Resources
Behavioral Health Support
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MA Behavioral Health Help Line
Connect directly to clinical help, when and where you need it.
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Learn to Cope
Local support network that offers resources, education, peer support, and hope to parents and families dealing with a loved one’s drug use
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Find Treatment
Extensive list of recovery options and treatment locations at findtreatment.gov
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Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline
Website with resources and confidential, free 24-hour a day phone line for individuals and family members facing substance use or mental health issues
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Massachusetts 2-1-1
Resource line that connects people to health and human services available in their area Dial ‘211’ from any phone
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Emergency Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Mental health resources and support
Employment & Income
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MA Department of Transitional Assistance
Apply for or manage cash benefits and SNAP
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MA Department of Unemployment Assistance
General information about unemployment benefits
Housing & Shelter
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RAFT & ERMA (Emergency Rental Assistance)
Instructions in English & Spanish on how to apply for emergency rental assistance
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Massachusetts Legal Help
Information about legal rights and benefits in Massachusetts
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MA Emergency Housing Assistance Programs
Info on emergency housing
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Massachusetts Tenants Rights and Responsibilities Guide
Rights and Responsibilities guide for Massachusetts Tenants
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Northeast Legal Aid – Family Shelter
Support for families that have been denied access to family shelter
Immigration
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Know Your Rights (Kreyòl ayisyen)
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Know Your Rights (Arabic)
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Know Your Rights (Español)
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Know Your Rights (Português)
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Know Your Rights (English)
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Immigration Helpline
(508) 293-1871
Local & Community
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Wellspring House
Wellspring House in Gloucester, MA, is a nonprofit organization that provides housing, job training, and education programs to help families and individuals achieve economic independence.
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Pathways for Children
Pathways for Children in Gloucester, MA, is a nonprofit organization providing early education, childcare, and family support services to foster children’s development and strengthen families.
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CATA
Cape Ann Transportation Authority
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HAWC
Support for people experiencing domestic violence or abuse, with offices continuing to help people in both Salem & Gloucester
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Senior Care
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North Shore Community Health
Community medical, dental, and behavioral health clinic