local resources
Framingham Public library - conversation classes
Mission: Offers Free Conversation Classes for Adults at both Framingham Public Library (Main Branch) and Morse Institute Library (Natick). The classes are leveled (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced) - we will help you choose the appropriate level. The classes are free and open to all. Each class is taught by a volunteer leader - you can try as many classes as you like!
learning english in metrowest- directory
Mission: Provides the latest information on classes, conversation groups, and tutors in MetroWest, and a few places to search for English classes anywhere in Massachusetts (ordered by city/town).
Llamanos y hablemos - hOTLINE FOR sPANISH sPEAKING sURVIVORS
Mission: "LLAMANOS" is a 24-hour statewide hotline for Spanish-speaking people, women or men, who have been raped or sexually assaulted and seek support and/or counseling. It's available to their family members or friends who may be affected, and is free and confidential. There is always someone available to provide counseling over the phone in times of crisis, and to refer people to their nearest rape crisis center for more comprehensive services.
Hotline: 1-800-223-5001
Hotline: 1-800-223-5001
metrowest adult learning programs
Mission: Offers free classes for adult learners throughout the Metrowest Region of Massachusetts.
Contact: Mass Adult Literacy Hotline at 1-800-447-8844
Contact: Mass Adult Literacy Hotline at 1-800-447-8844
national resources
aclu - know your rights as an immigrant
Mission: Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them.
LIFELINE - national suicide prevention
Mission: We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Contact: 1-800-273-8255 (English)
1-888-628-9454 (Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio)
1-800-799-4889 (Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing)
Click here to live chat with the Lifeline.
Contact: 1-800-273-8255 (English)
1-888-628-9454 (Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio)
1-800-799-4889 (Options For Deaf + Hard of Hearing)
Click here to live chat with the Lifeline.
national center on elder abuse
Mission: The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) serves as a national resource center dedicated to the prevention of elder mistreatment. First established by the U.S. Administration on Aging (AoA) in 1988 as a national elder abuse resource center, the NCEA was granted a permanent home at AoA in the 1992 amendments made to Title II of the Older Americans Act.
Contact: 1-855-500-3537 (ELDR) | [email protected]
Contact: 1-855-500-3537 (ELDR) | [email protected]
a national resource center on tech abuse
Mission: eTAG (End Tech Abuse across Generations), a project of Break the Cycle and California Coalition Against Sexual Assault, addresses the use/misuse of technology in sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking (including cyber stalking) cases. Resources (including a safety planning tool, digital evidence collection and safekeeping guide, and information on non-consensual sharing of intimate images) are available here.
Contact: [email protected] and [email protected]
Contact: [email protected] and [email protected]
nnedv tech safety app
Mission: This app contains information that can help someone identify technology-facilitated harassment, stalking or abuse, and includes tips on what to do. Although geared toward someone who’s experiencing technology harassment, this app also covers safety and privacy tips that will help anyone use their technology more privately and securely.
