Fitchburg

Local offices in Fitchburg

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  DTA Fitchburg Center Transitional Assistance Office

  49 Nursery Lane, Suite 101, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • SNAP and cash assistanceApply for SNAP or cash assistance and get help with an active benefits case.Apply online
  Call 978-665-8700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Fitchburg Housing Authority

  50 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or rental assistance through the Housing Authority.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 978-342-5222DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgha.org

• Utilities · City office

  Treasurer's Office

  718 Main Street, Suite 103, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsPay your water or sewer bill at the Treasurer's Office or use the online payment options.Apply online
  Call 978-829-1830DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgma.gov

• Local office · City office

  Fitchburg City Hall

  718 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • City information and contactsCall City Hall to find the right city office for your question.Read more
  Call 978-829-1800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgma.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Fitchburg Senior Center

  14 Wallace Avenue, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • Older adult information and referralGet information about services for older adults and their families.
  • Senior Center meals and programsAsk about meals, activities, and other programs at the Senior Center.
  Call 978-829-1790DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgma.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  MassHire North Central Career Center

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, resumes, networking, and training through the nearby career center.
  Call 978-534-1481Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• Library · City office

  Fitchburg Public Library

  166 Boulder Drive, Suite 108, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit or call the library for books, research help, and other library services.
  Call 978-829-1780DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgma.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks & Recreation Division

  718 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and parksContact the division about recreation programs, parks, and facilities.
  Call 978-829-1815DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on fitchburgma.gov

City of Fitchburg website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Fitchburg first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  The Centre Food Hub Food Pantry

  The Centre for Faith, Art, and Justice

  41 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  3702 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

  Hours

  • Tue12 PM to 5 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 5 PM
  • Thu3 PM to 6:30 PM
  • Fri12 PM to 5 PM
  • Sat11 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Anyone who needs free groceries, as long as the pantry has capacity

  What to bring: Sign up online

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 617-971-8840DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thecentrejp.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Food Access Center (Food Pantry), West End

  ABCD Action for Boston Community Development

  42 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  75 Blossom Court, Boston, MA 02114

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 4 PM
  • Tue9 AM to 4 PM
  • Wed9 AM to 4 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 4 PM
  Call 617-523-8125DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on bostonabcd.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Friday Night Supper Program

  42 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  351 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

  Hours

  • Fri5 PM to 7 PM

  Who can come: Anyone who would like a free meal

  What to bring: No registration or sign up is required

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on fridaynightsupper.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Haley House Food Pantry

  Haley House

  42 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  23 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA 02116

  Hours

  • Thu9:30 AM to 11 AM

  Who can come: Neighbors with limited food access

  Call 617-236-8132DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on haleyhouse.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Haley House Soup Kitchen

  Haley House

  42 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  23 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA 02116

  Hours

  • Mon6:15 AM to 9:30 AM. Meal served 08:00-09:30
  • Tue6:15 AM to 9:30 AM. Meal served 08:00-09:30
  • Wed6:15 AM to 9:30 AM. Meal served 08:00-09:30
  • Thu6:15 AM to 9:30 AM. Meal served 08:00-09:30
  • Fri6:15 AM to 9:30 AM. Meal served 08:00-09:30; 2:15 PM to 5:30 PM. Afternoon meal service
  • Sun10 AM to 2:30 PM. Meal served 12:00-13:30

  Who can come: Everyone is invited

  Call 617-236-8132DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on haleyhouse.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Sojourner House Food Pantry

  Sojourner House

  42 miles from the center of Fitchburg

  85 Rockland Street, Roxbury, MA 02119

  Hours

  • Fri12 PM to 1 PM

  Who can come: Open to the public

  What to bring: No referral is needed

  Call 617-442-0590DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on sojournerhouseboston.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Fitchburg

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Worcester County

Fitchburg is in Worcester County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  Worcester WIC Program Main Clinic

  18 Chestnut Street, Suite 440, Worcester, MA 01608

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportApply for food and nutrition support if you are pregnant, recently had a baby, or care for a young child.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• State office

  Worcester Transitional Assistance Office

  50 Southwest Cutoff, Worcester, MA 01604

  Help here

  • Apply for food and cash assistanceGet help applying for SNAP food benefits and cash assistance.Apply online
  • Get help with benefitsGet help with a DTA case, documents, or an EBT card.
  Call 508-767-3100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• State office

  Southbridge Transitional Assistance Office

  80 Optical Drive, Southbridge, MA 01550

  Help here

  • Apply for food and cash assistanceGet help applying for SNAP food benefits and cash assistance.Apply online
  • Get help with benefitsGet help with a DTA case, documents, or an EBT card.
  Call 508-765-2400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Mass 211

  Help here

  • Community services information and referralCall any time to find health and human services and other local help.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass211.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Worcester Trial Court Law Library

  184 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Worcester, MA 01608

  Help here

  • Legal information and researchUse legal books and online resources or ask a law librarian for legal information.
  Call 508-831-2525DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging

  330 Southwest Cutoff, Suite 203, Worcester, MA 01604

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsGet connected to local services and support for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 508-852-5539DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on seniorconnection.org

Everything in Worcester County

Massachusetts programs by kind of help

These are run by Massachusetts and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026