Basic needs social services are essential programs and support systems designed to ensure that individuals and families have access to fundamental necessities required for a dignified and healthy life. These services encompass vital aspects like food security, shelter, healthcare, and education.
Food assistance programs provide nutritious meals to those facing hunger and food insecurity. Shelter services offer housing and homelessness prevention initiatives, guaranteeing safe and stable living conditions. Healthcare services encompass affordable medical care, ensuring everyone can access essential treatments and preventive measures.
Basic needs social services also include educational support, such as access to quality schools and resources, empowering individuals to enhance their skills and opportunities. By addressing these fundamental requirements, these services promote equity and equality, safeguarding the well-being and potential of all community members. They play a pivotal role in building a compassionate and inclusive society, where no one is left behind, regardless of their circumstances.
LUK, Inc.
- 1-800-579-0000
- https://www.luk.org/
- 545 Westminster Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Lynn Economic Opportunity, Inc.
- (781) 581-7220 Ext: 283
- https://leoinc.org/
- info@leoinc.org
- 156 Broad Street, Lynn, MA
Magic Hat Thrift Shop
- (781) 639-3120 ext. 5113
- http://www.magichatthriftshop.com/
- magichatthriftshop@gmail.com
- 217 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945
Main South Community Development Corporation (CDC)
- (508) 752-6181
- https://www.mainsouthcdc.org/
- 875 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Mansfield Social Services
- 508-261-7464
- https://www.mansfieldma.com/175/Social-Services-Fuel-Assistance
- 255 Hope Street, Mansfield, MA 02048
Many Hands Thrift Shoppe
- https://fpcberlin.org/many-hands-thrift-shoppe/
- info@fpcberlin.org
- 24 Central Street, Berlin, MA 01503
Marblehead Food Pantry
- (781) 631-5335
- https://www.facebook.com/p/Marblehead-FOOD-Pantry-100071512422069/
- 80 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945
Marge Crispin Center, The
- (781) 848-2124
- http://www.margecrispincenter.com/services/
- margecrispin@verizon.net
- 46 Lincoln Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Marlboro Community Cupboard
- (508) 370-4902
- https://www.uwotc.org/MCC
- 255 Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
Marlborough Hospital
- (508) 481-5000
- https://www.ummhealth.org/marlborough-hospital
- 157 Union Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
Marlborough Human Services
- (508) 460-3758
- https://www.marlborough-ma.gov/human-services
- 255 W Main Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
Marshfield Food Pantry
- (781) 837-0359
- http://www.marshfieldfoodpantry.org/id2.html
- Volunteer@marshfieldfoodpantry.org
- 1837 Ocean Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Martha’s Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA)
- (508) 693-9440
- https://www.vineyardtransit.com/
- info@vineyardtransit.com
- 11 A Street, Edgartown, MA 02539
Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance
- (978) 825-7300
- https://www.mass.gov/locations/north-shore-transitional-assistance-office-dta
- 45 Congress Street, #4120, Salem, MA 01970
Maynard Food Pantry
- (978) 764-5279
- http://www.maynardfoodpantry.com/
- 82 Main Street, Maynard, MA 01754
Medfield Food Cupboard
- (508) 359-4958
- https://medfieldfoodcupboard.com/
- info@medfieldfoodcupboard.com
- 93 West Street, Medfield, MA 02052