We at the William James College INTERFACE Referral Service are keenly aware of the shortage of mental health providers of color and how racial inequities exist in medical and mental health care. The College’s Black Mental Health Academy, Center for Multicultural and Global Mental Health, and other programs and academic offerings are playing a critical role in reversing this trend. We invite you to read a statement from our Black Mental Health Graduate Academy Scholars, and to stand with us as allies to drive change and address systemic racism.

Holden-Jefferson

Mental Health Topics

Holden is a town in Worcester County and Jefferson is a part of the town of Holden. The town was founded in 1741.

Community Resources

Emergency Mental Health Services Provider

Wachusett Regional School District

Bullying Prevention & Intervention

Health Services

Preschool Program

Special Education
- Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)
- Student Support

Davis Hill Elementary School

Dr. Leroy E. Mayo Elementary School

PTA

Dawson Elementary School

PTA

Mountview Middle School

Wachusett Regional High School

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School

Town Departments

Wachusett Food Pantry (WFP)

Hospitals

HELPLINE

888-244-6843 (toll free); 617-332-3666 (local)
Mon, Wed, Fri, 9am – 5pm
Tues, Thurs, 8am – 6pm
What to Expect When You Call

Recent News

A mystery illness stole their kids’ personalities. These moms fought for answers., by Richard Sima, The Washington Post, May 12 2024.
The Loneliness Curve: New research suggests people tend to be lonelier in young adulthood and late life. But experts say it doesn’t have to be that way., by Christina Caron, The New York Times, May 6 2024.
Kids are overscheduled. They’re also lonely. We’ve got to stop pressuring them before it’s too late., by Kara Baskin, The Boston Globe, Mar 15 2024.

Massachusetts is leading the way in assessment and early identification of mental health concerns in children. Pediatricians are seeing a significant increase in visits for primary mental health needs, and William James INTERFACE is supporting families in making early connections as research has shown that early intervention leads to better outcomes.