FOOD INSECURITY

SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP)

SNAP offers nutrition assistance to millions of eligible, low-income individuals and families and provides economic benefits to communities.

Online Application Link: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-snap-benefits-food-stamps

If you have further questions or need of additional assistance with the application, contact the Transitional Assistance Office in Quincy, located on 1515 Hancock St. Suite 105.

Phone: 617-249-8200

SCITUATE FOOD PANTRY

Link to Scituate Food Pantry Website: http://www.scituatefoodpantry.org/

The Scituate Food Pantry is a 501C non-profit organization sponsored by the Scituate Clergy Association. To be eligible for this assistance, a person needs to be a resident of the town and meet basic income guidelines.

If you would like to apply or have questions or concerns, feel free to visit the Food Pantry for a confidential conversation during the hours of operation. You may also fill out the application below and send to: Scituate Food Pantry, P.O. Box 120 Scituate, MA 02066

Phone number: 781-545-5827

Hours of operation:

Tuesdays: 10am- 12:15 pm & Thursdays: 3:30-5:30 pm

Distribution Center:

Former Gates Cafeteria (Use Cudworth Driveway)
327 First Parish Road
Scituate, MA 02066

MEALS ON WHEELS

Meals on wheels is a home delivered meals program designed to provide the right combination of good nutrition and a friendly visitor for people 60+ who may not have enough food, be able to prepare their own food, or understand the proper nutritional requirements as they are advancing in age.

The program delivers meals based on need, so whether long or short term. Whether recovering from surgery or an illness, or just not having the mobility to get to the market on a regular basis.

To inquire about services or for more information call South Shore Elder Services Information and Referral Department at 781-848-3910.

WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN PROGRAM (WIC)

WIC is a nutrition program that provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and other services, free of charge, to Massachusetts families who qualify.

You can participate in the WIC program if you have a child under 5, are a new mom, or a pregnant or breastfeeding woman and meet the income criteria.

You are automatically income eligible if you have MassHealth/Medicaid, or receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits or Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TADFC) benefits.

For more information and specific income eligibility guidelines or to apply, visit https://www.mass.gov/service-details/check-eligibility-for-wic.

FARMER'S MARKET NUTRITIONAL PROGRAM

If you are over the age of 60, or disabled and your income falls within the guidelines you are eligible to receive coupons to local farmer's markets. 

The coupons usually arrive in mid-July for distribution. Quantities are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. Please contact Erin Lamonte at 781-545-8873 in advance to apply and reserve your coupons. Erin Lamonte will call you when they arrive, you will only need to sign a form stating you meet the income requirements. You can use these coupons at many area Farmers Markets.

If you need assistance filling out any of the applications or have any further questions you may call Scituate Town Social Worker at 781-545-8828.