Pick up a Thanksgiving treat for yourself or a friend!

Tuesday, November 24, 10:00-11:00

We miss seeing you! Stop by the COA between 10:00-11:00 on November 24 to pick up a sweet fall treat to celebrate Thanksgiving. We will be handing out delicious single-serving bundt cakes and local apple cider outside the COA.

Do you know someone who deserves a treat but is stuck at home? Pick one up for them and deliver it as a special surprise. All items will be individually packaged. Masks required during pick up. We can’t wait to see you! Free.

Last Change to Order a Craft Kit!

As November winds down, it's the last chance to order a craft kit. Looking for something to do as the colder weather kicks in? Searching for a gift idea? Try your hand at embroidery and order a beginner embroidery kit from the COA. Kits include three embroidery cloths with three different patterns, plastic hoops for each, 6 embroidery needles and instructions! Cost: $15. Contact the COA to order your kit. Kits will be ready for pick up within 1 week.

The December Newsletter is Here!

If the December newsletter has not already reached your mailbox, it's on it's way!

We encourage your to check out our newsletter online for a sneak peek and a digital version.

Suits and Smiles
Mens Interview & Work Attire

Drop off at COA begins Monday, November 30 and ends Friday, December 11

Suits & Smiles is a program designed to provide interview and work attire for men in need in the greater Boston, Framingham and Worcester areas. Their goal is to empower low income men to attain the jobs they need to improve their lives and become financially independent. Donations of new and like-new business attire for men are appreciated. This includes: suits, dress shirts, dress pants, blazers, ties, new dress socks and professional shoes. Clothing must be new or not more than 3 years old, on hangers, recently cleaned and in immediately wearable condition. Please be sure that all items are without stains, pet hair, holes, odors or bugs.

Get Help Paying Heating Costs

With the approaching heating season, federal fuel assistance is available through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to assist those who qualify with the partial payment of heating costs. The program pays benefits of fixed amounts to the primary heat source vendor (gas, oil, electric), based on household size and income. The COA has applications and is able to explain the process, and help with completing and submitting the applications. The program season and coverage of benefit payment runs November 1, 2020 to April 30, 2021. Contact Joyce McSweeney at the COA for more information and to get an application. You may also contact South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) directly at 508-620-2342.