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Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA): Helps individuals and families with low-income status to meet their basic needs, improve quality of life, and achieve long-term economic self-sufficiency. Services include: SNAP, disability access, and emergency aid for the elderly, the disabled, and children.
Phone: (800) 249-2007
Website: www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-transitional-assistance

Food Banks/Project Bread Food Source Hotline: For those facing immediate hunger, a local food bank can offer free food or information on other local food pantries/programs.
Phone: (800) 645-8333
Website: www.mass.gov/how-to/find-a-local-food-bank or www.gbfb.org

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): Assists with the cost of winter heating bills for eligible households. Eligibility is based on household size and gross annual income of every household member 18+. Household income cannot exceed 60% of estimated state median income.
Website: www.mass.gov/service-details/learn-about-low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): This program, formerly known as Food Stamps, helps people of low-income status purchase nutritious food. Eligibility is based on household size and gross annual income of every household member 18+.
Phone: (866) 950-3663
Website: www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-snap-benefits-food-stamps