Food Program
The Food Pantry Program serves more than 600 families and individuals each week, providing nutritious food assistance to low-income residents from Boston and surrounding communities. Participants receive a supply of healthy groceries designed to help meet their household needs for approximately three days, including fresh produce, proteins, dairy products, and pantry staples when available. By addressing food insecurity and ensuring access to nutritious meals, the program helps families maintain their health, reduce financial stress, and improve their overall well-being while fostering a stronger and more resilient community.
Pantry schedule :
Wednesday and Friday : 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WorkForce Development
The Workforce Development Program at One Community Support provides an integrated pathway to economic opportunity by combining English language literacy, computer literacy, and job readiness training into one comprehensive program. Participants strengthen their English communication skills, gain essential digital competencies, and develop the practical tools needed to succeed in today’s workforce, including resume writing, online job applications, interview preparation, workplace communication, and career planning. By addressing language barriers, bridging the digital divide, and building employment skills simultaneously, the program empowers individuals—particularly immigrants, low-income residents, and underserved community members—to secure meaningful employment, advance their careers, and achieve greater self-sufficiency.
Youth Programs
The Youth Media and Academic Enrichment Program empowers young people through a combination of educational support and creative media training. The program provides tutoring and homework assistance to help students strengthen their academic performance, build confidence, and achieve their educational goals. In addition, participants gain hands-on experience in photography and videography, learning technical skills such as camera operation, composition, lighting, storytelling, video editing, and digital content creation. Through project-based learning and mentorship, youth develop creativity, communication skills, teamwork, and leadership abilities while exploring potential career pathways in media, technology, and the creative industries. By combining academic enrichment with practical media arts training, the program helps young people build valuable life skills, express their voices, and prepare for future educational and professional opportunities.
Senior Activities
The Senior Activities Program is a new community initiative designed to promote social connection, engagement, and well-being among older adults living in the neighborhood. The program provides a welcoming environment where seniors can participate in recreational activities such as board games, card games, bingo, group discussions, and other enjoyable social events. Participants also receive nutritious meals and opportunities to build friendships, reduce social isolation, and stay active within their community. Through meaningful activities and regular interaction, the program aims to enhance quality of life, support healthy aging, and create a stronger sense of belonging for local seniors.
English Classes
The English Language Learning (ESOL) Program serves more than 25 adult learners by providing foundational English language instruction that helps newcomers build the essential communication skills needed to successfully navigate life in their new community. Through beginner-level reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities, students gain the confidence to communicate with employers, teachers, healthcare providers, and service agencies, while also learning practical vocabulary and everyday life skills. The program supports participants in overcoming language barriers, increasing independence, accessing community resources, and pursuing educational and employment opportunities. By creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment, the ESOL Program helps students become more engaged, informed, and active members of society.
Computer Literacy
The Computer Literacy Program provides participants with the fundamental digital skills needed to confidently navigate today’s technology-driven world. Designed for individuals with little or no prior computer experience, the program offers hands-on instruction in basic computer operations, internet navigation, email communication, online safety, and the use of common software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets. Students also learn practical skills for accessing online services, completing digital forms, searching for information, and applying for jobs online. By building essential technology skills and digital confidence, the program helps participants increase their independence, improve access to educational and employment opportunities, and become more active and connected members of the community.