In these fast-moving and uncertain times, it’s important that we show up for each other and remember that we are not alone. We are setting this up based on the efforts of Somerville/Medford and Jamaica Plain’s mutual aid groups.

The Coronavirus pandemic is rapidly changing the way society functions. In order to mitigate the spread of the disease, people are practicing social distancing. This slows down the rate of infection enough to both lower the ultimate number of people infected, and spread those infections out over many months to ensure adequate care as the healthcare system becomes overwhelmed. However, neighbors need to help neighbors right now, and this is especially true for vulnerable populations such as the elderly or immunocompromised. People may need help obtaining groceries or remote support. Most importantly, they will know they are not alone. The Neighborhood Aid Network has one simple goal: To provide a platform for volunteers to coordinate care on a neighborhood basis.

In the last few months this network has helped uplift neighbors through remote connection, grocery shopping and delivery, and other forms of solidarity. We have raised more than $60,000 for the greater community which has funded emergency microgrants and critical grocery deliveries. For food and financial support at this time, click our "need support?" page.





Please note this is the mutual aid group for Cambridge, MA, USA.