Connecting People to Services

Despite Federal changes Massachusetts Residents age 18 and older are still required to have health insurance or face a state tax penalty. You may have heart the federal requirement to have health insurance – called the individual manadate – was repealed starting in 2019, but Massachusetts requirement to have coverage will still be in place. […]

Workshop: Money Matters

By FHS Staff on January 17, 2019 in Events

Housing Assistance Corporation is holding a FREE 2 day seminar on February 6 & 13 (Wednesdays, 9-11am) at 460 West Main Street in Hyannis. This is a 2-day seminar to help participants: Set financial goals; Identify ways to create an emergency fund and a spending plan; Educate how to get free credit reports; Guide best […]

Moving Through Grief

By FHS Staff on January 15, 2019 in Events

A six week support group for adults who have experienced loss and are trying to find their way. January 28, 2019 – March 4, 2019. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, group members will learn to: Decrease their emotional pain Understand their own grief process Identify what is normal grief Develop healthy coping skills Receive […]

Town of Falmouth’s Human Services Department announces Request for Interest for Fiscal Year 2020

By FHS Staff on January 10, 2019 in Events

The Town of Falmouth, through the Human Services Department, announces a Request for Interest for Fiscal Year 2020 from non-profit agencies and partnerships to deliver projects, programs and services that support vulnerable citizens and address unmet human service needs for the Town. The Town will award one contract totaling $9,500 in FY2020 (July 1, 2019-June […]

Board of Health Meeting Agenda, January 12th, 9am

By FHS Staff on January 8, 2019 in Events

The Falmouth Board of Health will have a meeting on January 12, 2019 at 9am in the Falmouth High School Audidtorium to discuss the “letter of support” provided to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health on behalf of the AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod for the premises at 178 East Falmouth Highway, East Falmouth, […]

Reoccurring Events

Construction Trade Training Program Information Sessions

By FHS Staff on January 8, 2019 in Reoccurring Events

Register now for Cape Cod Community College’s Information Session to learn how you can participate in this FREE (grant-funded) training program and start your career in the construction industry! A 60-hour internship with a local employer is included in the program. Choose between two education tracks: Track One: Construction Worker Basics Track Two: Office Administration […]

Raising an anxious child?

By FHS Staff on January 4, 2019 in Events, Reoccurring Events

Childhood Anxiety Series. Join Author and Parenting Expert Jeanine Fitzgerald, School Psychologist Dr. Gary Simpson, Director of Early Childhood Programs Laney Cooke-Johnson and fellow Cape Cod families for a 5-part series to discuss anxiety and explore strategies to manage your child’s anxiety. January 23rd, February 27th, March 27th, April 10th and May 1st, 6-7:30 pm […]

It’s Open Enrollment Time For Health Insurance! Apply and Enroll or Review and Change Your Current Plan

By FHS Staff on December 29, 2018 in Reoccurring Events

Open Enrolment for 2019 runs from November 1, 2018 to January 23, 2019. Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands Navigator will be available at Falmouth Human Services Office (65A Town Hall Square) on Wednesdays from 9-4 on January 16 & 30 by appointment only. Thinking about your health insurance for 2019? Are you […]

Substance Use Drop-in Night: First Tuesdays at Mashpee Public Library

By FHS Staff on October 30, 2018 in Reoccurring Events

Substance Use Drop-in Night providing substance use information, education and treatment resource options from local organizations is free and open to everyone! Join us the first Tuesday of each month in the Mashpee Public Library Event Room at 64 Steeple Street in Mashpee from 4pm to 7pm. Stop by! Light refreshments available. Sponsored by the […]

Falmouth Eats Together, 2018-2019

By FHS Staff on September 25, 2018 in Reoccurring Events

Share a FREE meal with your neighbors! All are welcome! Our vision is that community members of all backgrounds and economic circumstances will sit together as a community rooted in compassion to enjoy the “breaking of bread.” If you are interested in helping out by volunteering for this community meal please contact Sam Slarskey at […]

In the news

Barnstable County urges awareness of danger of e-cigarettes to youth

By FHS Staff on December 21, 2018 in Articles, Substance Abuse Related Articles

The Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment strongly urges the citizens of Barnstable County to be aware of the dangers of e-cigarette use by children and young people. A surge in vaping is giving rise to nicotine addiction in youth. The US Surgeon General has issued and advisory describing the use of e-cigarettes by […]

Take CCYP Survey! Learn about Special Benefits for Falmouth Residents and Businesses!

By FHS Staff on October 2, 2018 in Articles, Human Service Related Articles

About Cape Cod Young Professionals (CCYP) in Falmouth For the 2018-19 year, CCYP is a proud recipient of grant funding through the Town of Falmouth’s Human Services Fund. The “CCYP in Falmouth” project seeks to stem the out-migration of young workers from Falmouth by providing increased opportunities for connection, community engagement, and career advancement. Through […]

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: WellStrong

By FHS Staff on August 9, 2018 in Articles, Substance Abuse Related Articles

WellStrong’s mission is to create safe, supportive communities of people in recovery from substance use disorder through fitness and meditation. They strive to offer a source of strength, inspiration and hope for a fulfilling life in recovery by offering active and mindful activities among a group of peers, that are available to anyone committed to […]

Alzheimer’s Family Support Center: Created by caregivers for caregivers

By FHS Staff on June 5, 2018 in Articles

The Alzheimer’s Family Support Center of Cape Cod provides an array of free supportive services to families and individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases. Services include: Support Groups Ongoing Phone Support Individual and Family Meetings and Supportive Counseling Personalized Care Planning and Consultation Insurance Consultation Community Education and Information Memory Screenings Entry to […]

Bullying: It’s against the law!

By FHS Staff on May 22, 2018 in Articles, Human Service Related Articles

Barnstable County Human Rights Commission put together some information for parents and kids on what is bullying? How to recognize bullying? What you can do? And who can help? Bullying: It’s against the law! Warning signs of bullying As a parent, you know your child best. Be wary if your child: comes home with torn, […]

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Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month and are open to the public. All meetings are subject to MA Open Meeting Laws. Agendas and minutes are posted at the Town’s web site as well as below:

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