We are hearing loud and clear from Acton and Boxborough that the need for services in our towns is exploding. More people then ever before need safety net basics such as utilities, support for housing and food, counseling, and mental health and abuse services.

• 70% increase in the number of people needing one-time emergency financial aid to pay bills
• 20% increase in elder abuse, neglect, self neglect and financial exploitation reports
• 22% increase in domestic violence police reports have been filed in Acton 
• Double the domestic violence police reports filed in Boxborough
  

But you can help! Your donation to the ABUW is carefully stewarded; we ensure that funds reach the greatest need. Your gift makes a difference:

• $100 provides 3 weeks of Meals on Wheels delivering good nutrition and a daily check to a home-bound elder
• $100 provides enough yogurt, cheese, butter, eggs and fruit for 30 clients at a food pantry
• $50 covers outreach intervention to the disabled and elderly at risk for losing their housing
• $25 supports a local senior in getting prescription drugs and health coverage
  

If you've already donated, thank you! If you have not, please consider donating today!

Your neighbors on the ABUW staff and board of directors.