Early Childhood Housing
Every child deserves a safe and stable place to live. We connect families to programs and resources that provide affordable, safe, and stable housing. See if you qualify and how you can find housing assistance near you.
Experiencing Homelessness
| Name | Service | Location | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Massachusetts Emergency Family Shelter | ||
| Service |
Overnight shelter (families) | ||
| Location | To apply for shelter services please call and speak with a Homeless Coordinator | ||
| Phone Number | 866-584-0653 | ||
| Name | FamilyAid Boston | ||
| Service | Homelessness prevention and other services for families | ||
| Location | 3815 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02130 | ||
| Phone Number | 617-542-7286 | ||
| Name | Home for Little Wanderers | ||
| Service | Housing and services for families and youth | ||
| Location | 10 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135 | ||
| Phone Number | 888-HOME-321 or 617-267-3700 |
Resources for Low-Income Families
Affordable Housing
A guide to affordable housing in Boston
Boston Housing Authority
An agency that provides subsidized public housing
Office of Housing Stability
An office that helps tenants in housing crisis due to fire, natural disaster, eviction, or condemnation.
Housing Navigator Massachusetts
A housing search tool that connects renters to affordable housing.
Metrolist
Features the most recent affordable housing listings.
MyMassHome
A listing of subsidized affordable and accessible homes for purchase.
Rental Assistance
| Name | Contact |
|---|---|
| Name | Action for Boston Community and Development Rent and Mortgage Assistance |
| Contact |
Call 617-348-6329 or email abcdconnect@bostonabcd.org |
| Name | Residential Assistance for Families in Transition Program |
| Contact | Call 617-635-4200 or email rrf@boston.gov |
| Name | Rental Relief Fund |
| Contact | Call 877-211-6277 available 24 hours a day 7 days a week |
