Given the current political climate and the heightened risks faced by marginalized and vulnerable communities, we are committed to supporting those in need. Below is a list of valuable community resources available in Somerville and the surrounding areas. If you are looking for additional resources not listed here, please feel free to reach out, and we will do our best to connect you with the support you need.
Please note: The resources listed are provided for informational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure their accuracy, Breathe to the Beat Community CPR is not responsible for the services provided by these organizations. We encourage you to verify details directly with the respective resource.
Mental Health Crisis Resources
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MBHAccess)
Who it helps: Anyone in a mental health crisis
Phone: 1-800-640-4085 (24/7)
Website: MBHAccess.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Who it helps: Individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or mental health crises
Phone: 988 (24/7)
Website: 988lifeline.org
The Samaritans of Massachusetts
Who it helps: Individuals in emotional distress or suicidal crisis
Phone: 877-870-HOPE (4673) (24/7)
Text: Text "START" to 88788
Website: samaritanshope.org
Emergency Services Program (ESP) - Cambridge Health Alliance
Who it helps: Individuals in crisis (mental health or substance use)
Phone: 1-877-CHN-HELP (1-877-246-4357)
Website: challiance.org
Domestic Violence Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Who it helps: Individuals experiencing domestic violence
Phone: 1-800-799-7233 (1-800-799-SAFE) (24/7)
Text: Text "START" to 88788
Website: thehotline.org
SafeLink (Massachusetts Domestic Violence Hotline)
Who it helps: Victims of domestic violence in Massachusetts
Phone: 1-877-785-2020 (24/7)
Website: safehelpline.org
CASPAR (Cambridge and Somerville Program for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Inc.)
Who it helps: Survivors of domestic violence and individuals with substance use disorders
Phone: 617-864-8140
Website: caspar.org
Somerville Domestic Violence Ended (DVED)
Who it helps: Survivors of domestic violence in Somerville
Phone: 617-623-5900
Website: somedved.org
Substance Use Resources
National Helpline for Substance Use and Mental Health
Who it helps: Individuals dealing with substance use disorders
Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website: findtreatment.samhsa.gov
Cambridge Health Alliance Substance Use Treatment
Who it helps: Individuals with substance use disorders
Phone: 617-591-6060
Website: challiance.org
Somerville Office of Prevention and Outreach
Who it helps: Individuals dealing with substance use and the general community
Phone: 617-625-6600 x 2670
Website: somervillema.gov
Phoenix House
Who it helps: Individuals seeking treatment for substance use disorder
Phone: 1-800-DRUG-HELP (378-4435)
Website: phoenixhouse.org
Revolution Recovery (Boston Area)
Who it helps: Individuals struggling with substance use
Phone: 1-855-252-9199
Website: revolutionrecovery.org
Bay Cove Human Services - Opioid Treatment Program
Who it helps: Individuals struggling with opioid use disorder
Phone: 617-371-3000
Website: baycove.org
General Support & Community Resources
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES)
Who it helps: Older adults, individuals with disabilities
Services: Home care services, caregiver support, community programs.
Website: sces.org
The Somerville Homeless Coalition
Who it helps: Homeless individuals and families
Services: Emergency shelter, housing stabilization, and homelessness prevention.
Website: shcinc.org
Cambridge & Somerville Legal Services (CASLS)
Who it helps: Low-income individuals, especially facing housing insecurity, domestic violence, or immigration issues
Services: Free legal services, including eviction defense and immigration support.
Website: clsacc.org
The Welcome Project
Who it helps: Immigrant communities
Services: Civic engagement, language access, legal support, community organizing.
Website: welcomeproject.org
Somerville Community Corporation (SCC)
Who it helps: Low-income families, people of color, immigrant communities
Services: Affordable housing development, community organizing, advocacy.
Website: somervillecdc.org
Cambridge Health Alliance – Multicultural Health Center
Who it helps: Marginalized communities, immigrants, and refugees
Services: Health care, mental health services, substance use treatment, and outreach.
Website: challiance.org
Youth on Fire
Who it helps: Homeless and at-risk youth
Services: Emergency shelter, support services, and life skills training.
Website: youthonfire.org
Tufts Medical Center – Center for Community Health and Equity
Who it helps: Low-income populations and communities of color
Services: Health resources, community wellness programs, and access to care.
Website: tuftsmedicalcenter.org
MassHire Greater Boston Workforce Board
Who it helps: Job seekers, especially marginalized communities
Services: Job training, placement assistance, and career development.
Website: masshiregbwb.org
The Women’s Center
Who it helps: Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking
Services: Emergency shelter, legal advocacy, therapy, and support services.
Website: womenscenteronline.org
The Refugee and Immigrant Assistance Center (RIAC)
Who it helps: Refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers
Services: Legal assistance, case management, and cultural integration programs.
Website: riacboston.org
Somerville Office of Housing Stability
Who it helps: Renters, tenants facing displacement, and low-income households
Services: Tenant rights advocacy, rental assistance, eviction prevention.
Website: somervillema.gov/housing
Food For Free
Who it helps: Low-income families and individuals experiencing food insecurity
Services: Healthy food distribution, mobile food programs, and community partnerships.
Website: foodforfree.org
Somerville Public Library
Who it helps: Everyone, with a focus on underserved communities
Services: Free access to books, internet, language learning, and various community programs.
Website: somervillepubliclibrary.org
Health Resources in Action
Who it helps: People of color, low-income communities, and those with health disparities
Services: Public health programs, mental health support, and family-focused services.
Website: https://www.hriainc.org/
The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
Who it helps: Survivors of sexual violence
Services: 24/7 support, legal advocacy, therapy, and prevention programs.
Website: barcc.org
Boston's LGBTQ+ Youth & Family Support Network
Who it helps: LGBTQ+ youth and their families
Services: Community support groups, mental health services, and advocacy.
Website: smartsisters.org