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Reproduced in part with permission from Falmouth Human Services

FOOD RESOURCES:

FALMOUTH SERVICE CENTER

If you or someone you know is in need of food, the Falmouth Service Center is distributing pre-packed bags of food to any household in need.  They have set up a 'drive-thru' distribution in their parking lot.

Please check their website at http://www.falmouthservicecenter.org/ and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FalmouthServiceCenter/ for updated information on food distribution.

Should you need assistance: Falmouth Human Services continues to be available to the residents of Falmouth during the COVID-19 crisis. Staff social workers are available by phone to assist with any human service needs that arise during this crisis. If you need assistance navigating resources, have questions about basic needs, or are in need of mental health support, please call their office for assistance at 508-548-0533 between the hours of 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline

Hotline 1-800-645-8333 is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00am to 2:00pm to answer any questions regarding SNAP Benefits (all sign-ups are going through DTA at this time) or visit http://www.projectbread.org/

WAYS TO HELP IN FALMOUTH:

• Neighborhood Falmouth has volunteer opportunities. CORI checks are required.  Contact Director Susan Loucks at director@neighborhoodfalmouth.org
• Falmouth Meals on Wheels delivery opportunities. CORI checks are required.  Contact Karen at 508-548-4198, Monday-Friday, 8am-1pm.

Massachusetts is First State in Nation to Gain Federal Approval to Continue Pandemic EBT through School Year 2020-2021

Mass Health Enrollment:

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/masshealth-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-applicants-and-members

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, an extended enrollment period is available through April 25, 2020 for qualified Massachusetts residents who are uninsured. Call (877) MA-ENROLL or go to https://www.mahealthconnector.org/, or for assistance from a MA Health Navigator Call Community Action of Cape Cod at 508-771-1727.

Mental Health Resources:

The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health Upcoming Virtual Events

Parent Meet Up and Support Group on Zoom
Tuesdays at 3:00 PM join with this link: http://zoom.us/j/2663874038 - Password: 7108057
Wednesdays at 8:00 AM join with this link: http://zoom.us/j/812329394 - Password: 6xK1ik       
Learn more

Resources

BRYT Family Support Facebook Private Group
Search ‘BRYT FAMILY SUPPORT’ to join

Family Resource List (updated regularly)
Several resources including crisis support, self-care, food needs, academic websites, etc.

Community Family Supports Flyer
Several hotlines to support families.

• Managing Stress and Anxiety - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety
• Mental Health America - https://www.virusanxiety.com/
• Mental Health America - https://mhanational.org/covid19
• Parent Caregiver Guide To Helping Families Cope - https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019

We are in this together and help is always available. If you are feeling alone and struggling, the following crisis and support lines are available to listen. All calls are free and confidential. You do not need to be suicidal to call. Simply needing a safe space to talk through your emotions during this challenging time.

• BAYCOVE EMERGENCY SERVICES – If you are in crisis please call Baycove for mental health crisis intervention services at 800-229-2683 or dial 911
• THE PARENTAL STRESS LINE – “PARENTS HELPING PARENTS” – available 24/7 in all languages 1-800-632-8188
• SAFELINK – Massachusetts statewide domestic violence support and resources: 24/7 helpline 877-785-2020
• FALMOUTH HUMAN SERVICES – Town Social Workers are available at 508-548-0533 Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm to answer any human service-related questions and to provide support to Falmouth residents who are struggling with their emotional health during this challenging time.