Family Wellness News & Resources

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With the winter months approaching, the Executiv Office of Houssinig and Livable Communities have announced the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) enrollment period for the 2024-2025 winter season has bgun. HEAP is free, statewide resource to help eligible renters and homeowners with heating bills. HEAP pays a portion of bills directly to heating companis. Assistance period runs from Nov. 1, 2024- April 30, 2025. Apply online or through local administering agencies.

Massachusetts Partnerships for Youth's contest is open to students in the Norfolk, Plainville, Wrentham, and King Philip Schools. Poster contest is open to students in elementary, middle and high school. PSA is open to middle and high school students.

For more information, visit https://massachusettspartnershipsforyouth.com/posterpsa-2026/

Student application

This webinar for parents is hosted by Cartwheel, a partner of King Philip Schools. Emily Edlynn, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist, international speaker, and author of Autonomy-Supportive Parenting, will explore what's driving challenges with motivation, homework battles, avoidance, and shutdown, and share practical strategies to help kids and teens get started, stay engaged, and feel more successful at school and beyond. Nov. 18, 2026, & PM Registration

Action For Healthy Kids is hosting a national webinar for parents/caregivers, and anyone who works with youth, focusing on how to connect with youth, substance use information, and how to provide support.

Thursday, November 19 at 1:00 pm. (Spanish interpretation will be available.) Registration

The Y’s Social Action Services Department supports families in a number of ways.

Food Access

Lenore’s Pantry & Market, mobile pantries, meal sites & other food support. FoodAccess@hockymca.org Lenore's Pantry

Financial Assistance -Membership & program assistance so everyone can participate, regardless of income level. Scholarship@hockymca.org

Wrap Around Social Services Support through the Y’s Social Worker

Programs and support for mental well-being, family stability, and connections to community resources. Brynnek@hockymca.org

Chronic Disease Wellness Programs for those living with, or at risk for, chronic disease and their

caregivers. PHL@ hockymca.org

The districts continue to partner with Care Solace to assist families in accessing mental health or substance use provders in the community. This care match service is free and confidential. Families may call direct to (888)515-0595, or use QR code for your school district on flyer below. Please note that after you conplete the initial screening form, Care Companions will contact you from the same number during the care coordination process.

What to Expect

Family Wellness Resources

Regional Director of Wellness

Email: pearld@kingphilip.org or dpearl@norfolk.k12.ma.us

dpearl@plainville.k12.ma.us pearld@wrenthamschools.org

Website: Family Wellness Resources
Location: 18 King Street, Norfolk, MA, USA
Phone: 508 520-7991, ext. 2312