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Here is a listing of vital local resources that are available to you now. Please share with your neighbors. Check this website regularly as information changes regularly.
For Help or Information
Acton and Boxborough COVID-19 Grants
- Learn How to Apply and access Frequently Asked Questions here.
Town of Acton
- Town of Acton COVID-19 Information Center
- Town of Acton Free Food Resources
- Town of Acton Community Resources (If you seek financial or social services support: 978-929-6651, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
- Residents over age 60: Town of Acton Council on Aging, 978-929-6652 (also for financial and social services support)
- Veterans: Town of Acton Veterans Services
- Tune in to 94.9 WAEM - Acton's FM radio station for Public Service Announcements (PSA)
Town of Boxborough
- Town of Boxborough COVID-19
- Town of Boxborough Community Resources (If you seek financial or social services support: 978-264-1719, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
- Residents over age 60: Town of Boxborough Council on Aging, 978-264-1717, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (also for financial and social services support)
- Veterans: Town of Boxborough Veterans Services
Acton & Boxborough
- A-B Schools Learning Resources (for students and their families)
- A-B Schools Community Resources (for all community members)
- Call the state sponsored Mass 2-1-1 helpline for free, up-to-date COVID-19 info and referrals to local assistance.
- Dial 2-1-1 from any phone or visit www.mass211.org
- The service, which is run by United Way, is confidential and available 24/7 in 140 languages.
- Go to familywize.org to reduce the cost of your prescription medications.
To Volunteer
- To learn more about volunteering with Acton-Boxborough United Way, fill out this volunteer interest form.
- Register at Neighbor Brigade, which will match your skills and interests with the needs of local agencies.
To Offer Supplies
- Donate hand sanitizer, masks and other Personal Protection Equipment for local agencies and first responders at the Acton Public Safety Building or to Emerson Hospital
- Donate food from supermarkets to local food pantries, eg Acton Food Pantry or Maynard Open Table.
To Donate Money
- Donate to the COVID-19 Impact Fund. All proceeds will be allocated as emergency grants for Acton and Boxborough residents in need and direct service agencies such as food pantries.
