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Local offices in Brockton
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Older adults · City office
Brockton Council on Aging
Mary Cruise Kennedy Senior Center, 10 Father Kenney Way, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Senior services and programsAdults age 60 and older can get information about local resources, activities, and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brockton.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Brockton Housing Authority
45 Goddard Road, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Public and rent-assisted housingResidents can ask about public housing and rent-assisted housing in Brockton.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brocktonhousingauthority.com
Utilities · City office
Brockton Department of Public Works
39 Montauk Road, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Water and sewer billing questionsResidents can call with questions about water or sewer bills.
- Water serviceResidents can report water service problems or ask about water connections.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brockton.gov
Library · City office
Brockton Public Library
304 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Library resources and programsResidents can use books, computers, online resources, and free programs at the library.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brocktonpubliclibrary.org
Public health · City office
Brockton Health Department
60 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Public health information and servicesResidents can contact the department about public health concerns, communicable diseases, and immunizations.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on brockton.gov
State office · State office
DTA Brockton Transitional Assistance Office
60 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Transitional assistanceResidents can visit the state office for help with transitional assistance benefits.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
MassHire Greater Brockton Career Center
34 School Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Job search and training helpJob seekers can get help with job searches, career advice, and training options.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on masshiregbcc.org
State office · State office
Brockton RMV Service Center
490 Forest Avenue, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Driver license and ID transactionsResidents can handle certain license, permit, and ID transactions by appointment.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Plymouth County
Brockton is in Plymouth County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Older adults · Regional office
Old Colony Planning Council Area Agency on Aging
70 School Street, Brockton, MA 02301
Help here
- Aging services information and planningGet information about local services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Long-term care ombudsmanGet help raising concerns about care or residents’ rights in a nursing home or assisted living facility.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oldcolonyplanning.org
Community action · Nonprofit
South Shore Community Action Council
71 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Help here
- Fuel assistanceApply for help paying home heating costs if your household meets the income rules.Apply onlineRead more
- Food and nutrition assistanceAsk about food assistance and nutrition programs for individuals and families.
- Early education and family supportAsk about early education and family support programs for children and caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sscac.org
Public health · State office
Plymouth WIC Program main clinic
123 Camelot Drive, Plymouth, MA 02360
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportApply for food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
MassHire South Shore Career Center, Plymouth location
36 Cordage Park Circle, Suite 214, Plymouth, MA 02360
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesGet help finding a job, exploring training, and connecting with employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on masshiress.com
State office · State office
Plymouth RMV Service Center
40 Industrial Park Road, Plymouth, MA 02360
Help here
- Driver’s license, permit, and ID transactionsComplete eligible permit, driver’s license, and ID transactions by appointment.Apply online
- Vehicle registration and title transactionsComplete eligible vehicle and trailer registration or title transactions at the service center.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mass.gov
Local office · Regional office
Mass 211
Help here
- Community services information and referralCall any time to find health and human services and other local help.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mass211.org
Massachusetts programs by kind of help
These are run by Massachusetts and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Mass 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 2-1-1 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988