QCAP Food and Nutrition Programs

The lack of adequate income and the high cost of food and other necessities make it difficult and sometimes impossible for low-income people to purchase nutritious food. Children and the elderly are especially vulnerable to the consequences of poor nutrition. QCAP helps families and individuals with limited resources by providing emergency food, serving senior meals, promoting nutrition awareness and developing community support for feeding programs.

Emergency Food Center (EFC)
(617) 471-0796 x 100

Service Area: Braintree, Quincy, Weymouth and surrounding communities

Families and individuals having difficulty stretching their budgets to cover food cost can receive fresh, nutritious food once a month or more often in extreme cases, through the EFC. The EFC has a large walk-in refrigerator and freezer and stocks many fresh foods that families and individuals need for good nutrition. EFC staff also provide information and referral to QCAP and other community services as needed. The EFC serves residents of Quincy, Weymouth and surrounding South Shore communities.

QCAP's EFC is funded by the
City of Quincy - Community Development Block Grant
Harold Brooks Foundation
Project Bread
Massachusetts Department of Housing & Community Development
Private donations from businesses, community organizations and individuals

Senior Services
(617) 471-0796 x 103

Service Area: Quincy and surrounding communities

Senior citizens in crisis, as well as those who are looking for a nutritious meal or the friendship of others can find help and support at QCAP's Southwest Community Center. Homeless and at-risk elderly can come to the SWCC on the weekend for hot meals and case management services that include housing search and benefits advocacy. Once a week, local seniors gather at the center for a nutritious lunch and the opportunity to socialize with friends, helping to reduce their sense of isolation.

QCAP's Senior Services are funded by
South Shore Elder Services
Project Bread

Southwest Community Center (SWCC)
388 Granite Street
Quincy, MA 02169
(617) 471-0796
Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

QCAP's SWCC is a friendly welcoming place where people often come for a particular service and end up feeling better about themselves and their community. The SWCC is located in a former church building in Quincy's Brewer's Corner neighborhood and houses QCAP's Emergency Food Center and Adult Basic Education Program. The SWCC serves people throughout Quincy and many surrounding towns. The staff and volunteers at the center have created a warm caring atmosphere where an individual's needs can be met and their strengths valued.