We Are: "People Helping People"
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The Needham Community Council is a private 501(C)3 non-profit organization which supports people in Needham who have under-met health, educational or social needs, and promotes volunteerism, community and a sense of shared responsibility. |
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FEBRUARY COMMUNITY
NEWS & UPDATES
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WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK
And Shoulders, Knees, Ankles...
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During the winter months, hospitals can see almost double the traffic due to injuries from icy roads and walkways. Although we are hearty New Englanders, accidents do happen and the Needham Community Council is prepared to help.
We provide FREE loans of medical equipment from crutches and commodes to walkers and wheelchairs.
Call the office at 781-444-2415 or stop in to the Council to inquire about loaning from or donating to our extensive medical equipment closet.
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OPEN YOUR HEART AND LEND A HAND
Volunteer Opportunities
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
ELL PROGRAM
Our English Language Learners program is growing even during these cold winter days. We currently have more students than we do tutors. So, if you or someone you know would be interested in lending their time, we would love to provide the opportunity to enrich our students' lives.
Our ELL director aligns our Tutors with the training and resources they need to be successful in teaching Needham residents who are new to English. Please call our office at 781-444-2415 or email Jtovar@needhamcouncil.org.
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VOLUNTEER DRIVERS
NEEDED
We are in need of some on-call drivers to help us deliver to our food pantry customers on Tuesday mornings. Drivers need to be able to lift at least 30 lbs and available on Tuesdays from about
10:15 am – 11:30 pm.
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VOLUNTEER ARTIST/ILLUSTRATOR
NEEDED
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We have designed a basic coloring/activity book about the Needham Community Council and its programs for elementary school students. We need an artist to add their flair to enhance the project with entertaining illustrations that complement and spark interest in our work.
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If you have a student in a Needham Middle School or Elementary who is benefitting from the free lunch program, then you could be saving up to $600/year per child! Yet there are families in our own community who are struggling to put food on the table.
A group of parents and Needham leaders have partnered with the Needham Community Council and the Needham Community Farm to help us channel these savings to the families in our community who struggle to put food on their table.
Please consider donating and help us - feed it forward!
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COUNCIL THRIFT NEWS
Let's Talk Shop...
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The Council Thrift store is OPEN
Thrift Store Hours:
Mondays and Fridays, 10-4
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-6
Saturdays, 10-2
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A Weekend Blizzard of Men's Savings!
Sat, Feb 6 & Mon, Feb 7
All men's button, collared shirts, suit jackets, and pants $1.00!
Pieces from Ferragamo, Joseph Aboud, Zegna, Ralph Lauren and more are in this giant donation from the Norfolk County Register of Deeds' clothing drive! What a great opportunity for you to shop, save and support!
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Spin a Heart for Savings!
On our Wheel of Hearts
Feb 11, 12 and 14
We love our customers, to us you're all winners.
So, here is a chance to save for lucky spinners!
At time of purchase spin our wheel;
win 5-20% off your purchase, for real!
Do good for your neighbors,
give your wallet a lift;
and shop these 3 days at the Council Thrift!
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The Council Thrift will be closed
Monday, February 21, Presidents Day
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COMMON CENTS
Compassion Makes Cents
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Do you want to teach your children how to fill their piggy banks and their hearts? Just follow the triple S rule, Save, Spend and Share using the Council's Common Cents tool.
Kids are visual learners so this is a great way to talk to them about money in a fun and interesting way while developing their sense of compassion.
Coming Soon!
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Tablets & Tutors
We are conducting in person/in mask classes at the CATH every Tuesday at 2pm. This month we will focus on email, Zoom and more. To see a complete list of classes, please consult the Tablets & Tutors page on the Needham Council website. We also have volunteer tutors available for one-on-one technical instruction.
Older adults in need of technology and tutoring please call us at
781-444-2415 or email sfallon@needhamcouncil.org.
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English Language Learning - ELL
The FREE English Language Learning program housed at the Council is steadily growing. We continue to place tutors and students together and started group classes at the Needham Department of Public Works for those employees. If you know someone who might be interested in becoming a tutor or someone in need of language and cultural support, please call the office at 781-444-2415.
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Transportation
Need help getting to an appointment in or around Needham? We are available to help you get where you need to go.
You do NOT need to be income-eligible to take advantage of this program. But, you do need to call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your ride. For more information, call our office.
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Child Assault Prevention
CAP
Third and Fifth graders at Mitchell elementary school will attend CAP workshops during February. CAP is an empowerment program teaching that all children have the right to be SAFE, STRONG and FREE. If you have any questions, please contact cap@needhamcouncil.org
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The Council Thrift & Donation Hours:
Monday & Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 4 pm
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Monday, February 21st - Closed for President's Day |
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Needham Community Council
570 Hillside Avenue
Needham, MA 02494
781-444-2415
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Officers & Board of Directors 2021-2022 |
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President
Robert Dermody
Vice President
Lynn Alberding
Secretary
Kathleen Berner
Treasurer
John Frantz
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David Carter
Diane DerMarderosian
Linda Farley
Lynn Gotwals
PJ Haskell
Jonathan Kappel
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Joyce McCafferty
Andrew McCollum
Alrie McNiff Daniels
Carrie Reddish
Mary Richman
Andrea Wassserman
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