Ashland Prevention & Human Services

06/10/2026

Please help us spread the word!

The MetroWest Shared Public Health Service is hosting a Community Baby Shower on June 30 from 5–7 PM at The Corner Spot for expecting parents and new families. Attendees can connect with local resources, visit the Free Baby Boutique, enjoy family activities, and enter raffles for prizes.

Registration is encouraged but not required. See the flyer below for details and registration information.

06/01/2026

The Ashland Food Pantry is Returning Home!

The Ashland Food Pantry will be closed June 3 – June 8 as we relocate back to our newly renovated space at the Ashland Community Center.

Ashland Community Center
162 West Union Street, Ashland, MA
Lower Level

Reopening Wednesday, June 10
Normal business hours: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Please note that the Food Pantry will continue to operate via curbside pickup only, utilizing the lower-level entrance. Please use the last door on the right side of the building for all pantry pickups.

We are excited to welcome patrons, volunteers, and community members back to the Ashland Food Pantry in the Community Center. Thank you for your patience and support during this transition!

Please see the flyer below for additional details.

05/20/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month – Free Beginner Yoga

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, this free yoga class is open to all community members.

Join us for a beginner-friendly, slow-paced yoga session led by Julie Tokarowski, RYT-200.

When: May 20, 2026 @ 5:30 PM
Where: Ashland Community Center

What to bring:
Yoga mat
Water bottle

Ages: 16+
Cost: Free

Please email [email protected] to RSVP!

05/14/2026

Buried in Treasures – 15-Week Decluttering Workshop
Starting May 21st | 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
Public Library

Join Lauren Barretta, LCSW, for a supportive, judgment-free workshop designed to help you better understand clutter and build small, practical skills to feel more at ease in your home.

If clutter has felt overwhelming or hard to manage, this is a space to slow down, build insight, and make steady, manageable progress at your own pace.

Register via the Ashland Public Library event calendar: https://ashlandmass.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/in-person-buried-in-treasures-bit-with-the-clearpath-program/

Offered through ClearPath, a branch of Metro Community Development Corporation.

05/11/2026

Happening this Wednesday, May 13th from 3:30pm-5pm at the Ashland Community Center. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Ye7ECKSkxptmv4nN8

Are you caring for an older adult or recently taken on caregiving responsibilities? Caregiving can be both exhausting and emotionally demanding work.

With this in mind, the Ashland Community Center and the Ashland Prevention & Human Services Department are offering a Caregiver Support Group. This group is open to all, regardless of age or residence in Ashland. All are welcome.

Join us for connection with other caregivers, relevant topic discussions, and guest speakers led by Julie Tokarowski, LICSW.

First session: May 13th
3:30–5:00 PM

To sign up, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/Ye7ECKSkxptmv4nN8

04/19/2026

Join us for a free yoga class in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this May!

This beginner-friendly, slow-flow class is open to everyone ages 16 and up. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

The class will be led by Julie Tokarowski, RYT-200, at the Ashland Community Center.

To RSVP, please email [email protected].

04/17/2026

Are you caring for an older adult or recently taken on caregiving responsibilities? Caregiving can be both exhausting and emotionally demanding work.

With this in mind, the Ashland Community Center and the Ashland Prevention & Human Services Department are offering a Caregiver Support Group. This group is open to all, regardless of age or residence in Ashland. All are welcome.

Join us for connection with other caregivers, relevant topic discussions, and guest speakers led by Julie Tokarowski, LICSW.

First session: May 13th
3:30–5:00 PM

To sign up, please use the following link: https://forms.gle/Ye7ECKSkxptmv4nN8

03/20/2026

Reminder: Free Virtual Parent Presentation – March 25

Join DAET Coalition + Parents Against Va**ng (PAVe) to learn about teen ni****ne va**ng: warning signs, prevention tips, and how to talk with youth about quitting.

Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 PM | Zoom

RSVP link:
English: https://forms.gle/A1SQm6Z8aDXDSqcd7
Español: https://forms.gle/bKCH2Nk6aVhvdtpK9
Português: https://forms.gle/wtBGiCrCuDXm5mpRA

Flyers available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Please share with parents, caregivers, and community members who may be interested in attending!

03/19/2026

Join us next Wednesday, March 25 at 6 PM for a free virtual PAVe (Parents Against Va**ng) presentation on Zoom. Learn more about youth va**ng and how to support prevention efforts in our community.
Register below to save your spot!

Dangers of Youth Va**ng: What Parents Need to Know
Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 PM | Zoom

Youth va**ng continues to affect young people in our community. Many e-cigarettes are designed to look like everyday items, making them difficult for adults to detect. Behind the appealing flavors and designs are harmful chemicals and ni****ne addiction

The DAET Coalition is hosting this free virtual presentation in partnership with Parents Against Va**ng (PAVe). Parents, caregivers, school staff, and community members are encouraged to attend to learn about current trends, warning signs, and how to talk with young people about prevention and quitting.

Registration is required. The Zoom link will be sent after you RSVP.

RSVP:
English: https://forms.gle/SiJTjmRWvLEuNEos6
Español: https://forms.gle/2Ud4GiRrKfAAbTHBA
Português: https://forms.gle/UcxVnu1aNaQFE3ndA

Flyers and registration are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The presentation will be offered in English and Spanish, with Portuguese-translated slides available afterward.

Please share this event with others who may be interested. We hope to see you there!

02/21/2026

Dangers of Youth Va**ng: What Parents Need to Know
Wednesday, March 25 | 6:00 PM | Zoom

Youth va**ng continues to affect young people in our community. Many e-cigarettes are designed to look like everyday items, making them difficult for adults to detect. Behind the appealing flavors and designs are harmful chemicals and ni****ne addiction

The DAET Coalition is hosting this free virtual presentation in partnership with Parents Against Va**ng (PAVe). Parents, caregivers, school staff, and community members are encouraged to attend to learn about current trends, warning signs, and how to talk with young people about prevention and quitting.

Registration is required. The Zoom link will be sent after you RSVP.

RSVP:
English: https://forms.gle/SiJTjmRWvLEuNEos6
Español: https://forms.gle/2Ud4GiRrKfAAbTHBA
Português: https://forms.gle/UcxVnu1aNaQFE3ndA

Flyers and registration are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The presentation will be offered in English and Spanish, with Portuguese-translated slides available afterward.

Please share this event with others who may be interested. We hope to see you there!