The Mayor’s Health Line (MHL) ensures Boston residents have access to services and programs that promote health and wellness. It is a free, confidential, multilingual health information and referral service. They help all residents regardless of immigration status. If you or a loved one needs legal help, they also provide referrals to legal services.
Their staff helps residents with a variety of services including:
- Answering questions about health insurance eligibility
- Enrolling in health insurance
- Finding primary care providers
- Finding social services
- Locating free clinics, and many more.
All MHL staff are state-certified Navigators. They can offer confidential and free help with healthcare enrollment. We also provide individual case management and advocacy for our clients navigating the healthcare system. Call the Mayor’s Health Line for help with your health insurance application.
The ‘public charge’ rule: Under the 1999 public charge guidance, it is safe for immigrants and their families to access health, nutrition, and housing programs for which they are eligible.
- Mayor’s Health Line – Spanish
- Mayor’s Health Line – Portuguese
- Mayor’s Health Line – English
- East Boston Neighborhood Health Center’s Community Resource & Wellness Center
- COVID-19 Information
Food Assistance:
Counseling Services:
