Cambridge, MA Assistance Programs

Below we the Cambridge assistance programs.

If you would like to see ALL of the assistance programs in Middlesex County community resources, visit the link below: All Middlesex County Assistance

Services Provided on this page:
> Housing Programs and Assistance. ie. low income housing
> Food Assistance. ie. pantries, soup kitchens
> Free Clothing Assistance
> Homeless Assistance ie. shelters, day shelters, homeless assistance
> Rehab Assistance Programs ie. low cost and free rehab centers
> Numerous Helpful programs not listed above ie. bus tickets, free rides

Assistance Programs In Cambridge, MA

Cambridge, MA Housing Assistance

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Middlesex County.

Ethiopian Community Mutual Assistance Association (ECMAA)

552 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 202
Cambridge, MA - 02139
(617) 492-4232
Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services and referrals regarding education, employment, health, housing, family and social services, cultural orientation, interpretation and translation, advocacy, citizenship and civic action...

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Cambridge Multi-Service Center

362 Green Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-349-6340
Provides a range of services to Cambridge-based homeless families and individuals, including assistance for elders and people with disabilities. Services by City and partnering providers include information and referral, short-term case management, housing search, job search, mental health and substance abuse counseling, money management, and legal assistance. Depending on circumstances, staff may be able to access limited funds to help with the cost of transitioning to new housing, or for use as a last resort to prevent eviction...

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Youth on Fire

1 Church Street (inside Y2Y Shelter space)
Cambridge, MA - 02138
617-661-2508
Drop-in for homeless and at-risk youth aged 14 to 24, open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11am to 5:45pm; meals served from 1:30 to 3pm, and snacks available at all drop-in times. Services available by appointment only on Tuesday and Thursday; call the telephone number above to schedule. Hot meals are served from 2:30 to 5:30pm on days when the program is open, and showers, lockers, food, counseling, case management, housing assistance, health care, clothes, laundry, computers, books, and games are also offered...

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Cambridge, MA Food Assistance

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Middlesex County.

Transition House(Cambridge)

1035 Cambridge Street, B10
Cambridge, MA - 02141
(617) 868-1650
Families. Offers emergency food and shelter, counseling, economic literacy programs, Haitian services, and outreach programs. MBTA accessible...

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Cambridge, MA Clothing Assistance

See our list of free clothing assistance programs below.

Children's Clothing Exchange Solutions At Work

391 Evereteze Way
Cambridge, MA - 02141
(617) 576-0039
Clothing exchange for homeless and transitioning families...

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Cambridge, MA Homeless Shelters and Homeless Assistance

Our list of homeless programs include emergency homeless shelters, day shelters, homeless resources for men, women, and families. Free public showers, etc

Heading Home Shelter

109 School Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-547-1885
They have short-term beds, as well as extended-stay beds with case management, for individuals (no gender restriction) who are sober only. Call them at 10:00 AM to reserve a bed; referral required (from staff at a previous shelter, the Multi-Service Center, or another provider). ..

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On the Rise's Safe Haven

341 Broadway
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-497-7968
Drop-in for clients who identify as women who are homeless and need a level of support that other programs may not be able to provide. This is not a general drop-in program, and women must meet with an advocate for an informal intake to determine whether On the Rise is the right fit. Open Wednesday and Friday from 8am to 4pm; and Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8am to 2pm. Helps women meet basic nutritional, hygiene, and safety needs while also receiving flexible support to begin addressing issues related to trauma, addiction, mental and physical health, domestic and sexual violence, disabilities, immigration, legal problems, and poverty...

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Harvard Square Homeless Shelter

66 Winthrop Street
Cambridge, MA - 02138
(617) 491-3434
Short-term and extended-stay beds for individuals (no gender restriction) who are sober only; extended-stay beds are typically reserved for persons who are working. Open from November 1 to April 15 only. Extended-stay beds are assigned by lottery. Call the 888 phone number above between 7:30 and 8am for a lottery number. Call back between 8:05 and 8:30am to find out whether your assigned number was selected for a bed. Lottery results will also be posted at the door of the shelter. For short-term beds, call at 9:30pm to find out about space availability...

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CASPAR's Emergency Services Center

240 Albany Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-661-0600
Beds for individuals (no gender restriction) who are actively using alcohol or drugs; shelter for more than one night requires proof of history of Cambridge or Somerville residency. Separate beds for guests who are seeking active support for recovery. To claim a bed, go in person to the shelter. Unlike most other shelters, the Emergency Service Center operates 24/7, and remains open to shelter guests throughout the day...

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Cambridge, MA Alcohol and Drug Rehab Assistances

Middlesex County, MA Alcohol and Drug Rehab

Local Rehab Assistance: 866-481-4384
Specialists trained to find the best treatment solutions at little to no cost. Call for location and rates for rehab.

Cambridge, MA Various Assistance Programs

Below we list the helpful resource programs we have found in Middlesex County.

The Women's Center

46 Pleasant Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-354-8807
Women can obtain information, referrals, and emotional support from staff and volunteers; access printed info about programs, services, events, jobs, health issues, etc.; and participate in issue-specific or general support groups. Hours of operation: Between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM on Monday to Friday Between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM on Saturday ..

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AIDS Action Drop-in

359 Green Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-661-3040
Services: Drop-in for HIV-positive people, with films, support groups, references, etc. Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ..

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Heading Home Transitional Program at the YWCA

7 Temple Street
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-491-6050 ex
For women only. Contact the phone number above for more information...

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Transition House's Transitional Living Program

P.O. Box 392016
Cambridge, MA - 02141
617-868-1650
For women with or without young children who have experienced domestic violence...

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Umoja Program at Salvation Army

402 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-547-3400
For men only...

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Friday Café at First Church

11 Garden Street
Cambridge, MA - 02138
617.851.5074
New drop-in program open on Friday from 1 to 5pm, from September to June only...

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Citywide Senior Center

806 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA - 02139
617-349-6060
For people 60 and older. Open Monday from 8:30am to 8pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; Friday from 8:30am to 3pm; and Saturday and holidays from 8:30am to 1pm. Offers social and recreational activities, ESL, computer access, and fitness classes. Breakfast and lunch served daily...

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Y2Y Shelter

1 Church Street
Cambridge, MA - 02138
617-864-0795
Short-term beds for youth aged 18-24 (no gender restriction) only. Open from October 15 to April 15 only. Beds are available for lengths of 30 nights or of 1 night, distributed by a lottery process. To enter the lottery for a 30-night bed, call the phone number above between 8:00am and 8:45am in the morning. To enter the lottery for a 1-night bed, call the number above between 9:00pm and 9:30pm...

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Government and Local Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing low income housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.

Financial Assistance

There are many financial assistance programs such as TANF Cash Assistance and other bill pay resources. We help uncover those for you.