:: FINDING HELP
There are times when, in addition to prayer, we need practical
advice and information to help us handle important life situations.
We hope the following directory of links and information will
provide HELP.
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here are included because of the helpful and relevant information
they contain. Some are commercial sites that may promote purchases
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> Health Care
Cape Cod Healthcare
1 (877) CAPECOD is an information line during normal hours.
www.capecodhealth.org
The central source for treatment, care and information.
Cape Cod Hospital
27 Park Street • Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 771-1800
Falmouth Hospital
100 Ter Heun Drive • Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-5300
Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod, Inc.
255 Independence Drive • Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 957-7400
www.vnacapecod.org
Comprehensive home health services that enable individuals -
from newborns to the elderly - to receive care at home.
Cape Cod Free Clinic
40 Steeple St • Mashpee Commons, Mashpee
(508) 477-7090
Staffed by volunteer healthcare professionals who will provide
basic medical care only during clinic hours Monday through Friday.
Financial eligibility standards apply. Call for appointment.
A searchable database of Barnstable County health and human services
including emergency hotlines.
The Department of Mental Health Crisis Intervention Services
for Cape Cod and the Islands
1 (800) 322-1356
Hotline for mental health emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week.
Medicare
1 (800) 882-1228
www.medicare.gov
The official site: prescription drug plans, comparative plans,
appeals, resources & more.
> Organization & Association Assistance:
Shelter, Food, Relief, Basic Needs
Housing Assistance Corporation
460 West Main Street . Hyannis MA 02601
(508) 771-5400
www.haconcapecod.org
Regional nonprofit provides emergency shelter for families and
individuals experiencing homelessness. Also has first-time homebuyer,
rental assistance, rehabilitation and prevention programs.
Legal Services
(508) 775-7020 • 800-742-4107
www.lscci.org
LSCPI is a non-profit corporation which provides free civil legal
services to low-income and elderly residents of our community.
Modest Needs
www.modestneeds.org
Help to struggling persons with sudden financial needs
American Red Cross/Cape Cod Chapter
286 South Street • Hyannis, MA
(508) 775-1540
www.capearc@capecod.net
Salvation Army/Cape Cod
100 North St. • Hyannis, MA
(508) 775-0364
www.salvationarmy.org
Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency
(508) 697-3111
www.state.ma.us/mema
Valuable information including Family Emergency Communications
plan, Disaster Supply Kit, etc.
Cape and Islands United Way
749 Main Street • Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 775-4746
www.uwcapecod.org