Worcester Community Action Council

06/24/2026

"It meant the world to me knowing that there's people who are here to back me." 💙

For many young people, that support can change everything.

Through WCAC's Job & Education Center, youth gain work experience, build confidence, develop new skills, and discover opportunities they may never have imagined for themselves. Most importantly, they learn that they don't have to navigate their future alone.

Ready to take the next step? Visit our website to learn more and get connected with the Job & Education Center: https://wcac.net/education-and-employment/

06/22/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WCAC Welcomes Giselle Rivera-Flores as Chief External Affairs Officer

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Worcester Community Action Council Welcomes Giselle Rivera-Flores as Chief External Affairs Officer Worcester, MA – Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) today announced the hire of the new Chief External Affairs Officer, Giselle Rivera-Flores. In this newly created execu...

06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, WCAC offices will be closed on Friday, June 19th.

Juneteenth is both a moment of reflection and a call to action—to remember our history honestly and to continue working toward a more equitable future for all communities.

We will reopen during regular business hours Monday, June 22nd

06/18/2026

🎉 Up, Up, and Away — Our Future is Bright! 🎉

We recently celebrated Certificate Day with our WCAC Head Start Home-Based families, honoring a year of growth, milestones, and learning. Our little learners continue to amaze us as they build confidence and skills alongside their families who are their first and most important teachers.

Through weekly home visits and monthly socializations, our Home-Based program supports expectant parents and families with children birth to age 3 across Southern Worcester County, meeting families where they are and helping children soar.

💛 For more information or to apply, visit: https://wcac.net/youth-and-family-services/early-head-start/

06/15/2026

✨ Taking it back to one month ago at our Annual Resiliency Awards! 🏆

What an incredible morning celebrating the people and organizations who make our community stronger every single day. From our dedicated WCAC team to our outstanding award recipients — United Way of Central Massachusetts, United Way of South Central MA, Ricema, the Center for Health Impact, Nicole Amoako-Atta, and Congressman Jim McGovern — this event was a true reminder of why we do what we do. 💙

We are so grateful for every person who shows up, cares deeply, and works to make a difference.

🔗 Learn more about our programs at https://wcac.net/

06/13/2026

Head Start isn't just a preschool — it's a lifeline for the whole family. 💛

This year, Worcester Community Action Council's center-based Head Start program served 175 children in early education and care, but the impact goes so much further than the classroom.

Through wraparound services, teachers, family advocates, and specialists, we walked alongside families through housing challenges, language barriers, IEP meetings, and so much more. We supported 34 children with IEPs this year, attending evaluations, advocating at meetings, and standing side by side with parents every step of the way.

And then there are moments like this: a little girl who struggled so deeply with confidence that she was diagnosed with selective mutism, who by the end of the year stood up in front of a room full of parents and sang out loud. Her mom was in the crowd in tears. That's Head Start.

Head Start is here for your whole family. 💛

Ready to get this support for your family? Apply online at https://wcac.net/youth-and-family-services/head-start/ or email [email protected] with any questions.

06/10/2026

When life throws the unexpected your way, no heat, no hot water, a broken refrigerator, or rising energy costs, WCAC's Energy Department is here to help.

From free home energy assessments and energy-saving appliance upgrades to heating system repairs, replacements, insulation, and weatherization services, our team works to make homes safer, healthier, and more energy efficient. We know these programs can seem overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate them alone. One phone call is all it takes to get started.

Whether you're facing an energy emergency or looking to lower your utility bills, we're here to walk you through every step of the process.

Ready to learn what services may be available for your home? Contact WCAC's Energy Department today at 508-754-1176 or email [email protected] to get connected.

06/08/2026

From dinosaurs to outer space, from the Hawaiian shores to infinity and beyond — our WCAC Head Start students proved this year that there are no limits to where they can go! 🦕🌺🚀✨

We wrapped up another incredible school year with our annual Certificate Day and what a year it has been! It has been an honor to serve our families and to be trusted with the care and education of their little ones. That means the world to us.

This year, we are proudly sending 76 children off to kindergarten ready to thrive thanks to the strong foundation built through Head Start.

Questions about enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year? Reach out to [email protected]. or visit https://wcac.net/youth-and-family-services/head-start/

06/07/2026

The Southern Worcester County Community Resource Fair is happening this Thursday! 💚

This event brings together local organizations, community partners, and resources all in one place to help support individuals and families throughout our community.

From clothing and insurance assistance to food resources, furniture, employment support, and more, these events are about making connections that matter. Every conversation has the potential to open the door to new opportunities and support.

Join us and discover the power of community collaboration.

See the full list of agencies and organizations currently registered to attend in the event details.

06/03/2026

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