G.N.B. Allies for Health and Wellness, Inc.

01/11/2026

Three actions could address the problem: Establish coordinated shelter services, fund medical respite care and expand community engagement.

10/29/2025

Food resource from Coastline!

Starting Nov. 1, people who rely on SNAP benefits may experience a break in food assistance due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. If you're age 60 or older, Coastline wants you to know that you may be eligible for a free lunch at any of the eight meal sites we serve.

Meals are served at 11:30 a.m. at each of these sites and is available Monday through Friday unless otherwise noted. Call 508-999-6400, Ext. 3 to reserve your meal at one of these sites:

Boa Vista Housing
134 South Second St., New Bedford

Buttonwood Senior Center
1 Oneida St., New Bedford

Tripp Towers Housing
12 Ruth St., New Bedford

Anderson Way Housing
2 Anderson Way, North Dartmouth

Dartmouth Senior Center
628 Dartmouth St., South Dartmouth

Fairhaven Senior Center
229 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven

Village Court Housing
1 Acushnet Road, Mattapoisett

Rochester Senior Center
(Tuesday-Friday only)
67 Dexter Lane, Rochester

This is a reliable option for a good meal and good company. See the flyer below for more details.

08/14/2025

GNB Allies Board of Directors celebrated summer and community with a New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park walking tour this morning. We learned about New Bedford’s historical ties to the Underground Railroad and the abolition movement. We ended our tour at the new Abolition Row Park at the corner of 7th and Spring Streets. Thank you to our tour guide Bob for an informative and enlightening visit!

10/06/2023

We had a great panel on food insecurity yesterday! Thank you to Liz Wiley from The Marion Institute, Rob Sheehan, the New Bedford Public Schools Food Service Director, Emma Melo of PACE Food Bank and Jocelyn Alfonso of the GNBCHC WIC program. Thank you also to all who attended in person or on Zoom!

Here are some of the helpful resources that were shared at the meeting:

Find Help: https://www.findhelp.org/

YMCA Full Plate Project: https://ymcasouthcoast.org/programs/full-plate-project/market-schedule/

United Way Mobile Market: https://unitedwayofgnb.org/mobile-market

10/06/2023

Upcoming FREE webinar on Family Mental Health! Check it out!

Do mental health conditions run in your family? It's common for mood disorders to exist across generations and relatives.

09/15/2023

Please take a minute to respond to this important survey!

The state's Community Health Equity Survey is an opportunity for people to share their public health experiences and priorities, creating data that will inform programs, funding, and resources in Greater New Bedford and across the state. The survey is available in 11 languages and open until early Fall - thank you for making your voice heard! Scan the code below or visit: www.mass.gov/healthsurvey

08/31/2023

Want to tell MA-DPH how to better meet the health needs of your community? Take the Community Health Equity Survey. Mass.gov/HealthSurvey

The Community Health Equity Survey helps MA-DPH learn about community health needs so it can plan resources and support near you. Take the survey. Mass.gov/HealthSurvey

A healthier community starts with your voice.

08/04/2023

This year's vigil will be in Dartmouth. Sadly no community is unscathed by the opioid epidemic.

Link to reserve a resource table: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=HzDZI8T0xECRWUvvpZFAc7yfCQKpFJJAu52aXf1JbSlUQ0JSNzY5RU1TVFpYVkpBNUJQSUMzWlQ3MS4u

07/27/2023

07/27/2023

07/27/2023

***City Takes Steps To Assist Residents During Heat Wave***

-Residents Encouraged to Use Cooling Centers At Libraries

-Lifeguard Coverage At City Beaches Is Extended

New Bedford, Massachusetts – The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for all of Southern New England, including New Bedford, from 11:00 am, Thursday, July 27, through 8:00 pm, Saturday, July 29. Heat Index values of up to 100 degrees are expected in the city.

In response to the extreme weather, the City will continue its practice of designating public libraries as cooling centers. All library locations have air conditioning and staff on hand to assist residents. Residents should check the City website for the operating hours of specific library branches: https://www.newbedford-ma.gov/library/

In anticipation of large crowds at municipal beaches, the City has extended lifeguard coverage at East and West Beach. Lifeguards will be on duty until 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 27, and Friday, July 28.

Mayor Jon Mitchell urged residents to take sensible steps to help keep their family and friends safe, saying “I encourage everyone over the next few days to check on elderly neighbors, children, pets, and those with health conditions that could put them at risk. A phone call or a visit could really make the difference for someone you care about. Please use common sense and take heat-related risks seriously.”

Safety Tips

The City encourages residents to follow the heat-related safety tips available at:

https://www.newbedford-ma.gov/emergency-management/emergencies-disasters/extreme-heat/

and pet-related tips at

https://www.newbedford-ma.gov/animal-control/pet-tips/hot-weather-tips/

National Weather Service Precautionary/Preparedness Actions

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

07/27/2023

Join the Dartmouth Advocates for Addiction, Recovery, & Treatment Committee, Fairhaven Opioid Task Force, and Greater New Bedford Opioid Task Force for Overdose Awareness Day on Wednesday, August 30th 5:30pm - 8:00pm at Dartmouth Memorial Stadium.

Dartmouth Police Department
Dartmouth Community Media
Dartmouth Public Schools
Dartmouth Public Libraries (Massachusetts)