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.
Bourne United Methodist Church
- 508-759-4898
- www.bournecataumetparish.org
- 37 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA 02532
Boys and Girls Club of Worcester
- (508) 754-2686
- https://www.bgcworcester.org
- info@bgcworcester.org
- 65 Tainter Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Braintree Community Food Pantry
- (781) 277-1609
- http://www.braintreefoodpantry.org/
- 14 Storrs Avenue, Braintree, MA 02184
Brewster Thrift Store
- (508) 896-8744
- http://www.brewsterthriftstore.org/
- 1960 MA-6A, Brewster, MA 02631
Bridgewater State Continuing Studies
- 508.531.2788
- https://www.bridgew.edu/ccs
- ccs@bridgew.edu
- Moakley Center, 100, Burrill Avenue, Bridgewater, MA 02324
Canton Food Pantry
- (781) 828-6666
- https://cantonmahelpline.org/
- 960R Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021
Caring Health Center
- (413) 739-1100
- https://caringhealth.org/
- 1049 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103
Carlson Detox
- (413) 733-1431
- https://bhninc.org/content/carlson-recovery-center
- 471 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01107
Carolina Hill Shelter
- (781) 837-1377
- http://www.carolinahill.org/contact-us.html
- E-mail:ddmacarolinahill@gmail.com
- 728 Main Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Carver Veterans Agent
- (508) 866-3406
- https://www.carverma.gov/veterans-services
- 108 Main Street, Carver, MA 02330
Catholic Charities – North Massachusetts
- (781) 593-2312
- https://www.ccab.org/
- info@ccab.org
- 280 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970
Catholic Charities – Worcester
- (508) 798-0191
- https://www.ccworc.org/
- 10 Hammond Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Catholic Charities Sunset
- (781) 925-0710
- http://www.ccab.org/
- info@ccab.org
- 138 Edgewater Road, Hull, MA 02045
Catholic Charities, Leominster Office
- (978) 840-0696
- https://www.ccworc.org/locations/leominster-area-office/
- info@ccworc.org
- 196 Mechanic Street, Leominster, MA, 01453
Catholic Social Services Fall River
- (508) 674-4681
- https://www.ccfrdioc.org/
- FR-Reception@ccfrdioc.org
- 1600 Bay Street, Fall River, MA
Catholic Social Services New Bedford
- (508) 997-7337
- https://www.cssfrdioc.org/
- FR-Reception@cssdioc.org
- 238 Bonney Street, New Bedford, MA 02744
Center for Living & Working, Inc.
- (508) 798-0350
- https://www.centerlw.org/
- 18 Chestnut St Suite 540, Worcester, MA 01608