COVID-19 Resources

During the effort to contain COVID-19, NAICOB is prioritizing the health and well being of our community members and staff. We are currently offering in-person services. We still encourage your to make an appointment with the NAICOB staff, but walk-ins are welcome Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:00AM to 4:00PM. 
In additional to our regular services, the following COVID-19 services are available to Indigenous residents of Massachusetts:
  • Distributing at-home rapid tests (see form below or click this link: https://forms.gle/KSuNcgb2eQqyYTMd7)
  • Registering American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and First Nations/Indigenous peoples from other regions for COVID19 vaccine appointments. Contact Janelle at jpocowatchit@naicob.org or (617) 302-7876.
  • Distributing a variety of masks, paper goods, basic supplies, activities, etc. to our community members free of charge
  • Assisting clients with unemployment claims
  • Assisting clients and members with accessing emergency services
  • Making weekly and biweekly check-ins with members ​
Have questions related to COVID-19 or need support? Contact Janelle at jpocowatchit@naicob.org or (617) 302-7876 or Rebecca Tskonas at rtsakonas@naicob.org.
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​For COVID-19 updates from the City of Boston, please visit: www.boston.gov/news/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-boston

For updates from the state, please visit: www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-response-reporting

To apply for SNAP Benefits: www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-snap-benefits-food-stamps

To locate your nearest IHS service site: www.ihs.gov/findhealthcare

To apply for MassHealth: www.mass.gov/how-to/enroll-in-a-masshealth-health-plan-individuals-and-families-younger-than-65

For help with National Grid, visit: www9.nationalgridus.com/non_html/On_Demand_Electric_Initial%20v052209.pdf

For help with Eversource, visit: http://paceinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Eversource_Forgiveness_Program.pdf