Frequently Asked Questions
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Human Services
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Human Services
The department is dedicated to addressing areas of concern to the individual, family and community. Emphasis areas include: housing needs, substance abuse, homelessness, teen pregnancy, literacy, unemployment, evictions, emergency food or clothing, disability issue, child care needs, spousal abuse, adolescent issues, family crisis and welfare issues.
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Human Services
Yes. The Department of Human Services maintains a cooperative partnership with a number of community groups, including:
- Marlborough School Department
- UMASS/Marlborough Hospital
- Religious Leaders
- State Governmental Agencies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Boys and Girls Club of MetroWest
- Marlborough Council on Aging
- Marlborough Commission on Disabilities
- Police and Fire Departments
- Marlborough Board of Health
- Veteran's Organizations
- Marlborough Community Services
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Human Services
The resources available through the Department of Human Services include information and referrals, community awareness, advocacy, program development, crisis intervention and fund raising.