Resources in Berkshire County
This resource page was created through leadership by Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and with input from many groups and organizations across Berkshire County. If there are any key resources missing, please let us know.
How to use this page:
- For a quick list of resources near you, please click on your region of Berkshire County to find some key resources.
- For a
full list of resources in the county and in neighboring areas and states, we recommend
searching by zip code and
sorting the list by “closest.”
For resources in NY, CT, and VT, please be aware that eligibility may be limited to residents of those states.
North County
The following towns are covered in this section: Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Florida, New Ashford, North Adams, Savoy, Williamstown.
Want to speak to a live resource navigator? Call Northern Berkshire Community Coalition’s Resource Line at 413-663-7588.
Looking for more resources in North County? Find a complete list of resources put together on Northern Berkshire Community Coalition's
Resource Guide.
Food
Find Food Pantries and Meal Programs in North County.
Housing
Need help with Housing? Hearthway, serving all of Berkshire County, has the widest array of staff and resources to help with housing searches, rent help, and tenancy preservation.
- Call: 413-499-1630
- Email: info@hearthway.org
- Address: One Fenn Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Find other Housing Resources in North County.
Mental Health
Need help right now?
Call the MassHelpLine at 833-773-2445 or online chat. Available 24/7.
Need help finding a therapist who takes your insurance? Use the Berkshire Psychotherapy Network
Substance Use
Find a list of Substance Use Resources.
Substance Use Prevention Coalitions:
- Berkshire Opioid Abuse Prevention Coalition
- Find an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting
- Find an Al-Anon meeting
- Find a Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meeting
Jobs and Workforce Development
Find a list of Workforce Resources in North County.
Medical Providers
Primary Care Providers:
Pediatrics
Urgent Care:
Sexual and Reproductive Health:
- Tapestry | North Adams
Older Adult Services
Elder Services of Berkshire County provides programs and services that support adults aged 60 and older, and their caregivers. Services include exploring care options; providing assistance with nutrition and food security, housing, health, home care, financial wellness, transportation, and safety.
- To contact a Resource Specialist, call 413-499-0524 (Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM) or email esbc@esbci.org
Your town has a Council on Aging that provides information and resources for older adults. Find your local COA.
Children, Youth, and Families
Find a list of services for children and families in North County.
Veterans
Berkshire Veterans Outreach Center provides many supports and services for veterans.
- Call 413-448-6052
- Email berkvetoutreach@gmail.com
- 5 Cheshire Rd, Suite 128, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Central County
The following towns are covered on this page: Becket, Dalton, Hancock, Hinsdale, Lanesborough, Peru, Pittsfield, Richmond, Washington, Windsor.
Need to talk to someone about all the services available to you? Call a Community Navigator at Habitat for Humanity at 413-442-3181 x9 or email connecting@berkshirehabitat.org. Para Español: 413-442-3181 x4.
Food
Find Food Pantries and Meal Programs in Central County.
Housing
Need help with Housing? Hearthway, serving all of Berkshire County, has the widest array of staff and resources to help with housing searches, rent help, and tenancy preservation.
- Call: 413-499-1630
- Email: info@hearthway.org
- Address: One Fenn Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA 01201
- Walk-in Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9am – 3pm
Mental Health
Need help right now?
Call the MassHelpLine at 833-773-2445 or online chat. Available 24/7.
Need help finding a therapist who takes your insurance? Use the Berkshire Psychotherapy Network
Substance Use
Find a list of Substance Use Resources
Substance Use Prevention Coalitions:
- Berkshire Opioid Abuse Prevention Coalition
- Find an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting
- Find an Al-Anon meeting
- Find a Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meeting
- Visit the George B. Crane Memorial Center (provides meetings, resources and support)
Jobs and Workforce Development
Find a list of workforce resources in Central County.
Medical Providers
Primary Care Providers:
- Berkshire Health Systems
- Akwaaba Care Family Practice
- Pittsfield Neighborhood Health Center (CHP)
- Lenox Family Health Center
- Volunteers In Medicine (*Please note Volunteers in Medicine serves only clients ineligible for insurance)
Pediatrics
Sexual and Reproductive Health:
- Tapestry | Pittsfield
Urgent Care:
You may want to go to urgent care for a medical problem that is immediate but not life-threatening.
Emergency Care
Berkshire Health Systems is the emergency care provider in central county. If you need to visit the emergency room, it is at: 725 North St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Older Adult Services
Elder Services of Berkshire County provides programs and services that support adults aged 60 and older, and their caregivers. Services include exploring care options; providing assistance with nutrition and food security, housing, health, home care, financial wellness, transportation, and safety.
- To contact a Resource Specialist, call 413-499-0524 (Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM) or email esbc@esbci.org
Your town has a Council on Aging that provides information and resources for older adults. Find your local COA.
Children, Youth, and Families
Find services for children and families in Central County.
Find more information for youth and families about substance use prevention, mental health, community resources and more from SPARK (Supporting Positive Actions for Resilience & Knowledge).
Veterans
Berkshire Veterans Outreach Center provides many supports and services for veterans.
- Call 413-448-6052
- Email berkvetoutreach@gmail.com
- 5 Cheshire Rd, Suite 128, Pittsfield, MA 01201
South County
The following towns are covered on this page: Alford, Becket, Egremont, Great Barrington, Lee, Lenox, Monterey, Mount Washington, New Marlborough, Otis, Richmond, Sandisfield, Sheffield, Stockbridge, Tyringham, West Stockbridge.
You can also find more resources in the South County Resource Guide related to food assistance, housing, mental health, special needs services, and transportation.
Food
Find Food Pantries and Meal Programs in South County.
School Food Box Program: Did you know families with students in the Southern Berkshire or Berkshire Hills school system are eligible for the Food Box program? To sign up, contact the appropriate person below for your child’s school district.
- Southern Berkshire School District: Sarah Johnston: sjohnston@sbrsd.org; 413-229-8754 x314
- Berkshire Hills School District: Kate Burke: kate.burke@bhrsd.org
Housing
Need help with Housing? Hearthway, serving all of Berkshire County, has the widest array of staff and resources to help with housing searches, rent help, and tenancy preservation.
- Call: 413-499-1630
- Email: info@hearthway.org
- Address: One Fenn Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA 01201
- Walk-in Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9am – 3pm
Find a list of other Housing Resources in South County.
Mental Health
Need help right now? Call the MassHelpLine at 833-773-2445 or online chat. Available 24/7.
Need help finding a therapist who takes your insurance? Use the Berkshire Psychotherapy Network
Find a list of Mental Health Resources in South County.
Substance Use
Find a list of Substance Use Resources
Substance Use Prevention Programs and Coalitions
- Berkshire Opioid Abuse Prevention Coalition
- Railroad Street Youth Project
- Find an Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting
- Find an Al-Anon meeting
- Find a Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meeting
Jobs and Workforce Development
Find a list of Workforce Resources in South County.
Medical Providers
Primary Care/Family Medicine (All ages):
- Fairview Hospital
- East Mountain Rural Health Clinic
- Community Health Programs (CHP)
- Volunteers In Medicine (only serves individuals ineligible for insurance such as recent immigrants)
- Suburban Internal Medicine
- Lee Family Practice
- Lenox Family Health
Pediatrics:
Urgent Care:
You may want to go to urgent care for a medical problem that is immediate but not life-threatening.
Older Adult Services
Elder Services of Berkshire County provides programs and services that support adults aged 60 and older, and their caregivers. Services include exploring care options; providing assistance with nutrition and food security, housing, health, home care, financial wellness, transportation, and safety.
- To contact a Resource Specialist, call 413-499-0524 (Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM) or email esbc@esbci.org
Your town has a Council on Aging that provides information and resources for older adults. Find your local COA.
Children, Youth, and Families
Find services for children and families in South County.
Veterans
Berkshire Veterans Outreach Center provides many supports and services for veterans.
- Call 413-448-6052
- Email berkvetoutreach@gmail.com
- 5 Cheshire Rd, Suite 128, Pittsfield, MA 01201
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