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Nutrition center

Nutrition Center UPDATES: Closed on December 24th & 25th for the Christmas Holiday 

Centro de Nutrición ACTUALIZACIONES: Cerrado el 24 y 25 de diciembre por las vacaciones de Navidad.

 

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Nutrition Center Services

The Food Pantry at Jeremiah’s Inn (JI) provides emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need. Scroll down for eligibility guidelines.

CONTACT

Katherine Barrera

katherine@jeremiahsinn.com

Ailyn Rodriguez

ailyn.santiago@jeremiahsinn.com

PHONE

(508) 755-6403 x 190

LOCATION

1059 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01603

Nutrition Center

HOURS

Monday 9 am- 10:30 am
Tuesday 9 am – 2 pm
Wednesday – CLARK STUDENTS ONLY 12:30-3:30 (CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC)
Thursday & Friday 9 am – 2 pm
Saturday & Sunday – CLOSED

Emergency Food Pantry Eligibility

  • We serve Zip Codes: 01602, 01603, 01610
  • Each household may come once a month
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) commodities are available as needed
  • Jeremiah’s Inn uses The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) income guidelines to determine income eligibility
  • Guests who are in the low-moderate income level or who receive Medicaid (MA Health), SNAP (formerly food stamps), EAEDC, WIC, Free or Reduced School Meals, or Summer Feeding Programs automatically qualify
  • Please refer to the USDA.gov website for specific and up-to-date income levels. If you need assistance with your enrollment please contact the Nutrition Center Coordinator.

to receive food please be sure to bring one of the following when you visit:


1. Jeremiah’s Inn Blue Card (please note – new clients will receive this card upon their first visit)
2. Other documents to prove residency in our service area (zip codes: 01602, 01603, 01610)

ACCEPTED DOCUMENTS:

  • To receive your Jeremiah’s Inn Card, please bring something with your name and address on it.
  • For example: any piece of mail with your name and address on it – a monthly bill, health insurance card, rental agreement, referral letter, etc. If you have any questions about eligibility, please contact the Nutrition Center staff.


We kindly ask that food pantry clients bring their own bags when possible. We are always in need of bags and boxes, and accept donations of reusable shopping bags and totes.

 

Food Pantry Appointments

In an effort to maintain a safe environment for all our guests, we are trying out a new appointment system.

  • Must be an established guest of Jeremiah’s Inn with a blue card/guest number. Your appointment will be cancelled if you do not provide your JI number.
  • New guests must complete an in-person intake before using this sign-up. Guests must live in Zip Codes 01602, 01603, or 01610 and bring proof of address. At this time, appointment guests can only receive pre-packaged boxes.
  • You may request 1 -3 items (i.e., milk, chicken, etc.), which we will do our best to accommodate if possible. No substitutions. No shopping.

Para obtener más información sobre la elegibilidad y programación de citas para la despensa de alimentos, HAGA CLIC AQUÍ

Para saber mais sobre os critérios de elegibilidade e agendamento para o Banco de Alimentos, CLIQUE AQUI

Để tìm hiểu về điều kiện tham gia và lịch hẹn của Food Pantry, hãy NHẤP VÀO ĐÂY

Pou aprann plis sou kalifikasyon pou Randevou Food Pantry ak pwogramasyon, KLIK ISIT LA, KLIK ISIT LA

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Children

Children

One-third of our guests are children of low-income families who receive benefits through programs like SNAP, WIC, and School Meal Programs.

In 2024, Jeremiah’s Inn food pantry provided emergency food to nearly 32,222 people or 10,000 households in South Worcester. Children, the elderly, and students make up a significant portion of our guests. We want to make sure that all our neighbors have what they need to grow and thrive. 

Seniors

Roughly 30% of our clients are over the age of 55. Many report that some months they have to choose between life-saving medications and food.

Seniors
Partnerships

Partners

We are grateful to partner with a variety of local agencies that generously donate fresh, seasonal, locally grown produce, dairy, protein, bread, and other pantry staples. Their contributions help us nourish both local families in need and the residents at the Inn, ensuring everyone has access to wholesome, high-quality food. These partnerships are a vital part of our mission, and we deeply appreciate their continued support in strengthening our community.

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