Agency Details:

The City of New Bedford's Department of Community Services is comprised of three offices: the Council on Aging, Human Services and Recreation. The overall mission of the Department of Community Services is to design and implement innovative programs to improve the “human infrastructure” and quality of life for New Bedford’s residents.

Description:
The Office of Human Services:
-Assists the City of New Bedford in developing policies and programs that address human service needs and related issues with input from community-based organizations, educational institutions, neighborhood associations and area agencies;
-Provides Information & Referral services to constituents, linking them with appropriate agencies and services;
-Seeks outside funds and resources to support City /community projects

History:
The Department of Community Services was established in 2006, encompassing the City's Recreation Department, the Council on Aging, and the Office of Human Services.

Contact people:

Mali Lim, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Cynthia Wallquist, (phone)

Address:

City Hall, Room 221 133 William Street New Bedford, MA 02740 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.newbedford-ma.gov/commserv/overview.html#human_services

Last updated on October 22, 2009