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About Us

Merrimac Housing Authority has been established in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 121B. Our primary purpose is to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing to families and elderly/disabled of low income. Merrimac Housing Authority is governed by State and Federal laws and regulations. Merrimac Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of State programs such as State Aided Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by DHCD, respectively. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements and the status of any waiting lists and application procedures.

The Amesbury Housing Authority is the Management Agent for the Merrimac Housing Authority. All administrative business is handled at the Amesbury Housing Authority office located at 180 Main Street Amesbury MA. Merrimac Housing Authority has a part time maintenance employee on site Monday through Friday. Amesbury Housing Authority maintenance personnel assist Merrimac Housing Authority on an as needed basis and for all after hours emergencies.

Mission Statement

Merrimac Housing Authority’s mission is to provide stable, affordable and quality low income housing. Create an environment which enables residents to live responsibly and with dignity as well as support residents in their efforts to achieve self-sufficiency.

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Our Programs

STATE ELDERLY

Merri-Village

667-1 State Aided Public Housing: 48 One-bedroom elderly/disabled units
Merri-Village
STATE FAMILY

Lincoln & Green Street

705-1 State Aided Public Housing: 4-Family units of 2 and 3 bedrooms

Resources

Food Assistance & Pantries

  • WIC
  • Our Neighbor’s Table (ONT): The primary hub for food security in Amesbury. They operate a Market (pantry) and offer hot meal programs.
    Website: ourneighborstable.org
  • SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program): Provides monthly cash for groceries. You can apply through the DTA Connect portal.
    Snap Applications
    DTA Connect - Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance
  • HIP (Healthy Incentives Program): Use your SNAP benefits at participating farmers’ markets and farm stands to get dollar-for-dollar matching on fruits and vegetables.
    Find locations: Use the DTA Finder or visit mass.gov/hip.
  • Meals on Wheels
    Referral form: Home Care & Meals on Wheels Referral Form (Page 1 of 9)
  • Local Food Pantries
    • Local Food Pantries & Markets
    • THE PETTENGILL HOUSE, INC.
      pettengillhouse.org/program-overview.aspx
    • What Pettengil House helps with:
      • Comprehensive Case Management
      • Basic Needs
      • Children’s Supplemental Gift
      • Community Partnership
      • Crisis Intervention Services
      • Educational Initiatives
      • Individual and Family Stabilization Services
      • Food Pantry
      • Home Visits, Assessments, and Interventions
      • MassHealth Services
      • MA Dept. of Transitional Assistance Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
      • McKinney Vento Homeless Student Support
      • Operation Backpack
      • Saturday Night Meals
      • School Linked Services
      • Senior Support
      • Substance Addiction / Mental Health Initiatives
      • Winter Coat Drive

Cash Assistance

Fuel Assistance

General Support & Referrals

  • Mass 2-1-1: Dial 2-1-1 or visit mass211.org for confidential, 24/7 referrals to local essential services, including housing and utility assistance.
    https://mass211.org/
  • Amesbury Council on Aging: Offers specific resources if you are a senior citizen in the area.

Transportation Assistance

St. Vincent de Paul Society

St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. André Bessette Parish - Amesbury, MA

The St Vincent de Paul Society (commonly known as Vinnies) is a global Catholic charity that provides practical frontline support, advocacy, and friendship to people experiencing poverty, disadvantage, or social isolation.

What Vinnies Does

  • Emergency Relief: Provides food, clothing, and financial assistance for essential bills to people in immediate crisis.
  • Housing and Homelessness: Offers crisis accommodation, transitional housing, and support services for people who are homeless or at risk of losing their home.
  • Op Shops: Operates thrift stores ("Vinnies Shops") that sell affordable donated goods to raise funds for community support programs.
  • Home Visits: Sends volunteers directly to people's homes to offer a listening ear, companionship, and tailored local support
  • Specialized Support: Runs programs for mental health care, domestic violence refuge, refugee and migrant settlement, and youth support.
  • Social Justice Advocacy: Campaigns to change government policies and tackle the root causes of poverty and inequality.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families facing unexpected financial crises and hardship. [1, 2]

What Financial Assistance Covers

  • Housing Support: Rent, mortgage payments, and security deposits to prevent eviction and homelessness.
  • Utilities: Help with heat, electricity, water, and gas shut-off notices.
  • Basic Needs & Medical: Assistance paying for urgent medical bills, prescriptions, transportation, and school or other life expenses.
  • Direct Vendor Payments: Approved funds are typically paid directly to your landlord, utility company, or service provider rather than given in cash.

National Grid

Support Services

Domestic Violence Support Service

Services for children

Adult Education