Open enrollment runs from November through January 2026, making this a good time to check your health coverage. The PACE Health Access team can help with applications and renewals for the Massachusetts Health Connector or MassHealth. Walk in Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 477 Park Street in New Bedford. Certified […]
The Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries host Laura Gardner, Teacher Librarian at Dartmouth Middle School, for a presentation on how screen time impacts kid/teen brains and health.
A free food pick up and health screening will be held on April 23 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center, 128 Union St., third floor, New Bedford. Southcoast Health staff will be on site to share nutrition information and offer blood pressure screenings. The event is open to the public. Registration […]
“Get on the Floor: Understanding Your Pelvic Health, Pelvic Floor 101” takes place on Saturday, May 2, at 10 a.m., at Yoga Es Vida Collective. The program is led by Dr. Justina Perry. Admission is by donation, and registration is required. The session covers pelvic floor anatomy and how it relates to sexual health, bladder […]
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts will hold a free “Lunch and Learn: Understanding Anxiety” workshop on Wednesday, May 13, from noon to 1 p.m. at the YWCA, 20 S. Sixth St., New Bedford. The session will focus on practical tools to better understand anxiety and build a sense of calm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own […]
Bethel A.M.E. Church is hosting “Can We Talk,” a monthly gathering focused on community healing and support. The program is available for anyone dealing with stress, pain, grief, or trauma. Attendees are encouraged to share openly and begin healing as a community. Sessions are held every third Tuesday of the month. Dinner is served at […]
The second annual First Responders and Veterans Mental Health Matters event is on Friday, May 29, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Seaport Waterfront Bar. SassyAngel Events and Junior's Family host the outdoor event. It honors Junior Almeida and raises awareness for first responder and veteran mental health. Organizers share a simple message: no one […]
Cortland Dental & Braces will provide free dental care for uninsured and underinsured families during Sharing Smiles Day on May 31 at its office at 137 Hathaway Road in New Bedford. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will offer dental exams, limited emergency care, extractions, restorative care, and limited cleanings for […]
The Feel Good Fair is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., on the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus. Visitors can find mental health resources, free food and drinks while supplies last, yoga on the lawn, a petting zoo, and wellness activities. Local organizations will share information on prevention, recovery, and […]
FAIRHAVEN -- The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. Look for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP, HIP, Senior & WIC, FMNP are accepted by some farmers.
A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. Residents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
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