Caregiver Assist Line of Massachusetts

YOU’RE THERE FOR EVERYONE ELSE. LET US BE THERE FOR YOU.

Individuals working in early childhood give so much of themselves every day—and can carry considerable stress. The Home for Little Wanderers’ Caregiver Assist Line of Massachusetts (CALM) is a non-crisis helpline created specifically to support members of this crucial workforce who are supporting children from infancy through age 5.

Designed with the realities of early childhood work in mind, CALM connects callers with an empathetic and knowledgeable listener who possesses experience and expertise in the field. Our team offers support before, during and after workplace concerns arise, offering professionals a compassionate space to pause, connect and talk through work-related challenges and associated personal issues.

In addition to active listening, CALM provides useful tools and resources, reducing professional stress—because caring for yourself is an essential part of caring for others.

HOW WE HELP

Services available in English and Spanish

• Provide social support during times of stress
• Offer space to confidentially process anxieties and challenges
• Give peer-to-peer guidance, resassurance and validation
• Recommend next steps and appropriate community resources
• Address gaps in care and improve access to information

Whether you’re processing a difficult interaction, feeling the weight of burnout or looking for guidance on next steps, we can connect you to experienced listeners and relevant community resources. By offering early support and connection, CALM aims to prevent burnout and reduce the risk of crises—supporting a healthier, more sustainable workforce for the children and families who depend on us.

ABOUT OUR STAFF:

• Master’s level clinicians
• Mental health consultants who are experienced early educators
• Clinically trained and supported