Needham Community Support Services
Food & Toiletries
Needham Community Council - Food Pantry
781-444-2415
• Accessible 2x per month if eligible. Delivery also available.
• Holiday Gift Card Program – Families need to sign up through a link provided each year through the Needham Community Council.
Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) or EBT Card
• Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)
DTA Assistance Line Call Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA), DTA Assistance Line at (877) 382-2363. The DTA Assistance Line is open from 8:15 A.M. to 4:45 P.M.
• Needham Youth & Family Services can help families complete this application for SNAP/EBT if needed. 781-898-5132
Be Kind Needham
• Emergency gift cards for food, toiletries, gas, etc.
• Ask your school counselor for a referral to this organization for support.
Utilities
Rosemary Recreation Complex, 178 Rosemary St, Needham, MA 02494
Phone: (781) 455-7940
• Gift of Warmth (payment for a month of utilities if eligible)
• Help with setting up a payment plan for utilities/Needham public health can also support you with this paperwork.
• Some gift cards for food and toiletries may be available if eligible.
Clothing
Needham Community Council - Thrift Store
781-444-2415
• Call them regarding clothing vouchers if needed.
• Needham Community Council can also provide additional gift cards to Marshalls for socks and underwear.
Case Management Services
(617) 481-7227
This organization is assigned to Needham, MA and can provide ongoing case management support and advocacy. Call to make an appointment.
If applicable, contact Needham Housing Authority to seek support with case management and advocacy.
Ask to speak to the Residence Coordinator • 781-444-3011
Legal Services
Free Legal Services - Massachusetts
Metrowest Area • Free legal representation for low-income individuals
(508) 620-1830
Toll-free: (800) 696-1501
Hot Spot to Access Internet
• Contact your school counselor about the possibility of accessing a Hotspot through the school district.
• Contact the Needham Public Library to borrow a Hotspot on loan (Minute Man library card needed) • 781-455-7559
• If Needham Public Library has no more Hotspots to borrow on loan, contact surrounding libraries (Minute Man library card also needed)
Wellesley Public Library • 781-235-1610
Dover Town Library • 508-785-8113