Ignite Recovery

11/08/2025

GRAB N' GO MEALS FOR SNAP & WIC RECIPIENTS

The Boys and Girls Clubs Metro South (BGCMS) is offering free Grab N' Go meals for SNAP & WIC recipients starting Friday, November 7, 2025.

Tuesdays & Fridays
5:00-6:00 PM

First Come, First-Served, Limited Quantity!

Pick up at the Blue Spoon Community Kitchen (20 Great Futures Way, Taunton) next to the BGCMS Taunton Clubhouse.

Family-Style, Heat & Serve Meals, Reheating Instructions Included

Please share this information with anyone who may be in need of assistance during the SNAP benefits reduction period.

11/05/2025

The government shutdown is putting additional strain on households in our community by pausing federal funding for SNAP benefits. As families navigate this uncertainty, it’s important to know about programs still available to help stretch food dollars.

If you live in Massachusetts and receive SNAP, you can continue to use the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) — even if there’s only one penny left on your SNAP card come November 1st.

HIP helps families buy fresh, local fruits and vegetables from participating farms and vendors, and automatically adds money back to your EBT card each month based on your household size:

1–2 people: $40/month

3–5 people: $60/month

6+ people: $80/month

Visit DTAFinder.com to locate nearby HIP vendors and continue accessing healthy, local food for your family during this time.

Every bit of support matters — and programs like HIP can help keep healthy food on the table. 🥕🍎🥦

11/05/2025

People are hurting right now due to delays in SNAP benefits. Families are struggling to put food on the table, forcing them to make impossible choices between groceries, bills, and other essentials.

Food is not a luxury. It is a fundamental right. Project Bread is here to help. Our FoodSource Hotline connects Massachusetts residents to free food resources in their community—quickly and confidentially.

Call or text 1-800-645-8333 today.

You can also visit our food resources page: https://projectbread.org/get-help/government-shutdown-food-resources

11/04/2025

11/03/2025

November is Homelessness Awareness Month 🕊️
This month, we come together to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals and families experiencing homelessness. It’s a time to raise awareness, show compassion, and work toward lasting solutions that promote dignity, stability, and hope.
Homelessness can happen to anyone — and behind every statistic is a story of resilience and strength. Together, we can make a difference by supporting local shelters, outreach programs, and initiatives that provide housing, healthcare, and recovery resources. Use the link to find some programs and resources: bit.ly/490Skb4

Let’s use this month to listen, learn, and lend a helping hand. 💙

10/31/2025

🎃 At Ignite Recovery, we believe in celebrating every part of the journey — even the spooky ones! 👻
Show us your Halloween spirit! Whether it’s you, your family, or your pets — drop a photo of your costumes in the comments and let’s have a little fun together! 💪🧡

10/31/2025

📢 Massachusetts Health Insurance Open Enrollment is here!
You can enroll in or change your health insurance plan from November 1, 2025, through January 23, 2026.
Need help applying for or renewing your MassHealth or Health Connector coverage?
Contact Mary Kinnane at Fall River Health & Human Services for free assistance:
📞 774-320-5136 | ✉️ mkinnane@fallriverma.gov

10/30/2025

10/30/2025

Healing isn’t always a straight path — sometimes it takes a few turns to find your way forward. What matters most is that you keep going. 💛 We’re here for you in your journey.

10/29/2025

Exciting News from Pace!

A brand new program to help the community. Groceries and delivery at no cost! 🛒🚚 Who's eligible? Low-income single women aged 65 and older can now receive FREE weekly home-delivered groceries from the PACE Food Center. This initiative is designed to support those who need it most in our community.

👉 Eligible areas include: New Bedford, Dartmouth, Marion, Rochester, Mattapoisett, Fairhaven, and Acushnet.

To register or learn more, please contact Brooke at brooke@paceinfo.org or call 508-536-3773.
Please inquire if you or someone you know is eligible.

Let's ensure our seniors have access to essential groceries without the worry of cost. Spread the word to those who may benefit!