Lynn

Local offices in Lynn

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

• Housing help · City office

  Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development

  10 Church Street, Lynn, MA 01902

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceGet information about affordable housing, rental assistance, and help with rent or utility costs.Apply online
  Call 781-581-8600DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Lynn Energy Advocate

  3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 01901

  Help here

  • Help lowering energy billsGet help finding utility discounts, budget plans, and energy-saving programs.
  Call 781-586-8023DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  Lynn Water & Sewer Commission

  400 Parkland Avenue, Lynn, MA 01905

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsGet help with water and sewer billing and customer questions.
  Call 781-596-2400DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · City office

  Lynn Elder Services and Senior Center

  37 Friend Street, Lynn, MA 01902

  Help here

  • Senior activities and programsResidents age 60 and older can get information about activities and programs at the Senior Center.
  Call 781-586-6879DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Department of Children and Families Lynn Area Office

  330 Lynnway, Suite 201, Lynn, MA 01901

  Help here

  • Child and family servicesContact the state office for help with child and family services.
  Call 781-477-1600DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Lynn City Hall

  3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 01901

  Help here

  • Report a city issueReport problems such as trash, road damage, tree concerns, or graffiti to the city.Read more
  Call 781-598-4000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  MassHire North Shore Career Center Lynn Access Point

  300 Broad Street, Lynn, MA 01901

  Help here

  • Career center servicesGet job search and career help at the Lynn access point.
  Call 978-825-7200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on masshire-nscareers.org

• Library · City office

  Lynn Public Library

  5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials or use the library for research and learning.
  Call 781-595-0567DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Lynn Parks & Recreation

  Help here

  • Recreation programsFind year-round activities, sports programs, and recreation for Lynn residents.
  Call 781-586-6734Website

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

City of Lynn website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

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

• Food pantry

  Food Access Center (Food Pantry), North End

  ABCD Action for Boston Community Development

  8.8 miles from the center of Lynn

  1 Michelangelo Street, Boston, MA 02113

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 4 PM
  • Wed9 AM to 4 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 4 PM
  • Fri9 AM to 4 PM
  Call 617-523-8125DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Food Access Center (Food Pantry), West End

  ABCD Action for Boston Community Development

  9.3 miles from the center of Lynn

  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

  Manna

  9.7 miles from the center of Lynn

  138 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111

  Hours

  • Mon9:30 AM to 2 PM
  • Tue9:30 AM to 12 PM
  • Sun8:30 AM to 11 AM

  Who can come: Unstably housed people in Boston

  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Food pantry

  Boston Rescue Mission Food Pantry

  Boston Rescue Mission

  9.7 miles from the center of Lynn

  39 Kingston St, Boston, MA 02111

  Hours

  • Mon2 PM to 3 PM
  • Sat2 PM to 3:30 PM
  Call 617-446-3458DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free meals

  Meals

  St. Francis House

  9.9 miles from the center of Lynn

  39 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

  Hours

  • Mon7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Tue7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Wed7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Thu7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Fri7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Sat7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
  • Sun7 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Guests

  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Free meals

  Friday Night Supper Program

  10 miles from the center of Lynn

  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

Nonprofits that serve Lynn

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

Offices for all of Essex County

Lynn is in Essex County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  DTA Lawrence Transitional Assistance Office

  280 Merrimack Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

  Help here

  • SNAP and cash assistanceApply for food and cash benefits or get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 978-725-7100DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  DTA North Shore Transitional Assistance Office

  45 Congress Street, Suite 4120, Salem, MA 01970

  Help here

  • SNAP and cash assistanceApply for food and cash benefits or get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 978-825-7300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Lawrence Court Service Center

  2 Appleton Street, 2nd Floor, Lawrence, MA 01840

  Help here

  • Court self-helpGet free help understanding court forms and processes if you do not have a lawyer.
  Call 711DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · State office

  Essex Law Library

  2 Appleton Street, Lawrence, MA 01840

  Help here

  • Legal researchUse legal reference materials and ask library staff for help with legal research.
  Call 978-687-7608DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  SeniorCare Inc.

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesFind information and support for older adults and family caregivers in the region.
  Website

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  MassHire Merrimack Valley Career Center

  439 South Union Street, Suite 208, Lawrence, MA 01843

  Help here

  • Job search and career supportGet help with job searches, resumes, career planning, and training options.
  Call 978-722-7000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on masshiremvcc.com

Everything in Essex 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