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Free help in Boston, MA — food pantries, shelter, recovery, and clinics

4 places in and around Boston that help families for free or at low cost. Nothing to buy, no account needed. Call ahead — hours change.

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Food Pantries & Meals in Boston, MA

  • Greater Boston Food Bank

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    Largest hunger-relief organization in New England; 600+ agencies across eastern Massachusetts.

    Food pantryMobile distribution
    Boston, MA Call for pantry locations, hours, and distribution schedules near you.
    Call 617-427-5200 WebsiteDetails

Shelter & Housing Help in Boston, MA

  • Boston Rescue Mission

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    Overnight shelter, meals, and recovery programs in downtown Boston.

    Emergency shelter
    Boston, MA Call for intake availability and bed space; most shelters operate first-come, first-served.
    Call 617-338-9000 WebsiteDetails

  • Pine Street Inn

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    New England's largest shelter provider; emergency shelter and permanent housing.

    Emergency shelter
    Boston, MA Call for intake availability and bed space; most shelters operate first-come, first-served.
    Call 617-892-9100 WebsiteDetails

Addiction Recovery & Rehab in Boston, MA

  • Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center

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    Free 6-12 month residential work-therapy recovery program.

    Inpatient treatmentSupport groupsFaith-based recovery
    Boston, MA Call for intake; many faith-based programs are free or low-cost.
    Call 617-536-5260 WebsiteDetails
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