Green Street Shelter
Solutions at Work
We manage a homeless shelter for men and women on Green Street in Cambridge. Solutions also runs an evening meals program for unhoused individuals 5 days a week in Central Square.
Heading Home Programs
Heading Home
We provide shelter, transitional & permanent housing + support services to extremely low-income homeless/formerly homeless adult individuals & families with children in Cambridge & Greater Boston.
MSC Case Management
DHSP Multi-Service Center (MSC)
RiversideWe work with individuals and families who need help with their housing.
Office of the Housing Liaison Support
City of Cambridge
Mid CambridgeWe help Cambridge residents access and navigate affordable housing opportunities, obtain eviction and tenant displacement prevention, and other housing related resources and services.
The Transition Wellness Center (TWC)
City of Cambridge, Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Hospital, and CASPAR/Baycove
Mid CambridgeThis is a new, city-funded temporary emergency homeless shelter at the Spaulding Hospital will host 58 beds and serve as an adult homeless shelter for guests who test negative for COVID-19.
Drop-In Community Center
Cambridge Women's Center
Our drop-in is open to eight people at a time. Check website for updated hours. Use a computer, cook in the kitchen, get help from a volunteer, pick up food & supplies, T-passes, clothing closet.
Keep The Keys
On The Rise
Mid CambridgeKeep The Keys is a housing stabilization program for On The Rise women, trans, and non-binary people who transition out of homeless and into housing of their own.
Directory of Resources for People Homeless in Cambridge
Cambridge CAN
This online guide contains information on many different types of resources that may be useful to individuals and families who are homeless.
Connect with a Library Social Worker
Cambridge Public Library
Mid Cambridge Neighborhood 9 and West Cambridge Cambridgeport Strawberry Hill East Cambridge North Cambridge Wellington HarringtonOur team of social workers can help make referrals to community services, help you complete applications, navigate resources, and help connect you to mental health or substance misuse programs.
Disabilities Resource Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This is a free Resource Directory of disability services in Massachusetts. Use your information to find programs near you that will meet your family's needs.
Domestic Violence Resources at ATASK
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence (ATASK)
Our shelter and advocacy programs include MA's only multilingual emergency shelter, advocacy services, outreach, and education programs for battered Asian adults and their children.
Domestic Violence Resources at Casa Myrna
Casa Myrna
Outside CambridgeWe are Boston’s largest provider of domestic violence awareness efforts and of shelter and supportive services to survivors.
Emergency Services Center (CASPAR)
CASPAR/Baycove
CambridgeportWe are one of two shelters in Massachusetts that accept people who are using drugs and alcohol and are homeless.
First Church Shelter
First Church in Cambridge
Neighborhood 9 and West CambridgeSince 1987, First Church Shelter has provided a basic act of mercy to the poor and homeless of Cambridge and surrounding communities.
Harvard Legal Aid Bureau
Harvard University
Baldwin, Mid Cambridge, and Neighborhood 9We are a student-run civil legal aid organization committed to providing free representation to low-income and marginalized communities in the Greater Boston area.
Legal Services at De Novo
De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
East CambridgeDe Novo provides free civil legal aid in the areas of family law, immigration, housing and disability benefits.
Low-Income Energy Programs
Cambridge Energy Alliance, Community Development Department, and All in Energy
We you make your home more energy-efficient and help to save you money on your utility costs if you qualify for our low-income programs.
Resources at The Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities
Outside CambridgeThis program serves families looking for help with food, rent, utilities, clothing, infant supplies, holiday assistance, refugees and immigration services, substance abuse support, and more!
Shelter & Domestic Violence Resources
Transition House, Inc.
Cambridgeport and RiversideOur shelter and programs serve individuals or families looking for help regarding domestic violence through support, health, advocacy, education, and resources.
Social Services at Cambridge Council on Aging
Cambridge Council on Aging
Mid CambridgeCouncil on Aging offers a wide range of social services and is committed to meeting the needs of seniors.
SSI Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide will help you to apply for SSI (Supplemental Security Income).
St. Patrick's Shelter (Union Square)
Catholic Charities
Outside CambridgeWe are an emergency shelter for homeless women. Guests receive referrals for health care, mental health services, educational services, and housing.
Utility Bill Helpline
Cambridge Energy Alliance, Community Development Department, and All in Energy
We can help you get to know if 're paying too much for your electricity bill and find the best programs for you to help you save money.
Y2Y Harvard Square Shelter
Y2Y Harvard Square
West CambridgeWe run an overnight emergency shelter for young adults (ages 18-24) in Harvard Square, open between October 15th and April 15th.