Resources are compiled by ABHC and are not exclusive to the neighborhood. ABHC does not endorse or recommend any resource in particular. For questions, additions, or edits to these resources, please Contact Us.
12-Step Program with Online Meetings
Substance Use
Online meeting room open 24/7
ABCD Allston-Brighton Neighborhood Opportunity Center
Adult Education
Services: Food Pantry, Summerworks, YEA, Job Search & Resume Assistance, Fuel Assistance, VITA Tax Prep, Food Stamp & Healthy Cooking Workshops, Housing Search Assistance, Emergency Utility Advocacy, Tech Goes Home
640 Washington St. Suite 203
Brighton 02135
617-903-3640
Contact: Elaina Schrechenberger
e.schreckenberger@bostonabcd.org
ABCD Neighborhood Opportunity Center Food Pantry
Food Resources
Free You must live in Boston (which includes Allston-Brighton), Everett, Malden or Medford. Food is available once per month, with exceptions during food emergencies. Food pantry items include staples such as beans, rice, peanut butter, pasta, etc., as well as perishable items including fresh produce, a variety of meat options, soups, eggs, and sometimes cheese. To receive food from the food pantry please provide: 1. A photo ID (passport or state ID) for the head of household 2. Income for the last 30 days for everyone over the age of 18 3. Proof of residency (ex: utility bill) 4. Proof of household member identification (ex: photo ID or health insurance or birth certificate).
Must call ahead to 617-903- 3640
PSF Community Center
640 Washington St, Suite 203, Brighton MA 02135
ABCD Utility Bill Support
Utilities
You can apply for ABCD Fuel Assistance online. ABCD utility bill advocacy If you qualify for fuel assistance (LIHEAP), we help pay your winter heating bill by working directly with vendors, and you can take advantage of many other services that are absolutely free. In addition to serving residents of Boston, Brookline and Newton, we serve the Mystic Valley cities and towns of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Winchester, Woburn.
Call Brighton office: 617-903-3640 or main office at 617-357-6012
Access Your Vaccination Records
COVID-19
Request, view and print your vaccination records and your COVID-19 SMART Health Card from the official Massachusetts Immunization Information System (MIIS).
Alcoholics Anonymous
Substance Use
Visit www.aaboston.org to find out if a meeting is being held.
Call AA Boston @ 617-426-9444 for meeting cancellations.
Alcoholics Anonymous – online group
Substance Use
All Bright Community Center
Adult Education
Services: ESOL, Resident Services
1287B Commonwealth Ave, Allston 02134
617-787-2976
Contact: Etta Anderson (ESOL) ettamanderson@aol.com
Contact: Sarah Pelayo (for Allston Brighton CDC residents) Pelayo@allstonbrightoncdc.org
Allston Brighton APAC Food Pantry
Food Resources
I.D. required, proof of income & residency.
Free
Allston Brighton APAC Food Pantry
406 Cambridge St, Allston
12pm-4pm.
Call ahead at 617-783-1485.
Allston Brighton Commuity Fridge
Food Resources
Open to all any time of day & night. Take what you need, leave what you can.
No I.D. required.
Free
404 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135
(Brighton Allston Congregational parking lot)
Allston-Brighton Food Pantry
Food Resources
Community Supper, Wednesdays 4:30-6p served to go with a 3-4 day food supply for one household. Food Pantry open on second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 9:30am-1pm. Receive a large box of food to supply family.
All are welcome. No I.D. required.
Free
617-254- 4046
Brighton Allston Congregational Church
404 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135
Allston-Brighton Residents & Landlords
Housing
Allston Brighton CDC is working with the city in helping residents and landlords expedite the process in accessing up to $15,000 in Boston Rental Relief funds. We want all residents and homeowners of Allston/Brighton to feel secure in their homes without the fear of being displaced. If you live in Allston or Brighton and in need of rent relief the Allston Brighton CDC is here to help!
Call our rental relief hotline at 617-787-3874 ext. 1000
Email us at rentrelief@allstonbrightoncdc.org
Applied Behavior Institute (ABI)
Mental Health and Grief Support
Asian Women for Health
Healthcare Mental Health and Grief Support
Asian Women for Health (AWFH) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting health, wellness and equity among Asian women. AWFH was founded in 2013 with the mission to improve the health and well-being of Asian women and their families by providing culturally and linguistically appropriate health education, advocacy, and support. AWFH believes that every Asian woman should have access to the resources and knowledge necessary to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. For more information, support or to get involved, please contact us on the web or at our office.
We work in communities around greater Boston, and our main office is at:
50 Milk St
Boston, MA 02109
Our Executive Director is:
Naheed Esar
nesar@asianwomenforhealth.org
ATCNE Behavioral Health Program
Addiction Treatment Center of New England Behavioral Health Program It only takes a single phone call to connect your patients with the next step in overcoming substance use disorder The Addiction Treatment Center of New England (ATCNE) Behavioral Health Program (BHP) program is designed to allow people with substance use disorder to connect to appropriate and immediate aftercare addiction support services. The BHP program’s goal is to provide individuals with same day admissions to cost effective clinical services. We are offering weekly counseling services, daily case management and peer support to individuals from the first day they are referred to ATCNE. Referral Process To refer an individual contact Will Barry at (617)-254-1271 ex. 119 Monday through Friday before 2 pm. If it is after 2 pm or a weekend, call (617)-599-4776.
Adam Tucker 617-254-1271 ex.130
Audio library of Alcoholics/Other Anonymous speakers
Substance Use
Bay Cover Human Services
Housing Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
Whether someone is facing challenges associated with mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, homelessness, or aging, we meet people where they’re at and partner with them to get to where they want to go.
BHA First Home Program
Housing
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Boston Community Choice Electricity
Utilities
Boston Community Choice Electricity (BCCE) gives Bostonians greater control over the electricity that powers their homes and businesses.
Boston Emergency Services Team | BEST Team Boston
Mental Health and Grief Support
Provides 24/7 crisis response and emergency mental health services to children, adolescents and adults in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Revere, Somerville and Winthrop communities. This team includes bilingual responders to serve all the residents in our communities, providing access to a comprehensive, highly integrated system of crisis evaluation and treatment services.
BEST Team Boston crisis line | 800-981-4357 or 800-981-HELP
Boston Freecycle Group
Clothing and Housewares
Boston Office of Housing Stability
Housing
Assistance finding and maintaining stable, safe, and affordable housing options, informing tenants of their rights and responsibilities, and helping navigate the individual and family shelter systems.
617-635-4200
HousingStability@boston.gov
Boston Rental Relief Fund
Housing
Requests up to $10,000 are being processed. The funds will help income-eligible tenants in the City of Boston who: do not have access to expanded unemployment benefits, or because of the nature of their jobs, the unemployment benefits they will receive represent a significant reduction in their actual income. If you need help paying your past or future rent, apply for rental assistance today. Applying for rental assistance may "stop the clock" on the eviction process if you currently have a case in Housing Court. These funds can be accessed regardless of immigration status, and these resources are not considered a public charge either.
For more information, email OHSIntake@boston.gov or call 617-635-4200.
Boston Tuition-Free Community College Plan
Adult Education
The application for the tuition-free community college plan, which provides a cost-effective entry point into higher education for Boston’s young people.
Brazilian Women’s Group
Adult Education
Services: ESOL, Immigration, Workers’ Rights, Women’s Co-op, Referrals
697 Cambridge St., Suite 106
Brighton 02135
617-202-5775
Contact: Heloisa Galvao
heloisa@verdeamarelo.org
Brazilian Workers Center
Adult Education
Services: Legal Services, Immigrant/ Workers’ Rights, ESOL, Leadership/Civic Training, OSHA Health & Safety Training, Mediation/Negotiation of Work Disputes, RAFT application Assistance, Food distribution and Covid-19 emergency assistance, Consular appointments for Brazilians, Notary Seals/stamps. Policy Strategy
14 Harvard St. 2nd fl., Allston 02134
617-783-8001
info@braziliancenter.org
Brighton Allston Congregational Church Thrift Shop
Clothing and Housewares
Our Thrift Shop is open on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Come here to find some great stuff, including children's clothes, books, kitchen items, and more. We welcome seasonally appropriate donations during our office hours.
Brighton Allston Congregational Church, UCC
404 Washington St, Brighton MA 02135
Office: baccoffice@brightonucc.org
Church: 617-254-4046
Brighton Allston Mental Health Association
Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
Community mental health clinic located on the Brighton Marine campus at 77 Warren St. We are a program of Italian Home for Children and serve people of all ages, providing individual, group, and family therapy. We have an urgent care program that provides easy access for ALL Mass Health clients to be able to connect with a therapist within 48 hours. We take almost all insurances.
Clinic director Michelle Clarke
Brighton Branch Library– Boston Public Library
Adult Education
Services: ESOL Conversation
40 Academy Hill Rd., Brighton 02135
617-859-2404
Contact: Uma Murthy, umurthy@bpl.org
Brightview Health
Healthcare Substance Use
* Outpatient Medication for Addiction Treatment * Medical stabilization for opiates, alcohol, and other substances * Counseling/ case mgmt * Same day and next day scheduling * Walk-ins welcome! * Medical assessments by licensed providers * Individual and group counseling * Telehealth * 24/7 Helpline: 833.510.4357 71 Washington St. Brighton, MA 02135
Paul Flaherty
P.flaherty@brightviewhealth.com
833.510.4357
71 Washington st.
Brighton, Ma
339 Massachusetts ave.
Arlington, ma 02474
401 highland ave.
Somerville, ma 02144
Buddhist-inspired Recovery Meetings
Substance Use
RDO is an independent Recovery Dharma community that works together to host safe, inclusive, and reliable Buddhist-inspired recovery meetings.
Call For Change Helpline
Mental Health and Grief Support Victims and Witnesses
A Call For Change Helpline is the country's first Helpline for people who use the tools of abuse in intimate partnerships. Yes, you read that right!
We are a confidential, anonymous helpline for adults and teens who want to stop using abuse and control in their intimate relationships. The Helpline is also for family, friends, and professionals who want to help them stop and those who have questions about consent.
Helpline staff are trained by Growing a New Heart's innovative frameworks to never collude with, minimize, blame-shift, or ignore abuse. Instead, they focus on a caller's choice to control and abuse, and the caller's underlying values, which permit them to abuse others. They help callers hold themselves accountable to values and choices that are safe and respectful.
The Helpline operates from 10 am to 10 pm EST, 365 days a year. We are not a hotline or emergency response service. We offer language translation and are 711 Relay friendly.
Call 877-898-3411 or email us at Help@ACallForChangeHelpline.org
Capital Good Fund
Financial Support
We are now providing Crisis Relief Loans to individuals that live in Massachusetts and Rhode Island (as well as our other geographies). These loans can be $300 - $1,500 and have a three month interest and principal deferment period at issuance (no payments required). They also have a very low interest rate of 5%. After the deferment period the loans will be repaid over 12 months in equal monthly installments. To put this in perspective, a $1,000 will have a total cost of $1,027--less than $3 per month of interest expense--with monthly payments of less than $86. There are no hidden fees or prepayment penalties, and we report loan payments to all three credit bureaus to help clients build credit. We hope these loans will be a good way for individuals to bridge cash needs during a period of reduced income.
Case Myrna
Victims and Witnesses
Casa Myrna Safe Link Statewide hotline –
877-785-2020
Casa Myrna Community Advocacy hotline –
617-521-0108
Casa Myrna Legal Helpline –
617-521-0146
Child Tax Credit
Tax Help
This website exists to help people: Get the Child Tax Credit. Understand how the 2021 Child Tax Credit works. Find out if they are eligible to receive the Child Tax Credit. Understand that the credit does not affect their federal benefits. It provides information about the Child Tax Credit and the monthly advance payments made from July through December of 2021. Every page includes a table of contents to help you find the information you need
City Life/Vida Urbana
Housing
METRO BOSTON RESIDENTS / RESIDENTES DEL AREA DE BOSTON: Are you worried you'll get evicted soon? ¿Estás preocupado de que te desalojen pronto? CALL OUR HOUSING HOTLINE / LAME A NUESTRA LÍNEA DIRECTA (617) 934-5006 (ENGLISH) (617) 397-3773 (ESPAÑOL) Are you fighting to stay in your home? Join us at one of our weekly meetings, where you can speak with an organizer and lawyer, and meet others that are fighting the same battles! We have meetings in three locations: Boston: Every Tuesday Night at 6:30, 284 Amory Street in Jamaica Plain. East Boston: Every Wednesday Night at 6:30, 28 Paris Street in East Boston.
CALL OUR HOUSING HOTLINE / LAME A NUESTRA LÍNEA DIRECTA
(617) 934-5006 (ENGLISH)
(617) 397-3773 (ESPAÑOL)
City of Boston Office of Immigrant Advancement
Immigration
Boston is a sanctuary city and personnel are there to assist with resources regardless of immigration status.
City of Boston’s Language and Communications Access on Twitter
COVID-19
Residents who have questions are encouraged to call 311 to be connected with a telephonic interpreter, or through the Mayor's Health Line at (617) 534-5050. Updates in 10 total languages can additionally be accessed through boston.gov/coronavirus#multilingual-help. Each language has its own page and hosts multilingual print materials distributed citywide:c
Residents can text BOSCOVID to 99411 to opt-in to alerts in English and the following keywords to opt-in to alerts in the languages below:
Text BOSEspanol to 99411 for Spanish
Text BOSKreyol to 99411 for Haitian Creole
Text BOSFrancais to 99411 for French
Text BOSKriolu to 99411 for Cabo Verdean Creole
Text BOSPortugues to 99411 for Portuguese
Comcast Internet Essentials
Internet
Internet Essentials customers can get monthly Internet Service and equipment at no cost.
Call 1-855-846-8376 for English or 1-855-765-6995 for Spanish.
COVID-19 Resource Guide for Boston’s Disability Community
COVID-19
COVID-19 Self-Test at Home Instructions
COVID-19
Instructions are available below in 12 languages.
COVID-19 Testing Guidance: What to do after a positive COVID-19 test
COVID-19
COVID-19 Vaccination Schedules: mRNA vaccines
COVID-19
COVID-19 Vaccine Materials
COVID-19
Available in Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole, Chinese, English, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Spanish, Swahili, and Vietnamese
Daily Table Grocery Store
Food Resources
A community grocery store with a mission to provide nutritious, quality, and delicious food for 30% less than other supermarkets. You can order online and pay using your EBT benefits (SNAP card) and receive free grocery delivery to residents within a 2 mile radius of any of their locations in Central Square, Dorchester & Roxbury. North Allston residents qualify for free delivery from the Central Square, Cambridge location.
DeNovo Center
Immigration
Free legal services for low-income immigrants in cases involving asylum, VAWA, T-Visa, U-Visa, Special Immigrant Juveniles, and forensic evaluations.
617-661-1010
Does Public Charge Apply to Me?
Immigration
What does the new public charge regulation do?
DTA HIP Finder
Food Resources
A map listing all the places in the state of MA to use HIP (Healthy Incentive Program) Benefits with an EBT card.
DTA SNAP and Cash Benefits during COVID-19 pandemic
Food Resources
The information in this document has been compiled by the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute (MLRI) and is updated as rapidly as possible.
Earn an associate degree or certificate for free at a community college
Adult Education
MassEdCO is helping people who are age 25 or older to enroll in the MassReconnect initiative.
617-536-0200
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
Housing
ERAP is a Federally funded program administered through the Regional Housing Administration Agencies (https://www.mass.gov/service-details/regional-administering-agencies-contact-listing). Up to $1,500 can be used for utility costs of eligible low-income rental households.
- Immigrants who may not be eligible for other assistance programs may apply.
Emotional-Support Help Line
Mental Health and Grief Support
Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is opening its Emotional-Support Help Line. Professionally trained mental health staff are there to support people who may be suffering from fear or stress over COVID-19. The service is free of charge and open to anyone.
Optum’s Emotional-Support Help Line number is 866-342-6892 and will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
EMPath
Adult Education
Services: Mobility Mentoring Services, Family Shelter, Family Support Services
10 Perthshire Rd., Brighton 02135
617-782-7600
English for Immigrant Entrepreneurs Class
Adult Education
English for Immigrant Entrepreneurs Funding from English for New Bostonians Do you have a small business? Are you thinking about starting a business? Are you self-employed? Are you an Intermediate-Advanced level English speaker who wants to improve your English? Join us for FREE 21 week session classes focusing on: • Improving Conversation & Grammar Skills • Writing a Business Plan • Customer Service • Marketing • Financing • Management • Computer Skills Classes will be held REMOTELY Tuesday & Thursday evenings January 10th –June 1st 2023 Participants living/working in the following neighborhoods welcome to apply: Allston-Brighton, Bowdoin-Geneva, Chinatown, Fenway/Kenmore, Mission Hill, Roxbury Please register no later than December 10, 2022
Michelle Duval
Eviction Help
Housing
Ch. 257 protections have been renewed. If you are in the process of applying for rental assistance, then you can NOT get evicted for non-payment of rent. Tenants must still show up for the housing court date and let the judge know that they have a pending rental assistance application. These protections have been renewed until March 31st, 2023.
Eviction self-help booklets in multiple languages
Housing
The booklets can help tenants prepare for court, outline their legal claims, and file court forms. There is also a booklet to help public housing tenants navigate the Grievance process. En español, Tiếng Việt, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, 简体中文
Family Emergency Assistance Shelter
Housing
Families applying for Emergency Assistance shelter through the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community development can apply
1-866-584-0653
Find Your Funds
Financial Support
findyourfunds.org is a collaboration of organizations in Massachusetts dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have access to stimulus payments and tax credits. You could get thousands of dollars in federal tax money and missed stimulus payments. You can have low or no income to get this money. Apply even if you have never filed taxes or don’t usually file taxes. Many more people were eligible for payments under new rules that applied in 2020 and 2021. It’s easy to apply. Sign up by November 15 to easily get your money this year.
FindYourFunds.org
Tax Help
FindYourFunds.org is a collaboration between Greater Boston Legal Services, Shah Family Foundation, MassCAP, Massachusetts Law Reform Institute, Boston Tax Help Coalition, and Children’s HealthWatch. Our goal is to help more people to file a tax return so that they can receive all of the payments and credits they are entitled to.
Free Citizenship Help
Immigration
Project Citizenship is a non-profit legal agency that provides free legal help to help lawful permanent residents apply for U.S. citizenship. We help determine if someone is eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship, complete and file applications for citizenship, and provide all materials needed to apply. We work collaboratively with other community organizations who provide free English and citizenship preparation classes. We are a Department of Justice recognized agency with immigration attorneys on staff. Since the end of 2014, we have helped over 10,900 immigrants submit their applications for citizenship! Our services are always free. We also help submit applications with fee waiver requests (to waive the government fee of the application) and medical disability waivers.
Contact Project Citizenship directly to confirm you are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship and schedule an appointment to fill out your application! You can call us, email us, or schedule a phone call via Microsoft Bookings.
Phone number: 617-694-5949
Email: info@projectcitizenship.org
Link to schedule phone call: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ProjectCitizenship1@projectcitizenship.org/bookings/
Free Computer and Internet
Internet
Adults who do not have access to a computer or internet to meet their educational needs can apply to the Boston Public Library's Long-Term Device Lending Program. Residents would receive a free computer and internet access through an LTE enabled Home Wi-Fi Router. The data plan is free through June 2023. Then the user can keep the Chromebooks, and eligible residents can choose an internet service provider at a low cost.
Free Covid Tests
COVID-19
ABCDC is partnering with the Boston Public Health Commission to offer FREE at-home COVID-19 tests! Stop by the All Bright Community Center at 1287 Commonwealth Ave between 10:30-5 Monday through Thursday to pick up some free tests. Please do NOT enter the building if you have COVID or COVID symptoms. At-home rapid tests are an important strategy to protect your friends and family from getting exposed. Help us stop the spread of COVID-19 in Boston.
fink@allstonbrightoncdc.org
857-990-6981
Free Financial Navigator Service
Financial Support
Are you financially impacted by COVID-19? Reach out to the Financial Navigators who can help you access free financial services. Complete this online form https://bit.ly/2IaHTYo or call 617-356-8229 to sign up. Haitian Creole, Spanish and Portuguese translation is available.
Call 617-356-8229 to sign up.
Free Job Training with employment services and stipend
Adult Education
Asian Women for Health’s (AWFH) Community Health Worker Workforce Development program aims to engage, train, and empower un/underemployed minorities who are underserved and underrepresented among community health workers (CHW). CHWs are on the front line of addressing health inequities by addressing obstacles like language barriers, cultural stigmas, and a lack of health literacy or education to access vital and life-saving services. The CHW role taps into the lived experience and knowledge of their fellow community members to serve as the bridge between them and the institutions with resources to help them. This FREE 12-week hybrid training program provides an opportunity for participants to enter the public health sector with support from CHW job training to placement with our employer partners.
We encourage and invite anyone who is interested in applying to attend! During the information sessions, we will also be conducting an in-person screening and test. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us at CHW@asianwomenforhealth.org or you can call our Case Manager at 857-256-1528.
FREE Multilingual Helpline for Families of Immigrant Students
Immigration
Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC) has a FREE helpline program that focuses on explicitly removing education access barriers for immigrant, migrant, and multilingual students. Education access barriers have begun to emerge in relation to school enrollment for immigrant families. As the new school year approaches, issues relating to language barriers, transportation, and special education can be difficult for immigrant families. Massachusetts Advocates for Children also have staff who speak Spanish and use phone interpreters to communicate with speakers of other languages so it is fine for anyone to leave a message in the preferred language.
Please feel free to contact MAC’s multilingual helpline at 617-357-8431 (or complete this form).
Free Tax Help for Boston Residents
Tax Help
If you're a Boston resident who earns up to $60,000 per year, make an appointment to file your tax return and file for the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit. Help is available - in person or remote - in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese, French, Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Call 311 for locations and hours.
FREE VIRTUAL English Conversation Classes
Adult Education
Boston College Neighborhood Center is hosting FREE VIRTUAL English Conversation Classes For Advanced Beginner & Intermediate Level Adults Living or Working in Allston or Brighton
Fall 2023 Class Schedule (October - December)
Sundays 9:00-10:00 a.m. Class starts October 1 Class ends December 10 Mondays 7:00-8:00 p.m. Class starts October 2 Class ends December 4 Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 p.m. Class starts October 3 Class ends December 5 Thursdays 7:00-8:00 p.m. Class starts October 5 Class ends December 7 Fridays 10:00-11:00 a.m. Class starts October 6 Class start December 8 Classes will be held on Zoom.
Please fill out the registration form to receive the Zoom link.
480 Washington St., Brighton 02135 617-552-0445
Contact: Maria DiChiappari, bcnc@bc.edu or bcneighborhoodcenter@gmail.com
Fresh Truck Mobile Produce Market
Food Resources
Mondays, 3-5pm. Check website for exact schedule and cancelations.
Walk up and welcome to all.
No I.D. required.
ACCEPT HIP/SNAP, cash, credit.Presentation School Foundation parking lot
640 Washington St., Brighton
email info@thefreshtruck.org, or call (617) 297-7685
FriendshipWorks
Healthcare Mental Health and Grief Support
Since 1984, FriendshipWorks has worked to reduce elder isolation by connecting volunteers with older adults for friendship and support. FriendshipWorks serves older adults age 60 and older (55+ with hearing or vision loss) in Boston, Brookline, and Newton, Somerville, and Cambridge. Our FREE programs include Friendly Visiting (connecting new friends that visit weekly), Friendly Helping (short-term task assistance), Medical Escort (accompaniment to a medical appointment), MusicWorks (bringing the joy of music to residents of long-term care facilities), and PetPals (pet visits to residents of long-term care facilities).
Contact us at: 617-482-1510 or online at www.fw4elders.org
Gardner Pilot Academy
Adult Education
Services: ESOL
30 Athol St., Allston 02134
617-635-8365
Contact: Michelle Duval, m.duval@live.com
Get free at-home COVID-19 tests
COVID-19
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order #4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.
Get Free or Discounted Internet Access
Internet
With the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program, you can save on your bill and may be able to get high-speed internet for free.
What are the program benefits?
Service discount up to $30/month
Service discount up to $75/month on qualifying Tribal lands
Device discount up to $100 for a qualifying device
How can I qualify?
- You, or your child or dependent are enrolled in government programs like Medicaid, SNAP, WIC, or others, or,
- Based on your household income.
Greater Boston Legal Services
Immigration
Free legal services for low-income immigrants, with priority given to cases involving asylum, individuals subjected to domestic violence, and unaccompanied children.
617-371-1234 or 617-603-2700
GriefShare
Mental Health and Grief Support
hosts free, in-person grief recovery support groups.
HandHold Massachusetts
Mental Health and Grief Support
HandHold Massachusetts helps families navigate the mental health system in Massachusetts Handhold has three main sections: * Should I worry? Helps parents explore if their kid is just being a kid, or if their behavior is something to worry about. Parents can learn about signs to look for and get suggestions on what to do next. * What can I do? Tips, tools, and strategies that have worked for other families, sorted by topic, and picked by Handhold. These are things parents can learn about or do from home. * Who can help? Carefully selected community organizations and government resources to help families find the right mental health services.
Harvard Ed Portal
Adult Education
Services: The Ed Portal offers learning opportunities for Allston-Brighton residents by connecting the community with resources at Harvard University. These include wellness classes and workshops, resources for job seekers, arts programs such as performance and art-making, academic and recreation programs for youth, character development for high school students, capacity building for local business owners, professional development for public school teachers, and more.
224 Western Ave., Allston 02134
617-496-5022
Contact: allston_edportal@harvard.edu
Health Law Advocates
Healthcare
Health Law Advocates offers free legal services to eligible healthcare consumers with regards to medical debt, health insurance claims, and more.
Healthcare
Healthcare
If you are undocumented and need healthcare, you may be eligible for MassHealth Limited, which provides care for medical emergencies, including visits to an emergency room. Public charge does not apply to MassHealth Limited.
1-800-841-2900 for English and Spanish service.
Visit MAhealthconnector.org or call 1-800-841-2900 for English and Spanish service.
Homes for All Massachusetts
Housing
hotline at 617-819-0188 in English or Spanish or visit their website.
Housing Code Checklist
Housing
Housing Match
Housing
HousingMatch.org is a private online shared housing community. Members access the database to post and search ads for Housing Wanted, Rooms for Rent and Housing Offered. Roommate members who share housing are prescreened and submit their background check report before posting an ad. Landlords can post an ad by creating an account. Agencies can create accounts, post and search ads, and refer new members. Scroll down for more information.
Housing Navigator
Housing
Comprehensive, searchable database of affordable housing in the state. It tracks some 160,000 units in 260 cities and towns, with plans to add more.
Housing Navigator Massachusetts
Housing
Housing Navigator Massachusetts, Inc. is a nonprofit promoting equity and ease in finding a home. Our first release–a free, online tool–makes it simple to search for affordable rentals statewide. Working with owners and public sector partners, we’ve built a database of income-restricted rentals from all over the state. We show listings whenever we have reliable, actionable information. Property owners verify their listings to take things one step further—everywhere you see the “Verified” sign—ensuring that renters find details they can trust.
Immigrant Health Toolkit
Healthcare
- COVID-19 vaccine FAQ
- Public Charge information
- Information about immigrants rights to health care
- Sensitive location information
Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)
Immigration
What immigrants can do now: People should go to a legal services provider to be screened for any possible immigration options other than DACA for which they may already eligible. The ILRC has a comprehensive client intake form to assist practitioners in screening. It can be found online at https://www.ilrc.org/screening-immigration-relief-client-intake-form-and-notes. The Immigration Advocates Network maintains a national directory of more than 950 free or low-cost nonprofit immigration legal services providers in all 50 states. It can be found online at https://www.immigrationlawhelp.org. Community members should be warned of fraudulent service provider schemes and educated about how to seek competent immigration help.
InnoPsych
Mental Health and Grief Support
Therapists of Color
Institute on Aging Friendship Line
Mental Health and Grief Support
24/7 call line, staffed by trained volunteers (not therapists) that are available for a friendly chat. Limited to one call a day to accommodate other calls. Interested?
Call 800-971-0016
Jackson/Mann Community Center
Adult Education
Services: ESOL, ABE, HiSET, Distance Learning, Computer Lab, Teen Program, Before/Afterschool, Preschool, Enrichment Classes, Recreation
500 Cambridge St., Allston 02134
(617) 594-6171
Carolline Pontoppidan De Paula
Director, Adult Education Program: carolline.depaula@jacksonmanncc.org
Jacqueline Ventura
Childcare
Weekdays 7:30AM-5:30PM Full-time and part-time care for infants through preschool aged children. Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $200/week Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Emergency Care Available: Yes Multiple Languages: Yes
71 Colborne Road, Apt GA
Brighton, MA
617-348-6465
JCC Early Learning Center
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-6:00PM Full-time and part-time care (two day minumum) for children aged 15 months to 5 years. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: Varies by age/# of days Tuition Assistance: Yes Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center
Adult Education
Services: ESOL, Workforce/Employment Training, Computer Class, After-school Homework Assistance, Family Nurturing Programs: Caregivers/Parents of Infants and Toddlers, Video/Web training Kithara youth and adult guitar lessons at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
123 Antwerp Street Extension
Brighton 02135
978-973-7830
Contact: Jo-Ann Barbour joannbarbour@charlesviewcommunity.org
To enroll contact: 617-782-2404
Keep Your Heat from Getting Shut Off this Winter
Utilities
Between November 15 and March 15, you are protected from utility shut-off. Residential customers are protected from utility shut off if:
- the utility service is needed to heat your home, and
- you receive service from an investor-owned utility, such as Eversource, National Grid, Unitil, Liberty Utilities, or Berkshire Gas.
- You, or someone in your home, is seriously ill
- You have an infant under 12 months in your home
- Everyone in the home is over the age of 65
- All adults in the home are age 65 or older and a minor child resides in the home
You can contact Eversource at 800-592-2000 or email at CustomerServiceMA@eversource.com. You can contact National Grid at 1-718-403-2171.
KIND
Immigration
Free immigration representation for children.
617-207-4171
Know the Facts to Protect Yourself from Immigration Scams
Immigration
You should only go to a licensed lawyer or a BIA Recognized Non-profit Organization with Accredited Representatives for immigration legal advice. Notaries and other community members are only able to fill out forms, they should not be advising you as to what form to fill out or how to fill out the form. For a list of BIA Recognized Non-profit Organizations with Accredited Representatives visit:
Know Your Emergency Rights videos
Immigration
emergency rights, ranging from benefits available to undocumented folks during COVID-19 to language access to public charge. The video has timestamps in the description so viewers can skip ahead to topics that interest them, and a resource guide is attached in the description as well, with information about governmental and community-based resources.
Legal Resources for Immigrants
Immigration
The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement works to serve immigrants in Boston. This webpage addresses some common questions related to immigration and status.
Lexington Addiction
Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
28 mental health and substance use resources for Asian American students.
advocacy@thesummitwellnessgroup.com
Li Si Zhou
Childcare
Weekdays open: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Full-time and part-time care for infants through preschool aged children Vouchers Accepted: Yes Drop-in Care: No Evening or overnight care: No Emergency Care Available: No Multiple languages: Yes, (Mandarin & Cantonese) Cost Range: $250/week Tuition Assistance: No
7 Larose Pl
Brighton, MA 02135
Phone: 857-763-6022
Kathy Choi (for subsidized slot)
Email: Kathy.choi@bcnc.net
Phone: 617-635-5129 exit 1033
Little Ducklings Family Childcare
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-5:30PM Full-time care for infants through 6 years old. Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $300/week Tuition Assistance: Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
281 Faneuil Street, Apt. 1
Brighton, MA
857-417-0681
Live Another Day
Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
Live Another Day believes in equal access to life-saving mental health and substance use resources. This website provides extensive information on the best resources available.
This page offers dozens of resources for People of Color and other marginalized groups.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Utilities
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): Low-income residents/households may be eligible for the Federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program’s (LIHEAP) fuel assistance program. Learn more about the program and how to qualify for assistance here.
Find more information through the Massachusetts Cold Relief brochure here or call the Cold Relief Hotline at 1-800-632-8175.
Lucy’s Daycare
Childcare
Weekday 7:00AM-5:00PM Full-time and part-time care for infants, toddlers, and children up to 6 years. Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $275/week Tuition Assistance: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
55 S Waverly St
Brighton, MA
617-254-9060
MA Legal Help
Immigration
free legal support
MA licensed psychotherapists offering support to local Ukrainians
Mental Health and Grief Support
Mass General Brigham Prostate Cancer Outreach Clinic
Healthcare
Drs. Quoc-Dien Trinh, MD, MBA of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Adam Feldman, MD, MPH, of Massachusetts General Hospital are piloting the Prostate Cancer Outreach Clinic, which focuses on servicing minority communities for prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment. The outreach clinic falls within MGB's United Against Racism (UAR) initiative, as we work diligently to be active contributors to providing equitable access to healthcare services. The Prostate Cancer Outreach Clinic is geared towards men 40-75 years old who are interested in taking charge of their prostate health. Those coming in through the clinic are offered priority scheduling and total care navigation by a Community Health Worker, who will help with registration, insurance, transportation, and follow-up care. Marketing and educational materials are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. Care navigation assistance is also available in Spanish.
Katie Merport (Community Health Worker)
mgbprostateclinic@partners.org
617-724-5427
Mass Save
Utilities
Mass. Dept. of Housing and Community Development, Emergency Housing Assistance
Housing
Shelter services for families
866-584-0653
Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund
Utilities
The Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund is available to any Massachusetts resident who, because of temporary financial difficulty, cannot meet a month's energy expense and is not eligible for state or federal energy assistance. Income must fall between 60 and 80 percent of the state's median income levels.
Boston (Central Hispanic) Corps
23 Vernon Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
ph. (617) 427-6700
Massachusetts State Government Covid Information
COVID-19
MA Gov info. Call 211 for current info.
MassEdCO Boston Area Education and Career Planning Center
Adult Education
617-536-0200
Virtual office hours during July and August: Monday thru Saturday 9-5, evening appointment per request.
To receive services, individuals need to complete an intake form: https://www.massedco.org/eocintake/boston
and schedule an appointment: https://calendly.com/massedcoboston-bpl
Mayor’s Youth Council
Youth Programming
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Visit boston.gov/myc
- Click the “Apply Here” button under the “2023-2024 Mayor’s Youth Council” banner
- Complete and submit the application
Meals on Wheels
Food Resources
If you or someone you know is unable to shop for and prepare food that meets the requirements of good daily nutrition, Ethos will deliver tasty, nourishing meals right to the door. To be eligible for this service, you must be:
- Residing within the city of Boston
- At least 60 years of age
- Either temporarily or permanently homebound.
ETHOS Nutrition Department
555 Amory Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
T: (617) 477-6606
meals@ethocare.org
Mobile Market Charles River Community Health Center
Food Resources
Open to all patients of the Health Center. No income requirement, please provide confidential demographic information and answer brief food access questions. Patients must call or come to the health center to pre-register with one of the Community Health workers.
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2:3pm-3:30pm.
Free
Call ahead at 617-783-0500.
496 Western Ave, Brighton. 617-783-0500
NAMI Help Line
Mental Health and Grief Support
Crisis support 24/7. NAMI MA Compass Line has trained volunteers to help navigate questions and access resources. Hours of operation are M-F 9am-5pm.
National DV Hotline
Victims and Witnesses
National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-7233.
Webchat English https://www.thehotline.org
Español https://espanol.thehotline.org
Deaf/ Hard of Hearing: TTY: 1-800-787-3224.
SafeLink (MA-specific DV hotline. Hablan español.): 1-877-785-2020. https://www.casamyrna.org
RESPOND, Inc. (MA-specific. Hablan español): 617-623-5900. https://www.respondinc.org
Deaf/ Hard of Hearing: TTY/TDD 1-800-439-2370. Speech Difficulties: 1-866-645-9870.
Need help paying for heat?
Utilities
Apply for help through the state’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Enroll in a Utility Payment Plan or seek Bill Assistance:
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- Eversource: Payment Plans & Assistance | Eversource
- National Grid: Help Paying Your Bill | National Grid (nationalgridus.com)
Network of Care Massachusetts
Mental Health and Grief Support
A comprehensive statewide online resource to help anyone find information on mental health and substance use supports and services in their community.
New Life Furniture Bank of MA
Clothing and Housewares
New Life Furniture Bank of MA is a charitable organization, led by volunteers, that accepts furniture and household items, and makes them available at no charge to those in need through referring agencies.
Oak Square YMCA Grocery Bag
Food Resources
Free bag of shelf-stable groceries
Mon-Friday 8am-8pm
All are welcome. No I.D required.
615 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135.
617) 782-3535
Olive Sheehan
Childcare
Weekdays 7:00AM-5:30PM Full-time care for infants through preschool. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: $150/week Tuition Assistance: No Drop-In Care: Yes Evening or Overnight Care: No Emergency Care Available: Yes Multiple Languages: No
Online SNAP Calculator
Food Resources
Online calculator gives you the monthly SNAP benefits amount a household typically receives based on their countable income and expenses.
Open Door Free Meal Program
Food Resources
Mondays 6-7pm Evening meal and food pantry items All are welcome, No ID required Free
Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church
62 Harvard Ave., Allston
(617) 787-7625
Open to Hope
Mental Health and Grief Support
non-profit organization dedicated to helping people find hope after loss. They provide encouraging articles, books, and an online community to help people deal with difficult losses and continue to live happy, meaningful lives while working through grief.
Our Future Learning Center
Childcare
Weekdays 7:30AM-6:00PM Full-time and part-time care (two day minumum) for children aged 15 months to 6 years. Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $371-$469/week Tuition Assistance: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
Over the Rainbow Family Childcare
Childcare
Serving Infants to 4-years.
Monday to Friday 7.30 to 5
Meals and snacks provided.
First Aid and CPR Certified.
Licensed by EEC
License#9078453
Over the Rainbow Family Childcare has been serving the Allston/ Brighton Community and surrounding areas since 1993.
I provide a safe, warm, loving environment when you're not here. Small Full-time Family Childcare with a maximum of six children.
I believe we are partners in your child's care and have an open-door policy with all my families where we can work together and build a community.
PAIR Project
Immigration
Free legal services to indigent asylum seekers and detained immigrants.
617-742-9296
Parental Stress Line
Mental Health and Grief Support
The current national health emergency is causing many parents anxiety. * How do I protect my children? * What do I tell them? * Or simply, how do I keep them busy while there is no school? Parental stress line counselors are there to listen to your concerns and problem-solve with you. 24-7, Free and Confidential Parental Stress Line # – 1-800-632-8188
Parental Stress Line: 1-800-632-8188
PCs For People
Internet
Offers quality refurbished desktops, laptops, internet and accessories to thousands of individuals and nonprofits
Peer Support & Education Programs
Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
Support and information from another person who has had experiences that are typically labeled as mental health symptoms.
Pine Village Preschool
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-6:00PM Full-time and part-time care (two day minumum) for children aged 15 months to 4 years. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: $720-2050/month Tuition Assistance: Yes Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
PowerCorpsBOS green jobs program
Youth Programming
Project Bread Food Source Hotline
Food Resources
SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. A federal nutrition program (formerly known as food stamps) that provides monthly financial assistance to purchase groceries to Massachusetts residents who qualify. Once enrolled, you will receive a monthly cash benefit on an EBT card that can be used just like a debit card for food shopping. Here's what makes SNAP so special and unlike any other food assistance program in the country:
- Getting SNAP doesn’t take anything away from anyone else, it’s a resource that helps everyone buy the food they need.
- SNAP gives you the freedom to shop for your own food — food that you like, that meets your dietary needs, allergy restrictions, and cultural preferences!
- You can use SNAP to buy food at most places groceries are sold — grocery stores, convenience stores, gas stations, pharmacies....even some farmer's markets and co-op programs.
- All of the children in your household who attend school will automatically qualify for free school meals.
- SNAP recipients are also automatically enrolled in HIP—The Healthy Incentives Program! HIP helps you buy more fruits and vegetables at approved HIP vendors which include farmer's markets, farm stands, mobile markets, and community supported agriculture (CSA) farm share programs.
Find out if you are eligible for SNAP today by calling Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-645-8333. If you are eligible, we can help you apply over the phone.
Psychology Today Boston – Therapists List
Mental Health and Grief Support
RAFT Application Assistance Initiative
Housing
Rian Immigrant Center
Immigration
Free and very low-cost immigration services, clinics, and full case representation. The Rian Immigrant Center’s expert legal staff and pro bono attorneys offer free legal consultations at our weekly legal clinics to over 2,000 immigrants, refugees, and asylees, and provide full case representation before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for over 600 families. We help low-income and under-served immigrants to gain legal status, work authorization, and to reunite their families so they can become empowered, reach stability, and move out of poverty.
617-542-7654
If you would like to schedule a consultation please call 617-542-7654.
If you are looking for counseling or resources please call 617-542-7654.
Rivendell Childcare Center
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-5:30PM Full-time and part-time care for children ages 2.9 years to 6 years. Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $190/week Tuition Assistance: Yes Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
Rooted Wellness
Mental Health and Grief Support
Our mission is to increase the access to quality mental health services for the young people of Boston.
Sara Salzberg
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-3:30PM Part-time care for preschool aged children. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: $350/week Tuition Assistance: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
Senior Citizen Property Tax Work- Off Abatement Program Extension
Tax Help
The tax work-off abatement law allows a city or town to establish a program giving property owners 60 years or older the opportunity to volunteer services to their city or town in exchange for a reduction in property tax. Applications are available at the city’s Commission on Affairs of the Elderly and are due by August 1, 2016. dates. Interested older adults are encouraged to call the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly at 617-635-4366 for additional information and to request an application.
Senior Save
Utilities
The Seniors Save program helps seniors replace failing heating systems to ensure they are ready for winter. You can apply if you're over the age of 60 and need help replacing your heating system. The City offers financial and contractor help. The application is also available in Español, Português, 中文, Français, Kriolu Kabuverdianu, Kreyòl ayisyen, Soomaali, русский, Tiếng Việt, or عربى.
https://www.boston.gov/sites/default/files/file/2022/08/English%20Seniors%20Save%20Application.pdf
Sexual Assault Resource Suggestion
Victims and Witnesses
With the advent of ride sharing services like Uber and Lyft, the environment for sexual assault happening is ripe in these rides. There have been many cases, some especially tragic. For this reason, we have decided to make a comprehensive guide about sexual assault in ride sharing services where we included info about how to stay safe and options in case it happens. Check it out: cutterlaw.com/sexual-assault-ride-sharing-guide/
pr@cutterlaw.com
Shahla Hussain
Childcare
Weekdays 7:30AM-6:00PM Full-time and part-time care for infants through preschool aged children. Vouchers Accepted: No Drop-In Care: Yes Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
SHINE Program
Healthcare
The SHINE program ensures that MA residents with Medicare have access to accurate, unbiased and up-to-date information about their health care options. Volunteer counselors are available to help with Medicare, MassHealth, or prescription drug coverage and costs.
617-522-9270 or SHINE@ethocare.org
Siobhan McHugh
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-1:30PM Part-time care for infants through preschool aged children. Vouchers Accepted: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: No
Smart Recovery: Addiction Support
Substance Use
Soldier’s Field Park Children’s Center
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-6:00PM Full-tme and part-time care for infants, toddlers, and children up to 5 years. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: $1280-$2912/month Tuition Assistance: Yes Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: No
Southeast Addiction Center
Mental Health and Grief Support Substance Use
An abundant collection of mental health and substance use resources for Black men.
advocacy@thesummitwellnessgroup.com
St. Paul Parish Food Pantry
Food Resources
Free bags of fresh produce, bread, and other items. No ID or proof of residency required. Allston/Brighton residents are welcome. Every Saturday, 10am-12pm
30 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge (Harvard Square).
SuccessLink Youth Jobs
Youth Programming
We employ Boston's youth at nonprofits, community-based organizations, and City agencies.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Mental Health and Grief Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, chat with them online via their website, or text HOME to 741741 (multiple languages available). If this is an emergency, call 911.
Summer Explorations
Youth Programming
Explore ancient worlds. Practice basketball skills. Discover Harvard's hidden gems. Become a botanist! These are just some of the learning opportunities offered during the Harvard Ed Portal's Summer Explorations for Allston-Brighton students entering grades 1–8!
Swim Safe Boston
Youth Programming
Swim Safe builds off the Mayor’s commitment to ensure all Boston kids learn to swim and can safely enjoy our City’s coastline and pools. Through Swim Safe Boston, we’re thrilled to offer:
- Free swim lessons for youth ages 3-12 available at locations across the city
- Free life jackets for youth that are swimming with their families in open water locations
- Incentives and free training for lifeguards to keep our city pools safe throughout the year
Taxi Discount Coupons
Financial Support
We only offer these coupons to Boston residents who are 65 and older or disabled. We need to see an ID that proves you’re a Boston resident. Each coupon book costs $5 and we only take cash. The coupons don’t expire, but you can only buy two coupon books per month. The coupons are only good for taxis licensed by the City of Boston. Coupons are available at the Age Strong Commission. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Teen Empowerment is Hiring for the Fall/Spring Season!
Youth Programming
Teen Empowerment is a non-profit organization that creates positive change in the community through events and initiatives, this past summer Teen Empowerment had a basketball tournament and organized a march. This upcoming session they are looking to promote peace through the power of the people. $15/hour For Fall 2023, we will be hiring Youth Organizers to focus on Violence Prevention and Civic Engagement among other initiatives in their communities. Youth Artists will also work in sharing their vision of a bright future for their community through Music, Spoken Word, Visual/Digital Art, Theater, and Dance. Our focus areas in Boston at this time are Roxbury, Dorchester, and Mattapan. Priority will be given to youth who live in and are deeply connected to those neighborhoods. Youth Organizer/Artist Age Range: 14-21 years old Young people ages 14-21 are now able to apply!
TeenVentures interactive calendar
Youth Programming
TeenVentures is an interactive calendar connecting teens to free events happening across the city all summer! This calendar will be regularly updated throughout the summer to reflect events being hosted by community organizations and city departments. Check in every week to stay up to date with what is happening in your neighborhood.
https://www.boston.gov/departments/youth-engagement-and-advancement/teenventures
Testing sites – City of Boston
COVID-19
The Black Mental Health Alliance
Mental Health and Grief Support
Through an expansive database of culturally-competent and patient-centered licensed mental health professionals, BMHA offers confidential referrals for those seeking mental health services.
The Common Room
Adult Education
Non-profit, private membership Social Club for young adults ages 18-30 years old with High-Cognitive Autism and similar social profiles, providing social-recreational opportunities, friendship and community connections.
Tracey Stoll
Executive Director
Tracey@thecommonroom.org
info@thecommonroom.org
617-417-5580
Joshua Hauser
Program Manager
Josh@thecommonroom.org
info@thecommonroom.org
617-302-6430
The FoodSource Hotline
Food Resources
The FoodSource Hotline can help you find out if you qualify for SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps) and help you apply over the phone. Counselors can also help connect you with other food resources in your area.
1-800- 645-8333 (Toll-free)
The Good Neighbor Fund
Utilities
Residents who aren’t eligible for LIHEAP, other Federal, or State programs, may be eligible for the Massachusetts Good Neighbor Energy Fund. This fund provides resources to any Massachusetts resident who, because of temporary financial difficulty, cannot meet a month's energy expense. A household’s income must fall between 60% and 80% of the state's median income levels. This program is a partnership between utility companies and the Salvation Army of Massachusetts.
The Homeowners Assistance Fund (HAF)
Housing
Provides financial assistance to help homeowners who are behind on their mortgage payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic. HAF will provide financial assistance to eligible homeowners who have missed at least 3 home mortgage payments to help them avoid foreclosure. If a homeowner's application is approved, funds will be paid directly to a homeowner's mortgage servicing company and applied to the loan. Homeowners earning up to 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI) may be eligible for help. Check your eligibility online.
The Literacy Connection
Adult Education
Services: Literacy, ESOL, Pre-GED/Hi-SET, Citizenship
637 Cambridge St., Brighton 02135
617-746-2100
Contact: Sister Pat Andrews andrews@csjboston.org
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Victims and Witnesses
For any victim quarantined with their abuser or survivor who needs overall support during the #Coronavirus #quarantine, The National Domestic Violence Hotline is a 24/7 resource.
Call them at 800-799-7233 or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can text LOVEIS to 22522.
Call or text us at Love Life Now Foundation to find out about resources in the MA area or if you just need to talk – 888.556.9876.
The RAFT/Residential Assistance for Families in Transition
Housing
The RAFT/Residential Assistance for Families in Transition state program can provide up to $10,000 toward rent. It has recently changed its application procedure to be simpler. Here is a link to more information/how to apply: You need to apply through a regional housing agency. Boston's is Metro Boston Housing Partnership. They have intake staff speaking Spanish, Haitian, Somali and other staff who can be brought to help who speak other languages. Open to anyone regardless of immigration status. 2-3month wait time for application to be approved.
The Trustees of Charitable Donations for Inhabitants of Boston
Financial Support
An independent public charitable corporation that assists Boston residents with a one-time donation in various areas of need. Only City of Boston residents can apply for grants Areas eligible for help include: past due rent and utility bills with balances that are $2,000 or less home heating oil, and relocation help in certain circumstances.
The Women’s Table
Adult Education
Services: Individual Advocacy, Referrals/Connections to Resources, Personal Growth & Enrichment Workshops
637 Cambridge St.
Brighton 02135
617-746-2056
Contact: Mary Rita Weschler
maryrita.weschler@csjboston.org
Transportation Scholarships for Women
Adult Education Financial Support
Scholarships available for transportation-related training/school/degrees in the Boston area. Open to women. Available for various degrees.
Jonathan: jonathan_lee@gsd.harvard.edu
Tuition-Free Community College
Adult Education Youth Programming
Universal Pre-K at Saint Columbkille Partnership School
Childcare Youth Programming
Universal Pre-K for Boston Residents
Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, Saint Columbkille Partnership School will host Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) seats in our K1 classrooms. Boston residents are able to apply for a tuition-free seat in a K1 classroom. Students who are 4 years old by September 1 are eligible for K1. While UPK seats are not guaranteed, those who qualify, enroll and are accepted are eligible to attend tuition-free. If interested, please find next steps and more information below:
I'm interested. How can I apply?
It is important to apply to Saint Columbkille Partnership School in FACTS and to simultaneously apply for a UPK seat through SchoolMint. These two applications can be submitted in any order, but both need to occur together to ensure your application is completed and received.
Apply to STCPS via FACTS: https://sc-ma.client.
If you have questions about the UPK seats in our K1 classrooms, please direct them to Erica Rego, Director of Admissions, at erego@stcps.org or 617-254-3110 x105.
Vaccine and Booster locations – City of Boston
COVID-19
Vaccine and Booster locations – statewide
COVID-19
Vasanti’s Family Child Care
Childcare
Weekdays 8:00AM-6:00PM Full-time and part-time care for children aged 3 months-3 years. Vouchers Accepted: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: No
Victim or witness of a crime
Victims and Witnesses
If you are the victim or witness of a crime, please file a report with the police or the District Attorney’s office. You have the right to report a crime even if you are undocumented. Immigration is prohibited from conducted arrests in Massachusetts state courthouses.
District Attorney’s Office main number: (617) 619-4000
Boston Police Department: (617) 343-4200
MBTA Transit Police Department: (617) 222-1000
Family Justice Center: (617) 779-2100
Children’s Advocacy Center: (617) 779-2146
Virtual Legal Clinics
Housing
Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., the City of Boston Office of Housing Stability hosts a virtual legal clinic for small landlords and tenants. This clinic begins with a presentation on the eviction process, then there are breakout groups where you can speak with attorneys, a landlord mediator, and OHS staff. This staff can assist you with applying for the Rental Relief Fund. Complete the form to sign up.
Virtual Library of AA Speakers
Substance Use
Virtual Meetings – New England Region of Alcoholics Anonymous
Substance Use
Virtual Narcotics Anonymous
Substance Use
WelcomeHome Home Goods Pantry
Clothing and Housewares
Welcome Home, Inc. is a home goods pantry based in Newton MA. At Welcome Home, volunteers clean and shelve gently used housewares that have been donated, thus saving them from landfills. These items are made available, free of charge to people in need. We are open by appointment only.
Where to Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits
COVID-19
Site schedules may vary or change due to holidays and unforeseen circumstances.
All Bright Community Center 1287B Commonwealth Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134 Located downstairs, next door to Maloney Properties office. |
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Brazilian Women's Group 697 Cambridge St Suite 106, Brighton, MA, 02135 Enter through the back door of the building. BWG is located on the basement floor. Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Main streets: Brighton 358 Washington St, Brighton, MA, 02135 Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ABCD Allston/Brighton NOC 640 Washington St., Brighton, MA, 02135 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m JAHAN Women and Youth intercultural , Inc. 640 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135 Wednesdays, 10 a.m. -12 p.m., Fridays, 2 - 4 p.m. Charles River Community Health Joseph M. Smith Building, 2nd floor medical front desk 495 Western Avenue Brighton, MA, 02135 Tuesdays and Fridays, 1 - 4 p.m. Allston -Brighton Family Support Network 640 Washington St, Suite 103. Brighton, MA 02135 Monday - Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
WIC (Women Infants and Children) Nutrition Program
Food Resources
WIC provides a range of services for qualified families. From nutrition and health education to food and support. Free.
Offices currently open Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
(617) 254-0492
JPBrightonWICProgram@BWH.Harvard.edu
PSF Community Center
640 Washington St., Suite 203, Brighton MA 02135
Yal-Day-New Day Care Center
Childcare
Full-time care for infants, toddlers, and children up to 5 years. Vouchers Accepted: No Cost Range: $1420-$2250/month Tuition Assistance: No Drop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
Yina’s Family Day Care
Childcare
Full-time and part-time care for infants through 6 years old. Weekdays 6:30AM-4:30PM Vouchers Accepted: Yes Cost Range: $300-$325/week Tuition Assistance: NoDrop-In Care: No Evening or Overnight Care: No Multiple Languages: Yes
115 Antwerp Street, Apt. B
Brighton, MA
Your Rights in Recovery
Substance Use
Recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) is a life-long journey and can look different for everyone. Wherever you are in your recovery, this toolkit offers the support and resources people with OUD need as they navigate things like housing, employment, and treatment. It is for people in and seeking treatment and recovery, loved ones, providers, allies, and advocates to help navigate through these systems. Each section clearly outlines the rights you hold, how to exercise them, and where to get more support and resources. You can jump between sections by clicking the headers on the menu, and each section can be printed or emailed.
Zencare
Mental Health and Grief Support
LGBTQ Therapists in Massachusetts