COMMUNITY RESOURCES

be; community
be; community is a peer-led nonprofit offering support and inclusive events for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families in the area. While based in East Bridgewater, their programs are accessible to West Bridgewater residents.
Peer Support & Social Group for queer adults (ages 18+) meets the first Monday of each month from 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM. Parents & Caretakers Support Group for families of LGBTQ+ youth meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM. Queer Open Mic nights and other inclusive community events are also hosted.
Website: https://www.be-community.org
Facebook Updates: https://www.facebook.com/be.community.events

Bridgewater PRIDE (Facebook Group)
A local Facebook group serving LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies, providing event updates, shared experiences, and community connections in the region.
Join the group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bridgewaterpride

West Bridgewater Food Pantry, Inc.
This community-based pantry offers curbside pickup for West Bridgewater residents on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 1:45 PM–3:00 PM and 5:30 PM–6:00 PM. Proof of residency is required.
Contact: 508‑510‑5274 | Email: westbridgewaterfoodpantry@gmail.com
Address: 457 Rear South Main Street, Unit #1, West Bridgewater, MA 02379

REACH Program Resources (Town Volunteer Task Force)
Local volunteers coordinate referrals and assistance for food resources, counseling, Alzheimer support, Medicaid/Long-Term Care, and single-parent grants.

West Bridgewater Council on Aging / Senior Center
Provides support services to older residents and caregivers, including SNAP and fuel assistance applications, Meals on Wheels enrollment, outreach, caregiver support groups, and Alzheimer's education.
Phone: 508‑894‑1262 | Address: 97 West Center Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone)
Offered through the Council on Aging to assist Medicare-eligible residents with health insurance counseling and public benefits support.
Available via COA at 508‑894‑1262

Self Help, Inc. (Fuel Assistance & SNAP Support)
Though not based in West Bridgewater, applications for fuel assistance and food stamps can be processed through the local Council on Aging, which also coordinates referrals to Self Help, Inc.
Self Help, Inc. Phone: 508‑588‑5440

Hope Floats & Mike’s Club
Programs offering grief support for children, teens, and families. Mike’s Club focuses on youth bereavement, while Hope Floats provides wellness classes, retreats, and adult grief support.
For referrals or registration, contact: 508‑279‑2140
Website: https://www.hopefloatswellness.org

be; community (Neurodivergent & Social Meetups)
Programs include be;yond the spectrum, a 10-week social skills group for neurodivergent adults, and be; social, a monthly meetup for adults with differing abilities.
Location: 118 North Bedford Street, East Bridgewater, MA
Contact: Nicole Garcia • 508‑443‑6573 • nicole@be-community.org
Website: https://be-community.org/peer-support-social-groups