Ashland Prevention & Human Services

09/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our International Overdose Awareness Day event. 💜

It was meaningful to come together as a community to remember and honor those we have lost to overdose, support one another, and recognize the importance of prevention, recovery, and connection.

Thank you to everyone who attended, as well as our speakers and community partners who helped make this event possible. We are grateful to everyone who took the time to join us and be part of such a meaningful day. 💜

08/24/2026

Next Monday — August 31

Join us for Ashland’s International Overdose Awareness Day event as we come together to remember those we’ve lost, support those affected, and raise awareness.

Monday, August 31
3:30–5:30 PM
Outside the Ashland Public Safety Building
Parking is available at Ashland High School

We hope you’ll join us.

Join us for International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday, August 31, from 3:30–5:30 PM as we come together to remember those we have lost, support those impacted by overdose, and strengthen our commitment to prevention, education, and hope.

This free event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. Together, we'll honor loved ones, raise awareness about overdose, and help reduce stigma while fostering a community of understanding and support.

We hope you'll join us in recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day. Please see the flyer below for event details. You can also RSVP through our Facebook Event, and feel free to share the event to help spread the word.

08/21/2026

08/10/2026

Share Your Voice: Opioid Needs Assessment Community Survey

The Town of Ashland wants to hear from you. We are gathering community feedback to better understand local needs, challenges, and resources related to substance use, prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Your input will help guide future planning efforts and ensure opioid settlement funds are used to support programs and services that best meet the needs of our community.

Take a few minutes to share your thoughts by completing the community survey here: https://advocatesforhuman.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0GOpskj2zh1fqRM

08/06/2026

August Food Drive

Help us fill the shelves of the Ashland Food Pantry! We're collecting non-perishable food and household essentials to help keep our pantry stocked and support local individuals and families in our community.

Donation Drop-Off Locations:

Ashland Community Center
162 West Union St.
Lower rear of building — last door.

Community Center Donation Hours:
• Mondays: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Wednesdays: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Fridays: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

OR

Shaw's Supermarket
Pond Street
Donation bin available during regular store hours.

Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for helping support the Ashland Food Pantry and our community!

Please see the flyer below for a list of our most-needed donation items.

08/05/2026

Join us for International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday, August 31, from 3:30–5:30 PM as we come together to remember those we have lost, support those impacted by overdose, and strengthen our commitment to prevention, education, and hope.

This free event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome. Together, we'll honor loved ones, raise awareness about overdose, and help reduce stigma while fostering a community of understanding and support.

We hope you'll join us in recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day. Please see the flyer below for event details. You can also RSVP through our Facebook Event, and feel free to share the event to help spread the word.

07/16/2026

The Ashland Food Pantry is incredibly grateful to The Greater Boston Food Bank for awarding us a $9,992 Community Investment Grant. Thanks to this funding, we've enhanced our pantry with new shelving, storage, and organizational improvements that help us better serve Ashland residents.

We also want to recognize our Food Pantry Coordinator, Yucchi Cote and the many volunteers who help make the Ashland Food Pantry a welcoming and supportive resource for our community.

Thank you, Greater Boston Food Bank, for your continued partnership and support of food access in Ashland.

06/23/2026

We’re proud to share the 2026 Sticker Shock Awareness Campaign video, a community effort to prevent underage drinking and promote healthy choices for youth in Ashland.

This work was made possible in collaboration with our Human Services and Prevention Department and the DAET Coalition, led by Youth Coordinator Berlin Awach, with support and advocacy from the Ashland High School Youth Prevention Council.

Thank you to WACA-TV for featuring this story, the Ashland Police Department for coming out to support and raise awareness, and the local businesses that generously allowed us to feature Sticker Shock materials in their shops.

It was a successful 2026 Sticker Shock Awareness Campaign, and we are grateful to all partners who helped make it happen.

Funding for this campaign was provided through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant No. 5H79SP084344-02.

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.