RCAP Solutions, Inc.

Next week, representatives from RCAP Solutions and the entire Rural Community Assistance Partnership Incorporated (RCAP) network will be visiting Washington, D.C. for the 2025 Fly-In! The annual Fly-In is a time meet with elected officials and ensure our programs continue to receive proper funding. We've created a virtual presentation to enhance our conversations. Check it out here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewidDTUi We're excited to engage with government representatives about the critical importance of water and wastewater infrastructure. Access to clean water is not just a necessity; it's a fundamental right that impacts health, education, and overall quality of life in our rural areas. #RCAPOnTheHill #RCAPOnTheHill2025

We're asking our staff #WhyRCAPSolutions is their employer of choice! Meet Anyelica, Triage Associate within our Housing Consumer Education Center (HCEC), where she supports individuals and families with housing resources, including financial assistance for renters. Anyelica explains how her passion for helping others drives her to bring joy to those she serves. Our team is growing and we're in search of talented individuals who have a passion for serving individuals, families, and their communities. Check out our full list of available positions and apply today: https://lnkd.in/eSXWYHk

#TestimonialTuesday: Check out this video from Jorge, a private well homeowner in Boxborough, Massachusetts, who discovered high levels of E. coli in his water. These bacteria can cause gastrointestinal illness including severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. https://lnkd.in/eHK_7Bc2 "An Act Protecting Drinking Water Quality in Private Wells" (SD.847/HD.3597) – filed by Senator Jamie Eldridge, Representative Natalie Blais, and Representative Meghan Kilcoyne – aims to provide protections for households who rely on private wells for their drinking water. We've partnered with The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts and several other organizations to form the Coalition for Safe Drinking Water. This Coalition is currently engaging with key stakeholders and government officials ensure all Massachusetts residents have safe water to consume! #WhatsInYourWellWater #mapoli

Last week, RCAP Solutions was delighted to participate in the Worcester Senior Center's Valentine's Day celebration! ❤️ We provided information about our Intergenerational HomeShare Pilot Program in collaboration with the Worcester Community Connections Coalition of YOU, Inc., an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation. The pilot program, which is focused on gauging interest among senior homeowners in providing affordable housing opportunities for Worcester-area graduate students, is made possible thanks to a generous $10,000 grant from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation. For more information, visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/ex46mfGV P.S. We'll be back at the Senior Center (128 Providence Street, Worcester, MA 01604) on Monday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 26. Mark your calendars and come stop by!

RCAP Solutions will be closed on Monday, February 17 in observation of Presidents' Day. We will re-open and be available via email, phone, and fax on Tuesday, February 18 at 8:30 AM. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend! 💚

Due to the overnight winter weather advisory, RCAP Solutions' Worcester, MA office will open at 10 AM on Thursday, February 13, 2025. Please be careful out there!

#TestimonialTuesday: RCAP Solutions assists small drinking water and wastewater utilities, rural communities, and individuals in finding solutions to their infrastructure needs. We work to build financial, managerial, and operational capacity to rural and tribal communities throughout all six New England states, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Our efforts have helped communities access millions of dollars in grants and loans and trained thousands of individuals through customized on-site technical assistance and workshops. Our professional staff are committed to the strength and vitality of rural America and are available to assist with the extensive and intricate challenges infrastructure development can bring. For more information about these services, visit: https://lnkd.in/eQCS2D-a

RCAP Solutions' Worcester office will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, 2025 due to the impending winter storm. All scheduled meetings will be rescheduled to a later date. We will resume regular business hours at 8 AM on Friday, February 7, 2025. Stay safe out there!

Attention Water and Wastewater Operators in #Massachusetts, #Connecticut, and #RhodeIsland! RCAP Solutions will be hosting several in-person workshops focused on Basic Math skills and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Anyone from MA, CT, or RI can attend these sessions and will earn TCHs. Register using the links below ⤵️ • BASIC MATH FOR OPERATORS – Agawam, MA (Tue, Feb 11 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM): https://lnkd.in/eWE4JS-m • SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT OVERVIEW – Agawam, MA (Tue, Feb 11 from 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM): https://lnkd.in/eFVqVREu • BASIC MATH FOR OPERATORS – Worcester, MA (Wed, Feb 12 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): https://lnkd.in/eWE4JS-m • SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT OVERVIEW – Worcester, MA (Wed, Feb 12 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM): https://lnkd.in/eFVqVREu • BASIC MATH FOR OPERATORS – Greenfield, MA (Wed, Feb 19 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM): https://lnkd.in/eWE4JS-m • SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT OVERVIEW – Greenfield, MA (Wed, Feb 19 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): https://lnkd.in/eFVqVREu These workshops are made possible due to the generous support from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

#TestimonialTuesday: This neighborhood in Westminster, Massachusetts had extreme amounts of sodium chloride in their private well water. From discolored and distasteful water coming from the tap, unpleasant showers, and stained clothes after washing, this contamination affected every part of these homeowner's daily lives. https://lnkd.in/gF-MYqjh "An Act Protecting Drinking Water Quality in Private Wells" (SD.847/HD.3597) – filed by Senator Jamie Eldridge, Representative Natalie Blais, and Representative Meghan Kilcoyne – aims to provide protections for households who rely on private wells for their drinking water. We've partnered with The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts and several other organizations to form the Coalition for Safe Drinking Water. This Coalition is currently engaging with key stakeholders and government officials ensure all Massachusetts residents have safe water to consume! #WhatsInYourWellWater #mapoli