the Coming Home Worcester and NE Regions App
Our directory provides quick access to agencies, resources, and reentry services available to ex-offenders in Massachusetts (and beyond). The directory contains contact information and a basic description of the services offered for each organization. We include other informational resources wherever it is possible. Contact the organization directly for the most up-to-date information. The editors cannot and do not vouch for the accuracy or quality of the services available.
Who needs quick access to reentry resources?
Coming Home Worcester and NE Regions is a useful tool for corrections practitioners, program staff, legal professionals, and policy makers. Additionally, the friends, families, and volunteers that work with former offenders may also find it a useful tool.
Screenshots
We will add screenshots to the section below very soon. Therefore, check back soon!
How to use as a progressive web application
Coming Home Worcester and NE Regions is available as a Progressive Web App or PWA (“App”). It’s simple to set up on your phone so you can access it from your home screen (see the instructions below).
How to add the app to your Smartphone’s home Screen
On certain smartphones, a prompt will appear to install the App on your phone. Please see additional instructions below on how to add the App to your smartphone’s home screen. Once you’ve added the icon to your home screen, you can launch the App whenever you need it.
Support for Progressive Web apps
| Platform | Browser | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | Safari & Chrome | In your browser settings, choose the share icon then choose “Add to Home Screen”. An icon for the App will be added to your home screen. The icon will launch the App which can be used online or offline (see using The App When Offline below). |
| iPhone | Firefox | (2/28/26) Firefox is scheduled to reintroduce support for progressive web applications. Instructions will be added here when support is stable. |
Get the App on Google Play (Apple Store Coming Soon)
App Store (iOS)
Soon to be available for iOS users. Not all devices may be compatible. If you’re having difficulty, please contact us.
Google Play (Android)
Available for Android users. Not all devices may be compatible. If you’re having difficulty, please contact us.
Support
Please contact us if you’re having difficulty and need support with the use of the Coming Home: Reentry Resources app. At the link above, you’ll find a form. Select “Need help with the app” in the first pull-down menu. Subsequently, you’ll have an option to tell us what type of operating system your phone uses and what device you have. Then, once we receive your message, we’ll get in touch!
Feedback on reentry Resources
We welcome your feedback and encourage you to tell us what works and what could be improved. Please visit our feedback form. We look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Push Notifications
Periodically, we may send push notifications (texts) about new programs, initiatives, and new reentry resources. We may also ask for your feedback. You will not receive push notifications if you don’t explicitly enable notifications on your device your desktop.
Privacy Statement
You can find our privacy policy on our website.
Disclaimers and Legal Statements
The Coming Home Worcester + NE App is not a government agency and does not represent any local, state, or federal government entity.
The source for information on each listing (including government entities) is typically the agency’s website which can be accessed through the listing for the agency. For example, our listing for the Massachusetts Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) displays the program’s URL (https://www.mass.gov/info-details/learn-about-home-energy-assistance-heap) to allow the user to find additional information. Agency listings are occasionally submitted by an agency representative via a web form or email, however those listings typically (if a website or social media profile exists) include the URL.
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