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Shepherds Kitchen Food Pantry

Shepherds Kitchen Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Shepherds Kitchen Food Pantry is dedicated to supporting low-income individuals and families in Melrose, MA, who struggle with food insecurity and lack reliable access to affordable, nutritious food. Our mission is to alleviate hunger in our community by offering emergency food assistance, including fresh meat, dairy products, and a variety of non-perishable goods. We are committed to ensuring that every resident receives the nourishment they need to thrive, and we invite all those in need to visit us to learn more about how we can help.
Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing

Melrose, MA
At Skilled Nursing in Melrose, MA, we provide compassionate, high-quality nursing services designed to support your health and recovery right from the comfort of your home. Our ethical and effective care approach serves as a vital alternative to hospitalization, focusing on both mental and physical stabilization. Our skilled team of nurses and clinicians undergoes extensive training to meet your unique needs, offering a comprehensive range of services including physical and mental assessments, medication management and education, treatment coordination, wound care, nutrition guidance, phlebotomy, and IV therapy. We are dedicated to ensuring you receive the individualized care necessary for your recovery and well-being.
Early Head Start

Early Head Start

Melrose, MA
Early Head Start in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to fostering the healthy development of young children through a supportive partnership with parents. Our program delivers comprehensive early childhood services right in your home, emphasizing the importance of child development and wellness. We offer weekly home visits that provide tailored support for families, along with engaging parent-child playgroups and socialization opportunities to enhance community connections. Additionally, we prioritize health and safety education, nutrition guidance, and prenatal support, ensuring that parents have the resources they need. Join us for informative workshops and training that empower families to thrive, making a real difference in the lives of children and parents alike.
Emergency Food Pantry Program

Emergency Food Pantry Program

Melrose, MA
The Emergency Food Pantry Program in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to supporting individuals and families facing food insecurity by offering essential food assistance. Each week, we provide nutritious options, including fresh fruits, vegetables, dry goods, and milk, ensuring access to wholesome supplemental groceries for those in need. Our compassionate team is here to help you navigate the process, and if you're visiting for the first time, we kindly ask you to complete a brief registration survey, which can be done online or in person during our food distribution hours. We are committed to making a meaningful difference in our community by ensuring that no one goes hungry.
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Services for Asylum Seekers

Services for Asylum Seekers

Melrose, MA
Services for Asylum Seekers in Melrose, MA provides critical support to individuals navigating the asylum process. Our dedicated team offers essential services including case management, education, peer and community support, housing assistance, food assistance, and employment assistance. We understand the challenges faced by asylum seekers and are committed to providing a welcoming environment where their needs are met with compassion and urgency. We serve a wide area including Arlington, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Lowell, Marblehead, and the Metro-North, ensuring that those seeking refuge have access to vital resources that promote stability and opportunity in their new lives.
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North Suburban Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

North Suburban Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Melrose, MA
North Suburban Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is dedicated to fostering healthy food choices and support for low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, along with infants and children up to five years old in Melrose, MA. Our comprehensive program emphasizes nutrition education, provides supplemental foods, and offers parenting guidance and resources. We are committed to promoting breastfeeding through targeted support, ensuring families have access to vital community resources. By choosing WIC, you are not only investing in nutritious food but also gaining invaluable parenting education that strengthens health and wellness for generations.
Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels

Melrose, MA
Meals on Wheels in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to ensuring that homebound seniors and adults with disabilities receive nutritious, home-delivered meals tailored to their dietary needs. Our compassionate service provides not only meals but also special options accommodating medical and religious dietary restrictions to promote well-being within our community. We believe in the importance of nutrition and accessibility, and we invite those in need to reach out to learn more about our food assistance programs.
Malden Food Pantry

Malden Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Malden Food Pantry, nestled in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to providing vital food assistance to individuals and families facing challenging circumstances. Our service reaches out to single mothers and their children, low-wage earners, homeless individuals, elders, disabled adults on fixed incomes, and recent immigrants, ensuring everyone has access to nutritious food. We offer a grab 'n go distribution model, delivering pre-bagged groceries that include meats, dairy, bakery items, fresh produce, and nonperishables, available to eligible households once every four weeks. Proudly serving the communities of Malden, Medford, Everett, Melrose, Stoneham, Saugus, Wakefield, Reading, North Reading, Winchester, Revere, Chelsea, and Winthrop, we welcome visitors to apply with proof of address during their first visit, allowing us to meet their basic nutritional needs with care and urgency.
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Mystic Valley Food Pantry

Mystic Valley Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Mystic Valley Food Pantry, located in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity and raising awareness about hunger in our community. Serving residents from Malden, Medford, Everett, and Melrose, we provide essential food assistance through our open pantry, allowing individuals to select items that cater to their unique dietary needs and preferences. To ensure access for all, we require basic documentation for those not receiving SNAP benefits, including a current pay stub, photo ID, and a recent utility bill for financial eligibility verification. SNAP beneficiaries are welcome to visit our pantry once a month, with a two-week wait after their benefit is received. We invite all those in need to reach out and make an appointment to access emergency food and support tailored to your family's needs.
Emergency Disaster Services

Emergency Disaster Services

Melrose, MA
Emergency Disaster Services, located in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to providing critical assistance to disaster survivors by offering tailored disaster relief solutions that meet the unique needs of individuals and communities affected by emergencies. Our flexible services are designed to scale according to the severity of the disaster, ensuring that those impacted receive the support they need when they need it most. We provide compassionate disaster relief, guidance to navigate recovery systems, and a helping hand in the rebuilding process. At Emergency Disaster Services, we are committed to being a reliable resource in times of crisis, helping to restore hope and stability to those we serve.
Food Pantry

Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Located in Melrose, MA, the Food Pantry at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford is dedicated to providing essential food assistance to individuals and families in need, including low-income households, single parents, senior citizens, unemployed individuals, disabled veterans, and the working poor. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food, addressing the urgent and practical needs of our community. Each week, one person from a family can receive pre-bagged emergency food supplies to help meet their basic nutritional needs. In response to the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, we have implemented safety measures that include minimizing contact during food distribution by providing pre-bagged items directly outside while maintaining social distancing. We encourage clients to bring reusable bags to facilitate easier transport of their food packages. Everyone is welcome, and we are here to support you during difficult times.
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Friends of Francis Food Pantry

Friends of Francis Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Friends of Francis Food Pantry in Melrose, MA, is dedicated to providing essential food assistance to families and individuals facing challenging times, including those who are recently unemployed. Our mission is to ensure that everyone in our community has access to nutritious food to meet their basic needs. We offer a welcoming environment where individuals can receive emergency food supplies. To utilize our services, we kindly ask clients to bring a photo ID and proof of address. Together, we strive to alleviate hunger and support our neighbors in need.
Food Pantry

Food Pantry

Melrose, MA
Located in Melrose, MA, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford Food Pantry is dedicated to providing vital food assistance to individuals and families in need, including low-income households, single parents, senior citizens, unemployed individuals, and disabled veterans. Our mission is to ensure that everyone has access to nourishing food that meets their basic nutritional needs. Each household can receive food once a week, and we have implemented a safe, contactless service model during the COVID-19 pandemic by pre-bagging items for pickup. We welcome clients to join us outside while maintaining safe distancing, and we encourage the use of reusable bags to facilitate easier transport of the food we provide. Together, we strive to support our community by making emergency food accessible to all who need it.

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Housing Assistance

Melrose, MA

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Churches & Faith Based Support

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