Are you a young person 21 years of age or younger? Are you a parent, guardian, or caregiver of someone 21 years of age or younger? Do you work with young people 21 years of age or younger? We want to hear from you!

Barnstable County Department of Human Services is conducting a needs assessment about the behavioral health needs of children, youth, and young adults (age 0-21 years) in the Barnstable County, Results from this assessment will help inform service offerings and decision-making in our region. Your contribution is valuable!

This survey is anonymous and voluntary, does not ask for your name or address, and you can stop taking it at any time. It only takes about 15 minutes to complete. Access the survey at www.capecod.gov/behavioralhealth

Barnstable County Sheriff Donna D. Buckley is pleased to announce that registration is open for the 2024 Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office Summer Youth Academy, which runs from July 1 to Aug. 1 at the Cape Cod Community College campus. 

This summer’s program is fully funded by Cape Cod Healthcare. Cape Cod Community College has generously donated the space for a second year.

Youth between the ages of 13 and 16 are invited to participate in this program of personal growth and development. The Academy runs four days a week, Monday through Thursday. “I’m thrilled to offer the youth on Cape Cod a program that will change their lives and shape their futures,” said Sheriff Buckley. “The youth of this community are one of the top priorities of this Office. We are grateful to all our partners, especially our sponsor Cape Cod Healthcare. They understand that the resources spent influencing children at a young age will deliver countless positive benefits for the future.”

“We are very proud to partner with the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office and support this summer’s 2024 Youth Academy program,” said Cape Cod Healthcare President and CEO, Michael K. Lauf. “Through our Community Benefits initiative, Cape Cod Healthcare is committed to reinvesting back into our community and helping local organizations who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of all who live here. We commend the Sheriff’s Office for providing a program that builds a strong foundation for local youth on many levels.”

Students will work with deputies from the BCSO, law enforcement officers, and youth experts from all over Cape Cod to develop pro-social skills and resiliency. In collaboration with local community partners, the youth will learn self-control, respect, teamwork, integrity, and positive communication. They will also have fun and make new friends. The program lasts five weeks. The goal of the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Youth Academy is to empower individuals, families, and communities to put an end to violence and crime, and to stop substance abuse and delinquency.

Space is limited. Please submit a completed Youth Academy Application to the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office for acceptance into the program by June 11, 2024. For more information, and to obtain an application for a student, please contact youthprograms@bsheriff.net.

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Cape Cod BMX is a non-profit organization that is located in Sandwich at Knippenberg Field – NO ONE SITS ON THE BENCH

FREE Open House

• Tuesday, May 7th | 5-6 PM

• Saturday, June 1st | 1-3 PM

• 65 Quaker Meetinghouse Road, Sandwich

Contact: 508-221-1839 | https://www.capecodbmxreg.com/

HAVE AN EXTRA ROOM IN YOUR HOUSE?

Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce is seeking host families for J-1 students during the summer. J-1 students are top college students from other countries who are given the opportunity to work in the USA during their college breaks.

• Great Summer Income Opportunity

• Extremely Rewarding Experience

Contact: christina@capecodchamber.org | 508.231.4450 | capecodj1housing.org

The town is seeking new Local Comprehensive Planning Committee members as we have had a few members step down. The current Local Comprehensive Planning Committee (LCPC) is comprised of representatives of all seven villages and members of several Town Boards and Committees.

The Town Manager is seeking to appoint additional members to the Local Comprehensive Planning Committee as it begins phase two of the planning process. The Town is looking to diversify representation on the Committee to ensure the Committee’s makeup is reflective of the community’s population and is therefore seeking applications, particularly from people of color, people with disabilities, and people whose first language is not English.

The Department of Children and Families is actively recruiting foster parents for children in your community and surrounding areas.

Our goal is to provide our foster children with a supportive and healing environment in a home in their own community until they can be reunited with their families or another plan can be made on their behalf. 

If you are thinking about becoming a foster parent, you can learn more about the application process and the supports provided by the Department by attending an informational meeting, checking out our Foster MA web page, or contacting me directly:

Courtney Davis
Family Resource Recruiter
(508) 894-3779 
Courtney.Davis@MassMail.State.MA.US

Did you or your family live in Hyannis and drink the water between May 2006 and July 2016?

Silent Spring Institute is recruiting in Hyannis for the MA PFAS & Your Health Study!

For more information contact:

pfas-health-study@silentspring.org

Tel: 508-296-4298

http://bit.ly/ma-pfas

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is excited to welcome you!

Membership dues are just $40 for youth members and $25 for adults annually, but financial aid may be available. Whether you want to start a new troop in your neighborhood, join an existing troop, or have questions,

Email: customercare@gsema.org

Call: 844-306-GSEM (4736)

Website: gsema.org

Cape Cod Family Resource Center Guide to Food Pantries Meals Programs

Serving families from every community on Cape Cod, regardless of insurance or income. 

• Parent Education & Support
• Information & Referrals
• Child and Youth Assessments
• Help Navigating Resources

Cape Cod Family Resource Center 29 Bassett Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601: 508-815-5100; CapeCodFamilyResourceCenter.org