Groton-Dunstable
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Mental Health Services
The towns of Groton and Dunstable are home to many support services for families seeking mental health resources. Select a topic below for information as well as resources and organizations relevant to the topic in the Groton-Dunstable community.
Mental Health Services for Children and Families
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- Anger
- Grief/Loss
- Rape/Sexual Assault
- Anxiety
- Homelessness
- Relationship Violence
- ADHD
- Internet/Media Safety
- Self Injury
- Autism/Asperger's
- Learning Differences
- Sexual Orientation
- Bipolar
- Military Families
- Sport Psychology
- Bullying/Violence
- Multiculturalism
- Stress
- Child Abuse/Neglect
- OCD
- Substance Abuse/Addictions
- Chronic/Disabling Conditions
- Parenting Advice/Support
- Suicide
- Depression
- PTSD
- Teen Pregnancy/Parenting
- Divorce
- Postpartum Depression
- Trauma
- Eating Disorders
- Psychosis
Mental Health Services for Adults and Older Adults
For resources pertaining specifically to elderly issues, select from the topics below. In addition, see our page on Caregiver Resources.
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Other Services
The Groton and Dunstable schools, parks, recreation departments, and many nonprofit agencies work together to help families learn and grow. Select a category below to find resources not directly related to mental health.
Youth Services
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Job Opportunities/Training
Shortcuts: Chelmsford, | Concord | Lowell
The Paul Center for Learning and Recreation
Phone: 978-256-4396
Email:
The Paul Center is dedicated to assisting individuals with
disabilities in developing their maximum potential and
independence. We accomplish this goal by providing services to the
individual as well as to the family. The Board of Directors and
staff of The Paul Center believe that through consistent quality
programming we can and do provide an optimal educational and
recreational experience needed by our students.We stress with our
staff the importance of establishing and maintaining a "spirit of
extended family" with our students. This spirit transcends all
aspects of our programs and continues to be a significant factor in
our success with our students.
Camp Thoreau
Phone: 978-831-1300
Email:
Day camp programs for ages 4-15 from 9:00-1:00pm or 9:00- 3:30, extended day available. Overnight and adventure camp for older kids. Counselor in training program as well.
Community Teanmwork Inc. Youth Build Program
Phone: (978) 459-0551
What is YouthBuild?
It is Education: CTI YouthBuild is a program for young adults
between the ages of 17 and 24 who have dropped out of school.
YouthBuild offers GED preparation classes that provides over 1,200
hours of classroom instruction from highly qualified and
experienced instructors. YouthBuild, funded by the US Department of
Labor, also provides students with important learning tools like
critical thinking skills, small business management, economic
literacy, and computer training in our state-of-the-art computer
lab.
Adult and Older Adult Services
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Community Websites
Groton-Dunstable Town Sites
- Town of Groton
- Groton Board of Health
- Groton Public Library
- Town of Dunstable
- Dunstable Board of Health
- Dunstable Free Public Library
- Dunstable Council on Aging
- Groton Council on Aging
Schools and Education Support
- Groton-Dunstable Regional School District
- Groton- Dunstable High School
- Groton-Dunstable Middle School
- Florence Roche Elementary School
- Swallow Union Elementary School
- Boutwell Early Childhood Center
- Elementary Schools - Florence Roche PTA
- Swallow-Union Association of Parents and Teachers
- Groton-Dunstable MSPTO
- GD Special Ed Parent Advisory Council
- GD Ed Foundation
- Groton-Dunstable Alliance for Youth
- GD Arts
- GD Science Technology Engineering Math
Youth Supportive Services
Can't find what you need or need a referral to a mental health practitioner? Call 617-332-3666 x 411. For more information about the service and terms of confidentiality, please click here.
Disclaimer: Material on the Project INTERFACE web site is intended as general information. It is not a recommendation for treatment, nor should it be considered medical or mental health advice. Project INTERFACE urges families to discuss all information and questions related to medical or mental health care with a health care professional.
Featured Resources
Psychologically Speaking with Dr. Lynn Margolies
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- Executive Function Problem or Just in Your Child's Mind?
- Executive Function Problem or Just in Your Child's Mind? (Part 2)
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- Being a Wise Ally for Your Kids as they Face College Choice
- It’s a Family Matter
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- When Good Intentions Fall Short
- A Boy Divided
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- Bonding with your teen: a hidden opportunity
- Letting yourself see beneath the surface with your teen
- Know your limits: a prom primer for parents
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- Transitioning From High School to College: A Primer for Students with Disabilities
- Planning for College (for teens with a disability)
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Camps with a Mental Health Focus
Therapeutic Schools, from the MA Dept of Education.
The work of Project INTERFACE is supported in part by the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Project (MCPAP).
