Elder Services

Blackstone Senior Center

Gilda Centeno - Outreach Coordinator
(508)-883-1500x135
15 Saint Paul Street

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

Food Assistance

Blackstone/Millville Food Pantry
Devine Mercy Parish

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

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.

Housing

Blackstone Housing Authority

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

https://blackstonehousing.org/index.php

Multi-Service Agency

Devine Mercy Parish - Saint Vincent DePaul

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

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.

Police

Blackstone Police Department

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

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

Veterans Services

Blackstone Veterans Services

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

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

Elder Services

Council on Aging/Grafton Senior Center

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

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.

Employment Services

Grafton Job Corps Center

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

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

Food Assistance

Grafton Food Bank

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

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.

Food Assistance

St. James Parish

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

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.

Housing Services

Grafton Housing Authority

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

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

Multi-Service Agency

Our Lady of Hope - Saint Vincent De Paul

(508)-839-3993 x35

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.

Police

Grafton Police Department

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

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

Veterans Services

Veterans Services

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

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

Family Shelter

North Star Family Services

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

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

Child & Family Supportive Services

Bethany Christian Services

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

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

(Affordable) Housing Search

Housing Navigator Massachusetts

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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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Mass Substance Use Hotline

(800)-327-5050 Text HOPE to 800327

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

Adult, Child, Family and Emergency Community Based Services

Riverside Community Care

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

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.

Behavioral Health

Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MBHA)

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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.

Behavioral Health

Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline

(833)-773-2445(BHHL)

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.

Children & Family Services

Department of Children & Families (DCF)

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

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Disability Benefits

Mass Ability (formerly Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission)

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

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

Discounted Communication Service

Lifeline (Government benefit program)

(617)-305-3580

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.

Domestic Violence

SafeLink Massachusetts

(877)-785-2020

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

Domestic Violence Support

New Hope

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

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.

Elder Care

Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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www.mass.gov/topics/seniors

Elder Care

Executive Office of Elder Affairs

(800)-243-4636

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

Elder Care/Transportation

Tri Valley, Inc.

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

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

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.

Employment Services

Mass Hire Career Centers

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

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

Employment Services

SNAP Path To Work

(877)-382-2363

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

Food & Financial Assistance

Department of Transitional Assistance

(877)-382-2363

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

Food Assistance

Project Bread

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

www.projectbread.org

Food Assistance

WIC (Women, Infant & Children) Nutrition Program

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

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.

Housing Assistance

HomeBASE

(617)-573-1100

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.

Housing/Shelter Services

Executive Office of Housing and Liveable Communities (formerly DHCD)

(617)573-1100

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Immigration Services

Immigrant Household Massachusetts Resource Guide

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

Immigration Services

Mass Immigration & Refugee Advocacy Coalition

(617)-350-5480

www.miracoalition.org

Individual/Family Shelter

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

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

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.

Mail Services

United States Postal Service

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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.

Mental Health Support

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

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

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.

Mental Health/Substance Use Support

SAFE Coalition

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

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

Multi-Service Resource

Mass211

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

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

Multi-Service Resource

The Salvation Army

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

www.easternusa.salvationarmy.org/massachusetts/

Shelter Services

EA Emergency Family Shelter

(866)-584-0653

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.

Youth/Family Support

Youth Villages

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

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

Family Shelter

Family Promise Metrowest

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

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Chris's Corner

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

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

Female/Family Shelter

Gan Rivkah Center

(508)-838-6151
18 Cedar Street

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.

Food Assistance

Daily Bread Food Pantry

(508)-478-4225
21 Exchange Street

www.chriscornermilford.com

Multi-Service Agency
(Individuals & Families)

St. Mary's Church
Saint Vincent DePaul

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

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

Multi-Service Agency (Individuals & Families)

Catholic Charities of Milford

(508)234-3800
200 Main Street

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.

Multi-Service Agency (Individuals & Families)

Salvation Army

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

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.

Pop-Up Warming Shelter

Pathway to a Better Life

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

Updates are posted regularly on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Pathwaytoabetterlife/
Temporary pop-up warming shelter. Open for cold weather only 20 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.

Elder Services

Millbury Senior Center

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

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.

Food Assistance

Millbury Senior Center

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

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

Food Assistance

Sandra L. Fischer Food Pantry/Millbury Federated Church

(508)-865-6274
20 Main Street

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.

Housing Services

Millbury Housing Authority

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

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

Multi-Service Assistance

St. Brigid Church/Saint Vincent DePaul

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

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.

Police

Millbury Police Department

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

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

Sober Living/Transitional Housing

Rhodes Home (through SMOC)

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

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.

Veterans Services

Central Massachusetts Veterans Support, Inc. (CMVSI)

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

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

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

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

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

Elder Services

Millville Senior Center

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

https://millvilleseniorcenter.org/

Food Assistance

Blackstone/Millville Food Pantry
Devine Mercy Parish

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

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.

Housing Services

Millville Housing Authority

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

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Multi-Service Assistance

Devine Mercy Parish - Saint Vincent DePaul

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

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.

Police

Millville Police Department

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

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

Veterans Services

Veterans Affairs

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

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

Addiction/Recovery Services

NOWA

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

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

Animal Assistance

Rex The TV Terrier, Inc.

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

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.

Community Meal

Peace Of Bread

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

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.

Community Meal

Saint Patrick's Church

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

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.

Community Services

Open Sky Community Services

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

www.openskycs.org

Elder Services

Northbridge Council on Aging/ Northbridge Senior Center

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

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

Food Assistance

NAC Food Pantry

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

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.

Housing Services

Northbridge Housing Authority

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

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.

Housing Services

SMOC Housing

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

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.

Individual/Family Shelter

Blackstone Valley Emergency Shelter

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

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.

Mental Health/Substance Use

Advocates

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

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.

Police

Northbridge Police Department

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

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

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

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

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

Temporary Shelter

St. Luke's Guest House

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

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.

Elder Services

Sutton Senior Center

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

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

Visit website for a list of programs and services offered.

Food Assistance

Sutton Food Pantry

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

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.

Housing Services

Sutton Housing Authority

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

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

Multi-Service Assistance

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

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

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.

Police

Sutton Police Department

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

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

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

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

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

Elder Services

Uxbridge Senior Center

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

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

Food Assistance

Faith Fellowship Church/Manna From Heaven Food Pantry

(508)-278-0300
647 Douglas Street

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.

Food Assistance

People First Food Pantry

(508)-278-5506
19 Douglas Street

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.

Housing Services

Uxbridge Housing Authority

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

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

Multi-Service Assistance

St. Mary's Church - Saint Vincent DePaul

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

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.

Multi-Service Assistance

Valley Chapel

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

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.

Police

Uxbridge Police Department

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

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.

Veterans Services

The Blackstone Valley Veterans' Services District

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

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

Addiction/Recovery Services

Adult & Teen Challenge Massachusetts - Worcester, MA

(617)-318-1380
81 Chatham Street

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Catholic Charities Crozier House - Men's Recovery Program

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

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Catholic Charities Women's Recovery Program

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

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Everyday Miracles

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

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Jeremiah's Inn

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

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.

Addiction/Recovery Services

Safe Exit Initiative

534 Cambridge Street
hello@safeexits.org

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.

Adult Rehabilitation Services

Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Services

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

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.

Domestic Violence Support

YWCA Worcester

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

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.

Elder Care

Elder Services of Worcester

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

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.

Food (& Clothing) Assistance

Net of Compassion

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

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.

Food Assistance

St. John's Food For The Poor

(508)-756-7165
20 Temple Street

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

Food Assistance

The Mustard Seed

(508)-754-7098
93 Piedmont Street

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

Health Care Program

HOAP (Homeless Outreach & Advocacy Program)

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

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.

Housing Services

Central Mass Housing Alliance

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

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.

Housing Services

Greater Worcester Housing Connection/SMOC

(508)757-0103

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.

Housing Services

RCAP Solutions

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

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

Multi-Service (State) Agency

DTA (Dept of Transitional Assistance) Worcester Transitional Assistance Office

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

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.

Multi-Service Agency

Catholic Charities of Worcester

(508)-798-0191
10 Hammond Street

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.

Multi-Service Agency

Community Health Link (UMASS Memorial Health)

(508)-860-1000
72 Jacques Avenue

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.

Multi-Service Agency

Salvation Army

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

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

Multi-Service Agency

Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC)

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

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.

Temporary Family Shelter

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

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

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.

Temporary Shelter

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

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

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.

Temporary Shelter

St. Francis & St. Therese Catholic Worker House

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

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.

Temporary Shelter (Female)

Abby's House

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

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.

Temporary home for pregnant women

Visitation House

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

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.

Transitional/Supportive Housing

Abby's House

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

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.

Transitional/Supportive Housing

YWCA Transitional Housing Program

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

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.

Transportation Services

WRTA

(508)-791-9782
60 Foster Street

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

Veterans Services

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

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

Michelle works at the Worcester Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Veterans Services

Veterans Inc.

(800)-482-2565
69 Grove Street

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.

Young Adult/Transition to Independent Living

LUK, Inc.

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

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.

Youth/Family Support

Choices

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

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.