Welcome to Social Services! 

The divisions of Social Services and Youth Services provide case management, outreach, information, and referrals to Newton residents ages 14-59. To connect with a social worker, please call 617-796-1420 or email health@newtonma.gov.

The Newton Senior Center provides support to residents 60 years and older.  

 

*Resource Highlight*

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Newton Go-Go: Eligible residents can sign-up for Newton's NEW transportation program at an affordable rate. Click HERE for more information.

MBTA's Income-Eligible Reduced Fare Program: 

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Resources & Information

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 Childcare

Childcare & Parenting

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Community Needs Assessment

 DV

Domestic & Sexual Violence

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Employment & Financial Resources

Events

Monthly Events & Observances

 

Food

Food Access

Utilities

Fuel & Utility Assistance

Healthcare

Healthcare

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Hoarding

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 Homeless & Unhoused

Housing

Housing

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Immigration & Language Services

Mental Health IMAGE

Mental Health

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Newton Coalition for Community Wellness

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Public Assistance Programs

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Rent & Mortgage Assistance

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           Seniors            Ages 60+

Substance Use 

Substance Use

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Suicide Prevention

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Youth Services Ages 14-25 

Contact

Health & Human Services Department
617-796-1420

Jenna Bancroft, LICSW, (she/her/hers)
Director of Social Services
jbancroft@newtonma.gov

Patricia Panedigrano (she/her/hers)
Bilingual Social Services Assistant *se habla español*
ppanedigrano@newtonma.gov

Meri Haas (she/her/hers)
Assistant Director of Youth and Young Adult Services
mhaas@newtonma.gov