Resources - General Assistance
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Professional Attire Resources
Resources for free interview & work attire.
General Assistance, Job Search, Other Resources
Develop a Talent Pipeline
Build a strong talent pipeline to fill vacancies faster and keep your business competitive and growing.
General Assistance, Job Training, Labor Market
Rapid Response: Business Transition Services
Massachusetts Rapid Response offers free, fast support for businesses facing layoffs, connecting workers to re-employment resources.
Career Change, General Assistance, Talent & Workforce Support
Avoid Layoffs with WorkShare
WorkShare lets employees reduce hours while receiving unemployment benefits—helping businesses avoid layoffs and retain talent.
General Assistance, Other Resources
MA Commission for the Blind
Provides rehabilitation and social services to legally blind residents, promoting independence and community participation.
General Assistance, Other Resources
MA Department of Veterans’ Service
Supports Massachusetts veterans with benefits, services, and resources for healthcare, housing, and employment.
College & University, Education, Financial Education & Assistance
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH)
Advocates and provides resources to ensure equal access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals.
General Assistance, Other Resources
Coming Home Directory
Comprehensive reentry resource for formerly incarcerated individuals in Greater Boston, offering vital support services.
Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance, Other Resources
Benefits.GOV
Formerly a standalone site, now integrated into USA.gov, offering tools to find and apply for over 1,000 federal and state benefits.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance
Department of Unemployment Assistance | MA
Manage unemployment claims, file weekly certifications, and access resources through the MyMassGov portal.
Career Change, Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance
Home Energy Assistance
Get help paying winter heating bills through Massachusetts’ free Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).
Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance, Other Resources
Low-Cost Computer
Purchase a new Dell or Chromebook for $149.99 through Comcast’s Internet Essentials program.
General Assistance
Assurance Wireless: Free Cell Phones for Qualifying Households
Provides eligible low-income households with a free smartphone, monthly data, unlimited texts, and voice minutes.
Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance
Community Resources for Justice Programs
Supports adults with developmental disabilities through group homes and vocational services across Massachusetts.
General Assistance, Housing, Other Resources
Fair Foods ($2 for a shopping bag filled with 12 lbs. of fresh produce)
Get a full bag of fresh produce for just $2—no questions asked.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance
Project Bread FoodSource Hotline
Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline connects people to food assistance programs and local resources quickly.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance
The Greater Boston Food Bank
Find local food assistance options and get help applying for SNAP benefits in Eastern Massachusetts.
Financial Education & Assistance, Food Support, General Assistance
Map of RESEA steps
Partnering with Unemployment for Your Employment Journey.
General Assistance, RESEA
Identity Verification
Once you submit your claim, you will be notified within 72 hours if you are required to verify your identity.
Financial Education & Assistance, General Assistance, Other Resources
Language Line Solutions
Interpretation services available by phone in 240+ languages.
General Assistance, Other Resources
FREE Citizenship Classes at St. Mark
Offering free classes for adult immigrants in the greater Boston area.
Adult Basic Education (ESL & GED), Education, General Assistance
Immigrant Family Service Institute
Expediting immigrants’ successful integration into the United States with justice and dignity.
General Assistance, Job Training, Other Resources
African Bridge Network
Career development resources, professional networking opportunities, and job placement opportunities for skilled immigrants.
Career Change, General Assistance, Other Resources
Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI)
Welcoming and empowering all immigrants in Massachusetts to access resources and supports.
Adult Basic Education (ESL & GED), Education, General Assistance