THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 27, 2023 Page 7 munity for a fun day. Participants joined us at the race event at River’s Edge Park, as well as virtually, to raise just under $68,000 for HFI programs. “We are so grateful to all the participants and sponsors who made the day a success!” If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2023 Annual Housing Families 5K, email communications@housingfamilies.org for more details. Annual Thanksgiving Drive: For Generous donations from Malden Catholic High School this year’s Thanksgiving Drive, HFI had amazing partners at United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley, Malden YMCA, Bread of Life and Melrose Together, as well as the support of the Housing Families Young Professionals Advisory Council. With their help, HFI provided over 180 bags of Thanksgiving groceries and meals for families and individuals in HFI’s programs! Annual Holiday Drive: “Thank you for generously supporting our Holiday Drive again this year! We are so grateful to our community for collecting hundreds of toys and gift cards so we could make the holidays extra special for the families in our programs!” “Thank you for helping us reach over 100% of our year-end fundraising goal! Haven’t made your gift yet? It's not too late! Every dollar helps us provide more for our community. [https://housingfamilies.org/donate/?mc_ cid=8963009a6c&mc_eid=5d55242d5c] Community Resources “We know this time of year can be challenging for many. We have compiled resources that may be helpful if you are seeking support… If you or someone you know needs help or is facing eviction or homelessness, please reach out to us via our Get Help page.” Bread of Life – Malden Food Pantry Project Bread – Massachusetts Food Resources SNAP – Massachusetts Food Stamps WIC (Women/Infants/Children) – Massachusetts Nutritional Program Malden Warming Center: The MWC is here to serve those experiencing homelessness by providing a warm and safe nighttime shelter during the winter months. The MWC offers comfort, hot drinks and warm meals. Warm clothing and toiletries will be available as much as possible! Hours & Location: 529 Eastern Ave., Malden, Mass.; 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., December 1–March 31. For more information, visit maldenwarmingcenter.org or call 781324-4230. “As we reflect on 2022, we are giving thanks for you. Thank you for being part of our community!” Volunteer Alex Wu organizes the Hub. WE CAN HELP PAY YOUR HEATING BILLS! You may qualify for ABCD’s Fuel Assistance Program and be eligible for as much as $2,200 towards your heating costs (oil, gas, or electric). New Chelsea office rals to support services and provided 23,205 meals to shelter guests thanks to partners at Bread of Life, The Food Drive and local restaurants. Homelessness Prevention & Legal Services Program: Office of Housing Stability:This spring HFI’s Homelessness Prevention and Legal Services Program (HPLSP) partnered with the City of Malden to create the Office of Housing Stability. This allowed HFI to expand the services it offers to Malden residents. HPLSP Chelsea Office: HFI partnered with the City of Chelsea’s Department of Housing & Community Development to open HFI’s new HPLSP Chelsea Office, which held its grand opening it July. Chelsea residents seeking legal services and/or financial assistance may contact HFI’s Chelsea Office at probonolegalteam@ housingfamilies.org. Staff are multilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin & Haitian Creole. In 2022 HPLSP served 2,236 individuals, as well as 1,000 families, and prevented 515 evictions! Community Resource Hub: In August HFI’s Community Resource Hub marked its one-year anniversary! The Hub offers nutritious, culturally appropriate food and grocery assistance for clients in HFI’s programs. They also provide child care, hygiene and cleaning supplies, as well as mobile support serving clients directly to their homes. Since January of 2022, the Housing Families Community Resource Hub served 96 families, distributing 555 bags of groceries across 322 appointments or deliveries. Clinical Services: This year HFI expanded its Clinical Mental Health support to serve individuals and families across HFI’s programs. HFI’s clinical services include individual counseling, a women’s group, and caregiver support services, and HFI plans to further expand these services in 2023. Annual Housing Families 5K: On November 12, HFI held its Annual Housing Families 5K, powered by BOND and presented by United Rentals. The Annual Housing Families 5K furthers HFI’s vision of housing equity and well-being for all, raises awareness for National Homelessness Awareness Week and brings together the local comMaximum benefit is $2,200 Household of 1 = $42,411 Household of 2 = $55,461 Household of 3 = $68,511 Household of 4 = $81,561 Cold days are coming. ABCD’s got you covered. APPLY TODAY! Last day to apply is April 30, 2023 Residents of Boston, Brookline, and Newton: 178 Tremont Street, Boston, MA — 617.357.6012 Residents of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Winchester and Woburn: 18 Dartmouth Street, Malden, MA — 781.322.6284
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