Food Resources 

Black Rock Food Pantry

2676 Fairfield Ave. 06605
203-610-1222

Food Pantry:

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Please Note:

Must bring valid ID and be a resident of 06605

Bridgeport Rescue Mission

1088 Fairfield Avenue, 06605
203-333-4087

Food Pantry:

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10 a.m. – Noon and 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Soup Kitchen:

Breakfast is available Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 

Lunch is available on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Feed the People Food Pantry

301 Bostwick Avenue, 06605
203-258-5403

Food Pantry: 

Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

King’s Pantry

30 Florence Street, 06607
203-335-9255

Food Pantry:

Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

nOURish Bridgeport Inc.

2200 North Ave, 06604 (Brick Building — Enter on North Ave only — one way street)

203-335-3107

Food Pantry and Diaper Bank:

Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Soup Kitchen

During COVID-19: Walk Up - Drive Up hot meals

Thursday 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Salvation Army

30 Elm Street, 06604
Appointment only, must call 203-334-0995 

Food Pantry:

Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 10:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Note:

Must bring a valid ID 

St. John’s Episcopal Church

768 Fairfield Avenue, 06604
203-335-2999

Food Pantry:
2nd & 4th Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Soup Kitchen:
Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Bishop Jean Williams Food Pantry

4 Worth Street, 06604 

Appointments are required and can be made by calling 203-873-0260.

Food Pantry:

Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday from 1 p.m. to 6p.m.

Please note: 

Everyone must complete a brief intake prior to shopping. Please call 203-873-0260 or complete the form online and someone will contact you by phone.

Thomas Merton House

43 Madison Avenue, 06604
203-367-9036

Food Pantry:

Every other Wednesday starting 4/22 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Soup Kitchen:

Monday - Friday

Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Lunch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Transportation Services 

Shelter

Bridgeport Rescue Mission 725 Park Avenue	Men: 203-333-4087 Women: 203-333-9143 Women and Children: 203-540-5449
Brooks Shelter 309 Brooks St, 06608	Families: 203-367-5830
Center for Women & Families 753 Fairfield Ave, 06604	Individuals & Families: 203-334-6154
Prospect House 392 Prospect St, 06604	Individuals: 203-610-6252

Mental Health Resources

 

CCAR (Connecticut Community for Addictions Recovery)  Whether you are considering a life in recovery, are new to recovery, or are in long-term recovery, CCAR helps you navigate the recovery community.

Connecticut Renaissance Is an organization that specializes in providing behavioral health services for adolescents and adults living with addiction and/or mental health disorders.

Family Reentry Offers a range of services aimed at disrupting the cycle of incarceration by providing individualized case management and support services that empower and fortify individuals, families, and communities.

Greater Bridgeport Community Mental Health Center (GBCMHC) A state-operated facility providing a wide variety of treatment services to adults that range from inpatient treatment, community based services, rehabilitation services and more.

Liberation Programs Offers treatment and prevention services for substance use and mental health disorders, with the purpose of aiding individuals and families in overcoming addiction to restore lives. Such programs include inpatient programs, outpatient services, supportive housing, and more.

LifeBridge Works with individuals, youth, and families, striving to enhance their well-being, bolster their resilience, and build a brighter future. Services include behavioral health assistance, youth development initiatives, and assisting families in accessing the resources then need.

Recovery Network of Programs Offers a full range of care and recovery services to individuals and families, helping them to restore hope, health, and healing. Services include inpatient, outpatient, and housing assistance programs to ensure a complete and successful recovery.

Addictions.com Offers self-help, mental health, and substance abuse resources that cater to individuals at any phase of their recovery journey as well as links to local treatment options like peer support groups and treatment centers.

Healthcare Resources

Please call CHOICES at 1-800-994-9422 for information and assistance enrolling in programs that can help save you money on your healthcare costs, such as the Medicare Savings Program, Extra Help, and/or Medicaid/Husky.

Legal Services

Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut (SLS) is the entry point for the legal services network in Connecticut. People who call SLS will be screened for eligibility, and if they qualify, they will be referred for legal assistance to the non-profit law firm that serves their community. SLS is the only agency that receives funding from the Legal Services Corporation.

Connecticut Legal Services (CLS) provides legal representation to low-income persons throughout the state, except those living in the greater Hartford or New Haven areas.

Greater Hartford Legal Aid (GHLA) provides legal representation to low-income persons who live in the greater Hartford area.

New Haven Legal Assistance Association (LAA) provides legal services to low-income persons in the greater New Haven and lower Naugatuck Valley areas.