Community Action Agencies

Private, nonprofit human service and advocacy organizations established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 that provide emergency assistance to people in crisis; address the causes of poverty through programs that fight unemployment, inadequate housing, poor nutrition and lack of educational opportunity; and provide training in advocacy skills. Community Action Agencies (CAAs), also known as Community Action Programs (CAPs), operate a variety of core services in the communities they serve. Included are GED and ESL education, job training programs, Head Start and day care, weatherization and energy assistance programs, health services, services for older adults (e.g., Foster Grandparents and RSVP), emergency food assistance and homelessness prevention programs. They are also involved in affordable housing creation and renovation and small business assistance.

  • North Shore Community Action

    North Shore Community Action Programs, Inc. (NSCAP) is the designated anti-poverty agency for Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, and Salem. NSCAP provides a range of programs and services in five key areas: Education and Training, Economic Stabilization, Housing and Homelessness Prevention, Energy Services, and Home Care. NSCAP is a vital member of the community; we recognize that…

  • Community Action Inc. (Haverhill)

    Community Action Inc. (CAI) provide a variety of services to the residents of the Greater Haverhill area. Its Housing Services program assists tenants with advocacy and information regarding rights and responsibilities including working with utility companies to maintain services. This program also responds to emergency needs for food, clothing and other necessities. The Emergency Food…

  • Community Action Inc. (Amesbury)

    Community Action, Inc. Amesbury Center offers the following support services: a food pantry, clothing bank, emergency food/ shelter/ rent/ utility program (EFSP), heating assistance, and the WIC program. It also provides referrals as well as assistance to people facing homelessness or utility shutoffs or having difficulty meeting household expenses. The Food Pantry is open to…