Access the Assistance You Need
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Click below for instructions on how to access each resource:
Rental/Mortgage Assistance
If you are behind on your rent or mortgage:
Read about and apply for RAFT online here or by calling 781-422-4204
If you are not eligible for RAFT assistance, call Catholic Social Services at 508-997-7337 or the PACE Housing Opportunity Center at 508-993-0033
If you are at risk of homelessness:
Contact New Bedford's Coordinated Entry System to discuss your housing needs at 508-999-4757
Inquire about assistance through Catholic Social Services at 508-999-4757 or PACE at 508-993-0033
If you are experiencing homelessness and seeking permanent housing:
Contact New Bedford's Coordinated Entry System to discuss your housing needs at 508-999-4757
Inquire about assistance through Catholic Social Services at 508-997-4757 or PACE at 508-993-0033
If you are in need of shelter, see the Finding Shelter section.
Legal Assistance
For legal assistance, especially related to housing/eviction:
Contact South Coastal Counties Legal Services at 1-800-244-9023 or read more at http://www.sccls.org/
For matters of potential housing discrimination:
Contact South Coast Fair Housing at 774-473-9994 or visit them online at www.southcoastfairhousing.org
For additional resources and information regarding legal assistance:
Accessing Shelter
If you are an individual in need of shelter:
Individuals males should contact Sister Rose Shelter at 508-997-4757
Females should contact Grace House Shelter at 508-997-3202
Unaccompanied youth aged 16-24 should contact Killians at 774-206-6445
If you are fleeing domestic violence:
Contact the New Bedford Women's Shelter 24 hour hotline at 508-999-6636
If you are a family in need of shelter:
Contact the DHCD Telephonic Line (State) at 1-866-584-0653
You may also access additional resources listed on the 2020 Street Sheet (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
Utility Assistance
For home heating/utility assistance:
Contact PACE Fuel Assistance at 508-525-4271 or review more information at http://paceinfo.org/programs-2/fuel-assistance-program/
Food Assistance
For food assistance:
Apply for SNAP benefits online here or call DTA at 877-382-2363
Visit/contact the following food pantries:
PACE Food Pantry - 166 William Street - Open Mon-Fri 10 AM-2 PM (Review posted hours and mobile locations online here)
Salvation Army New Bedford - 619 Purchase St - Make appointment by calling 508-997-6561
Solanus Casey Food Pantry - 238 Bonney St - Open Weds & Thurs 10 AM-12 PM
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