Selected Websites
Arts & Entertainment
Explore unreleased interviews filmed for past American Masters documentaries: 1000+ records and counting from more than 40 episodes in the series' history. Browse now for rare interviews with musicians, filmmakers, artists, historians, writers, comedians, journalists and more.
Reference website for contemporary and historical statistics from all major American professional sports.
Books & Reading
The KDL (Kent District Library) What's Next®: Books in Series database helps you search series fiction. A series is two or more books linked by character(s), settings, or other common traits. Designed for both youth and adult titles, and searchable by author name, series, book title, or genre!
Patrons of the Perkins Library have access to a world of resources - from braille and audio books to accessible magazines and museum passes. Readers with visual impairment, blindness or physical disability are able to read independently in a format most comfortable to them.
Business
A grassroots watchdog network connecting the dots between the world's most powerful people and organizations.
The MSBDC provides free and confidential business advice to existing and prospective small business people. Areas of assistance include, but are not limited to: business plan development, preventure feasibility, cash flow analysis, personnel and organizational issues, conventional and non-conventional financing, and marketing. They also offer training seminars on a variety of topics, including starting a business, financial planning, government procurement, marketing and international trade assistance.
SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, with more than 10,000 volunteers in 300 chapters.
Inc. Magazine's annual list of the top 5000 fastest growing private companies in America.
The SEC protects investors in the $3.8 trillion municipal securities markets that cities and towns rely on to provide neighborhood schools, local libraries and hospitals, public parks, safe drinking water and so much more.
Learn about starting and managing a small business, search for loan and grant opportunities, find information about contracting, and more.
View detailed information about what to consider when conducting business in different countries.
Learn the steps to start a small business, get financing help from the government, and more.
Career & Employment
Alison offers a wide range of certificates that can help boost one's resume. The site is very easy to navigate and has a course overview which states the expected length of time it would take to complete it. Offered courses: Health, Science, Lifestyle, Humanities, Marketing, Business, Language, Math, and IT. Registration is required.
Find helpful resources for career research, job searches, resumes, cover letters, and interviews.
An innovative service that features expert resume assistance, live interview preparation, career coaching, career resources and more.
Explore different types of careers, find job training, and search for your next job. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
This site offers both free and paid courses from colleges and companies. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. You can even apply for financial aid if you choose to. Every course you look at shows the stats for each person who completed it and how it benefited them. A lot of the courses have sign-up dates due to a time structured lesson plan. Registration is required.
These learning modules are designed to teach essential vocabulary skills related to computers, Microsoft Word, the Internet, and email. Created by the Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) service corps members in Saint Paul, MN. CTEP's goal is to help adult learners become full digital citizens so that they can fully participate in economic and daily life in the US.
Emergency Management certifications.
Now more than ever, Americans need digital skills to land the jobs they want, advance their careers, and grow their businesses. Grow with Google aims to help by providing free training, tools and expertise. Visit their website for tutorials and flexible programs geared toward job seekers, students, small business owners, veterans and military famiies, educators, developers, and startups.
From quick, practical courses to comprehensive certifications, learn everything you need to know about the most sought-after business skills.
Indeed is the #1 job site in the world, striving to put job seekers first, and giving them free access to search for jobs, post resumes, and research companies. It searches a wide variety of sources: job sites, newspapers, associations and company career pages for the keyword (or keywords) you enter in its search field, and can narrow results by distance from your selected location. You can also narrow results by salary, job type, company, and/or experience level. Once you have found a combination of search terms you like, you can tell Indeed to email you a report so you can be the first to know about the newest job postings.
This site has an extremely clean user interface and it is easy to use. It offers not only collegiate courses, but also help for those as young as first grade. It has easy to follow videos as well as mastery check-ups to make sure you’re understanding the concepts as you learn them. Courses include math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. Registration is required.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is a leading online learning company that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Through individual, corporate, academic and government subscriptions, members have access to the Lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. For an introduction and tutorial about LinkedIn Learning, visit our Tutorials page.
Resources for job seekers and employers from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development (EOLWD).
For job seekers and employers, and funded by your state and federal tax dollars. Whether you are looking for a job, making a career change, increasing your earning potential, or seeking a top quality job applicant, MassHire Greater Brockton Career Center has the resources you need to be successful. Services offered for job seekers include: A state of the art Resource Room with technology and experienced professionals to help you apply for jobs on-line, post your resume, and much more; a wide variety of free workshops to help you sharpen your skills (including resume and cover letter writing); opportunities for free training; priority service for veterans, including a dedicated counselor for disabled veterans; on-site unemployment insurance counselors and resources to work on Unemployment Online applications and issues. You do not need to be unemployed to take advantage of their resources!
This site is a little difficult to navigate, but once you get a hang of it you can tell it has a lot to offer. MIT takes courses they offered and puts all the videos, readings, homework, and projects for the class online so you can move at your own pace. Offered Courses: Business, Energy, Engineering, Fine Arts, Health, Medicine, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Society, and Teaching/Education.
This is the one stop place for all online courses. They have a growing catalog of classes you can sign up for from a wide variety of universities and institutions. If you want to enroll in a free version of a MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses), you have to select the Full Course, No Certificate option. Offered Courses: Architecture, Art/Culture, Biology/Life Science, Business/Management, Chemistry, Communications, Computer Science, Data Analytics/Statistics, Design, Economics/Finance, Education/Teaching, Electronics, Energy/Earth Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Ethics, Food/Nutrition, Health/Safety, History, Humanities, Language, Law, Literature, Math, Medicine, Music, Philanthropy, Philosophy/Ethics, Physics, Science, Social Sciences.
From the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The OOH can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.
Need to brush up on your typing skills and/or speed? Visit this website for tests, practice, and games.
Children
These booklists highlight diverse voices including racial diversity and sexuality.
Common Sense Media is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. It helps families make smart media choices using the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for movies, games, apps, TV shows, websites, books, and music. Their Parent Concerns and Parent Blog help families understand and navigate the problems and possibilities of raising children in the digital age.
The Diverse BookFinder is a collection of thousands of children's picture books featuring Black and Indigenous people and People of Color (BIPOC), published and distributed in the U.S. since 2002. They offer a searchable database and a source of real-time data about who is in the books and how they are depicted.
For families of children with special health needs, chronic illness, or disability. This resource offers a directory of Early Intervention programs, as well as information on services and community resources. It also provides emotional support through a parent-to-parent matching program. Family TIES is a project of the Federation for Children with Special Needs, funded by and in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition, Division for Children and Youth with Special Health Needs.
The Multnomah County Library Homework Center organizes thousands of carefully reviewed K-12 education and homework resources for students, teachers, media specialists, and librarians.
The goal of the International Children's Digital Library (ICDL) Foundation is to build a collection of books that represents outstanding historical and contemporary books from throughout the world. Ultimately, the Foundation aspires to have every culture and language represented so that every child can know and appreciate the riches of children's literature from the world community.
KidLit TV is a winner of the Parents’ Choice Gold Award and has been selected as an American Association of School Librarians Best Digital Tool for Teaching and Learning. KLTV is available in over 700,000 schools worldwide via their website and video distribution partners. This diverse group of parents, educators, librarians, kid lit creators, and award-winning filmmakers works together to create fun new ways to reinforce an appreciation of reading that children will carry with them for the rest of their lives.
The purpose of kids-in-mind.com is to provide parents and other adults with objective and complete information about a film's content so that they can decide, based on their own value system, whether they should watch a movie with or without their kids.
The Juvenile Series and Sequels database contains over 36,000 books in 4,900 series titles that are classified into three audiences: juvenile easy (birth through second grade readers), juvenile (second through sixth grade readers), and young adult (sixth through twelfth grade readers).
Created by the Association for Library Service for Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association. The Notable Children’s Digital Media list includes real-time, dynamic, and interactive media content for children 14 years of age and younger that enables and encourages active engagement and social interaction while informing, educating, and entertaining in exemplary ways.
A comprehensive resource addressing many aspects of bullying. Includes a "Get Help Now" button to provide quick assistance to victims.
Community Information
CLAVC-funded legal aid programs offer a wide variety of civil legal services to victims of crime. Services can include housing, public benefits, family law, immigration, consumer law, health law, disability law, education, employment issues, elder law, veterans rights and much more. Contact the program directly by calling or applying for help online.
Hopefully you never experience what is now commonly called “food insecurity.” But there are many unforeseen reasons why it can happen, and – with no judgement – your neighbors at the Easton Food Pantry are there to help. There are absolutely no financial requirements to obtain food from the Pantry. You simply must be an Easton resident and show proof with a recent bill (utility, etc.) that has both your full name and address. Call in advance to register at 781-333-6284.
Every Monday from 11:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. (weather permitting; call ahead if in doubt), the Pantry distributes food at the rear of the Fellowship Church, 604 Foundry Street, South Easton. The Pantry operates as a “drive-thru”, so remain in your car and make certain your trunk is clear. You will receive a pre-packed bag of groceries containing cereal, pasta, sauce, vegetables, fruit, tuna and soup. Seasonally, the Pantry partners with local farms to provide fresh produce, and, in conjunction with the Greater Boston Food Bank, the Pantry is able to distribute quality meat, poultry, fish and dairy.
The Pantry is closed on/after major holidays. Call ahead to verify.
If you would like to donate NON-PERISHABLE (and non-expired) food or supplies, please use the bins located at Roche Bros or Shaw's.
Monetary donations and local market gift certificates are always greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to:
Easton Food Pantry
P.O. Box 1481
Easton, MA 02334-1481
If you wish to volunteer or schedule a food drive, please call the Pantry line at 781-333-6284, or leave a message on their contact page. For additional details, visit https://eastonfoodpantry.org/ or the Food Pantry Facebook page.
Thank you for your support!
For families of children with special health needs, chronic illness, or disability. This resource offers a directory of Early Intervention programs, as well as information on services and community resources. It also provides emotional support through a parent-to-parent matching program. Family TIES is a project of the Federation for Children with Special Needs, funded by and in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition, Division for Children and Youth with Special Health Needs.
H.U.G.S. II Domestic Violence Hotline: (508) 272-1512. H.U.G.S. II is a multifaceted, non-profit organization that educates communities about domestic violence, while assisting victims and their families. H.U.G.S. helps victims of domestic violence leave abusive environments and gives them the means to survive outside the relationship.
Dial 2-1-1 or call toll-free: 1-877-211-MASS (6277). You may also visit their website for services. Programs that are included support basic needs such as food security, housing, child care, transportation as well as resources for mental and emotional health. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, free and confidential.
MARE finds "a permanent place to call home" for children in foster care, including sibling groups and children who are traditionally harder to place. They do this by recruiting and supporting families throughout the adoption process, while targeting recruitment efforts to find families for specific children. So far, MARE has helped over 6,300 children join their "forever families."
Moms Offering Moms Support (MOMS) Club of Easton, MA is a chapter of the International MOMS Club which is a non-profit organization designed to connect and support mothers within the community. The MOMS Club has a variety of scheduled group activities for moms, kids and families like mom's night out, organized play dates, book club, dinner nights and much more! They also work together on a variety of fundraising and service projects that benefits our community's needs.
The NRT of Easton offers many different ways to enjoy the wonders of the natural world. From educational classes to events and outdoor adventures, there is something for everyone at NRT.
Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help low-income families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building on opportunities in their communities. They provide a range of services for families and households across Southeastern Massachusetts, including fuel assistance; energy conservation and lead paint abatement programs; tax preparation assistance; Head Start, Parent-Child Plus, and Coordinated Family & Community engagement programs; as well as emergency services.
The Easton Board of Selectmen has compiled this summary of Town and local programs available for residents in need of financial assistance. An individual, family, or household may qualify for multiple programs. Additionally, there is information on state or regional organizations that provide financial assistance, along with cost saving opportunites that are non-income based.
Homeless information for Massachusetts, including help hotlines, shelters, and other Massachusetts resources for homeless persons.
Computers
American Graphics Institute’s digital book collection provides access to books, video tutorials, and lesson files for self-paced learning of many popular design technology topics ranging from Adobe software applications, digital video editing tools, web design and coding skills, and office applications. The collection also includes training videos created by the authors as well as lesson files. More than one million of these books are in print, and Ames Free Library patrons can access current and past digital versions of these book titles while on the library's network. Access is limited to Ames Library patrons on the library’s network.
These learning modules are designed to teach essential vocabulary skills related to computers, Microsoft Word, the Internet, and email. Created by the Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) service corps members in Saint Paul, MN. CTEP's goal is to help adult learners become full digital citizens so that they can fully participate in economic and daily life in the US.
If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, DigitalLearn Computer Tutorials has the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed.
For more than a decade, the GCFLearnFree.org program has helped millions around the world learn the essential skills they need to live and work in the 21st century. From Microsoft Office and email to reading, math, and more, GCFLearnFree.org offers more than 180 topics, including more than 2,000 lessons, 800+ videos, and 55+ interactives and games, completely free.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is a leading online learning company that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Through individual, corporate, academic and government subscriptions, members have access to the Lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. For an introduction and tutorial about LinkedIn Learning, visit our Tutorials page.
Need to brush up on your typing skills and/or speed? Visit this website for tests, practice, and games.
Consumer
From the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this website provides consumers with information about fuel economy and the benefits of using more fuel-efficient vehicles. The 2024 Fuel Economy Guide may be found linked here.
The Consumer Products Information Database (CPID) contains over 22,000 common household products and their health effects.
Learn about money management, using credit and loans, protecting personal identity, and avoiding financial scams.
Useful tips for evaluating the reliability of print and online information sources from the Purdue Online Writing Lab.
A free government site to report identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission, build a step-by-step personalized recovery plan, and put that plan into action.
Working in cooperation with the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office, the MASSPIRG (Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group) Consumer Action Center in Weymouth is an independent agency that resolves disputes between consumers and businesses through negotiation and mediation on a wide range of issues, including automobile sales and repair, home improvement transactions, debt collection and credit problems, retail sales and advertising, and landlord-tenant disputes, among others. There are no fees for their service.
The Simple Dollar's in-depth blog focuses on teaching financial literacy skills, along with lifelong personal finance strategies.
Provides information about fuel economy and the benefits of using more fuel-efficient vehicles. When you're looking to purchase a new vehicle, the U.S. EPA offers online fuel economy guides for each model year.
Cooking & Nutrition
Science-based, accessible information to help consumers make smart seafood choices.
Edu Med's comprehensive guide which equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed choices about their diet, contributing to their overall well-being and academic success.
WIC is a free nutrition program that provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and other services to Massachusetts families who qualify.
Information about food marketing, public policy, nutrition and childhood obesity.
COVID-19 Help
Contains the latest updates, including what you need to know, how to protect yourself, what to do when you think you are sick, and resources for the community.
Recommendations for use, FAQ's, and several methods of making DIY sew and no-sew face masks at home.
Developed by the Massachusetts Library System (MLS), with resources for parents/caregivers, school librarians, kids, and older adults. Also contains information on supporting your mental and emotional health, plus coronavirus research and how to identify misinformation.
Hopefully you never experience what is now commonly called “food insecurity.” But there are many unforeseen reasons why it can happen, and – with no judgement – your neighbors at the Easton Food Pantry are there to help. There are absolutely no financial requirements to obtain food from the Pantry. You simply must be an Easton resident and show proof with a recent bill (utility, etc.) that has both your full name and address. Call in advance to register at 781-333-6284.
Every Monday from 11:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. (weather permitting; call ahead if in doubt), the Pantry distributes food at the rear of the Fellowship Church, 604 Foundry Street, South Easton. The Pantry operates as a “drive-thru”, so remain in your car and make certain your trunk is clear. You will receive a pre-packed bag of groceries containing cereal, pasta, sauce, vegetables, fruit, tuna and soup. Seasonally, the Pantry partners with local farms to provide fresh produce, and, in conjunction with the Greater Boston Food Bank, the Pantry is able to distribute quality meat, poultry, fish and dairy.
The Pantry is closed on/after major holidays. Call ahead to verify.
If you would like to donate NON-PERISHABLE (and non-expired) food or supplies, please use the bins located at Roche Bros or Shaw's.
Monetary donations and local market gift certificates are always greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to:
Easton Food Pantry
P.O. Box 1481
Easton, MA 02334-1481
If you wish to volunteer or schedule a food drive, please call the Pantry line at 781-333-6284, or leave a message on their contact page. For additional details, visit https://eastonfoodpantry.org/ or the Food Pantry Facebook page.
Thank you for your support!
As part of National Crime Prevention Month, Chief Gary Sullivan and the Easton Police Department wish to warn the public about common types of scams. (Originally posted October 2020.)
Provides current court standing orders, information on the CDC eviction moratorium, court forms, and data on evictions in the Trial Court.
Provides an overview, current cases, and updated information on the novel coronavirus, along with contact links.
Claimants, employers, and third party administrators (TPAs) can log in to their UI Online accounts to file claims, access the Claimant Inbox, report wages, view correspondence, and more. UI Online is available daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
A step-by-step guide to help you be more successful in securing your own appointment.
Find information on employee rights, scams and fraud, health care, small business resources, and resources for immigrants, students, and families.
Everything you need to know about getting a Covid-19 vaccination as the rollout extends across the U.S.
Rep. Claire Cronin, 11th Plymouth District, Brockton & Easton, distributes COVID-19 updates. Visit this page to register to receive her email newsletters.
Chandra Gouldrup, Chef and Owner of The Farmer's Daughter, announced that the restaurant will be offering a 15 percent discount and free delivery to all seniors citizens living in Easton. The restaurant is also continuing to offer free meals for children.
The Easton Emergency Management Agency (EEMA) continues to monitor the current situation with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and the recommendations coming out of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), and will continue to update residents on local preparedness efforts and changes.
The Easton Board of Selectmen has compiled this summary of Town and local programs available for residents in need of financial assistance. An individual, family, or household may qualify for multiple programs. Additionally, there is information on state or regional organizations that provide financial assistance, along with cost saving opportunites that are non-income based.
Economic assistance for American workers, families, businesses, and state and local governments.
Has your college search been interrupted by closures due to the COVID-19 outbreak? YouVisit provides 360-degree photo and virtual reality tours of 600+ college and university campuses.
Crisis
A New Day is based in Brockton and offers a 24-hour Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Hotline at (508) 588-8255 or toll-free at (888) 293-7273. They also offer advocacy, individual and group crisis counseling, connections to community resources, and mentoring.
AddictionHelp.com is your trusted educational guide to addiction and recovery, founded by recovering addicts and board-certified addiction specialists. This guide educates about the connection between bullying and substance abuse. Whether you are struggling with substance abuse, our mission is to lead you to a healthier, happier life.
Our local Red Cross office is located in Medford and can be reached at (781) 410-3670. The Disaster Services toll-free number is: (800) 564-1234. In the event that you need emergency aid, the American Red Cross of Massachusetts provides temporary sheltering/housing, mental health assistance, financial assistance, and health services. All assistance from the Red Cross is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.
Having a mental health emergency? Contact the Emergency Services Programs (ESP) Crisis Line for Brockton: (508) 580-0801. CCBC offers services for both youth and adults, including onsite therapeutic response, psychiatric consultation, psychopharmacology intervention, referrals/linkages to behavioral health services and supports, and safety plans.
Hopefully you never experience what is now commonly called “food insecurity.” But there are many unforeseen reasons why it can happen, and – with no judgement – your neighbors at the Easton Food Pantry are there to help. There are absolutely no financial requirements to obtain food from the Pantry. You simply must be an Easton resident and show proof with a recent bill (utility, etc.) that has both your full name and address. Call in advance to register at 781-333-6284.
Every Monday from 11:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. (weather permitting; call ahead if in doubt), the Pantry distributes food at the rear of the Fellowship Church, 604 Foundry Street, South Easton. The Pantry operates as a “drive-thru”, so remain in your car and make certain your trunk is clear. You will receive a pre-packed bag of groceries containing cereal, pasta, sauce, vegetables, fruit, tuna and soup. Seasonally, the Pantry partners with local farms to provide fresh produce, and, in conjunction with the Greater Boston Food Bank, the Pantry is able to distribute quality meat, poultry, fish and dairy.
The Pantry is closed on/after major holidays. Call ahead to verify.
If you would like to donate NON-PERISHABLE (and non-expired) food or supplies, please use the bins located at Roche Bros or Shaw's.
Monetary donations and local market gift certificates are always greatly appreciated, and can be mailed to:
Easton Food Pantry
P.O. Box 1481
Easton, MA 02334-1481
If you wish to volunteer or schedule a food drive, please call the Pantry line at 781-333-6284, or leave a message on their contact page. For additional details, visit https://eastonfoodpantry.org/ or the Food Pantry Facebook page.
Thank you for your support!
H.U.G.S. II Domestic Violence Hotline: (508) 272-1512. H.U.G.S. II is a multifaceted, non-profit organization that educates communities about domestic violence, while assisting victims and their families. H.U.G.S. helps victims of domestic violence leave abusive environments and gives them the means to survive outside the relationship.
Watch Veterans and their family members share real stories of strength and recovery, find useful information and local mental health resources, and explore ways to show your support.
Search for substance use services and find helpful resources. The Helpline is the only statewide, public resource for finding licensed and approved substance use treatment and recovery services. Services are free and confidential. Call (800) 327-5050 8am-10pm Mon-Fri, and 8am-6pm weekends. Treatment options are available 24 hours a day through their website.
At the National Domestic Violence Hotline, highly trained expert advocates are available 24/7 to talk or chat confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. The Hotline provides lifesaving tools and immediate support to empower victims and survivors to find safety and live free of abuse. They also provide support to friends and family members who are concerned about a loved one. Advocates are available at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) in more than 200 languages. All calls are free and confidential.
Helps young people who have run away from home to stay safe, and also provides resources for parents. Call NRS Crisis Intervention hotline at 1-800-RUNAWAY, or access chat, email, or forums through their website. Staff are available 24/7, 365 days a year to provide nonjudgmental, non-sectarian and non-directive support and to empower youth and families to develop a plan of action to improve their situation. NRS services include information and referrals to counseling, shelter, drug and alcohol-related treatment, and child protective services. Conference calls can be arranged between children and their families, or an agency that can help. A message service provides a means of communication for young people who are not ready to directly contact their families. NRS is also able to arrange free bus rides home or to an alternate living arrangement.
Call 1-800-273-8255, or chat through their website. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They also offer prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Offers a free and confidential 24/7 Parental Stress Line at (800) 632-8188 as well as online support groups every Friday at 8:30 a.m. or 12 p.m.
(617) 616-1616 or toll-free (800) 258-4448, option #4. Planned Parenthood's trained health center staff and volunteers are available to discuss a wide range of issues related to birth control, pregnancy options, sexually transmitted infections including HIV/AIDS and other aspects of reproductive health.
RAINN offers the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline. Call (800) 656-HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. Calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline gives you access to a range of free services including: confidential support from a trained staff member; support finding a local health facility that is trained to care for survivors of sexual assault; someone to help you talk through what happened; local resources that can assist with your next steps toward healing and recovery; referrals for long term support in your area; information about the laws in your community; and basic information about medical concerns.
This comprehensive guide provides tips to stay safe and reduce sexual assault in ride share services. It also provides options for victims and resources for help or support.
Visit this Self-Help Inc. page for community resources, food bank information, FEMA disaster assistance, and crisis intervention organizations.
Call 508-977-6000. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Need to talk? Call (877) 565-8860. Trans Lifeline's peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. They are available 10am-4am EST / 9am-3am CST / 7am-1am PST. (Volunteers may be available during off hours). Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
Are you a veteran in crisis, or are you concerned about one? Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves. (800) 273-8255, text 838255, or chat online. Support is free, confidential, and 24/7 and available to all veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve, and their family members and friends.
A helpful guide to assist veterans with the array of issues they may face, including obtaining proper disability compensation, financial assistance, information on the GI bill, and more.
Education
Find information about adult & community learning services and the High School Equivalency Testing (HST) Program (formerly the GED).
Alison offers a wide range of certificates that can help boost one's resume. The site is very easy to navigate and has a course overview which states the expected length of time it would take to complete it. Offered courses: Health, Science, Lifestyle, Humanities, Marketing, Business, Language, Math, and IT. Registration is required.
Bridgewater State University’s Senior College offers intellectually stimulating seminars and courses for mature learners (50+). Their four-and eight-week courses foster creativity, self-discovery and peer education. Senior College is open to everyone. There are no educational requirements and you do not need to be an alumni of BSU. For a single registration fee of $85, you may enroll in as many courses as you would like!
College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Each year, College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success—including the SAT, the Advanced Placement Program, and BigFuture.
"Find scholarships, other financial aid and internships from more than 2,200 programs, totaling nearly $6 billion."
This site offers both free and paid courses from colleges and companies. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. You can even apply for financial aid if you choose to. Every course you look at shows the stats for each person who completed it and how it benefited them. A lot of the courses have sign-up dates due to a time structured lesson plan. Registration is required.
Emergency Management certifications.
MassLINKS is Massachusetts’ statewide adult education virtual Academy. We offer both GED/HiSet and English for Speakers of Other Language(ESOL/ESL) courses for adults in need.
From quick, practical courses to comprehensive certifications, learn everything you need to know about the most sought-after business skills.
This site has an extremely clean user interface and it is easy to use. It offers not only collegiate courses, but also help for those as young as first grade. It has easy to follow videos as well as mastery check-ups to make sure you’re understanding the concepts as you learn them. Courses include math, science, computer programming, history, art history, economics, and more. Registration is required.
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is a leading online learning company that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Through individual, corporate, academic and government subscriptions, members have access to the Lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. For an introduction and tutorial about LinkedIn Learning, visit our Tutorials page.
This site is a little difficult to navigate, but once you get a hang of it you can tell it has a lot to offer. MIT takes courses they offered and puts all the videos, readings, homework, and projects for the class online so you can move at your own pace. Offered Courses: Business, Energy, Engineering, Fine Arts, Health, Medicine, Humanities, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Society, and Teaching/Education.
This is the one stop place for all online courses. They have a growing catalog of classes you can sign up for from a wide variety of universities and institutions. If you want to enroll in a free version of a MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses), you have to select the Full Course, No Certificate option. Offered Courses: Architecture, Art/Culture, Biology/Life Science, Business/Management, Chemistry, Communications, Computer Science, Data Analytics/Statistics, Design, Economics/Finance, Education/Teaching, Electronics, Energy/Earth Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Ethics, Food/Nutrition, Health/Safety, History, Humanities, Language, Law, Literature, Math, Medicine, Music, Philanthropy, Philosophy/Ethics, Physics, Science, Social Sciences.
The Online Tutoring Guide will help students find support as they prepare to make the transition to college, study for exams, and learn new material.
This study guide offers a simplified and fun take on the RMV handbook and 450+ multiple-choice questions to prepare you for the Massachusetts RMV Permit Test.
Studying for the PSAT doubles as preparing for your college entrance exams. Register for PSAT Prep Live for free, and get all of our other free resources that come with it!
Tech Guide is focused on providing the most comprehensive and up-to-date information for students considering Computer Programming focused careers.
A guide to break down the different forms of bullying, its consequences, and the best effective strategies to stop it in its tracks.
Provides 360-degree photo and virtual reality tours of 600+ college and university campuses.
Government
Social Security is a vital source of income for retirees and is pivotal in keeping older Americans out of poverty. In fact, According to the National Academy of Social Insurance, it is the sole source of income for about 20% of people over 65. To help seniors and their families, we created a resource that provides detailed information about eligibility and how to claim benefits.
The "Encyclopedia of American Politics" with nonpartisan entries from a professional staff of writers, editors and researchers.
The Boston Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service (BBA LRS) is a public service provided by the Boston Bar Association. This website makes referrals to lawyers or other resources that specialize in the area of law related to your specific situation.
More than 223,000 hours of C-SPAN videos, including debates, speeches and rallies.
Find registration deadlines, absentee voting guidelines, designated poling locations, information about U.S. elections, and other voting information from the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS).
Learn about the CIA's history, use the World Factbook to obtain up to date information about other countries, read declassified documents, and have fun in the Kids' Zone.
Includes histories of presidential debates, transcripts from some debates, and links to the C-SPAN video library for recent debate footage from the CPD, which is a nonpartisan corporation that organizes the presidential debates.
Read the Transcript of the U.S. Constitution - The National Archives
A grassroots watchdog network connecting the dots between the world's most powerful people and organizations.
Low income Massachusetts residents can create an account on the secure website, then log in and post their legal questions. Volunteer lawyers answer the questions through the same website. There is no charge to use this service. You can access the site from anywhere that you have internet access, including smart phones. All information is confidential.
Offers legal information concerning the following areas: Children & Families; Consumer & Debt; Criminal Records CORI; Domestic Violence; Employment & Unemployment; Health & Mental Health; Housing & Homelessness; Immigration; Income & Benefits; School.
"The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is the nation's record keeper. Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept by us forever. Those valuable records are preserved and are available to you, whether you want to see if they contain clues about your family’s history, need to prove a veteran’s military service, or are researching an historical topic that interests you."
At USPS.com. Find Post Office locations that offer passport acceptance services. You can filter your Post Office search to find specific passport services.
Reputable statistics compiled by regions, states, and cities in the United States.
myUSCIS provides a personalized account to help you navigate the immigration process. On myUSCIS, you will find: up-to-date information about the application process for immigration benefits; tools to help you prepare for filing and help finding citizenship preparation classes; and information to help explore your immigration options.
myUSCIS proporciona una cuenta personalizada para ayudarlo a navegar el proceso de inmigración. En myUSCIS, encontrará: información actualizada sobre el proceso de solicitud de beneficios de inmigración; herramientas para ayudarlo a prepararse para la presentación y ayudar a encontrar clases de preparación para la ciudadanía; e información para ayudar a explorar sus opciones de inmigración.
Health
The Consumer Products Information Database (CPID) contains over 22,000 common household products and their health effects.
This printable communication aid features icons that can be used in various roadside situations for self-identification, and for expediting communication with first responders by deaf or hard of hearing individuals. Access instructions for this card at https://www.mass.gov/doc/visor-card-instructions/download.
A public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. Includes support services, elder rights, insurance and benefits, health, and transportation.
This page provides links to several sites that contain advice for finding reliable health information on the Internet. Topics range from general advice to information about specific conditions and for specific groups.
For families of children with special health needs, chronic illness, or disability. This resource offers a directory of Early Intervention programs, as well as information on services and community resources. It also provides emotional support through a parent-to-parent matching program. Family TIES is a project of the Federation for Children with Special Needs, funded by and in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition, Division for Children and Youth with Special Health Needs.
The National Library of Medicine's guide to understanding genetic conditions.
American Academy of Pediatric's resource for parents and families. Includes information about health, safety and development.
Healthy Easton is a community coalition focusing on improving the accessibility of health and well-being for all citizens of Easton. Visit their Facebook page for community resources related to physical activity and nutrition.
Dial 2-1-1 or call toll-free: 1-877-211-MASS (6277). You may also visit their website for services. Programs that are included support basic needs such as food security, housing, child care, transportation as well as resources for mental and emotional health. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, free and confidential.
Resources guides with information about DMH and other statewide services and programs.
Free health promotion materials for Massachusetts residents and health and social services providers.
Research care options, find nursing facilities and learn about the care planning process.
Search for substance use services and find helpful resources. The Helpline is the only statewide, public resource for finding licensed and approved substance use treatment and recovery services. Services are free and confidential. Call (800) 327-5050 8am-10pm Mon-Fri, and 8am-6pm weekends. Treatment options are available 24 hours a day through their website.
Health information for patients and families from the U. S. National Library of Medicine.
A comprehensive guide of Resources and Support for older adults living alone kindly provided by the National Council on Aging (NCOA); which includes practical tips and resource recommendations from geriatric health experts and advocates.
Patient education resources from the National Library of Medicine. Also, includes the latest statistics, clinical trials, and journal articles from PubMed.
Resources to understand addiction, overdose, opioid drugs, treatment, and recovery. Also, includes topic related searches of the biomedical journal literature.
Find substance abuse treatment facilities in the United States.
Brown & Crouppen Law Firm offers a Guide to spread awareness on fall prevention and reach older adults with simple tips to prevent falls.
History
By the New England Historic and Genealogical Society (NEHGS). NEHGS is the nation’s leading comprehensive resource for family history research and the largest Society of its kind in the world. Through scholarship, research, education, and content, NEHGS is a wealth of family history information, in easy reach.
This site provides access to thousands of images, documents, and sound recordings that have been digitized by member institutions so that they may be available to researchers, students, and the general public.
Language & Writing
Pronunciations of over 2.5 million words, crowdsourced from native speakers.
Includes resources on resume writing, properly citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, basic letter writing and more.
LGBTQ+
Webpage for the ACLU's efforts on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of GLAAD, a non-governmental media monitoring organization founded by LGBTQ+ people in the media.
Website for GLAD (GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders), a Boston-based not-for-profit rights organization that works to combat discrimination against members of the LGBTQ+ community within the New England region.
Website for the Human Rights Campaign, a not-for-profit civil rights organization that is the largest LGBTQ+ advocacy group in America.
Website of the It Gets Better Project, an internet-based not-for-profit nonprofit that works to prevent suicide among LGBTQ+ youth by having adults from the LGBTQ+ community share their own stories.
Website of the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund (more commonly known as Lambda Legal), a civil rights organization that focuses on LGBTQ+ communities as well as people living with HIV/AIDS (PWAs) through litigation, education, and public policy work.
Website of the Lambda Literary Foundation, an organization that works to promote LGBTQ+ literature and encourage the development of emerging writers from the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, the only museum in the world dedicated to artwork documenting the LGBTQ+ experience. Offers searchable access to collections materials, publications, and more.
A map of resources meant to help youth, families, teachers, and providers find LGBTQ services near to them. Compiled by the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth.
Website of the National LGBTQ Task Force, a not-for-profit advocacy organization that promotes and organizes action and activism on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of PFLAG, a non-governmental organization uniting parents, families, and allies with people from the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of print magazine The Advocate. Both the magazine and the website feature content with an editorial focus on news, politics, opinion, and arts and entertainment of interest to members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of print magazine The Advocate. Both the magazine and the website feature content with an editorial focus on news, politics, opinion, and arts and entertainment of interest to members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Website of The Trevor Project, a not-for-profit organization focused on suicide prevention efforts among LGBTQ+ youth.
Math & Science
Are you looking for a fun and interesting science fair project? Then consider agriculture for your project topic. After all, agriculture is science — the science of growing plants, breeding animals, and producing other food products. There are lots of great ideas on Planet Ag to consider for your science fair project. In fact, a visit to “Planet Ag” might even be your first step toward choosing a career in agricultural science.
Movies & TV
Common Sense Media is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids thrive in a world of media and technology. It helps families make smart media choices using the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for movies, games, apps, TV shows, websites, books, and music. Their Parent Concerns and Parent Blog help families understand and navigate the problems and possibilities of raising children in the digital age.
Define American is a narrative and culture change organization that uses media and the power of storytelling to transcend politics and shift the conversation about immigrants, identity, and citizenship in a changing America.
Find movies, TV, and local showtimes; watch trailers and read reviews; research celebs and events; find photos; and read news on your favorite titles.
The purpose of kids-in-mind.com is to provide parents and other adults with objective and complete information about a film's content so that they can decide, based on their own value system, whether they should watch a movie with or without their kids.
Plugged In is a Focus on the Family publication designed to shine a light on the world of popular entertainment while giving families the essential tools they need to understand, navigate, and impact the culture in which they live.
Rotten Tomatoes and the Tomatometer score are the world’s most trusted recommendation resources for quality entertainment. As the leading online aggregator of movie and TV show reviews from critics, Rotten Tomatoes provides fans with a comprehensive guide to what’s Fresh – and what’s Rotten – in theaters and at home.
Teens
These booklists highlight diverse voices including racial diversity and sexuality.
Search for schools, learn about financial aid and start planning for college.
This guide is created to help students understand the qualifications for financial aid.
Apply for financial aid through the U.S. Department of Education, and get help preparing for college, and managing and repaying your student loans.
YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association) has launched its new Teen Book Finder, a free database and app that can access nearly 4,000 titles. The app is Android and iOS compatible and features: the ability to search for books by author, title, award/list year, genre, by award, and by book list; a "Find It!" button, powered by the OCLC WorldCat Search API, that will show users where to find the book in a nearby library; a "Favorites" button, to create an individualized booklist; and the ability to share books from the Teen Book Finder on Twitter and Facebook.
Veterans
The Department of Career Services provides employment and training services to veterans and their families. Dedicated staff is available throughout the state to help veterans transition to civilian employment. Veterans and their eligible spouses receive Priority of Service throughout the full array of services provided through the One-Stop Career Center System.
CHAMPVA is a comprehensive health care benefits program in which the VA shares the cost of covered health care services and supplies with eligible beneficiaries.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs offers a tax free monetary benefit to veterans with disabilities that are the result of a disease or injury incurred or aggravated during active military service. Compensation may also be paid for post-service disabilities that are considered related or secondary to disabilities occurring in service and for disabilities presumed to be related to circumstances of military service, even though they may arise after service.
Hear Veteran's stories and find helpful resources from Make The Connection - "Today I am", kindly provided by the the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
The mission of the Department of Veterans’ Services is to advocate on behalf of all the Commonwealth’s veterans and provide them with quality support services and to direct an emergency financial assistance program for those veterans and their dependents who are in need.
A compilation of resources regarding major state benefits in the areas of education, employment, housing, motor vehicles, property taxes, and medical assistance. Information regarding recent amendments to federal and state legislation on employment rights and federal burial benefits is also offered. Information specifically included for members of the Guard and Reserve.
Access to state and Federal financial, educational, and housing benefits through an easy to use, online resource.
The Massachusetts RMV makes certain exemptions from regular procedures and waives certain fees for military service members, veterans, and their spouses/dependents.
MSEP creates employment connections that provide companies with direct access to military spouses seeking career opportunities, and spouses with direct access to employers who are actively recruiting.
Military.com's free membership connects servicemembers, military families and veterans to all the benefits of service — government benefits, scholarships, discounts, lifelong friends, mentors, great stories of military life or missions, and much more.
The fundamental principle of the SAVE program is to advocate for veterans who are not able to obtain the benefits they have earned due to institutional or personal barriers. The program's primary mission is prevention of suicide and mental health distress through the identification of issues facing veterans when they return from service and proactively providing them with access to benefits and services that may address these issues and result in positive transitions back to civilian life.
Team Rubicon unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams.
Covers topics ranging from deployment, to "MilSpouseLife," to military resources and military life.
Easton Veterans' Services informs and assists Easton veterans and their families in the navigation of applicable local, state, and federal benefits.
Are you a veteran in crisis, or are you concerned about one? Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves. (800) 273-8255, text 838255, or chat online. Support is free, confidential, and 24/7 and available to all veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve, and their family members and friends.
Through this National Archives website, veterans or next-of-kin of deceased veterans can use online order forms to request service records, medical records, and replacement medals; or submit burial and emergency requests.
VETS serve America's veterans and separating service members by preparing them for meaningful careers, providing employment resources and expertise, and protecting their employment rights.