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Community Organizations
Brockton is served by a deep network of non-profits providing shelter, housing, health care, youth programs, and elder care. These are some of the largest and most established.
Non-Profit Organizations
| Organization | What they do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Old Colony YMCA | Child care, youth programs, fitness, and family services across the Brockton area. | 320 Main St · 508-583-2155 |
| Father Bill’s & MainSpring | Emergency shelter, housing help, and homelessness prevention for the South Shore. | 54 North Main St · 508-587-5441 |
| NeighborWorks Housing Solutions | Affordable housing, first-time homebuyer education, and rental assistance. | 68 Legion Parkway · 617-770-2227 |
| Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) | Mental health, disability, and human services for children and adults. | 10 Christy’s Drive · 508-587-1300 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Metro South | After-school programs, sports, and a teen center for Brockton young people. | 233 Warren Ave · 508-584-5209 |
| Old Colony Elder Services | In-home care, Meals on Wheels, and benefits counseling for older adults. | 144 Main St · 508-584-1561 |
Food & Housing Help
| Organization | Notes |
|---|---|
| Father Bill’s & MainSpring | Daily meals and emergency shelter. 54 North Main St · 508-587-5441. |
| Old Colony Elder Services | Meals on Wheels for older residents. 144 Main St · 508-584-1561. |
| Brockton Housing Authority | Public housing and Section 8 rental vouchers. 45 Goddard Road · 508-588-6880. |
For a current list of food pantries and meal sites, call Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-645-8333 or visit brockton.ma.us.