Outreach Services
Our Outreach Services include information, referrals, advocacy, and support.
Food Pantry
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10:30am – 2:30pm, 10 Reed St., Haverhill,MA
VNOC’s Food Pantry is located at VNOC’s Outreach Center, which serves as not only administrative headquarters, but as a gathering spot for veterans with daily programs.
In addition to the Food Pantry, the Outreach Center serves meals at 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, to residents of VNOC’s 12 Housing properties
Counseling Services
Available at all VNOC locations
Our counseling services include personal, family, and group counseling related to Veterans issues as well as crisis intervention. VNOC also offers community based Reach Out programs. Each program is designed to offer information and support to different groups with an emphasis on community connections and relationship building. You will find more information on these Reach Out programs below.
VetDay Activity Center
10 Reed St., Haverill, MA
Established in January 2001, this day program is among the most unique of all VNOC programs. The program provides an environment where Veterans can participate in recreational activities, work training, group support, and other activities that are both satisfying and challenging. This program is funded through the Veterans Administration & MA Department of Veteran Services as well as private donations.
Vet/Spouse Reach Out
AVAILABLE AT ALL VNOC LOCATIONS
The Vet/Spouse Reach Out Program offers spouses and family members of Veterans the opportunity to share their experiences, gain support, and get information within the individual or group settings. To get more information about available services, spouses and family members are encouraged to call us at (978) 372-3626.
Health Care, Advocacy, and Legal Assistance
Available at all VNOC locations
We offer information, referrals, and registration assistance to ensure Veterans and their families receive proper health care. Also, our Advocacy for Veterans Program includes information and assistance with benefits, discharge upgrades, legal issues, disability and compensation claims, and military records. For more information, please give us a call at (978) 372-3626
Vet/Senior Reach Out
Available at all VNOC locations
This service is targeted toward aging Veterans who are living in senior housing programs or unable to integrate in the community. Often, these Veterans are unaware of their eligibility for benefits and services and are in need of information.
Vietnam Veterans Peer Support & Advocacy Group
Participation is by referral only
For more than thirty years, this group has helped Veterans in our community. Please contact us if you would like more information on how to get involved.
Northeast Division
10 Reed St.
Haverill, MA 01832
p: (978) 372-3626
MetroWest Division
40 Mechanic St Suite 101
Marlboro, MA 01752
p: (508)-460-9993
Salem, NH
224 North Broadway Unit E1D
Salem, NH 03079
p: (603) 824-3678
The Cape & Islands
Dwayne Turmelle
p: (508) 488-8347
e: dturmelle@veteranbenefits.us
Resources
Veteran’s Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255
MA Dept of Veteran’s Services S.A.V.E. Team: 1-888-844-2838
Homeless Veteran Hotline: 1-888-866-2838