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Food, Basic Needs, and Health Services
Access to proper nutrition and health care are crucial for all, as are basic needs such as diapers and clothing. The lack of adequate income and the high cost of living make it difficult and sometimes impossible for low-income individuals and families to access healthcare or purchase the nutritious food they need, or equip themselves with basic necessities.
Many Community Action Agencies help families and individuals with limited resources by providing food relief and help applying for SNAP benefits as well as by promoting nutrition awareness, developing community support for hunger programs, and offering assistance applying for Mass Health.
Food, basic needs, and health or family services offered at your local Community Action Agencies:
Food Access
Food Banks and Pantries
Food and Meal Delivery Programs
Food Voucher/Gift Card Program
SNAP Enrollment Assistance
WIC Program Site
Culturally Specific Foods
Senior Food Program
Veteran Food Program
Holiday Meal Program
Basic Needs
Diaper Program
Clothing Support
Health Services
Basic Medical Care
Mental Health Services
Health Insurance Assistance
Mass Health Navigator Program Site
Sexual Orientation and/or Gender Identity Support
Reproductive Health and/or Family Planning or Support
NEWS: Summer Eats is a totally free-of-charge program that provides free meals to all kids and teens, ages 18 and under, at locations all across Massachusetts during the summer months. Click here for a list of locations or check out Project Bread’s interactive map of sites (updated regularly).
Other Programs
Access to Benefits
Early Education & Care
Energy Programs
Food, Nutrition, and Health
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AGENCIES OFFERING FOOD, BASIC NEEDS, AND HEALTH SERVICES