911 Disability Indicator Program
Cambridge Emergency Communications
The disability indicator program is a voluntary program that helps 911 call takers identify if a person calling needs special assistance during an emergency.
CHAI Disability Services
Jewish Family and Children's Service (JF&CS)
We promote Community, Housing, Access, and Independence for children and adults of all abilities, strengths, and needs.
Employment Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide is for people with disabilities and their families.
Partners for Youth with Disabilities Mentoring
Partners for Youth with Disabilities
We provide one-to-one mentoring to youth and adults with disabilities to reach their full potential.
CEOC Public Benefits Assistance
Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC)
Mid CambridgeWe help people apply for and resolve problems with Social Security, SSI, SSDI, TAFDC, EAEDC, MassHealth and Medicare.
DHSP Inclusion Initiative
Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP), DHSP Cambridge Youth Programs, DHSP Childcare Afterschool Programs, and DHSP Community Schools
Mid CambridgeSupporting youth with special needs in afterschool/summer programming
Office of Student Services
Cambridge Public Schools
The Office of Student Services (OSS) includes a variety of services, supports and programs dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities.
Housed In Cambridge's Online Guide
Cambridge Human Rights Commission (CHRC), Community Development Department, and Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP)
The guide is organized around six key themes: affordable housing, emergency housing, housing rights, legal and mediation services, safe & healthy homes, and financial assistance.
Virtual SEPAC Parent Supports & Activities
Cambridge Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) and Cambridge Public Schools
We have several support groups, meetings, and events happening virtually for parents and their children.
Home Visiting Programs Guide
Cambridge Office of Early Childhood (OEC)
A home visiting programs' primary purpose is to support and encourage parents and caregivers, share information, and connect families with resources in their home and/or a convenient location.
OSS Summer Services (Extended Year)
Cambridge Public Schools
We offer a variety of services, supports and programs dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students who have a documented risk of regression during the summer months.
Cambridge Temporary Disability Parking Permit Program (CCPD)
Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD)
We issue temporary Cambridge disability parking permits to residents and individuals who work in Cambridge.
People with Disabilities COVID-19 Resource Guide
Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) and City of Cambridge
We put together this list of resources to help people with disabilities get their basic needs met during this public health crisis of COVID-19.
Home Delivery: Food For Free
Food For Free
Food For Free's Home Delivery program brings food to low-income Cambridge residents who live alone or who cannot access food pantries due to illness or disability.
Early Intervention Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide is for parents of children aged 0-3 who may need special services to help with their development.
MBTA Group Orientation or Individual Travel Training
MBTA Travel Training
We provide group and individual training about how to safely ride the MBTA. Safety, trip planning, accessibility, how to read maps and schedules, reduced fares, and more.
Special Start
Cambridge Public Schools
Baldwin Cambridgeport and The Port The Port Neighborhood 9 East Cambridge Mid Cambridge Cambridgeport North CambridgeSpecial Start is Cambridge Public Schools’ preschool program for students with disabilities. The program provides services for preschool aged children 3 to 5 years of age.
SNAP Food Assistance: Massachusetts DTA
Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)
Outside CambridgeSNAP benefits are provided by the federal government and administered by DTA.
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Counseling
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
The PortShort-term individual, couples, family, and group counseling with licensed clinicians & trained counselors for survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse, and partners, families, and friends.
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Hotline
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)
Our highly trained and supervised volunteer counselors and staff are available to talk with survivors ages 12+, their families and friends, and providers about sexual assault, harassment, and abuse.
Creating a Disability-Friendly Workplace Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free online Guide will help you to learn how to hire and support people with disabilities, and how to connect with organizations who can help you with every aspect of this process.
Exceptional Lives Guardianship Guide
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free, easy-to-read online Guide is for parents of teens who have a developmental disability.
Health Insurance Guide: Exceptional Lives
Exceptional Lives, Inc.
This free online Guide will help you find disability benefits through health insurance, including Medicaid.
Snow Removal Assistance
Cambridge Council on Aging
The Snow Exemption Program is offered to Cambridge home owners who are are over the age of 60 or a person with disabilities. Call 617-349-6220 for more information.
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.