The mission of the Hopkinton Welfare Department is to enable individuals and families who find themselves in difficult situations to return to functioning as vital members of society without relinquishing their dignity. Assistance is rendered in a professional manner at the lowest cost to the town taxpayers.
Financial assistance is rendered in accordance with the guidelines adopted by the Select Board and governed by state law. Assistance may vary from one time food or prescription assistance to many months of shelter costs or on-going medical costs, depending on the need presented and the eligiblility of the applicant. Clients sign an agreement to reimburse the Town when they become financially able.
Additional programs under the auspice of the Human Services Department:
The Hopkinton Food Pantry located at the Slusser Senior Center, supported totally by donations, assists local households weekly and provides a special holiday allotment. Money donations to the Food Pantry can be mailed c/o the Human Services Department, 330 Main Street, Hopkinton, NH 03229.
The Back to School Program, supported totally by donations provides clothes and school supplies to students in need.
Operation Christmas also supported totally by donations of time, money, gifts and energy, provides Christmas gifts and treats to many in our community.
No person should be without food, shelter or medical attention in our community. Please do not hesitate to make referrals or inquiries. All information is confidential.
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