We have compiled a list of helpful state, local and non-profit resources available to the residents of our communities.
Please e-mail us to suggest other helpful resources.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to call our office at 617-722-2060.
| Town of Winchester | 781-721-7133 | Town information and resources for Winchester residents. |
| Town of Winchester Calendar | Calendar of upcoming meetings and events | |
| Winchester Community Profile | Winchester community profile, includes local aid and budget information. | |
| Winchester Cultural Council | Provides information about cultural events in Winchester. | |
| Town of Stoneham | 781-279-2600 | Town information and resources for Stoneham residents. |
| Stoneham Town Budget | Review Stoneham’s budget and fiscal outlook. | |
| Stoneham Town Calendar | Calendar of upcoming meetings and events | |
| Stoneham Community Profile | Stoneham community profile, includes local aid and budget information. | |
| Community Service Network | Community Service Network is a grass-roots, non-profit agency dedicated to acting as a bridge from individual and family crises to the appropriate service or solution in the ten communities it serves. |
Education
| Winchester School Department | Provides information and updates on Winchester school system. |
| Stoneham School Department | Provides information and updates on Stoneham school system. |
| Massachusetts Department of Education | Provides information and updates on all Massachusetts school systems. |
| Mass. School Building Authority | Look for your school building project to check the status as well as the procedures the state uses to evaluate school building projects. |
Family and Youth Support Services
| North Suburban Family Network | 781-662-2722 | Provides services and support to families with young children. nsfamilynet@hallmarkhealth.org |
| Parents Helping Parents | 800-632-8188 | 24/7 Parental Stress Line – provides support, encouragement and information for parents. |
| Boys and Girls Club of Stoneham | 781-438-6770 | Open to children from all communities who are between the ages of eight and eighteen. After-school and Summer programs available |
| Department of Education Child Nutrition Programs | Provides information about meal service in schools, day care centers, family day care homes, residential child care institutions, and summer feeding programs. | |
| Winchester Coalition for a Safer Community | Assistance for families, youths and adults with substance abuse problems or have family members or friends who suffer from these addictions |
Housing
| Homeownership Preservation Foundation | 888-995-HOPE (4673) | Independent nonprofit that provides HUD-approved counselors to help homeowners avoid foreclosure. |
| Massachusetts Housing Consumer Education Centers | 800-224-5124 | One-stop shopping for housing information and referals for landlords, tenants, homebuyers, and homeowners. |
| Metropolitan Boston Housing Partnership | 617-425-6700 | Extensive information about housing issues and affordability. |
| Home Modifications Loan Program | Provides no- and low-interest loans to modify the homes of adults and children with disabilities, and elders. | |
| Mediation for Results | 617-494-0444 | Provides answers and mediation services for tenants and landlords in housing disputes |
| Department of Housing and Community Development | Contact DHCD | Provides information on affordable housing opportunities, economic vitality of communities and sound municipal management. For information on receiving state fuel assistance and weatherization services call the Cold Relief Hotline at 1-800-632-8175. |
Legal Aid
| Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Program | 617-654-0400 | Public service program that directs callers to the most appropriate resources, including private attorneys, the state attorney general’s office, a legal service agency, or the MBA’s Dial-A-Lawyer program. |
| Harvard Legal Aid | 617-495-4408 | A walk-in clinic that deals with family issues, housing, welfare, employment, SSI, Social Security, and bankruptcy. |
| Greater Boston Legal Services | 800-323-3205 | Provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. Offers legal advice and full case representation, depending on client need. GBLS serves families whose yearly income does not exceed 125% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines ($26,500 for a family of four). |
Elder Services
| Mystic Valley Elder Services | 781-324-7705 | Provides information and support services for Seniors. Service area includes Stoneham. |
| Minuteman Elder Services | 781-272-7177 | Provides information and support services for seniors. Service area includes Winchester. elderinfo @ minutemansenior.org |
| Winchester Council on Aging – Jenks Center | 781-721-7136 | Provides programs and information for Winchester Seniors. |
| Stoneham Council on Aging | 781-438-1157 | Provides programs and information for Stoneham Seniors. |
Jobs and Economic Development
| The Career Place | 781-932-5500 | Provides job search, unemployment insurance, and other career services. |
| Crittenton Women’s Union | 617-259-2900 | Provides tools for women to find new jobs and tips on how to be self-sufficient. info@liveworkthrive.org |
| Barnraising | Assists individuals in search of a job and businesses with additional resources. | |
| Find a Job – Mass.Gov | Links to state jobs, private sector work and youth employment opportunities such as internships. | |
| Federal Reserve Bank of Boston | Provides information about economy and economic development. | |
| Recovery.gov | Provides information about the Federal Stimulus, how federal money is spent, and provides data for citizens to evaluate economic progress and provide feedback. |
Veterans Services
| Stoneham Veterans Agent | 781-438-1157 | Assistance for Stoneham Veterans. Available walk-in times on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. |
| Winchester Veterans Agent | 781-721-7118 | Assistance for Winchester veterans. |
| Massachusetts Veterans Services | Information and resources for veterans and their families in areas including housing, education, employment, counseling, and awards and honors. |
Healthcare and Public Health
| Stoneham Board of Health | 781.279.2621 | Information on annual flu shots, vaccines, and other public health services. |
| Winchester Board of Health | 781-721-7121 | Information on annual flu shots, vaccines, and other public health services. |
| Health Care for All | 800-272-4232 | Information on health insurance options and other healthcare issues. Health Care For All’s Helpline is a free resource to answer your questions about healthcare in Massachusetts. Can help answer questions on co-payments, health insurance rules, whether you’re eligible for Commonwealth Care or other programs, and more. |
| AARP “doughnut hole” calculator | Enables seniors to predict whether they will be affected by the Medicare Part D “doughnut hole,” and to find alternate medications at a lower cost to discuss with their health care providers. |
General Social Services
| Project Bread | 800-645-8333 | Referals to food pantries, information about food stamps, nutrition counseling, and other resources. |
| Energy Bucks | 866-537-2678 | Assistance with home energy costs including: fuel assistance, utility discount rates and energy efficiency services, including home weatherization. |
| Riverside Community Care | 781-246-2010 | Broad array of services for individuals with mental health issues, substance abuse problems, developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. wakefield.outpatient@riversidecc.org |
| NSTAR’s discount rate for electricity | 1-800-566-2080 | Discounted rate for electricity for qualifying households. |
| LifeLine | 800-870-9999 | Discounted rate for telephone service for qualifying households. |
| MassEnergy | Energy-savings information and programs for consumers. |
Other State Resources
| Massachusetts Official Website | |
| Massachusetts Open Checkbook | Budget Transparency – Find about about how your tax dollars are spent |
| Where Do I Vote MA? | To find out where you vote, who your elected officials are, how to register to vote and receive an absentee ballot. |
| Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles Reminder Service | Reminder service for drivers license renewals. |
| Massachusetts Resources | Provides useful information about a wide range of assistance programs for people in need living in Massachusetts. It provides information on what benefits are available, how to apply, eligibility requirements, benefit amounts, and answers to commonly asked questions. |
| Massachusetts Department of Revenue | Online Services include: web-file your tax return, business services, income tax services, check refund status, e-filing information. |
| Massachusetts Budget Process | An overview of the state budget process from start to finish. |
| League of Women Voters | A short explanation of how a bill becomes a law |
| General Laws of Massachusetts | Search the Commonwealth’s General Laws |
| Search bills filed in the House | Search legislation proposed in the State House of Representatives, including bill history. Bills can be downloaded in HTML or PDF formats. |
| Search bills filed in the Senate | Search legislation proposed in the State Senate, including bill history. Bills can be downloaded in HTML or PDF formats. |
| MA Election Results | To find out results of all elections in Massachusetts. |
| Mass. Lobbyist Search | This is the State Lobbyist search to ensure transparency in government. Answers common questions about lobbyists and stores a database of registered lobbyists. |
| Secretary of State Corporations Division | Corporations Division of the Secretary of State for business related issues. |
| State Ethics Commission | State Ethics Commission, established to foster integrity in government and promote public trust. |
Environment
| Sustainable Winchester | Winchester’s local nonprofit organization founded for the purpose of educating and raising awareness about sustainability. |
| Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | The state agency responsible for clean air, soil, and water. |
| United States Environmental Protection Agency | The federal agency whose mission is to protect human health and to safeguard the natural environment — air, water and land — upon which life depends. |