Health And Safety

Serving both the cities of Cambridge and Somerville, the Home Energy Assistance Program assists low-income households with winter heating costs incurred between November 1 and April 30.

We offer diverse, high-quality programs promoting leadership and youth development through enrichment activities, unique experiences, and opportunities to develop relationships with adults and peers.

We develop policy and program recommendations aimed at improving the quality of life for children, youth and families in the City of Cambridge.

We advocate for a culture of respect and to monitor progress toward equality of all persons with regard to sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression through Cambridge policy and practice.

We are here to answer disability related questions, provide information & referrals, and give technical assistance to individuals and families, public agencies, and private organizations.

A unified system with a strong main library and six active branch libraries each tailored to the unique needs of its neighborhood.

We are a church providing services outside of Central, Harvard, and Porter Squares geared towards street outreach year-round, in all seasons and all weather.

DHSP strives to meet the needs of residents through our extensive services from newborns to senior citizens, from school aged children to homeless families, from non-profits to local employers.

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a vibrant, innovative health system dedicated to providing essential services to all members of the community.

The Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR) is a statewide service, research, policy and program development agency.

Cambridge Public Schools are built on a foundation of academic excellence and committed to promoting an environment of social justice.

Our mission is to eliminate racism and empower women through our programs that promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

We work with unhoused women, trans and nonbinary people who need a type of support that other programs may not be able to provide.

We are Cambridge's anti-poverty agency. We provide a variety of wrap-around services to help people with public benefits, health insurance, financial education, housing, and more.

Our free food pantry on Saturday mornings offers fresh produce, bread, and non-perishables.

We are a City department dedicated to ensuring women and girls equal economic, social, political, and educational opportunities throughout the city.

CHRC investigates complaints of discrimination that occur in Cambridge; in housing, employment, education, and public accommodations.

We offer a range of educational and recreational activities in a safe afterschool environment where all are welcome.

We support youth with special needs in afterschool and summer programs so that they can have a successful experience.

The Recreation Department provides quality, affordable and accessible recreational opportunities for residents of all ages in well-designed and maintained facilities.

We provide afterschool care for children in Cambridge.