DHSP Multi-Service Center (MSC)

Eliot Community Human Services' mental health shelter specialist is a clinical social worker that works closely with the Mass. Department of Mental Health, offering a wide range of services.

The Multi-Service Center can provide housing-related financial assistance towards eviction prevention funds and move-in costs, especially for individuals and families who are exiting homelessness.

Our Case Managers assist people experiencing homelessness, those at risk of becoming homeless, or other Cambridge individuals or families in need of short-term support.

The STAR program serves low-income Cambridge tenants facing eviction who have been issued a Summary Process Summons and Complaint, offering financial and clinical support towards tenancy preservation.

The Cambridge Haitian Services program addresses the social services needs of the Haitian community living in Cambridge, with an emphasis on Haitians serving Haitians.

All are welcome to attend this group conversation on navigating the housing search process. Participants will learn about tools and strategies to assist their housing search and self-advocacy.

We (CASLS) provide free legal advice for low income families and individuals in Cambridge, by MSC case manager referral, with shelter, affordable housing, and public benefits issues.

We help eligible people whose rent, condominium fees, or cooperative carrying charges exceed 35% of their income. We provide a subsidy for the amount housing costs exceeding 35% of their income.