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Get help finding a job, writing a resume or preparing for an interview. Find out how to file a claim for unemployment or determine eligibility requirements. Learn about special programs for veterans and disabled workers. Take advantage of programs in support of businesses facing economic challenges.
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Find out what to do if you have fallen behind on your mortgage or have received a foreclosure notice. Learn your rights as a tenant living in a foreclosed building. Apply for emergency housing or rental assistance. Get a list of approved agencies that provide counseling for homeowners faced with foreclosure or looking to purchase their first home
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Get help with your winter utility bills, or find out if you are eligible for home heating assistance. Learn your rights as a gas and utility customer. . Increasing your home's energy efficiency can make it more comfortable, durable and also can reduce your electric, gas and heating oil expenses. Find energy programs for businesses, farms, and municipalities.
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Rising gas prices are placing added burdens on families and commuters across the Commonwealth. We provide tips help improve your car's gas mileage and find the cheapest gas prices in your community. Explore alternative means of transportation, such as buses, subway, commuter trains, vanpools and more. Whether you drive or ride public transportation, there are many discounts and tax deductions available to commuters.
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Every penny you save is a penny you earn. Things you need to know to help you save money and gain control of your personal finances. Choose the right banking institution; learn about your rights as a consumer; find out your credit and lending rights; eligibility requirements for assistance programs such as AFDC and SSI; information about insurance; educational materials about investments, loans and mortgages.
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In Massachusetts, all residents are required to maintain health insurance. Learn more about programs such as MassHealth (Medicaid); Health Care Reform; Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector; Prescription Advantage; Children's Medical Security Plan, Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage, and more.
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Food banks will provide you with a list of pantries and programs in your area where you can get free food on an emergency basis. Learn the federal income guidelines for food stamp benefits, which help you buy nutritious food for your family. Meal nutrition programs are also available for seniors and their caregivers. School lunch programs provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks to children in participating schools. WIC is a nutrition program that provides nutrition and health education, healthy food and other services free of charge to Massachusetts families who qualify
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Find tools to help position your business for growth and expansion. Resources provide businesses with information about financing -- from low interest loan programs and training grants to specialized technology financing. Learn more about funding, international trade assistance, business growth incentives and other helpful tools as well as business taxes and other business incentives.
