Town of Acton and Middlesex County Resources
Government Resources
Community Resources Office The Community Resources Coordinator provides comprehensive professional social services to town residents under the age of 60. Information and referral resources are provided in conjunction with local, state and federal programs.
Health Department The Acton Public Health Department is the facilitator for the Board of Health and the Town in safeguarding the public health of the people living and working in the Town of Acton. This is accomplished by protecting and enhancing the environment and public health through education and enforcement of environmental and public health regulations.
Long-Term Care Several town resources for elder services and long-term care.
Council on Aging The Acton Council on Aging is a Town of Acton Department which offers Town seniors (aged 60 and over) a variety of programs, services and events at the Senior Center. The staff works closely with the Friends of the COA, the COA Board, and with a wonderful group of volunteers to offer programs and provide services to all seniors in Town.
Veterans’ Services The Veterans’ Services Department helps veterans learn about, apply for, and in some cases, receive benefits. Staff are knowledgeable about an array of federal, state, and local benefits to which you may be entitled.
Tenant Resources Resources for general tenants, eviction, fair housing and residents over 60.
Transportation Services Acton’s public transportation services are managed by Cross-Town Connect, a multi-town transportation collaborative. You can call CrossTown Connect dispatch at 978-844-6809 weekdays any time between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM
Town of Acton Collector/Treasurer
Economic Assistance
Acton-Boxborough Community Resources The A-B Resource Center is a project of A-B Schools, powered by Acton-Boxborough United Way. Explore community resources for Acton and Boxborough, including food pantries, rental assistance, volunteer opportunities, local activities, and more.
Food Assistance
Food Pantry & Food Resource Information Information on several food pantries and other food insecurity resources in Acton and the surrounding area.
Mt Calvary Community Supper Mt Calvary Community Supper is served every Wednesday at 472 Massachusetts Avenue, Acton.
Acton Food Pantry Acton Food Pantry is committed to alleviating food insecurity in our area by partnering with the community to provide access to food with care, dignity, and respect.
Cultural Resources
The Acton Chinese American Civic Society (ACACS) is a registered 501c (3) nonprofit organization. Established in 2016, ACACS promotes civic engagement and cultural enrichment to strengthen the Acton community. ACACS membership is open to all who share our vision and are willing to contribute to our mission. ACACS has been qualified as a certifying organization to track volunteer hours and distribute the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Utilities
Green Acton Green Acton works to protect and enhance Acton’s natural environment and resources for present and future generations, and to help resolve the urgent environmental issues that transcend Acton’s boundaries.
Fuel assistance programs are available through the SMOC in Framingham and the Good Neighbor Fuel Fund. To inquire about eligibility for either of these programs or to schedule an appointment please contact the Community Resources office at (978) 929-6651 or email lducharme@actonma.gov.
Health Resources
findhelp Free or reduced cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.
Mass211 Non-emergency resources and referrals on a variety of topics
Mental Wellbeing List of resources and hotlines compiled by Acton-Boxborough Community Resources.
Community Behavioral Health Centers If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, you need care that’s near you, for you — right now. Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs) offer immediate help 24/7 in communities across Massachusetts. Includes information on mobile crisis teams and the Behavioral Health Help Line.
South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) works to improve equity, wellness and quality of life for diverse individuals and families by providing advocacy, education, and a wide range of services.
Advocates Emergency Service: 800-640-5432