Lexington, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
A network of nonprofits and public agencies works across Lexington on housing, aging, youth, and family support, because a wealthy town still has neighbors who need a hand. These are some of the most established places to find help or to volunteer.
Community Organizations
| Organization | What they do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Housing Authority | The town’s public housing agency, running affordable rental homes for elderly, disabled, and family households, including the Countryside Village and Greeley Village communities. | 1 Countryside Village · 781-861-0900 |
| Lexington Housing Assistance Board (LexHAB) | A town-chartered nonprofit that buys, builds, and manages permanently affordable rental and ownership homes, with preference for people who live or work in Lexington. | 1620 Massachusetts Ave, Suite 4 · 781-863-5362 |
| Minuteman Senior Services | The regional aging-services agency for Lexington: home care, home-delivered meals, caregiver support, and benefits counseling for older adults. | One Burlington Woods Dr, Suite 101, Burlington · 888-222-6171 |
| Youth Counseling Connection | An independent nonprofit, formerly Lexington Youth and Family Services, offering free and confidential short-term counseling and support groups for local teens and their families. | Lexington, MA 02420 |
| Lexington Community Center | The town’s hub for after-school activities, teen drop-in programs, and youth clubs, alongside senior and recreation programming. | 39 Marrett Rd · 781-698-4840 |
| Lexington Chamber of Commerce | The nonprofit that supports local businesses and runs community events that draw visitors to the historic center. | 1620 Massachusetts Ave · 781-862-2480 · lexingtonchamber.org |
Public Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Cary Memorial Library | Free programs, computers, and a library card for any Massachusetts resident, at 1874 Massachusetts Avenue. 781-862-6288. |
| Council on Aging / Senior Services | The town’s senior services, based at the Community Center, 39 Marrett Road. 781-698-4800. |
| The Lexington Observer | A nonprofit local news site covering town government and community life. editor@lexobserver.org · lexobserver.org. |
For current hours and a fuller list, see the town’s human services pages at lexingtonma.gov.