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Massachusetts Emergency Assistance Family Shelter
State emergency shelter application program for eligible families with children and pregnant people experiencing homelessness.
Massachusetts Emergency Assistance Family Shelter
The Massachusetts Emergency Assistance Family Shelter program accepts applications online, by telephone, and at designated offices, including the Lawrence office.
About This Resource
Services Offered
Emergency family shelter screening; eligibility assessment; Housing Help Hub online application; Homeless Coordinator assistance; referrals to HomeBASE when eligible.
Eligibility
Eligibility is determined by the Commonwealth. The program primarily serves eligible families with children under 21 and pregnant people experiencing homelessness.
Documents or What to Bring
Applicants may need proof of identity, family relationship, housing situation, income, and other eligibility documents. Contact a Homeless Coordinator for the current list.