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Purple Flags on County Campus Honor 86 Community Members Who Died of Overdose in 2022

The theme of 2023 International Overdose Awareness Day is “Recognizing Those Who Go Unseen”. It is a powerful feeling to be recognized, acknowledged, and heard—a feeling that many of us […]

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Cape Cod Family Resource Center is offering free backpack supplies August 24th – 26th

The Cape Cod Family Resource Center located at 29 Basset Lane in Hyannis is offering free backpacks and supplies! To register, please call (508) 815-5100. Pickup dates and times are […]

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The Department of Human Services is Seeking Testimonials to Raise Awareness for International Overdose Awareness Month in August

In preparation for International Overdose Awareness Month which takes place in August and culminates on August 31st with a candlelight vigil, stories of and tributes to loved ones lost, and […]

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June 15th is Elder Abuse Awareness Day

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), elder abuse is defined as a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an […]

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Online Trainings Educate Parents and Caregivers about the Dangers of Vaping

The Barnstable County Department of Human Services is sponsoring a virtual event for parents and caregivers! Learn all about vaping including: Dates Thursday June 8th at 6:30 PM Wednesday, June […]

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Barnstable County Department of Human Services Sponsors Free Training Sessions about the Health Impacts of Vaping

These online trainings will focus on the impact nicotine vaping products have on individuals with a history of substance use and mental health disorders. This population uses tobacco products at […]

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held at LeClair Village in Mashpee

On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, local officials including Mike Jackman (District Director for U.S. Rep. Bill Keating), State Reps. Kipp Diggs and Steven Xiarhos, and Alisa Manotta (CEO of the […]

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Local Officials Celebrate New Affordable Housing in Brewster

On Monday, May 9th, Local officials, partners and residents celebrated the completion of 30 affordable rental units this morning at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Brewster Woods development at […]

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Upcoming Panel Discussion at Cape Cod Community College will explain how families are supported during the criminal investigation process when a report of child sexual abuse is filed

A panel discussion, entitled Demystifying the Criminal Investigation Process: From Court to Support, will be held at Cape Cod Community college on April 26, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 […]

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