Mass Vets Advisor

Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to children (MSPCC) is a private, non-profit society dedicated to leadership in protecting & promoting the rights & well-being of children & families. MSPCC’s work focuses on preventing or mitigating the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) including physical, sexual, & emotional abuse, neglect, substance abuse, household mental illness, & domestic violence. To learn more about MSPCC's work & to get involved visit the link above.

The Helpline is the only statewide, public resource for finding substance use treatment, recovery, & problem gambling services. Helpline services are free and confidential with caring, trained specialists to help you understand the treatment system & your options 24/7. To learn more visit the link above or: Call: (800) 327-5050

The Massachusetts Veterans' Service Officers Association (MVSOA) is an organization consisting of the Commonwealth's Veteran Services Officers (VSO) that is committed to assisting veterans & their dependents in need. To learn more about the MVSOA & how to become a member visit the link above. To find your local VSO please visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/find-a-veterans-service-officer-near-you

The MassMen Project promotes wellness & empowers working-aged men across MA to take action to feel better emotionally, physically, & spiritually. The program is funded by the DPH Suicide Prevention Program & brought to you by the Riverside Trauma Center. MassMen also frequently partners with the DVS SAVE team, focusing on positive mental health & suicide prevention for our veterans. To learn more please visit the link above.

This resource provides a one-stop resource for learning more about Mesothelioma & finding treatment options that work for you. To download a free Mesothelioma guide, learn more, get diagnosed, or find treatment options please visit the link above. You can also: Call: 1-877-637-6843

The Mesothelioma Prognosis Network helps mesothelioma patients & their families find hope through free resources. Visit the link above to get access to free resources, learn more, & find treatment options that work for you. You can also: Call: 1-844-798-0379

MetroWest Veteran Services proudly serves veterans & their family living in Medway, Hopkinton, Holliston, & Ashland, providing info & assisting in a variety of areas such as: - VA Benefits/Claims - Financial Assistance - Military Records - Housing - Education - Career Assistance - & more. For more info on provided services please visit the link above. To make an appointment you can: Call: (508) 429-0629 Email: info@metrowestveteranservices.com

Military Friends Foundation (MFF) works to support the vital needs of our Massachusetts military community through our Military Friends Foundation Basic Needs Program. Assistance through the program may include: - Food & baby formula - Clothing - Shelter (payments to vendors & home repairs) - Medical - Financial To learn more about the program & apply today please visit the link above. You can also: Call: 1-84-HELP-VETS

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Philips, the Department of Veterans Affairs, & the Wounded Warrior Project have partnered to document the journey of military & veteran caregivers. The Caregiver Journey Map is an ongoing effort to document the military caregiver journey& its impact on caregiver's physical, psychological, financial, & social wellbeing. To learn more about this important project & download a copy of this digital map please visit the link above.

The Military & Veteran Caregiver Network (MVCN) from the American Red Cross is a place to find community-based resources, national support organizations, as well as nationwide programs & services. Categories for support include food, housing, goods, transit, health, money, care, education, work, & legal, with search filters for veterans, service members, & caregivers. For general info on the MVCN please email: info.mvcn@redcross.org