Where to go when pandemic arrives.
You need to take all the necessary precautions and measures that the medical community is telling us to take. If you need help in taking these precautions, like finding a mask, we can help with that.
If you are feeling ill, you need to consult your Doctor right away, or go to the hospital. Below is a list of places to go or consult after you have contacted your primary care physician, for other means of assistance non-health related. If you need help in getting the help you need, just click the “I need help button” at the bottom of the page.
Below are organizations where you can begin to find help in the city of New Bedford.
1. United Way of Greater New Bedford - “Help United” response fund provides immediate help for families in need who have been impacted by COVID-19. Fill out an application online here.
2. YMCA offering emergency childcare for essential workers (must provide employee verification). Download forms here, fill them out, and bring them with you.
Address: 25 South Water St.
Phone: 508-997-0734
3. “Grab n’ Go” program by the New Bedford public schools giving children K-12 access to free breakfast and lunches. Open Tuesdays and Fridays 11:30 am-1pm (can get 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches at a time).
Website: https://www.nbpsmeals.com
4. Pandemic EBT government program providing financial assistance for those with children who were receiving free/discounted meals at school.
Phone: 800-645-8333
Website: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/pandemic-ebt-p-ebt
5. RAFT Program helping families who need assistance paying rent/mortgage due to the coronavirus. Must apply online here.
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