Making Opportunity Count Inc

Child care & head start services moc offers a wide range of services to families with young children, emphasizing health and well-being, parent development, and early education and care. Our childcare programs foster cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in secure and nurturing settings. We conduct classes in preschool centers throughout the north central region, as well as through home-based providers. Depending on their needs, families can opt for part- time or full-day programs, after-school care, infant care, or programs for school-aged children. Moc's childcare services allow parents to pursue or maintain employment, undertake career training, or continue their education. Moreover, we link parents to training sessions and self- improvement programs, encouraging leadership skill development and community engagement.

Energy and environmental services: moc's energy services programs are dedicated to reducing energy consumption and heating expenses for low-income and elderly residents in north central massachusetts. Our skilled team, alongside trusted contractors, offers comprehensive weatherization services. Furthermore, we address and replace faulty heating systems, respond promptly to emergency no-heat situations, and run an appliance monitoring and replacement program. Additionally, under our low-income home energy assistance program (liheap) commonly known as fuel assistance, eligible households can receive financial support to help offset their winter heating costs, ensuring that everyone can stay warm regardless of their financial situation.

Nutrition services provided include the following: wic: north central wic (women, infants and children) is dedicated to enhancing the nutritional well-being of pre-natal and postpartum women, infants, and children. Wic is a special supplemental nutrition program that provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health and other social services to participants, ensuring that mothers and young children have access to resources for a healthy start. Elder services: moc's elder nutrition programs support healthier living and longevity for seniors in our community. We offer nutritionally balanced meals through both congregate settings and a home delivery service. Each meal meets a third of the daily recommended dietary allowance for adults. Beyond nutrition, our services aim to combat the social isolation frequently faced by the elderly, enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence. We also provide individual and group nutrition education to those participating in our program.