Massachusetts

Massachusetts offers a variety of resources and programs to assist pregnant women, mothers, and families in need of housing support. Here are some organizations and initiatives that provide such assistance:

Statewide Housing Assistance Programs
HomeBASE Program: Administered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC), HomeBASE provides flexible financial assistance to eligible homeless families, including pregnant women, to help them secure stable housing. Benefits may include funds for rent, security deposits, utilities, and furniture. Families must meet specific income and eligibility criteria.

Emergency Housing Assistance: Massachusetts offers emergency shelter services for individuals and families facing homelessness. Pregnant women and families with children can access shelters and receive support services aimed at securing permanent housing.

Maternity Homes and Shelters
Bethesda House (Pembroke, MA): Provides a safe, supportive home for young mothers and their babies, offering education, job resources, life skills training, and parenting support.

Friends of the Unborn (Quincy, MA): Offers long-term, rent-free shelter and support to women facing unplanned pregnancies, providing a caring and compassionate environment.

Abby's House (Worcester, MA): Empowers women and children by providing safe housing, support services, and advocacy for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Visitation House (Worcester, MA): Offers a secure residence for homeless women during pregnancy and postpartum, providing support and resources to help them become self-sufficient.
Young Parenting Living Program (YPLP) at St. Mary's Center (Dorchester, MA): Serves young pregnant and parenting mothers, offering comprehensive services including housing, education, and employment support.

Additional Support Services

Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (MSPCC) – Healthy Families Program: A voluntary, free home-based family coaching program supporting young, first-time parents to create stable, nurturing environments for their children.

Ascentria Care Alliance – Young Parent Living Program: Supports low-income, single, teenage mothers and their children by providing housing, counseling, training, advocacy, and transitional housing in Massachusetts.

For immediate assistance and to explore more options tailored to your specific needs, contacting Mass 211 by dialing 2-1-1 can connect you with local resources and support services.