Eastern Essex Regional Public Health Coalition

03/09/2026

Join our Regional Social Worker at the Rockport Public Library Wednesday at 5pm for a talk on stress management. Learn, share, and practice some stress reduction stratagies in this interactive workshop.
Register at: https://rockportlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mindfulness-monthly-with-jessie-palm/

11/17/2025

Trusted Adult Conversation for Parents, Guardians, & Caregivers
November 20 | Cape Ann YMCA | Gloucester | 6-7:30 pm
Registration Appreciated

Youth don't need perfect adults. They need trusted adults.

This FREE community education program supports adults to feel prepared as they connect with and respond to today's youth. Local exhibitors and expert panelists, including youth, are eager to dialogue about strategies and services available to our parents and caregivers.

10/30/2025

EERPHC welcomed Sheena, nutritionist with Acord Food Pantry, to Enon Village this week for a cooking class to learn some simple fall recipes. Thank you Sheena and thank you Acord for supplying the food! 🍎🥗🍲
Wished we took pictures of the finished products- They were colorful and delicious!
EERPHC looks forward to additional community classes and continued partnership.

10/29/2025

Are you worried your SNAP benefits will be delayed this November? The Open Door has FREE food available and is here to help everyone get the food they need.

➡️Need food ASAP? Come to The Open Door at 28 Emerson Avenue Gloucester MA Monday-Friday, from 8:30am to 6:00pm for a Quick Trip, a supply of free grocery basics.

➡️If you are a new client you can also apply at FOODPANTRY.org/newshopper to order custom groceries weekly online.

➡️THIS SATURDAY 11/1 from 10am to 2 pm at 28 Emerson Avenue, Gloucester MA we are also holding an extra food distribution event for people impacted by the SNAP delay. Furloughed government employees and government contractors impacted by the shutdown are also welcome to attend. This is available to clients of BOTH Gloucester and Ipswich food pantries. There will be FREE milk, eggs, protein, produce, and grocery basics available. No appointment needed.

➡️Available for those living within The Open Door service area, including:
-Gloucester
-Ipswich
-Essex
-Rockport
-Manchester-by-the-Sea
-Hamilton
-Wenham
-Topsfield
-Boxford
-Rowley
-Georgetown

10/29/2025

Are you and your family worried about the impending cut to SNAP benefits for November?

Acord is here for you. We will provide you with fresh produce, meat, dairy, and shelf stable essentials for free. No questions asked - proof of income is not needed. Simply bring proof of address (Essex, Ipswich, Hamilton, Manchester, Topsfield, or Wenham) and receive food at your first visit.

We know that asking for assistance can be difficult. We are discrete, warm, and welcoming. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help - everyone needs a hand at times.

Call us at 978-468-7424 or email [email protected] with questions or to arrange an alternate pick up time.

10/21/2025

Weekday and Weekend classes! No cost to participants!
Get certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid!

There is still room in our NO-COST Youth Mental Health First Aid trainings this November & December!

This training provides adults with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to youth experiencing mental health or substance use challenges.

Whether you are an educator, parent, coach, or neighbor, this training is for you and can help support the wellbeing of our community's youth.

Register here: https://forms.gle/qypeGe3Z9NAqmbay7

10/09/2025

Aging is a varied experience, but one that unites us. Let’s build a society that works for us all.
Learn more about opportunities in our local communities Age & Dementia Friendly Connections.

Did you know that how we think about aging can affect how long we live?

Older adults with more positive self-perceptions of aging live an average of 7.5 years longer than those with negative views. Optimism is important, and so is the way we talk about aging.

Join us in talking about ageism as we approach Ageism Awareness Day this Thursday. Learn more and access resources at https://asaging.org/ageism-awareness/

10/06/2025

EERPHC is excited to be collaborating with the Regional Youth Prevention Network and others to bring additional Youth Mental Health First Aid Trainings to our communities!
Come join us at the Rockport Public Library on 11/6 & 11/7 from 10-2, or the Essex Public Safety Building on 11/16 from 9-5.
This is a great (no cost!) opportunity for adults to learn stratagies to recognize and respond to youth experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.

09/22/2025

Flu clinics are happening this week!
Have your registered?
If not, do so here:
Essex: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/essex
Rockport: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/rockport
Hamilton: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/hamilton

09/09/2025

Have you scheduled your flu vaccine?
📍Essex:
Senior Center 9/25, 9-11:30
Town Hall 10/25, 10-noon
Register at: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/essex
📍Rockport:
Community House 9/16, 9-noon
Register at: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/rockport
📍Hamilton:
Senior Center 9/30, 1:30-4:30
Senior Center 10/15, 2:30-5:30
Register at: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/hamilton

06/04/2025

Summer is almost here! 🍉🫐🍅

While that means freedom from the school day, it can also bring extra stress worrying about lunch for our students. Our friends at Acord Food Pantry offer a summer lunch program for families with school age (K-12) children in Hamilton, Wenham & Essex (also Manchester, Ipswich & Topsfield). Reach out to sign up at [email protected].

Rockport residents can take advantage of The Open Door's Program. Learn more by reaching out directly at 978-283-6776 or emailing [email protected].