WAKEFIELD — Beginning November 1, on a rolling basis, some people may have seen a cut in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
The town understands that this change may create challenges for some households. To assist, Wakefield Public Schools and Wakefield’s Heath and Human Services Department have gathered a list of local food resources available in Wakefield and surrounding communities. This includes food pantries, meal programs, and assistance hotlines.
If your family is experiencing food insecurity or could use some extra support, please don’t hesitate to reach out for confidential assistance:
• School Director of Food Services Dustin O’Brien can be reached at 781-246-6440 ext. 6904.
• Wakefield Social Services Coordinator Sandra Siguenza-Hache can be reached at 339-219-4038.
Additional Information
• Stay up-to-date on this situation from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services.
• Governor Healey launched a new SNAP Resource Hub that includes information on how families facing hunger can get help and ways for people and businesses to offer help.