, Northbridge, Sutton & Uxbridge.

Carl Bradshaw - Director
AnnMarie Cleary - Assistant Director
(508)-278-8600x2017 Main #
(508)-278-8600x2017 Carl
(508)-278-8600x2037 AnnMarie
14 Hill Street

Temporary Shelter

St. Luke's Guest House

https://stlukesguesthouse.files.wordpress.com/2023/07/slg-brochure_publisher-version-marie-10.10.22.pdf
Temporary shelter that primarily services people in the areas of: Sturbridge, Charlton, Brookfields, Webster, Spencer, Brimfield or those looking to relocate to that area. The average shelter stay is 30 days, and it is closed between the hours of 9am-3pm with the expectation that those staying there will be out trying to find employment, volunteer or getting connected to other services. Weekly case management services are provided. A waiting list is available. A formal intake process and background check is completed prior to admittance into the program.

Erika Ortiz - House Manager
MaryJo Mason - Case Manager
(774)-230-6416
stlukesguesthouse@gmail.com
stlukesguesthouseerika@gmail.com
stlukesguesthousemaryjom@gmail.com
141 Main Street

Elder Services

Sutton Senior Center

https://www.suttonma.org/senior-center/pages/programs-activities

Visit website for a list of programs and services offered.

(508)-234-0703
19 Hough Road

Food Assistance

Sutton Food Pantry

www.suttonma.org/senior-center/pages/sutton-food-pantry
The Sutton Food Pantry is next to the Senior Center. It is open Mon-Fri 8am-3pm. Call the Senior Center for more info.

Michelle Edelstein - Senior Center Director
(508)-234-0703
19 Hough Road

Housing Services

Sutton Housing Authority

www.suttonma.org/housing-authority
Hours of operation are: Mon-Wed 9am-12pm.

John Slocum - Executive Director
(508)-865-3821
5 Church Street

Multi-Service Assistance

St. Mark's Church (St. Vincent DePaul - South District Conference)

www.saintmarksparish.org/
St. Mark's Parish is connected to Saint Vincent DePaul which can help individuals and families who need financial assistance to cover bills and necessities. Pat Nedoroscik can be contacted directly to discuss needs for individuals in Sutton.

Pat Nedoroscik - SVDP President, South District
(508)-865-3860
pnedoroscik@verizon.net
356 Boston Road

Police

Sutton Police Department

www.suttonma.org/police-department
Liaison for BVES Police Partnership Program

Officer Donald Lemieux
(508)865-4449
489 Central Turnpike

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

www.northbridgemass.org/veterans-services
Serves the towns of: Douglas, Millbury, Northbridge, Sutton & Uxbridge.

Carl Bradshaw - Director
AnnMarie Cleary - Assistant Director
(508)-278-8600x2017 Main #
(508)-278-8600x2017 Carl
(508)-278-8600x2037 AnnMarie
14 Hill Street

Elder Services

Uxbridge Senior Center

www.uxbridge-ma.gov/council-aging
Call for additional programming info or outreach assistance.

Gail Boutiette - Outreach Coordinator
(508)-278-8622
36 South Main Street

Food Assistance

Faith Fellowship Church/Manna From Heaven Food Pantry

www.faith4square.org/manna-from-heaven/
Manna Ministry is open every Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month starting at 6pm in the Ministry Center of Faith Fellowship. This is open to all, not limited to Uxbridge residents.

(508)-278-0300
647 Douglas Street

Food Assistance

People First Food Pantry

www.peoplefirstuxbridge.org/pantry-services
The food pantry is open to residents of Uxbridge, North Uxbridge and Linwood. Open Tue 5-6pm, Wed 11am-1pm & 6:30-8pm.

(508)-278-5506
19 Douglas Street

Housing Services

Uxbridge Housing Authority

www.uxbridgehousingauthority.com/Home.aspx
Hours of operation are: Mon-Fri 8:30am-3:30pm.

Linda Kelly - Executive Director
(508)-278-3232
lkellyuxbridgehousing@gmail.com
31 Calumet Court

Multi-Service Assistance

St. Mary's Church - Saint Vincent DePaul

https://stmaryuxbridge.org/society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul
Church admin, Susan Leighton, takes all the information for anyone requesting assistance through their chapter of SVDP. They primarily assist those in Uxbridge, or refer to the local chapter elsewhere. Once Susan takes the general info, she passes it along to the three full time SVDP members who will meet with the individual to vet them and determine what assistance can be offered in terms of financial support for various areas of need.

Susan Leighton - Administrative Assistant
(508)-278-2226
sleighton1958@gmail.com
77 Mendon Street

Multi-Service Assistance

Valley Chapel

www.valleychapel.us
The Valley Chapel has a supply of survival kits supplied by BVES. They may have funding at times to assist with a night at the Red Roof Inn in Sutton, as well as grocery gift cards.

Alice Legg - Administrative Assistant
(508)-278-2315
alice@valleychapel.us
14 Hunter Road

Police

Uxbridge Police Department

https://www.uxbridge-ma.gov/police-department
Officer DeWolfe is the liaison for the Police Partnership Program. The Uxbridge PD has survival bags, food/gas/shower cards.

Officer Andrew DeWolfe
(508)-278-7755
adewolfe@uxbridge-ma.gov
275 Douglas Street

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

www.northbridgemass.org/veterans-services
Serves the towns of: Douglas, Millbury, Northbridge, Sutton & Uxbridge.

Carl Bradshaw - Director
AnnMarie Cleary - Assistant Director
(508)-278-8600x2017 Main #
(508)-278-8600x2017 Carl
(508)-278-8600x2037 AnnMarie
14 Hill Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Adult & Teen Challenge Massachusetts - Worcester, MA

https://tcnewengland.org/
Long-term (10 to 12 month) faith-based addiction treatment program. We aim to help our residents to find and use their personal faith in God to empower them to understand that they can take control of their addiction and have an accomplished life. Residents receive clinical counseling, both recovery and life coaching, classroom studies, and vocational training in several career opportunities. We offer comfortable amenities, quiet facilities, regular exercise, nutritional meals, recreation, transportation and so much more. Upon completing the program, residents are invited to apply for a 3 to 6-month apprenticeship to advance their skills and to be better prepared for further education, the workforce and give back to their families and society.

(617)-318-1380
81 Chatham Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Catholic Charities Crozier House - Men's Recovery Program

www.ccworc.org/services/crozier-house/
Residential substance abuse treatment program for males aged 18+. A referral and application process is required. See website, call or send email for more information.

(508)-860-2216 cozier_referrals@ccworc.org
10 Hammond Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Catholic Charities Women's Recovery Program

www.ccworc.org/catholic-charities-womens-recovery-program/
Voluntary women's residential program that runs 3-6 months for women 18+. A referral and application process is required. See website, call or send email for more information.

(508)-754-1865 LWP_referral@ccworc.org
196 Mechanic Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Everyday Miracles

www.everydaymiraclesprsc.org/
This program is a peer recovery support center. Everyday Miracles offers a variety of recovery related workshops Mon-Sat. Call or visit website for more info.

Michael Earielo - Program Director
(508)-799-6221
(774)-670-4406 Michael's #
25 Pleasant Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Jeremiah's Inn

www.jeremiahsinn.com
Jeremiah's Inn services men 18+ years old who are stable medically and mentally, have a substance abuse/misuse diagnosis and Mass resident. There is an application and documentation process. Contact intake coordinator for more info.

Serina Conner - Residential Program Intake Coordinator
(508)-755-6403 x130
serrina@jeremiahsinn.com
1059 Main Street

Addiction/Recovery Services

Safe Exit Initiative

www.safeexitinitiative.org/
Safe Exit Initiative supports individuals with experience in the sex trade, whether they choose to stay involved, are in the process of exiting, or have already exited. Safe Exit Initiative offers a resource center and day center as well as a residential treatment program serving women exiting the sex trade with cooccuring substance use disorder or mental health disorders.

534 Cambridge Street
hello@safeexits.org

Adult Rehabilitation Services

Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Services

www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/rehabilitation/
The Salvation Army’s Adult Rehabilitation Center in Worcester provides spiritual, social and emotional assistance for men and women who have lost the ability to cope with their problems and provide for themselves due to issues of substance misuse, legal problems, relational conflicts, homelessness and/or unemployment.
Services include: Six month program for individuals in recovery, housing, work and group/individual therapy.
Eligibility Criteria include, but not limited to:
Must be between the ages of 21-65.
Pass a drug test and breathalyzer upon arrival.
Able to perform a work therapy assignment for a maximum of eight hours a day.
Schedules can be adjusted to meet the needs of the participants.
Agree to participate in all program activities, including attending counseling sessions, classes and worship services.

Megan & Mark - Intake Coordinators
(857)-343-3079
72 Cambridge Street

Disability Services

Your Access Advocates (Formerly Center For Living & Working)

https://youraccessadvocates.org/about/
Your Access Advocates is a non-profit independent living center which empowers persons with disabilities to take active roles in their lives and in the community in which they live. Your Access Advocates is driven by the belief that people with disabilities must always be equal members of society with equal access. Your Access Advocates services are available to anyone with a disability.

Toll Free: 1-800-570-4020
18 Chestnut St, Suite 540, Worcester, MA 01608

Domestic Violence Support

YWCA Worcester

www.ywcacm.org/victim-services/

The 24-hour hotline services provides emotional support, domestic violence advocacy, referrals to community services, safety planning and crisis intervention. **The hotline accepts collect calls. Daily chatline 4pm-12am. The chat line address is www.ywcahelp.com. Emergency shelter: DayBreak - This domestic violence shelter provides refuge for victims at safe, confidential sites. Additional services are provided. Call or visit the website for more info.

(508)-767-2505
24hr HOTLINE: (508)755-9030
1 Salem Street

Elder Care

Elder Services of Worcester

www.eswa.org
ESWA offers a variety of services for older adults and individuals with disabilities designed to help keep them safe at home as long as possible. ESWA also has an information and referral dept. which can assist with navigating care options. Call or visit the website for more info.

Information & Referral Dept.
(508)-756-1545
67 Millbrook Street

Food (& Clothing) Assistance

Net of Compassion

www.netofcompassion.org/
Net of Compassion serves a meal on the sidewalk every Saturday starting at 1pm. Their food pantry is open on Thursdays from 1-5pm. Grace Closet offers free clothing and is open Wednesdays 1-4pm. Hotel Grace Shelter through this organization is no longer open.

Richie & Elizabeth Gonzalez - Executive & Assistant Director
(508)-322-1363 Main #
(774)-386-4623 Elizabeth Cell #
674 Main Street

Food Assistance

St. John's Food For The Poor

www.stjohnsfoodforthepoor.org
The soup kitchen serves a hot meal M-F 7-10am year round.

(508)-756-7165
20 Temple Street

Food Assistance

The Mustard Seed

https://mustardseedcw.org/
Dinner is served M-F 5pm-6:30pm.

(508)-754-7098
93 Piedmont Street

Health Care Program

HOAP (Homeless Outreach & Advocacy Program)

www.fhcw.org/health-services/worcester-health-care-homeless/
Services are available to all regardless of ability to pay. HOAP provides services to homeless individuals including: medical screenings, PCP care, behavioral health counseling, substance abuse treatment, as well as navigating and linking to other services. Call or visit website for additional information on services, hours and locations. **HOAP also runs a shower program @ 162 Chandler Street Mon-Fri 9a-4pm where individuals can go for a hot shower, free clothing, case management support, snacks and refreshments.

(508)-860-7888 Main # (508)-860-7930 Health Care Program #
26 Queen Street

Housing Services

Central Mass Housing Alliance

www.cmhaonline.org/
CMHA operates a wide variety of programs to support those experiencing homelessness, affordable homeownership and services for elderly homeowners. CMHA also works to strengthen the homeless service delivery system.

CEO - Leah Bradley
Pamela Ortiz - Senior System Navigator(508)-752-5519 Main #
(774)-437-9416 Pamela's Cell
POrtiz@cmhaonline.org
6 Institute Road

Housing Services

Greater Worcester Housing Connection/SMOC

https://www.smoc.org/greater-worcester-housing-connection.php
The GWHC offers permanent housing solutions and linkages to other services. Application and referral process is required. Visit website to download the forms needed.

(508)757-0103

Housing Services

RCAP Solutions

www.rcapsolutions.org
RCAP Solutions provides services including housing assistance in the form of education, RAFT program, finding housing and transitional programs for individuals transitioning out of homelessness. Financial assistance for renters/RAFT ~ Contact: (978)-630-6771 OR HCEC@rcapsolutions.org. Subsidized housing programs/Section 8 ~ Contact: (978)-630-6668 OR RentalAssistance@rcapsolutions.org

Lovette Chislom - Director of Housing Counseling and Financial Services
(800)-488-1969
lchislom@rcapsolutions.org
191 May Street

Multi-Service (State) Agency

DTA (Dept of Transitional Assistance) Worcester Transitional Assistance Office

https://www.mass.gov/locations/dta-worcester-transitional-assistance-office
When applying for SNAP benefits, an address for the EBT card and communications to be sent is needed. If someone is homeless and does not have any address they can use (friend/family etc), it is best to go into the DTA office for assistance. DTA’s local office lobby is open for services, including new self-service options. You can use the phones, copiers, or kiosks to apply for benefits or manage your case. DTA staff and interpreters are available to assist you.
If you need an EBT card, you can request one be sent to you via mail on the DTA Connect mobile app, DTAConnect.com or using the automated prompts on the DTA Assistance Line (877-382-2363). Most cards are delivered within 3-5 days. You can also visit one of the local offices to receive an EBT card if you need one more quickly. If you cannot visit an office, talk to our staff about other options. DTA offers a program called Transitional Assistance for Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC). TAFDC provides cash assistance to families who have at least one dependent child under the age of 18 or 19. TAFDC is also open to pregnant women who are in the last 120 days of their pregnancy with their first child. In addition to providing cash assistance, TAFDC participants can also receive help with child care, transportation, and referrals for other social services, like mental health or substance abuse programs. There are income guidelines and assistance is provided for a limited duration. Call the DTA office for assistance. *Transportation services may also be available.

(508)767-3100 (877)-382-2363 Call this # for case information, to make case updates or talk to a case manager
50 Southwest Cutoff

Multi-Service Agency

Catholic Charities of Worcester

https://www.ccworc.org/services/
Catholic Charities is a multi-service agency assisting those in Worcester and surrounding areas. Visit the website for more info on the services they provide to individuals, families, seniors and those with special needs.

(508)-798-0191
10 Hammond Street

Multi-Service Agency

Community Health Link (UMASS Memorial Health)

www.communityhealthlink.org/contact (use this link for specific contact info for each program)
**NOTE: Some of the programs run by CHL are not currently running. Call for more detailed information.**. Community HealthLink is a multi-service agency that offers assistance with mental health support, mobile crisis intervention, housing support, addictions services and more.

(508)-860-1000
72 Jacques Avenue

Multi-Service Agency

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army provides a wide range of supportive services for individuals and families. See website or call for more information.

Majors Paul & Sherry Pelletier
(508)-756-7191
paul.pelletier@use.salvationarmy.org
sherry.pelletier@use.salvationarmy.org
640 Main Street

Multi-Service Agency

Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC)

www.wcac.net
The Resiliency Center consists of a team of Community Navigators and Financial Coaches who work directly with clients to address a myriad of issues they may be facing. Assistance can be provided with SNAP applications, RAFT applications, food gift cards (when available) and WCAC also handles Fuel Assistance for their catchment area. Visit the website for a full listing of services and programs.

Maydee Morales - Resiliency Center Director
(508)-762-9803
mmorales@wcac.net
18 Chestnut Street, Suite #500

Temporary Family Shelter

Youville House *Referral from EOHLC (formerly DCHD) is required

https://dbdfa2.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Catholic-Charities-Family-Shelter-Brochure-2.pdf
Youville House provides temporary emergency shelter when homelessness cannot be avoided. Supports families with a combination of case management and direct service. Up to twelve families live at the shelter at any given time.

Kathleen Dallaire - Administrator
(508)-753-3084
kdallaire@ccworc.org
4 Caroline Street

Temporary Shelter

Greater Worcester Housing Connection/SMOC (aka Queen Street Shelter)

August 2025: 25 Queen Street is now an all men's shelter. 237 Chandler St (aka MLK building) is now an all women's shelter.
Both locations are low-barrier.

25 Queen Street, Worcester
Evelisa Rivera - Triage
Evelisa’s info: 774-440-2551, ERivera2@smoc.org

237 Chandler Street (aka MLK building), Worcester
Nikki Bell - Triage
Nikki’s info: 508-395-3378, Nbell@smoc.org

Temporary Shelter

St. Francis & St. Therese Catholic Worker House

https://catholicworker.org/directory/ma-worcester-ss-francis-therese-catholic-worker-html/
Temporary shelter for men and women. Usually have between 4-6 guests. Demand is especially high and stay durations are longer than usual given the current housing situation. Two meals are provided per day, and laundry is offered twice per week. Can call for availability on any given day. No formal application process. It is preferred to call and tell them about a person whom they might help. They like to know if they have an active addiction or addiction history, if they are at risk of taking their life, and if their need is something that can be met in a relatively short time. They also like to know if they have any professional or personal support. No waiting list is kept. When they have an open bed, they will take the next appropriate person.

Scott Schaeffer-Duffy
(508)-753-3588
theresecw2@gmail.com
52 Mason Street

Temporary Shelter (Female)

Abby's House

https://abbyshouse.org/programs/shelter/
The Abby’s House shelter is a dry shelter that provides temporary shelter (up to 30 days) to women with or without children (up to age 12yrs old). The shelter is a night shelter and is open between the hours of 4pm - 8:30am. During the day the shelter is closed. A waitlist is kept, but it is a good idea for individuals to call regularly for updates on availability.

Abby’s House provides an independent living environment. Guests in the shelter are required to meet with a case manager atleast once per week to develop an Empowerment Plan and receive case management services.

Melanie Amir - Associate Director of Shelter Operations
(508)-756-5486
77 Chatham Street

Temporary home for pregnant women

Visitation House

www.visitationhouse.org
The program provides support and temporary housing to adult women with unplanned pregnancies who do not have anywhere to go. The goal is to sustain the life of the baby and make a path forward. Call for more information about eligibility and availability.

Jennifer De DeMora - Program Director
(508)-798-8002
119 Endicott Street

Transitional/Supportive Housing

Abby's House

www.abbyshouse.org/programs/housing/
Abby's House operates 72 single room supportive housing units for women and 7 two-bedroom apartments for women and children across three buildings in Worcester. Contact the program director for more info.

Locksann Mateo - Director of Housing
(508)-756-5486
52 High Street

Transitional/Supportive Housing

YWCA Transitional Housing Program

https://ywcacm.org/womens-economic-empowerment/creating-stability/
This is a transitional housing program for women 18+ years old in a community living environment. Contact the program director for more info on the application process and eligibility criteria.

Shimeca Wilson - Program Manager
(508)-791-3181
swilson@ywcacm.org
1 Salem Square

Transportation Services

WRTA

www.therta.com
Visit website or call customer service for information on routes and paratransit services. Fees are suspended through June 2024.

(508)-791-9782
60 Foster Street

Veterans Services

U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs/VA Central Western Massachusetts Health Care System

Michelle works at the Worcester Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Michelle Glaser, LICS/BCD - Community Engagement & Partnership Coordinator
(413)-472-7576 Michelle-Elissa.Glaser@va.org 403 Belmont Street

Veterans Services

Veterans Inc.

www.veteransinc.org
Veterans Inc. offers multiple programs including: case management, discount prescription cards, employment & training, food services, health & wellness, suicide prevention, housing programs, outreach, post 9/11 veteran support, substance abuse treatment, supportive services for veteran families women & childrens programs.

(800)-482-2565
69 Grove Street

Young Adult/Transition to Independent Living

LUK, Inc.

www.luk.org
LUK provides services to young adults 16-24 yrs old who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. LUK is not an emergency shelter, but can assist with finding shelter as part of the Transition to Independent Living program. LUK also offers a variety of supportive services in other areas as well for this age group. Call or visit website for more info. *There is also a Fitchburg location.

TIL (Transition to Independent Living) Dept.
(508)-762-3200
40 Southbridge Street, Suite #400 (Steven's Building)

Youth/Family Support

Choices

www.4choices.org
Choices is a support for Worcester County teens struggling with substance use challenges. The services are of no cost to families.

Choices offers wrap around services including clinical support, skill building and healthy sober activities for teens who have experienced challenges with substance use and other comorbidity's such as anxiety and depression. The peer mentors and recovery navigators offer adolescents critical support during the non scheduled hours after school when boredom and peer pressure can lead to poor decision making and substance use. Choices offer services such as medication management, 1 on 1 and group therapy, art and music therapy, and a full recreation center for age-appropriate activities, groups, concerts and movie nights.

The staff includes doctorate level clinicians and physicians, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LADC 1 & 2) and licensed social workers.

Billy Beers - Founder/CEO
(617)-993-6083
Wbeers@4choices.org
108 Grove Street, Suite 205