Northampton, Massachusetts
Community Organizations
A city of about 29,000 does not run on City Hall alone. These organizations handle housing, counseling for children and teens, homeownership, and support for older residents.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton Housing Authority | The city’s public housing agency, managing federal and state subsidized apartments and rental assistance for Northampton residents. | 49 Old South Street, Suite 1 · 413-584-4030 · northamptonhousing.org |
| Cutchins Programs for Children & Families | A Northampton-based nonprofit providing counseling, residential treatment, a therapeutic school, and family support for children and teens. | 78 Pomeroy Terrace · 413-584-1310 · cutchins.org |
| Valley Community Development | A community development corporation offering first-time homebuyer education and counseling plus affordable-housing development across the Northampton area. | 256 Pleasant Street, Suite A · 413-586-5855 · valleycdc.org |
| Friends of Northampton Senior Center | A nonprofit that raises money and advocates for programs serving residents aged 60 and over, working alongside the Council on Aging and the Senior Center. | City page |
| Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce | The business association for the city and its neighbors. | 99 Pleasant Street · 413-584-1900 · northamptonchamber.com |
Senior & Health Resources
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Northampton Senior Center | The city department serving older residents, home of the Council on Aging. 67 Conz Street. 413-587-1228. |
| Cooley Dickinson Hospital | The community hospital, at 30 Locust Street. 413-582-2000. |
For a fuller list of city services and programs, see northamptonma.gov.