spotlight

CELEBRATE THE SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM 2025

Since 1972, the national Senior Nutrition Program has supported nutrition services for older adults across the country. Funded by the Older Americans Act (OAA), local programs serve as hubs where people 60+ find healthy meals and vital services that strengthen social connections and promote well-being. Every March, we celebrate our program's anniversary and its many accomplishments at the national and local levels. We promote how nutrition services help people stay independent as they age and highlight critical senior nutrition issues. 

The 2025 theme, A Place at the Table, recognizes the importance of local nutrition programs and the meals being served in communities across the country. ACL, its partners, and local programs can use this theme to highlight several key topics, like the benefits of getting to know your community and program participants and how coming together over meals can improve health and well-being. 

Save the date! Virtual Celebration Event 

Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET   

Attend this virtual event to celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the national Senior Nutrition Program. The webinar will recognize the program's impact and discuss topics like partnerships, volunteerism, and quality, all through the lens of this year’s theme, A Place at the Table. Speakers include ACL's Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging, Kari Benson, and ONHPP Director Keri Lipperini. 

Cape Cod Councils on Aging, Senior Centers, and Centers for Active Living

Councils on Aging, Senior Centers and Centers for Active Living are the municipal agencies that provide local outreach, social and health services, advocacy, information and referral for older adults, their families and caregivers. These community-based agencies serve as advocates, offers services, and provide wellness programs. 



Each Town determines its own priorities based on local needs and resources. These centers are a welcoming place for older adults who wish to remain independent in their community. Check out your local center today! 

MARCH IS WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Find a wealth of information here. 

Sailing Against the Tide: Women of Cape Cod and the Islands at the Cape Cod Maritime Museum

Histories of Cape Cod and the islands are full of stories of ship captains, lightkeepers, and other grizzled men facing the sea. Behind each of them, and oftentimes by their sides, were women. But women should not be dismissed as historical footnotes. They ran businesses, traveled the world, and fought for independence. They were artists, writers, and scientists. Some were prominent community leaders, and some worked behind the scenes. Some were born here, and some made their homes here. Some never married, while others raised large families. They lived diverse lives and continue to shape our maritime community today. Visit the exhibit to learn more about some of their stories. 

Click here to listen and learn from modern women making history on Cape Cod with our oral history series! 

Women's History Month Celebration for Woman Vets

Where: Margaritaville, Hyannis

When: Saturday, March 8, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Calling all women veterans, wives of veterans, and widows of veterans! Celebrate Women's History Month with the CIVOC at Margaritaville Resort Hyannis on March 8th!

Featuring: 

Col. Betty C. Ludtke, 30-year USAF vet. 

Complimentary spa facials & reiki. 

Providence VA benefits assistance

Dessert charcuterie workshop 

RSVP required: Please call Barbara-Anne Foley at (508) 237-3349

Women's History Month Movie Screening for Vets

Where: Cape Cod Community College

When: Saturday, March 15th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Veterans, join CIVOC in partnership with Cape Cod Community College for a special Women's History Month screening of Mercury 13! This inspiring documentary tells the story of the 13 women who were tested for space flight in 1961, only to be denied the chance to be first in space because of their gender. Special Guest: Q&A with Jackie Loveless Johnson. 

RSVP Required: (508) 237-3349

Celebrating Women's History Month at Cotuit Library

Where: Cotuit Library

When: Monday, March 24, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Celebrate women's leadership this Women's History Month at the Cotuit Library! Join us for an engaging program supporting veterans. Hear from keynote Andrea Gayle-Bennett (EOVS) on the HERO Act, Paula Smith (Cape Cod Community College) on their programs, and Barbara-Anne Foley (Cape & Islands Veterans Outreach Center) on local support. Connect with influential women and honor their dedication to veterans. 

RSVP is required (508) 237-3349. 

aging well & healthy living

LGBTQ+ SENIOR LIFE CHANGES SUPPORT GROUPS

As we age, we experience an increasing number of life changes. Job loss, retirement, divorce, loss of loved ones, health challenges. In this group we will learn to make these changes less painful and learn that some changes are necessary for us to adapt and grow.

There is no charge for these groups, but registration is required.

Bourne Council on Aging

239 Main Street, Buzzards Bay

Group will be held on Thursdays, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM for 6 consecutive weeks.

Starts March 20, 2025

To register, call the Bourne Council on Aging: (508) 759-0600, Ext. 5300

First Parish Unitarian Universalist Meeting House

1969 Main Street, Brewster

Group will be held on Tuesdays, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM for 6 consecutive weeks.

Starts March 18, 2025

To register for the Brewster group, or if you have any questions about either group, call

Diane McCarthy: (774) 283-0931 or email dmmcdj@aol.com

CAPE COD LGBTQ SENIORS FEBRUARY EVENTS

Join us for upcoming events throughout the month of March Including:

Adventures with Karyn – Karyn Wendell will tell us about all the great trips and events she has planned for 2025 and beyond!

Where: Yarmouth Senior Center, 28 Forest Road, West Yarmouth

When: March 12th

Time: 1:00 PM

Register: Call or text (508) 534-8665, or Email yarmouthlgbtqseniors@gmail.com

Orleans LGBTQ Sage Table Event – Share a meal and conversation with other LGBTQ people of all ages!

Where: Orleans Council on Aging

When: March 21st

Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Register: Call the Orleans Senior Center at (508) 255-6333

No walk-ins please!

LGBTQ+ Seniors and Life Changes Groups: Bourne Council on Aging

Where: Bourne Council on Aging, 239 Main Street, Buzzards Bay

When: Thursdays for 6 consecutive weeks starting March 20, 2025

Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Register: Call the Bourne Council on Aging (508) 759-0600 Ext. 5300

LGBTQ+ Seniors and Life Changes Groups: First Unitarian Universalist Meeting House

Where: 1969 Main Street, Brewster

When: Six consecutive weeks starting March 18, 2025

Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Register: Call Diane McCarthy (774) 283-0931 or email dmmcdj@aol.com

BREWSTER COUNCIL ON AGING: MARCH HAPPENINGS

Beginner Tai Chi: Enrollment is open for the month of March!

When: Mondays and Thursdays 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM starting March 10, 2025

Where: Brewster Council on Aging, 1673 Main Street

Cost: $18/class

Getting to Know Your Smartphone: A Hands-On Workshop

When: Monday, March 17, 2025, 10:00 AM

Where: Brewster Council on Aging, 1673 Main Street

Sign up: Call (508) 258-2299 | Email: denise.magnett@escci.org

Total Joint Replacement Presentation

When: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 11:00 AM

Where: Brewster Fire Department

What: Please join us to learn more about the benefits of homecare after your surgical procedure.

Save your seat: Call the Brewster Council on Aging (508) 896-2737

Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2025

Where: Brewster Council on Aging, 1673 Main Street

To sign up: Call the Brewster Council on Aging (508) 896-2737

Future Planning Toolbox: Build Your Roadmap for Security

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2025

Where: Brewster Council on Aging, 1673 Main Street

What: Join us for this informative event, where a panel of experts equip you with the essential tools to navigate key life decisions.

Advance Registration Required: Call the Brewster Council on Aging (508) 896-2737

behavioral health

FAMILIES FOR DEPRESSION AWARENESS: HELPING TEENS MANAGE DEPRESSION

Families for Depression Awareness is presenting our free webinar:

Helping Teens Manage Depression: Practical Skills That Work

Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET/ 4:00 to 5:30 PM PT

In this webinar, you’ll learn concrete tools and techniques to help your teen manage depression effectively. Our presenter, Amy Mezuliz, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of, “Reversing the Spiral of Depression for Teens: Simple Actions to Improve Mood, Boost Motivation, and Build the Life You Want.” Dr. Mezulis will focus on powerful approaches grounded in evidence-based practices. These aren’t just theoretical concepts, they’re hands-on skills you can implement immediately to support your teen’s mental health.

FAMILIES FOR DEPRESSION AWARENESS: SUPPORTING LOVED ONES AS THEY WAIT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CARE

Your loved one is ready for therapy, but the waitlist seems endless. You want to support them, but you're not sure how to keep them motivated during this challenging, in-between period. How can you help them maintain their momentum toward better mental health without crossing boundaries or enabling unhealthy behaviors?

Our upcoming webinar, "Bridging the Gap: Supporting Loved Ones as They Wait for Mental Health Care", tackles these pressing questions head-on. Our presenter will be Emily Kline, PhD, clinical psychologist and expert in motivational interviewing. This session will equip you with practical strategies to provide support to your loved ones as they await professional care.

SHARING KINDNESS IS HOSTING THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CHILDREN'S GRIEF WEBCAST

Sharing Kindness is excited to host:

National Alliance for Children's Grief (NACG)

 National Webcast Family Dynamics and Grief: Strategies for Supporting Young People through Loss

When: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM 

Where: IN PERSON at Sharing Kindness, 940 Main St., South Harwich, MA 

Cost: Free, with the exception of those seeking CE credits (3 credits available for $45).

This free webcast is a three-hour educational event designed for professionals, featuring experts in the field of bereavement Dr. Jamie Eaddy, CT®, CTP, and Doneila L. McIntosh, M.Div., M.A., LAMFT. This webcast will take a systemic approach to understanding grief, focusing on the impact family systems have on children and adolescents navigating loss. 

Grief is a collective experience that reshapes family dynamics. This interactive session will delve into the critical role families play in shaping how young people process loss, offering a culturally attuned perspective that highlights the significance of honoring each family's unique context. 

This session is comprised of three hours of education and a 30-minute break for group discussion.  YOU MUST ATTEND IN PERSON.  A single-use link is provided to the host organization only.  

The webcast is presented to you at no cost. CEs for this event are available for purchase for LMHC, LICSW, LMFT.  Attendance for the entirety of the webcast is required for CEs. There will be a sign-in sheet at the site. NACG National Webcast CE Registration 

Please reach out to Kathleen Shine-O'Brien, Director of Clinical Services, with any questions at kathleen@sharingkindness.org. 

WELLNESS TRAINING PROGRAMS AT CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Cape and Islands Suicide Prevention Coalition has partnered with 4Cs to offer our communities Wellness Training Programs that provide information and tools to raise awareness, educate, and increase action to reduce suicides.

Join our quarterly meetings in-person at Cape Cod Community College or on Zoom.

March 10th and 11th, 2025: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) – CEUs Available!

ASIST is an in-person 2-day program where participants learn how to prevent suicide by recognizing signs, providing a skilled intervention, and developing a safety plan to keep someone alive. CEUs are available at completion of this training.

Date: March 10th and 11th, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

CEUs: 14 hours over two days (in person). Lunch Provided.

Location: Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Campus, 540 Main St., Hyannis

April 8, 2025: Reduce Suicide Risk and Promote Healing |Sudden Death Postvention

Using National Best Practice protocols, participants learn how to reduce the risk of contagion and create a comprehensive response plan in the event of a traumatic death. This is a 4 hour in person class.

Date: April 8, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Location: Cape Cod Community College, Hyannis Campus, 540 Main St., Hyannis

Questions? Contact Val Duffy at (508) 375-5018 | vduffy@capecod.edu

housing & homelessness

THE CAPE COD READY RENTER PROGRAM IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TWO AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOTTERIES

Apply now! This notice expires April 9, 2025:

1. 530 Main Street, West Dennis, 1 Bedroom Unit, Monthly Rent is $1,606 Utilities Not Included 
2. General Wait List. The Ready Renter General Wait List is used to fill existing scattered-site affordable rental units in Yarmouth (30 units), Dennis (24 units), Barnstable (5 units) and Falmouth (21 units). 

Applications are due April 9, 2025 to the Plymouth Redevelopment Authority. All instructions are in the application.

Please share this information with your clients, constituents, and anyone you feel will benefit from affordable housing.  

BARNSTABLE COUNTY HOME PROGRAM HOUSING NEEDS SURVEY

Barnstable County Department of Human Services has contracted with Barrett Planning Group LLC for the development of the Barnstable County HOME Consortium’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan.  The consolidated planning process serves as a framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities that align and focus funding from federal block grant programs.   

Your input really matters to us, and all answers are completely anonymous and confidential.  The survey is available in English, Portuguese, & Spanish. The survey went live on February 15th will be available until March 7, 2025. 

SHINE

NEW MONTHLY SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD (SEP) FOR DUALLY ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS AND LOW-INCOME SUBSIDY RECIPIENTS

For people enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, the new “Monthly SEP” will allow individuals enrolled in Medicaid and/or who receive assistance through the Low-Income Subsidy to drop their Medicare Advantage plan, return to Original Medicare, and enroll in a new standalone Prescription Drug Plan on a monthly basis.  

For individuals already in Original Medicare, the Monthly SEP will also allow individuals to switch from one Prescription Drug Plan to another. The SEP cannot be used to enroll into another Medicare Advantage plan. 

This Monthly SEP can be used to: 

• Drop a Medicare Advantage plan with Part D prescription coverage (MAPD), join Original Medicare, and enroll in a standalone Part D Prescription Drug Plan. 
• In Original Medicare, switch standalone Prescription Drug Plans. 

Who can use this Monthly SEP? 

• All dually eligible individuals—people with Medicare and Medicaid benefits—including individuals who are enrolled in Medicare Savings Programs but not full-scope Medicaid (also called partial-benefit dually eligible). 
• All individuals enrolled in the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS), also called Extra Help. 

How many times can the Monthly SEP be used? 

Once per month. Plan changes will be effective the first of the following month. For example, in February 2025, Maria is in Prescription Plan A and wishes to switch to Prescription Plan F. Maria can make the change in February and she will be disenrolled from Prescription Plan A and enrolled in Prescription Plan F effective March 1, 2025. 

How is this option changing in 2025 compared to 2024?

Prior to January 1, 2025, individuals could make changes to their Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans on a quarterly basis. Starting in 2025, individuals will be able to make changes on a monthly basis. However, the monthly SEP cannot be used to join a Medicare Advantage plan. This SEP can only be used to disenroll from a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage or to switch to standalone Prescription Drug Plans. There is an exception for full benefit dually eligible individuals who wish to join certain integrated D-SNPs. See below for more information on this new enrollment period. 

The last time the Quarterly SEP could be used was in September 2024. 

scams & fraud

#SLAMTHESCAM 2025

National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. Slam the Scam Day is Thursday, March 6, 2025, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, which takes place this year from March 2nd – 8th. 

KNOWBE4: SCAMS

IRS and Tax Scams

Every year, the bad guys take advantage of innocent taxpayers, like you, who are patiently waiting on their tax return. Last year, the IRS noticed a significant increase in phishing attempts to steal money or tax data, therefore you must be on high alert. 

How it Happens: Tax Scams and Malicious Activity 

The bad guys have a number of tax-related tricks up their sleeves when it comes to stealing your money and/or sensitive information. Here are a few examples of sophisticated tax scams that have been found in the wild: 

• Scammers send emails posing as tax service companies by spoofing emails and using stolen logos. Once you respond to the email with personal data or tax information, they can pocket your hard-earned money. 
• Similar to the scam above, the bad guys send look-alike emails containing hyperlinks that lead you to malicious websites or fake PDF attachments that download malware or viruses to your computer. 
• Tax scams aren’t limited to emails! Be on the look out for callers posing as IRS representatives claiming you owe money that must be paid immediately. The callers typically threaten arrests, deportation, or suspension of business or driver’s license.

Keep in mind, these are only a few examples and these scam artists are constantly coming up with new ways to fool you. 

How Do I Know it’s a Scam? 

Always remember the following during tax season, and all year long: 

• The IRS will always mail a bill before calling you about taxes owed. 
• The IRS will never ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone. 
• The IRS will never immediately threaten to arrest you for not paying taxes owed. 
• The IRS will always offer the opportunity to question or appeal the amount owed before demanding your payment. 
• The IRS does not use emails or text messages to discuss personal tax matters, such as taxes owed or tax refunds. 

Only share sensitive data over email when there is no other alternative and you’re certain the recipient is valid. 

Past Scam of the Week Blogs can be found here. 

Online Dating Scams

Over the past couple of decades, online dating has grown in popularity to become the widely-accepted norm. This shift in society’s way of meeting people leads us to be less cautious about meeting strangers online. This newfound comfort in talking to strangers leaves room for professional scammers and social engineers to make their way into your life, and eventually into your bank account. 

“I would never fall for that”, says everyone. 

Many assume the individuals falling for these plots are vulnerable and lonely people who are unable to find a date offline. The truth is that doctors, lawyers, CEOs, and people of all ages from all walks of life have fallen for such scams. Considering the detailed personas these criminals build for their victims, anyone could fall for online dating scams. 

How it Happens 

Dating and romance fraud often happens through popular dating sites, but these scammers use social media as well. They make fake profiles with fictional names, pictures, and professions. These con artists often claim to be from a location near you, but say they’re currently working in other countries, so conveniently, they can’t meet you in person. These professional manipulators go to great lengths to gain your trust and your interest, often using details from your social media accounts to their advantage. They shower you with loving words, intimate conversations, and sometimes even gifts. 

Over time, once they’ve gained your trust, they will ask you for money, gifts, or bank account details. Often, they play up some sort of personal emergency, or claim they want to visit you but lack the funds to do so–and once you’re emotionally invested, these stories seem believable. 

The Warning Signs 

Here’s a few warning signs to look out for when looking for love online: 

• They often develop strong feelings shortly after introduction or after only speaking a few times. 
• They quickly ask you to move the communication from the dating application or site to personal means of communication, such as texts or calls. 
• Their messages are poorly written or vague. 
• Their dating site or social media profile isn’t consistent with what they tell you over conversations. 

Protect Yourself 

Unfortunately, when meeting potential love interests online, you should always assume the possibility of a scam. Be very cautious about sharing pictures or your personal information with strangers. Finally, never send money to someone you haven’t met in person. Emotional investment can cloud your judgement, remember to follow your head and not your heart when it comes to online dating. 

Past Scam of the Week Blogs can be found here.

upcoming community events

A STATEWIDE MULTIDISCIPLINARY TRAINING ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION AND RESPONSE

Presented by the Cape & Islands District Attorney's Office, "From Awareness to Action - A Human Trafficking Conference," is a statewide multidisciplinary training on human trafficking prevention and response.

Where: Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis

When: April 10–11, 2025

This event brings together professionals from various disciplines to enhance the prevention, identification, and response to human trafficking. It is designed for law enforcement, healthcare providers, social service agencies, legal professionals, educators, community organizations, hospitality industry workers, and transportation workers.

The training emphasizes a collaborative, victim-centered approach to addresses trafficking. Through expert-led sessions, case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to effectively combat human trafficking in their communities. It aims to foster a coordinated, statewide response that prioritizes victim safety, offender accountability, and systemic change.

COUNTED OUT

Please join us for a screening of the new film "Counted Out" at 4:00 PM on March 13th (Pi Day Eve!) at 529 Main Street, Hyannis. Registration is suggested but not required. 

Counted Out investigates the biggest crises of our time through an unexpected lens: math. 

In our current information economy, math is everywhere. The people we date, the news we see, the influence of our votes, the candidates who win elections, the education we have access to, the jobs we get—all of it is underwritten by an invisible layer of math that few of us understand or even notice. 

But whether we know it or not, our numeric literacy—whether we can speak the language of math—is a critical determinant of social and economic power. 

Through a mosaic of personal stories, expert interviews, and scenes of math transformation in action, Counted Out shows what’s at risk if we keep the status quo. Do we want an America in which most of us don’t consider ourselves “math people”? Where math proficiency goes down as students grow up? Or do we want a country where everyone can understand the math that undergirds our society—and can help shape it? 

The film is dedicated to Bob Moses, the civil rights leader and MacArthur genius who saw math access as the civil rights issue of our time, and whose work we follow in some of the last filmed interviews of his life. 

REFLECTIONS OF LIGHT: HONORING SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS

Join us for "Reflections of Light" on April 2nd, 2025, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, located at 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth!

REAL TALK COMMUNITY PANEL & OPEN FORUM DISCUSSION ON MARCH 20TH

Too many Cape teens are in crisis. Due to circumstances beyond their control, Cape Cod’s youth are facing unprecedented mental health and substance use challenges. These aren’t just kids—they are the future of our community, our workforce, and our families. If we don’t act now, we risk losing an entire generation to struggles they should never have to face alone.

Join us on March 20th at Wequassett Resort from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM for a REAL TALK community panel and open forum discussion to learn how we can turn the tide—together. Change must happen, and it must happen now. We look forward to seeing you there!

All guests & attendees welcome!

employment opportunities

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP IS HIRING A COMMUNITY ORGANIZER

The Community Development Partnership leads the Lower Cape in building a diverse year-round community of people who can afford to live, work and thrive here. To accomplish our mission, we promote, develop and manage affordable housing; nurture the launch and growth of small businesses; and facilitate collaboration with business, non-profit and government partners. Achieving our mission requires several strategies and a range of programs. Our work starts with creating affordable homes—so essential to a healthy economy, but a challenge in communities like ours where seasonal and vacation dynamics drive the market beyond the reach of many who live and work locally year-round. 

The Community Organizing Manager will primarily work within a Housing Advocacy team to conduct outreach, base building, training, education and leadership development among our Lower Cape community residents for the main purpose of increasing housing opportunities in the region. The Housing Advocacy team currently includes a Director of Housing Advocacy, a Housing Advocacy Program Manager and a second Community Organizing Manager. The Community Organizing Manager will work with our housing development team to assist with community engagement, as needed. Additionally, the Community Organizing Manager will work with our Development & Communications team to assist with the design of our in-house campaign to build public support for housing.

food & community resources

FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES TO THE CAPE COMMUNITIES

Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands (CACCI) is again offering Free Tax Preparation Services to the Cape communities! We are pleased to share with you our flyer detailing the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Free Tax Service. This service provides eligible individuals with free, professional tax preparation assistance.

To receive assistance and further eligibility information, interested folks must call CACCI at (508) 771-1727, and ask for the Intake and Procedures area.

MY OMBUDSMAN

Are you a MassHealth Member? Do you need Assistance getting a covered service or benefit from MassHealth? We Listen. We work Together.

FALMOUTH HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES NEW EVENING HOURS AND SERVICES IN PORTUGUESE AND SPANISH

Beginning Wednesday, March 5th , the Town of Falmouth Human Services Department will be open on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Human Services Director, Suzie Hauptmann, says that “the department aims to be open for members of the community who are not available during our current regular operating hours of Monday Through Friday from 8:30 PM – 4:30 PM and we hope that these new hours will provide those residents a better opportunity to meet with staff who can provide personalized support, guidance, and connections to a wide network of social services agencies and programs. We are also very pleased to announce that the department will now have a Portuguese and Spanish-speaking social worker available during these hours.”

CAPE COD FOOD ACCESS GUIDE

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