Weather Advisory: Temporary Door Closure

Due to extreme cold, access through the Moakley Building's entrance off Boston Medical Center Place will be temporarily closed from 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, through 7 a.m. Monday, Feb. 2.

All patients and visitors should use the main entrance for the Menino and Yawkey Buildings during this time. The hospital remains open and operating as normal.

We appreciate your patience as we take these precautions during severe winter weather.

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Patient Resources

We recommend the following organizations to families and individuals needing additional support in their journey:

The Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline

The Helpline is a statewide public resource for finding substance use harm reduction, treatment, recovery, and problem gambling services. Helpline services are free and confidential, and available 24/7. Call 800.327.5050 or text “HOPE” to 800327.

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Partnership to End Addiction

Partnership to End Addiction has information and resources for families at every step of the way, from tips on preventing substance use to guidance on managing recovery from addiction.

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SafeSpot

SafeSpot, begun in 2020 as Never Use Alone Massachusetts and, later, the Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline, has provided virtual spotting services since October 2022. The hotline provides free, 24/7 service. Call 800.972.0590 to be connected to a paid operator with lived and living experience with overdose.

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