Hampshire County, MA Assistance Programs

Hampshire County Food Assistance Programs

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

Goshen Council on Aging

40 Main Street
Goshen, MA - 01032
(413)268-3316
Your Goshen Council on Aging (COA) serves all citizens 60 and over, with programs such as: Monthly luncheons (second Tuesdays in the upstairs dining room at the Town Hall at Noon); Coffee hour last Monday of the month 10 a.m. in dining room, everyone welcome; Outing every third Friday of the month; Muscle strengthening classes on Wednesday morning at 10 a.m.; "Goshen age friendly outreach group" for anyone that needs help or information in any health problem; Van service; Visiting of shut-ins; Personal improvement programs; Referrals to health screening and other health services; Fitness; Recreation; Meals on Wheels...

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Community Action of Pioneer Valley Ware

6 South Street
Ware, MA - 01082
413-967-4920
Basic Needs assistance. Our Community Resources & Advocacy program (formerly First Call for Help) assists people in finding and gaining access to resources such as food, public benefits, social services, counseling, and financial assistance. Heat & Utilities Shut-Off Assistance. SNAP Outreach partner. If you are having trouble applying for or keeping your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, this SNAP outreach office can help. Outreach partners can help you: Complete your SNAP application, interim report and recertification Understand the application process Gather and submit required verifications Remain eligible for SNAP by helping with the recertification process ..

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Community Action of Pioneer Valley Hampshire County

17 New South St., Suite 116
Northampton, MA - 01060
413-582-4237
Basic Needs assistance. Our Community Resources & Advocacy program (formerly First Call for Help) assists people in finding and gaining access to resources such as food, public benefits, social services, counseling, and financial assistance. Heat & Utilities Shut-Off Assistance. SNAP Outreach partner. If you are having trouble applying for or keeping your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, this SNAP outreach office can help. Outreach partners can help you: Complete your SNAP application, interim report and recertification Understand the application process Gather and submit required verifications Remain eligible for SNAP by helping with the recertification process ..

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Hampshire County Various Assistance Programs

Below we list an array of other helpful resource programs we have found in Hampshire County.

Williamsburg Senior Center

141 Main Street
Haydenville, MA - 01039
(413)268-8407
The Williamsburg Senior Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of lives of people over 60. The Senior Center provides programs and services for elders, their families and caregivers, in order to support elders in achieving the highest possible level of independence and activity in their lives. The Senior Center strives to provide information to the public on issues of aging, and acts as an advocate and liaison to elders in accessing local, State and Federal resources. The Williamsburg Senior Center works in conjunction with the Council on Aging Advisory Board...

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Westhampton Council on Aging

3 South Road
Westhampton, MA - 01027
(413)203-9808
The mission of the Westhampton Council On Aging is to provide and advance programs and services to enrich the lives of the older adults in the community. Our resources seek to promote independence, and to improve the quality of life through programs and services that enhance well-being and to provide services to help Westhampton elders live dignified and independent lives. All Westhampton seniors (60 and over) are invited to participate in the Council's many activities...

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Ware Senior Center

1 Robbins Rd
Ware, MA - 01082
(413)967-9645
It is the mission of the Ware Senior Center/Council on Aging to identify the total needs of the communitys elder population, to link services to those needs, and to improve the quality of life of our seniors...

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South Hadley Senior Center

45 Dayton Street
South Hadley, MA - 01075
(413)538-5042
The mission of the Aging Council is to establish policies and work with the director to provide programs and services for the elderly. ..

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Northampton Senior Center

67 Conz St.
Northampton, MA - 01060
(413)587-1228
We offer extensive programming for Northampton seniors and seniors in the surrounding communities...

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Middlefield Senior Center

169 Skyline Trail
Middlefield, MA - 01243
(413)623-9990
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Hadley Senior Center

120 Russell Street
Hadley, MA - 01035
(413)586-4023
The Committee on Ageing is a municipally appointed volunteer committee authorized under Massachusetts common law. The primary responsibilities of this Department include establishing local policy for the administration of programs and services for the elderly; identifying the total needs of the community's elderly population; developing, promoting, and implementing services to meet these needs; serving as an advocate for the elderly; and educating the community at large about these needs and available resources. Their ultimate goal is to improve the quality of life of Hadley's residents aged 60 and over and enable them to remain active and independent within their own communities. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ..

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Granby Council on Aging / Senior Center

10 West State Street
Granby, MA - 01033
(413)467-3239
The Council on Aging is committed to enhancing the lives of senior citizens, age 60 and older through services, programs and activities that educate, assist and advocate on behalf of the elderly...

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Food Bank of Western Mass Hatfield SNAP Assistance

97 N Hatfield Rd
Hatfield, MA - 01038
(413) 247-9738
Our SNAP outreach team assists households in Western Massachusetts to apply for the program. We screen individuals for eligibility and assist them throughout the SNAP application process, including gathering all of the necessary documentation to receive benefits. If you are having trouble applying for or keeping your Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, this SNAP outreach office can help. Outreach partners can help you: Complete your SNAP application, interim report and recertification Understand the application process Gather and submit required verifications Remain eligible for SNAP by helping with the recertification process ..

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Easthampton Council on Aging and Enrichment Center

19 Union Street
Easthampton, MA - 01027
(413)527-6151
The Easthampton Council on Aging & Enrichment Center (ECOAE) is a municipal department of the City of Easthampton. The ECOAE provides information, and some direct services to Easthampton residents age 55+ The ECOAE has many relevant resources for seniors, their caregivers, families and others dealing with age related issues. The ECOAE works in conjunction with Easthampton city departments and various senior service agencies. Our mission and purpose is: to provide social, recreational, health/fitness, programming, free outreach resources and help including intervention, information.We offer educational seminars and programs for senior residents in Easthampton, and secondarily, seniors in the surrounding communities. The Easthampton Council on Aging has included "Enrichment Center" in its title to broaden awareness of our many levels of service and programs for area residents age 55+. Priority is given to Easthampton residents age 55+, there are some exceptions for events and programs held at the center so they are open to all communities/ages...

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Community Breakfast - Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst

121 N Pleasant St
Amherst, MA - 01002
(413) 253-2848
Provides a free community breakfast on Wednesdays from 8am to 10am. The breakfast is open to the public free of charge and everyone is welcome to attend...

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Chesterfield Council on Aging

400 Main Road
Chesterfield, MA - 01012
(413)296-4007
They aim to identify the needs of seniors age 60 and over in the community and to develop and carry out programs and services to meet those needs. ..

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Belchertown Senior Center

60 State Street
Belchertown, MA - 01007
(413)323-0420
The Belchertown Senior Center is your place for both social and educational experiences. We offer a variety of activities and are always looking to complement and expand existing programs and add additional services. From our Tuesday morning craft group to the informal coffee corner - we pride ourselves by having something for everyone...

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Amherst Senior Center

70 Boltwood Walk
Amherst, MA - 01002
(413)259-3060
The Amherst Senior Center provides a focal point for information and referrals as needed, as well as a wealth of Senior Center activities...

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Hampshire County Assistance Locations

Government and Private Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing 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.