Emergency Assistance & Financial Stability
Notice Regarding SSCAC's Emergency Assistance Program
The Emergency Assistance program is no longer accepting applications and will be closing permanently due to a lack of funding. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.
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SSCAC's Emergency Assistance and Financial Stability Case Managers can help individuals and families identify and prioritize their needs, create a service plan, and provide resource information and referrals to help with household needs. Our Case Managers can work with individuals and families and provide money management coaching to help them achieve greater financial stability. We have very limited funding to provide one-time emergency financial assistance for eligible households who are at risk of homelessness, utility shut-off, or food insecurity. Given the volume of need and limited resources, we are not able to provide financial assistance to all who apply and must prioritize the most urgent needs.
APPLY FOR CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SSCAC prioritizes low-income households in our primary service area.
To apply for Case Management services, click the button below:
Once submitted, your application will be reviewed, and you will receive a follow-up phone call from one of our Case Managers within a week of submitting your application.
SSCAC Emergency Assistance
Para la aplicación en español, por favor haga clic en el botón de abajo:
If you are several months behind on your rent or mortgage, or need help with first, last and security deposit, or assistance with moving costs, please click the button below for RAFT and other MA state housing assistance at NeighborWorks Housing Solutions.
Please note, RAFT and these other programs are NOT run by SSCAC.
If you are homeless or at risk of losing your home, please reach out to the following agencies for support.
If you need help with utility shut offs or other household needs, these resources may be helpful:
Learn About Your Legal Rights with the Following Resources:
South Coastal Counties Legal Services is committed to bringing justice to low-income residents throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the Islands. They advocate for people struggling economically to help protect their homes, their families, their health, their livelihoods, and their rights.
Mass Legal Help
Free, practical information about your legal rights in Massachusetts. By legal aid programs.
MIRA Coalition
MIRA is the largest coalition in New England promoting the rights and integration of immigrants and refugees.
Mental Health & Substance Abuse Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
CLICK HERE988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call. Text. Chat. (988lifeline.org) - The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Crisis Text Line
CLICK HERECrisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741 Free, 24/7 Mental Health Support - Crisis Text Line is a nonprofit organization that helps people struggling with mental health get free, 24/7 support when they need it most.
MA Mental Health Hotline
CLICK HERE TO CALLMassachusetts Mental Health Hotline | 866-903-3787 - 24/7, 365 days mental health crisis support.
Veterans Crisis Line
CLICK HEREVeterans Crisis Line - The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential support line 24/7, 365 days a year that serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them
The Trevor Project
CLICK HERECrisis Intervention and Suicide support for LGBTQ youth available 24/7
New Hope Hotline
CLICK HERENew Hope, Inc. has a 24/7 hotline available to anyone who is a survivor of domestic violence or sexual violence. New Hope primarily serves Central and Southeastern Massachusetts.
Domestic Violence Support Hotline
CLICK HEREDomestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence Hotline (thehotline.org) - 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Call 1-800-799-7233 SAFE or text “START” to 88788
Plymouth County Outreach
CLICK HEREPlymouth County Outreach is a multi-faceted collaboration of the 27 municipal police departments in Plymouth County, as well as the Bridgewater State University Police Department, working together with Recovery Coaches and community organizations, and coalitions to make treatment, resources, and harm reduction tools more accessible to people who use drugs and their loved ones. Our goal is to provide compassionate, judgment-free support while reducing overdose fatalities.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
CLICK HEREMassachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line (masshelpline.com) Call, text, or chat for real-time clinical assessment, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
NAMI Mass Compass Helpline
CLICK HEREThe National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (NAMI Massachusetts) is a nonprofit grassroots organization. Founded in 1982, we seek to improve the quality of life for people living with mental health conditions, their families, and their caregivers.
MA Helpline
CLICK HEREThe Helpline is a statewide, public resource for finding substance use harm reduction, treatment, recovery, and problem gambling services. Helpline services are free and confidential, and available 24/7.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
CLICK HEREWith local programs and events in all 50 states, AFSP’s chapters are at the forefront of suicide prevention. They create a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, research and advocacy, and support for those affected by suicide. Find a local chapter in your community.
Families for Depression Awareness
CLICK HEREAt Families for Depression Awareness (FFDA), we focus on the families of people living with depression or bipolar disorder ("mood disorders"), equipping family caregivers with education and training so they can provide effective, constructive support to their loved ones.
Additional Helpful Resources
Basic Needs - Catholic Charities
Sometimes you need a hand to build or rebuild your life.
Plymouth Fragment Society
For Plymouth residents only.
Mass Gov
Use the search bar to find useful information and resources on a variety of topics
SNAP
Apply for SNAP benefits.
Mass Hire
Career Services and Planning.
Tenant's Guide To Eviction
Knowledge is power. Educate yourself on the process if you are facing eviction.
Tenant's Rights
Be aware of your rights as a tenant.
Preventing Foreclosure
Tips from the Attorney General’s Office on how to prevent foreclosure.
Mass Health
Health insurance information.