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On October 13th we held a COVID-19 Vaccine Forum where we learned more about COVID-19 and the importance of getting vaccinated. Please join us on October 23rd from 9-1pm in back of WATCH’s office at 24 Crescent St. Must be 18+ to be vaccinated No documents necessary No pre-registration needed but you can reduce your…

For more information visit our employment resources page  WATCH Work Grant Through generous donations, WATCH is able to provide grants for up to $500 for one-time expense that will enable applicant to better access work opportunities.  Examples:  bus pass, car repair, uniform, equipment. Grants are for Waltham residents who have lost income or job access due…

Waltham is now a high risk community for COVID-19 transmission. Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting regularly tested and getting vaccinated! The Pfizer vaccine is now FDA approved! COVID Testing:  Click here to see where to get testing.  You can search by location, free, MassHealth and no referral required among other options. COVID…

The federal eviction moratorium has been extended until October 3rd for areas with substantial or high COVID-19 transmission rates, this includes Waltham. In addition, Massachusetts residents who apply for rental assistance due to COVID-19 related income loss, are protected under a state eviction moratorium until April 2022.Notices to quit for nonpayment must continue to show…

Our guest speakers: Mark Alston-Follansbee, Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS) Katie Forde, Office of Housing Stability, Department of Neighborhood Development, Boston share information on how their municipalities passed ordinances requiring landlords to notify tenants of legal and financial resources when they are facing eviction. Nuestros hablantes invitados: Mark Alston-Follansbee, Agencia de Acción Comunitaria de…

WATCH is conducting a survey of its members to assist us in plans for future reopening in-person services at our office. Please answer the following questions. There is an optional space at the end for more detail or comments. All information submitted will be kept private and confidential. Please contact office@watchcdc.org or 781-891-6689 if you…

UPDATE June 25, 2021 – President Biden has extended the Eviction Moratorium until July 31, 2021. Great news! The Federal Eviction Moratorium has been extended for the last time through the end of July. Meaning tenants are protected for one more month. Make use of this opportunity and create a game plan for the end of the…

You have rights as a tenant and if you are being harassed by your landlord please seek help. Tienes derechos como inquilino y si estás siendo acosado por tu propietario, busca ayuda. WATCH Flyer re Harrassment WATCH Flyer re Harrassment (ESP) Resources/ Recursos  Greater Boston Legal Services https://www.gbls.org/ MCAD (Massachusetts Comission Against Discrimination) (617)994-6000 https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-commission-against-discrimination…

Please make sure you (tenant) DO NOT leave your apartment while owing massive debt. We CANNOT help families get rent arrears once they leave their apartments.  Landlords will not get their back rent payments from rental assistance if the tenant moves. If you have applied for RAFT/ERAP please wait 4 to 6 weeks before hearing back…

Behind on your rent?  Received a notice to quit? There are three rental assistance options available: the State, the City of Waltham and WATCH. 1) ERAP- Emergency Rental Assistance Program New federal program for rental assistance- ERAP (replacing RAFT as the primary funding for rental assistance through Metro Housing Boston) *** Available starting 3/22/21 *** Eligibility: 80% AMI…