Starting Saturday, November 1, 2025, about 1.1 million residents in Massachusetts will see a reduction or loss of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This change is expected to affect food security for many families and individuals in the state. State agencies and community organizations are preparing additional support resources in response.
The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) has released updated information and answers to common questions about the SNAP changes. This is especially relevant during the ongoing federal shutdown. Residents can visit the DTA website and the Department of Public Health’s Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) program for updates and guidance. The Massachusetts Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) also provides details on eligible vendors and program requirements.
For immediate help, Mass 211 is available at all times to connect callers with government benefits and health services. The Healey administration has created a Resource Hub at Mass.gov/SNAPFreeze. This site offers information on food assistance, ways to get help, and options for individuals and businesses to support relief efforts. Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline (1-800-645-8333) offers multilingual support for those seeking food assistance. Online directories also list local food pantries and soup kitchens across Massachusetts…