... a free online resource for Massachusetts residents in need of housing, food, health care, and other basic services MassResources.org provides useful information about a wide range of assistance programs for people in need living in Massachusetts. It provides information on what benefits are available, how to apply, eligibility requirements, benefit amounts, and answers to commonly asked questions. MassResources.org presents this information in a logical manner. Select the type of assistance you need from the drop down menu and follow the links to learn about the various federal, state, and local programs in Massachusetts to help you. For many programs, you can download an application form or use an Eligibility Check to see if you are likely to qualify. Get a free cell phone! SafeLink Wireless Lifeline Service is a new free cell phone service for Massachusetts residents with limited incomes. See What Is SafeLink? for eligibility requirements and how to apply. Have your home weatherized to save money on heating bills. Apply for the Weatherization Assistance Program. Energy improvements are free for renters and homeowners who get LIHEAP fuel assistance, SSI, or TAFDC. The Children's Behavioral Health Initiative provides new mental health services for children with severe emotional disturbances. MassHousing's Homebuyer Tax Credit Loan Program allows homebuyers to borrow against their $8000 tax credit to pay for down payment or closing costs.

Benefit Screener Use our Benefit Screener to see which programs can help you. Eligibility Checks Find out if you are likely to qualify for these benefits: MassHealth Food stamps Fuel assistance TAFDC EAEDC Rent assistance SSI What's new?  (What is RSS?) Follow us on Twitter Sponsorships If you would like to support our work and make your organization more visible to the Massachusetts residents we serve, become a MassResources.org Sponsor.

Notes: All content and eligibility checks on this web site are copyright protected. They are provided free of charge for personal use or to assist others. This web site is run by a not-for-profit organization, Community Resources Information, Inc.  As such, this web site is not run by and is not affiliated with the federal government, or Massachusetts state government, or any government-funded program.

Residents of Worcester, Massachusetts and surrounding towns can find local benefit program information on our community-based web site WorcesterResources.org.

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