Meal and Grocery Resources
Food Assistance and Meal Delivery Resources
Cancer treatment can add stress to even the most basic routines, like putting food on the table. That’s why various organizations step in to provide practical support through nutritious meal deliveries, food assistance programs, and family-friendly services. These resources help improve quality of life, ease financial strain, and ensure you and your loved ones have one less thing to worry about.
Community Servings (MA)
long day. In Essex County, Massachusetts, medically tailored meals are prepared and delivered directly to eligible individuals. An application is required, and meals are customized to support specific health needs.
Magnolia Meals (New England)
Cancer treatment often disrupts routines, including cooking and grocery shopping. In Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and New York, this program provides two months of home-delivered meals—10 for the person with cancer and up to 10 additional meals for family members.
Project Bread (MA)
Medical appointments may be scheduled, but access to food is not always guaranteed. In Massachusetts, a confidential FoodSource Hotline connects individuals to local food assistance programs. You can call or text to speak live with a counselor who helps identify available options.
Open Arms (Minnesota)
Groceries and meal planning can feel overwhelming during illness. In select areas of Minnesota, medically tailored meals are delivered at low or no cost to individuals with serious health needs. The program focuses on nutrition that supports medical care while reducing the strain of daily food preparation.
