Hudson Social Worker

03/09/2026

📬 Hudson Health & Happenings – Issue #3 is here!

We’re excited to share the latest edition of the Hudson Health Department’s community newsletter!

Inside this issue, you’ll find:
✔️ Childhood vaccination clinic information
✔️ Heart Health info & blood pressure clinic dates
✔️ Postpartum support group details from MetroWest Shared Public Health Services
✔️ Food access resources & upcoming Food Summit from MetroWest Food Collaborative
✔️ Updates on the “Talk Early. Talk Often.” campaign from Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative
✔️ Information about the upcoming Transfer Station public hearing
✔️ And much more!

Public health supports our community at every stage of life — and this newsletter is one way we stay connected and keep you informed.

📖 Read the full newsletter here: https://www.townofhudson.org/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/269

Please feel free to share with friends, family, and neighbors. Thank you for being part of a community that values health and wellness! 💙

03/09/2026

📣 NEW Spanish-Speaking AA Meeting at ARC

The Addiction Referral Center (ARC) is proud to announce a new Spanish-speaking AA meeting every Sunday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

This meeting offers a welcoming, supportive space for individuals seeking recovery, connection, and community.

Serving Marlborough, Hudson, and all MetroWest communities.

📍 33 Main Street, Marlborough, MA
📞 508-485-4357
🌐 TheAddictionReferralCenter.org

Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.

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📣 Nuevo Grupo de AA en Español en ARC

El Addiction Referral Center (ARC) se complace en anunciar un nuevo grupo de AA en español, todos los domingos, de 1:00 p.m. a 3:00 p.m.

Esta reunión ofrece un espacio acogedor y de apoyo para personas que buscan recuperación y comunidad.

Sirviendo a Marlborough, Hudson y todas las comunidades de MetroWest.

📍 33 Main Street, Marlborough, MA
📞 508-485-4357

Los caminos difíciles a menudo conducen a destinos hermosos.

03/09/2026

The Hudson Police Department is proud to partner with Scouts Troop 77, Hudson Girl Scouts and pack 3104 for a Community Food Drive!
📅 Saturday, March 14
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Shaw's – Hudson
Join us as we work together to support local families in need. We’ll be collecting non-perishable food items right outside Shaw’s — every donation makes a difference!
Most needed items include:
🥫 Canned vegetables, soups, and fruit
🍝 Pasta and sauce
🥣 Cereal and oatmeal
🥜 Peanut butter
🧃 Juice boxes and shelf-stable milk
Stop by, say hello, and help us make a positive impact in our community. We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

03/02/2026

Our partners at Westborough Connects are hosting this in-person community presentation, "Let's Talk About It". This is another great opportunity to hear Dr. Safdar Medina and young adult talk about youth substance use and mental health. They will also have a Hidden in Plain Sight exhibit on-hand, as well as "Talk Early, Talk Often" resources from Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative! All are welcome to attend! Register at: tinyurl.com/LTAI0326

"Hidden in Plain Sight is an interactive, traveling display designed for parents and caregivers, featuring a mock teenager's bedroom to educate them on identifying signs of substance use, risky behavior, and concealed, everyday items indicating danger."

03/02/2026

We’re so excited to partner with the Concord Council On Aging to launch the first of three free 5-week group series for older adults across local COAs, all funded through the Christine Gallery Community Benefit Program.

Starting March 25th, this series will help participants build practical, research-backed tools to:
✨ Support mental well-being
✨ Navigate stress and life changes
✨ Strengthen connection and community
✨ Feel more grounded in everyday life

We’ll also be gathering participant feedback to strengthen the program and help us bring it to even more older adults in the future.

If you (or someone you love) is an older adult in the Concord area, call the Concord COA at 978-318-3020 to register.

More communities coming soon 💚

03/02/2026

Dangers of Youth Va**ng: What Parents Need to Know
Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 PM | Zoom

Youth va**ng continues to affect young people in our community. Many e-cigarettes are designed to look like everyday items, making them difficult for adults to detect. Behind the appealing flavors and designs are harmful chemicals and ni****ne addiction

The DAET Coalition is hosting this free virtual presentation in partnership with Parents Against Va**ng (PAVe). Parents, caregivers, school staff, and community members are encouraged to attend to learn about current trends, warning signs, and how to talk with young people about prevention and quitting.

Registration is required. The Zoom link will be sent after you RSVP.

RSVP:
English: https://forms.gle/SiJTjmRWvLEuNEos6
Español: https://forms.gle/2Ud4GiRrKfAAbTHBA
Português: https://forms.gle/UcxVnu1aNaQFE3ndA

Flyers and registration are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The presentation will be offered in English and Spanish, with Portuguese-translated slides available afterward.

Please share this event with others who may be interested. We hope to see you there!

03/02/2026

Talking with young people about cannabis is one of the most important things a parent or caregiver can do, but it’s also one of the hardest.

Many adults worry about saying the wrong thing, starting an argument, or pushing their child away. Others simply don’t know where to begin. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. Most families face barriers when it comes to discussing substance use, especially cannabis.

The good news? You can overcome every one of those barriers... and you don’t have to be an expert, have all the answers, or deliver a perfect speech. You just have to start the conversation.

03/02/2026

Clase de parto gratuita — en español 🤰🏽

Prepárate para el nacimiento de tu bebé con apoyo, información y confianza.
💜27 de marzo de 2026
💜Biblioteca McAuliffe, Framingham
💜9:30am–4:30pm

Es necesario registrarse ¡los espacios son limitados!
Para registrarte o más información: https://forms.gle/szQ38LKGpZCzXKZb9

*This class will be conducted in Spanish only.

01/29/2026

11/24/2025

🌟 Happy Public Health Thank You Day! 🌟

From all of us at the Hudson Health Department, we’re proud to recognize this national day of gratitude for the people who work every day—often behind the scenes—to keep our community healthy, safe, and supported.

Today, we want to celebrate our incredible Hudson Health Department and MetroWest Shared Public Health Services team: Department Admin, Sanitarian, Nurse, Hudson Social Worker, Epidemiologist, Communications Specialist, Prevention Staff, Housing Navigator, Community Health Worker, MetroWest Food Collaborative Staff, Program Coordinators, Board of Health members, and everyone who works tirelessly to serve our residents. Your commitment, compassion, and expertise make a real difference in people’s lives.

Public health is more than disease prevention, it’s:
✔️ Supporting mental health and connecting residents to care
✔️ Promoting youth substance use prevention Hudson Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition Central MetroWest Substance Awareness & Prevention Collaborative
✔️ Ensuring safe housing, food, and environments
✔️ Responding to crises and emerging health concerns
✔️ Partnering with schools, community groups, and regional partners
✔️ Reducing health inequities and strengthening community well-being

We are honored to serve Hudson every day, and grateful for the trust this community places in us.

Thank you to our team—and to all public health professionals across Massachusetts and beyond—for the critical work you do. 💙

11/18/2025

📣 New Program Alert: Uber Health Rides Now Available in Hudson! 🚗

The Hudson Health Department is excited to launch Uber Health, a new transportation program that helps residents get to substance-use–related appointments and support services.

Through a partnership with Justice Resource Institute's Program RISE, the City of Framingham, and the Town of Natick, MA, we are now able to offer FREE, CONFIDENTIAL Uber rides for eligible individuals. This initiative is funded through municipal opioid settlement funds, with matching support from a state Mosaic Opioid Recovery Partnership grant.

Who is eligible?
Individuals impacted by substance or opioid use — whether currently using, in treatment, or in recovery.

Eligible rides can support:
• Medical & behavioral health appointments
• MAT/MOUD visits
• Detox/treatment
• Court or Recovery Court
• Housing appointments
• Support services such as DCF, ID appointments, and more

Think you may qualify?
Reach out to Hudson's Community Social Worker, Alex O’Hare:
📞 978-875-1281
📧 AOHare@townofhudson.org

We’re grateful to our regional partners and funders for helping us reduce barriers to care and support Hudson residents on their paths to wellness!