Agendas are posted in the Town Clerk’s office
For more information contact:
Falmouth Human Services Committee
c/o Suzie Hauptmann, Director
Falmouth Human Services
65A Town Hall Square
Falmouth, MA 02540
ph. 508-548-0533 x16
fax 508-540-7454
Training is intended for sober house owners, operators and house managers. Sponsored by Massachusetts Alliance for Sober Housing on Monday, September 23rd to Tuesday, September 24th from 8:30 am – 4 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cape Cod, 87 Iannough Road in Hyannis. This trainin is required for sober house owners/operators and house […]
9th Annual David Lewis 5K for Recovery to be held on Saturday, September 28, 2019, run or walk. 9am race start, Barnstable County Complex, 3195 Main Street #RR6A, Barnstable, MA. Join us for this family-friendly event. Music, raffle, refreshments and awards following the race. Register a team and compete for great prizes! Run in memory […]
The Recovery Without Walls – John Maloy – Women’s Doubles Tennis Tournament to be held on September 14 and 15, 2019 at Kings Grant Racquet Club, Cotuit, MA 508-274-1456. Must be available for Friday Match. Registration Fee: $70 per Person / $140 per Team, make checks payable to: Recovery Without Walls. Register online at: www.recoverywithoutwalls.org […]
WellStrong & “The Greeting Committee” presents “Refuse No River” benefit concert. Featuring music from: “All The Best Cowboys have Chinese Eyes” by Pete Townshend. All proceeds go to supporting recovery for those suffering from substance use disorder. September 14th, 7-9pm, F.R. Lillie Theatre, 7 MBL Street, Woods Hole. Tickets $20 suggested donation, at door and […]
This interactive thirteen-week class offers dads the opportunity to enhance their fatherhood skills. Dads will: address their family history create a vision for the father they choose to be learn disipline skills that teach respect, not fear learn how to understand their child’s/children’s feelings Fall 2019 class schedule: 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, […]
Strong communities make for strong recovery. Community members – including families, neighbors, employers, educators, charitable organizations, and faith-based institutions – are the backbone of communities that foster recovery among its residents. Mental and substance use disorders have affected Falmouth residents from all walks of live and research shows community support and reducing stigma significantly contributes […]
Residents of Falmouth are encouraged to visit the monthly Substance Use Drop-In Night, hosted by the Mashpee Substance Use Task Force, which is a unique chance to connect one-on-one with over seventeen different local treatment and recovery professionals in a relaxed and informal setting. Some Professional Partners include: Alateen/Alanon Family Groups; Gosnold; Grandparents Raising Grandchildren; […]
In Spaulding’s The Healthy Caregiver group, you will have the opportunity to: Learn principles of healthy caregiving and identify unhealthy coping patterns Hear how other caregivers approach their day and their responsibilities Experience and practice wellness techniques Develop tools to avoid burnout Enable positive self-care Find supportive resources in the community This group is for […]
These educational support groups provide an opportunity for caregivers to share their experiences in a confidential supportive environment and receive information and guidance regarding care planning strategies. Groups for Caregiver’s and their Care Recipient (Two seperate groups held simultaneously – Mashpee Council on Aging, 26 Frank E. Hicks Drive, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 1:30 pm […]
Caregiver Support Group the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 4-6 pm on July 3 & 17, August 7 & 21, September 4 & 18. Get the guidance you need from dementia care professionals and other caregivers who understand your challenges and concerns. This group is led by Dr. Molly Perdue and sponsored by the Alzheimer’s […]
RISE is a support group created to uplift and empower Mothers affected by Substance Use Disorders. Whatever your pathway to recovery, we believe in you and your ability to RISE. Wednesdays from 6-7pm at John Wesley United Methodist Church, 270 Gifford Street, Falmouth. Refreshments and childcare provided. Pre-registration required – Please call Cape Cod Children’s […]
Herren Project is a non-profit organization focused on treatment, recovery and prevention of substance use disorder. Since 2011, Herren Project has provided live-saving support to individuals living with substance use disorder. We also offer support to family members and loved ones affected by the disease and bring prevention programs to schools and communities across the […]
The Moms Do Care (MDC) program supports women who are pregnant or parenting a child age 36 months or under. Participants are candidates if they present with a history of opioid use disorder, either current or in remission. Services are provide for moms by moms who have walked this path during their own pregnancy. This […]
Services are targeted to Cape and Island unaccompanied youth and young adults (24 and under) who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Services available are: Assessment for services; Flexible funds to prevent homelessness; Individualized case management; Planning for housing stability. Intake for assessment and access to services are available through these community partners: CHAMP […]
How to RECOGNIZE an Opioid Overdose: Not responsive Lips and fingertips may be blue Snoring or gurgle noise whild nodding out Vomiting Can’t be woken up How to RESPOND to an Overdose (You can keep a person alive by following thse steps): Call 911 Try to wake person up (Rub the middle of their chest […]
