Little Necessities
Through donations, volunteer efforts, and partnerships with local organizations, Little Necessities programs ensure that older adults have access to the fundamental items necessary for daily living and well-being.
Central Boston Elder Services
Program For Consumers Age 60 And Above
To apply, you must have a Care Manager at Central Boston Elder Services assist you by filling out the application. This is a one-time award.
The Little Necessities funds have been used for canes, rollator walkers, clothing, microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, bureaus, beds, recliner chairs, and power lift chairs. Mass Home Care uses 24 local non-profit agencies to carry out the program on behalf of elderly clients who receive home care assistance to remain living independently at home. Ask your Care Manager about the Little Necessities Fund.
At Central Boston Elder Services, We Provide 3 Little Necessities Funds:
Little Necessities Fund For Persons With Disabilities
Through the Little Necessities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, consumers under 60 may receive awards to purchase eligible goods and services to improve their quality of life.
Little Necessities Fund For Women
Through a Katharine C. Pierce Trust grant, female consumers aged 60 and above may receive awards to purchase eligible goods and services to improve their quality of life.
The Katharine C. Pierce Trust was established to assist “needy and deserving gentlewomen in reduced circumstances, that their lives may be made more comfortable.”
Little Necessities For Men
Through the Little Necessities Fund for Men, male consumers aged 60 and above may receive awards to purchase eligible goods and services to improve their quality of life.
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