Catholic Charities: Financial Assistance

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Catholic Charities in Massachusetts provides a range of services aimed at supporting individuals and families facing financial hardships. While they do not offer a program specifically for funding sober living arrangements, their assistance programs can help alleviate financial burdens related to housing, utilities, and basic needs—offering crucial support during the recovery process.

Catholic Charities’ services can be particularly beneficial for individuals transitioning from treatment to sober living, as they work to restore financial stability and secure long-term housing.

Available Assistance Programs:

• Living Assistance: Catholic Charities Boston provides emergency financial aid to eligible individuals to help them stay in their homes and avoid displacement while they work toward financial independence.
• Rental and Utility Assistance: The Worcester County branch offers limited financial support for rent, mortgage payments, and utility bills to prevent eviction and service shut-offs.
• Emergency Fuel Assistance: For individuals facing heating emergencies, Catholic Charities may provide support to ensure a safe and warm living environment.
• Transitional Housing Support: In special cases, Catholic Charities can assist individuals moving from shelters to stable housing due to safety concerns, domestic violence, or other urgent needs.

Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility for assistance programs may vary by program and location. In general, Catholic Charities prioritizes individuals and families who:

• Have received utility shut-off notices or court summons for eviction.
• Live in public housing and have been served a notice to quit letter.
• Require emergency fuel assistance to maintain heating.
• Need to relocate due to safety concerns such as domestic violence or transitioning from a shelter.

Individuals interested in receiving assistance should follow these steps:

Contact the Nearest Catholic Charities Location: Reach out to the nearest office and request to speak with a Basic Needs Case Manager. www.ccfrdioc.org

Pre-Screening Process: A case manager will assess your situation and explain available support options and the application process.

Prepare Documentation: Applicants must provide supporting documents, which may include:

• Utility shut-off notices
• Eviction notices
• Proof of income
• Identification (such as a driver’s license or ID card)