If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 988 provides 24/7 connection to confidential support. There is Hope. Just call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org #988Lifeline
Finding an affordable home can be challenging, but we hope the tips and resources in this guide can help. Falmouth residents can call the Human Services Department if help is needed in accessing resources or navigating any of the services in this guide.
The Falmouth Commission on Substance Use invites you to have a facilitated conversation and share your experience about how the opioid epidemic has impacted you, your family and/or the community. Read on...
Join Town of Falmouth Community Services Departments and supporting organizations for the viewing of this short documentary and panel discussion to follow. Read on...
A new clinician-led peer grief support group where young adults (18+) can meet, share their feelings and connect through the experience of loss. Read on...
Sharing Kindness and the VNA's Maternal Child Health Program are honored to bring perinatal loss peer grief support groups to Cape Cod. We are currently offering groups for Pregnancy & Stillbirth Loss and Early Infant Loss in Yarmouth. Read on...
Immigration Resource Center of Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands, call for more information or for an appointment 508-771-1727 Read on...
Southeastern housing Court Lawyer-for-the-day program for tenant/landlord disputes. Get basic legal advice, help understanding laws and your rights; information on filling out forms; and referrals to service agencies. Read on...
Looking for mental health resources or support? Massachusetts Association for Mental Health (MAMH) launches a multimedia campaign, #JustAsk, to help young adults take control of their mental health by reaching out to friends, families, and resources to provide support. More information is available at www.mamh.org/justask or call Falmouth Human Services Department at 508-548-0533.
Resources After A Loss or Other Highly Stressful or Traumatic Events
After a loss or other highly stressful or potentially traumatic event people usually experience a wide range of reactions. For many people, reactions in the immediate aftermath of an event change and shift rapidly. All of these reactions are normal and to be expected. Below are links to some helpful resources but please don't hesitate to reach out to Falmouth Human Services Department:
24 Hour Crisis Response Line: Call 888-851-2451 and ask to speak to a Riverside Trauma Center Manager
24-Hour Domestic Violence Line: Call 800-439-6507 and get connected to Independence House, Inc.
The Samaritans On Cape Cod and the Islands Crisis Line: Call 508-548-8900 or 800-893-9900
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Proposals were sought from interested public or private, state and federally recognized non-profit organizations, agencies, or partnerships to provide projects, programs and services that address unmet human service needs in the community. The three categories/agencies contracted were: Mental Health Needs $20,000 to Cape Cod Children's Place/Maternal Depression Task Force; Substance Use Related Needs $20,000 to Aids Support Group of Cape Cod; and General Support Services $9,500 to Volunteers in Public Schools (V.I.P.S.). In addition two categories/agencies were renewed for a third year: Homeless Prevention $20,000 to Housing Assistance Corp. and Outmigration $20,000 to YMCA. Please see Human Services Committee page for more details.
