Fitchburg Family Resource Center (FRC)
A welcoming hub where families can find guidance, parenting support, and connections to community resources. The Family Resource Center helps parents and caregivers build strong, stable households while ensuring children feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive.
About our Family Resource Center
At Making Opportunity Count, the Fitchburg Family Resource Center (FRC) provides free, confidential services that strengthen families and build community connections. Our staff work alongside parents and caregivers to address challenges, celebrate successes, and connect families to the resources they need.
From support groups, parenting groups, and youth programs to referrals for housing, healthcare, and behavioral health, the FRC is a trusted place for families to get help, build resilience, and create safe, nurturing environments for their children.
Our Services
The Fitchburg Family Resource Center offers parenting support, youth activities, community referrals, and family workshops—all designed to help families grow stronger together.
Parenting Education & Family Support
Workshops, family partner coaching, and support groups that build parenting skills, strengthen relationships, and provide guidance for caregivers.
Youth Development & Leadership
Youth groups, leadership activities, and positive engagement opportunities that encourage resilience, connection, and success for young people.
School & Community Connections
School liaison services to help families navigate education systems, plus referrals to housing, healthcare, behavioral health, and other local resources.
Supervised Family Visitation & Supports
Safe, supportive space for DCF supervised family visits, along with assistance accessing basic needs such as food, housing, utilities, and emergency resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do services cost?
All Family Resource Center services are offered at no cost. Families will never be billed or asked to pay to participate.
Do I need insurance or meet income requirements?
No. Insurance is not required, and there are no income limits to use FRC services.
What if I speak a language other than English?
Services are provided in any language with the assistance with language links.
What are supervised family visits?
The FRC provides a safe, supportive space for families to have court-ordered or DCF-supervised visits with their children, with staff ensuring visits are child-centered and respectful.
Can the FRC help with school issues?
Yes. Our school liaison works directly with families and schools to support attendance, behavioral, and academic needs, helping children succeed in school.
Do I need a referral to come to the FRC?
No referral is needed. Families can call, walk in, or email the center directly to learn about services and programs.
Our Impact
Last year, the Family Resource Center supported over 1,000 families, offering parenting workshops, youth programs, and referrals to essential services.
Location Information
The Fitchburg Family Resource Center serves as a hub for family support and referrals across North Central Massachusetts. Families can call or visit the main site to learn about services, join activities, or get connected to local resources.
Fitchburg Family Resource Center
76 Summer Street, Suite 230
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Tel: 978-516-5042
Email: frc@mocinc.org
Services Provided
- Parenting workshops and family support
- Youth groups and positive development activities
- Community referrals for housing, health, and education
- Family events and resource navigation
Fitchburg Family Resource Center is a program of Making Opportunity Count and is funded by the Department of Children & Families.
Have questions? Need help? Let’s get in touch.
We’re here to answer any questions you have. Just reach out and a Making Opportunity Count employee will be happy to chat about how our organization can support you.
Phone: 978-516-5042
Email: frc@mocinc.org
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