State/Federal Agencies
The Department of Developmental Services provides supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully engaged members of their community. The Department’s...
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Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: 1-800-327-5050 BSAS oversees the statewide system of prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support services for individuals, families, and communities affected by gambling and substance addiction. We...
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For victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, the RMV participates in the Address Confidentiality Program administered by the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth. The Address Confidentiality...
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Serving Individuals Who Are Blind Since 1906 MCB provides the highest quality rehabilitation and social services to Massachusetts residents who are blind, leading to their independence and full community participation. MCB...
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The Department of Children and Families (DCF) works in partnership with families and communities to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. In most cases, DCF is able to provide...
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The goal of the Massachusetts public K-12 and adult education system is to prepare all students for success in life. The state works with local school districts and educators in your...
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MassDEP serves the Commonwealth by enforcing laws that protect our air, land, and water. We help cities and towns with local environmental issues. We write permits that support natural resources,...
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The Department of Mental Health (DMH), as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all...
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The Department of Public Health (DPH) keeps people healthy and communities strong. We make it safe to eat and drink in Massachusetts, we prevent illness and disease, we give children...
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The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) assists and empowers low-income individuals and families to meet their basic needs, improve their quality of life, and achieve long term economic self-sufficiency. DTA...
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The mission of the Department of Veterans’ Services is to advocate on behalf of all the Commonwealth’s veterans and provide them with quality support services and to direct an emergency...
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As the Juvenile Justice agency for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Department of Youth Services (DYS) promotes positive change in the youth in our care and custody. The DYS is...
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The MDDC is an independent agency, funded by the federal government, dedicated to empowering people with developmental disabilities and their families to enjoy full productive lives by promoting self-sufficiency, community...
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DPPC protects adults with disabilities from the abusive acts or omissions of their caregivers through investigation oversight, public awareness, and prevention.
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The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) helps individuals with disabilities to live and work independently. MRC is responsible for Vocational Rehabilitation, Community Living, and Disability Determination for federal benefit programs. MRC...
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State and local consumer protection offices mediate complaints, conduct investigations, prosecute offenders of consumer laws, license and regulate a variety of professionals, promote strong consumer protection legislation, provide educational materials...
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Quit nicotine/tobacco or support someone in their quit attempt. Call the Massachusetts Smokers’ Helpline at 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) or visit http://makesmokinghistory.org/quit-now/. MTCP is a statewide public health program focused on comprehensive...
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In Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) are combined into one program called MassHealth. MassHealth members may be able to get doctors visits, prescription drugs, hospital stays,...
The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office is an advocate and resource for the people of Massachusetts in many ways, including protecting consumers, combating fraud and corruption, investigating and prosecuting crime, and...
Attorney General's Office - Western Massachusetts, 1441 Main Street, 12th Floor, Springfield, MA 01103
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The United States Social Security Administration is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government that administers Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement, disability, and survivor benefits....
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The U.S. Department of Education’s (ED) mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. ED was created in 1980 by...
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