Connect Locally
In many areas, you can connect with other local parents, providers, and activists who care about new parent mental health by joining a regional coalition. Find local resources and help make a difference in your community. Please note that this page is updated monthly. If you are aware of similar groups that you believe should be included here, please email us at jcolbert@massppdfund.org.
Region: Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket
Contact: Kerry McCarthy, Coordinator
kerry.mccarthy.miller@gmail.com
Meets virtually on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 10-11 AM, except during July and August.
Franklin County Perinatal Support Coalition
Region: Franklin County
Contacts: Linda Jablonski and Robin Sudlow, Co-Chairs
linda.jablonski@baystatehealth.org/ rsudlow@servicenet.org
Meets monthly on the 4th Thursday of the month from 9-10 am.
Region: Hampshire County
Contact: Grace Nowakoski
hampshirecoperinatalcoalition@gmail.com
Contact Grace for meeting information.
Region: Amesbury, Boxford, Haverhill, Georgetown, Groveland, Merrimac, Newbury, Newburyport, Salisbury, and West Newbury
Contact: Beth Brown, Coordinator
Region: Worcester
Contact: Dr. Sara Shields
worcesterhealthybaby@gmail.com
Meetings are hybrid/quarterly; contact worcesterhealthybaby@gmail.com about meetings and @WorcesterHealthyBaby on Facebook for more information. More local resources for parents and caregivers can also be found on this site.