MOC's mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities.
COMMUNITY SERVICES PROVIDEDSee Schedule OCOMMUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: YOUTH & TEEN SERVICESMOC delivers a range of youth development programs designed to support academic success, social-emotional well-being, and career exploration. Programs include after-school and summer initiatives, as well as targeted youth programming funded through state and local partnerships. The Youth Innovation Center serves as a hub for creative workforce development, offering hands-on learning in multimedia, digital design, and the arts. Youth also participate in peer mentorship, bystander intervention, and relationship-building programs that promote healthy decision-making. These services connect young people to positive adult supports, skill-building opportunities, and pathways toward future education and employment.WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SERVICESMOC's workforce development services support youth and adults in gaining the skills and experience needed to secure and maintain employment. Programs focus on career readiness, job training, and direct connections to employers. Youth employment programs provide structured work experiences, particularly during the summer months, while adult-focused initiatives support individuals facing barriers to employment, including those experiencing housing instability. Services include job coaching, skills training, placement support, and individualized case management to help participants achieve long-term economic stability.HOUSING SERVICESMOC provides a full continuum of housing supports for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Services include prevention and diversion programs that help households remain stably housed, as well as emergency family shelter, re-housing, and stabilization services. MOC operates multiple shelter sites and supportive housing programs for families with complex needs, including those with disabilities. Across all housing programs, MOC focuses on rapid connection to permanent
CHILD CARE & HEAD START SERVICESSee Schedule OCHILD CARE & HEAD START SERVICESMaking Opportunity Count (MOC) provides comprehensive early education and care services that support young children and their families across North Central Massachusetts. Through center-based and home-based programs, including Head Start and early childhood education, children receive developmentally appropriate learning experiences that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in safe, nurturing environments. Programs are available in part-day, full-day, and extended care formats to meet the needs of working families. In addition to early education, families receive support through parent engagement, developmental screenings, and connections to community resources. These services enable parents to maintain employment, pursue education, and build long-term stability while supporting school readiness for their children.
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICESMOC'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.