Assistance with Food and Other Daily Needs
Women, Infants and Children: Register for the WIC Nutrition Program to receive healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and more, free of charge to families who qualify
StreetCred: Tax preparation assistance for families whose children are patients of BMC
Department of Transitional Assistance and SNAP: Assists families in meeting basic needs and achieving long-term economic self-efficiency
Boston Low Income Resources: Help for needs like food, heating, and public transportation fare
Saving for the Future
BabySteps: MA program that helps you save for your child’s future education
Compass Working Capital: Savings and financial coaching programs
Bank On Boston: Helps you open a checking or savings account to save, grow, and access your money
Boston Builds Credit: Help to build and increase your credit score, which can help build wealth
Women's Money Matters: Help to build financial wellness, confidence, and security for low-income women
Employment Resources
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission: Services for people with disabilities, such as training, employment, and federal benefits
Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development: Employment assistance, medical leave, and unemployment benefits
Find a MassHire Career Center: Search for MA employment and training services near you
Employment Options: Community, education, employment, and other support for people in mental health recovery
Youth Engagement and Employment: Job-related resources and trainings for young people in Boston
More Than Words: Empowers people ages 16-24 by giving them a paid job, support, and more
Housing
St. Mary's Home: Housing and skill-building for pregnant and parenting teenagers and their infants/toddlers
Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Shelter, medical care, and support for homeless, runaway, and at-risk people ages 14-24
Financial Help for Homebuyers: Help for eligible first-time homebuyers
Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT): Rental assistance for people facing eviction, loss of utilities, or other housing emergencies