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Needham Community Council http://www.needhamcommunitycouncil.org

Needham Community Council

51 Lincoln Street

Needham, MA 02492Map this

The Needham Community Council is a private, multi-service, non-profit, 501(C) 3 agency responding to the diverse needs of Needham residents. The Council receives no public funding and depends on the generosity of the community to fulfill its mission: to extend hospitality to every Needham neighbor...

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Name: Debbie Winnick
Position: Director of PR and Development
Email: dswinnick@needhamcommunitycouncil.org
Phone: 781-444-2415

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Dr. Robert Brooks: The Power of ResiliencyA town-wide support program to address the issue of suicide prevention and the power of resiliency. Dr. Robert Brooks, nationally recognized speaker and educator is the keynote speaker at the Needham Public Library on Saturday, June 7 from 3-4 p.m. Dr. Brooks will be speaking on The Power of Resiliency and suicide prevention factors.
Volunteers OpportunitiesTuesday, May 06, 2008 - Thursday, December 31, 2009the Needham Community Council has a variety of volunteer opportunities available...including sorting and selling in our clothes closet and food pantry; English as a 2nd language tutoring; medical appointment drivers; classroom presentations for the Child Assault Prevention [CAP] Program; office support, etc.

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Child Assault Prevention [CAP] Workshop LeadersWednesday, May 07, 2008The CAP Program is presented in our local elementary schools to help teach safety and awareness to students. Prevention workshop leaders receive training and work in teams.
Household Goods and Seasonal ClothingThe Needham Community Council clothes closet and thrift shop always appreciate donations of usable household items and seasonal clothing...no electronics, please. The sale of these items help support the programs of the Council.

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Medical EquipmentWe are always grateful for the donation of medical equipment which we use in our free medical equipment loan closet to supply to others in need. We use walkers, wheelchairs, bathroom assistive devices, etc. We do not have room for medical beds or other large items.
Food Pantry SuppliesDonations appreciated to help stock our food pantry throughout the year: rice and pastas; cereals; summer snacks for kids; juice; canned meats, fish and vegetables; soup; instant puddings and jello; paper towels and kitchen wraps....please no expired food products or anything in glass.
Costume Jewelry, Scarves, small gift itemsOur volunteers visit local Nursing Homes with a "gift boutique" and bring costume jewelry, scarves and other small gift items. Items are donated to the Council and help provide a bit of cheer for residents. Stretchy necklaces and bracelets are most appreciated.
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