Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to Massachusetts.
No insurance needed.
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Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in Massachusetts to call:
- Edward M Kennedy Community Health Center, Worcester, 508-854-3266
- Greater Lawrence Family Health Center, Methuen, 978-725-7400
- Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program, Boston, 617-371-1772
- Caring Health Center, Springfield, 111-111-1111
- Healthfirst Family Care Center, Fall River, 508-678-2891
- Lynn Community Health, Lynn, 781-477-1902
- Neighborhealth Corporation, East Boston, 617-569-5800
- North Shore Community Health, Salem, 978-744-8388
- Harbor Health Services, Mattapan, 617-288-1140
- Family Health Center of Worcester, Worcester, 508-754-2860
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest Massachusetts counties
In Massachusetts, Worcester, Middlesex, Suffolk, Hampden, Bristol and Essex counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Worcester County
About 33 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 5 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 11 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Action Community Health Center, 130 Water St, Fitchburg, 978-878-8100
- Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center Milford, 41 Cape Rd, Milford, 800-853-2258
- Family Health Center of Worcester, 26 Queen St, Worcester, 508-860-7700
County public health: Ashburnham Board of Health, Ashburnham, 978-827-4100.
Middlesex County
About 24 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 4 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center Framingham, 354 Waverley St, Framingham, 508-854-2122
- Lowell Transitional Living Center, 205 Middlesex St, Lowell, 978-458-9888
- Commercial Street Clinic, 277 Commercial St, Malden, 781-912-2500
- Charles River Community Health at 43 Foundry Ave, 43 Foundry Ave, Waltham, 781-693-3800
County public health: Acton Public Health Department, Acton, 978-264-9634.
Suffolk County
About 24 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 7 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 15 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Connecticut River Valley Farmworker Health Program, 40 Court St, Boston, 617-426-2225
- Engagement Center, 26 Atkinson St, Boston, 617-534-3036 x85765
- Fenway Health, Ansin Building, 1340 Boylston St, Boston, 617-267-0900
- North End Waterfront Health, 332 Hanover St, Boston, 617-643-8085
- Neighborhealth South End Pharmacy, 1603 Washington St, Boston, 617-569-5800
County public health: Boston Public Health Commission, Boston, 617-534-5394.
Hampden County
About 35 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 8 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 18 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Chicopee Health Center, 505 Front St, Chicopee, 413-420-2222
- Western Massachusetts Regional Women's Correctional Center, 701 Center St, Chicopee, 111-111-1111
- Baystate Brightwood Health Center, 380 Plainfield St, Springfield, 413-794-4458
- Hsh Health Center & Dental Clinic, 755 Worthington St, Springfield, 413-337-9100
County public health: Blanford Board of Health, Blandford, 413-848-2782.
Bristol County
About 32 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 6 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 13 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Healthfirst Family Care Center, 387 Quarry St, Suite 100, Fall River, 508-679-8111
- Greater New Bedford Community Health Center, 874 Purchase St, New Bedford, 508-992-6553
County public health: Acushnet Board of Health, Acushnet, 508-998-0275.
Essex County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 6 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 10 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (Pace) Site, 100 Cummings Ctr, Beverly, 978-712-3360
- Gloucester Family Health Center, 302 Washington St, Gloucester, 978-744-8388
- Community Action Drop-In Center, 16 Ashland St, Haverhill, 978-725-7400
County public health: Amesbury Health Department, Amesbury, 978-388-8129.
Norfolk County
About 24 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 4 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Hancock Street Clinic, 435 Hancock St, North Quincy, 617-318-3300
- Manet at Father Bill's Housing Resource Center, 39 Broad St, Quincy, 617-376-3000
County public health: Avon Board of Health, Avon, 508-588-0414.
Plymouth County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 4 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Brockton Neighborhood Health Center, 63 Main St, Brockton, 508-559-6699
- Harbor Community Health Center-Plymouth, 10 Cordage Park Cir, Suite 115, Plymouth, 508-778-5470
County public health: Abington Board of Health, Abington, 781-982-2119.
Barnstable County
About 26 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 4 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Community Health Center of Cape Cod - Bourne, 123 Waterhouse Rd, #1, Buzzards Bay, 508-759-7920
- Centerville Recreation Building, 524 Main St, Centerville, 508-905-2800
- Duffy Health Center, 94 Main St, Hyannis, 508-771-9599
- Harbor Community Health Center - Hyannis, 735 Attucks Ln, Hyannis, 508-778-0300
County public health: Barnstable County Health Department, Barnstable, 508-375-6615.
Berkshire County
About 31 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 5 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 13 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Chp Adams Family Dental, 19 Depot St, Adams, 413-307-6044
County public health: Adams Board of Health, Adams, 413-743-8330.
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
Massachusetts Medicaid and GLP-1s
MassHealth covers GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy for heart protection and Zepbound for sleep apnea, with prior approval. It does not cover them for weight loss alone. The full rules are on Massachusetts Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in Massachusetts
- SNAP: call 877-382-2363, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food banks:
- Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, Chicopee, 413-247-9738
- The Greater Boston Food Bank, Boston, 617-427-5200
- Worcester County Food Bank, Shrewsbury, 508-842-3663
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online. Programs in Massachusetts that meet in person include:
- Enhance Asian Community on Health, Boston: 472-3224
- MetroWest YMCA, Framingham: 879-4420 Ext. 39
- Greater Holyoke YMCA, Holyoke: 534-5631
- Greater Lawrence Family Health Center, Lawrence: 686-0090 Ext. 6542
- Hockomock Area YMCA, North Attleboro: 643-5270
- Old Colony YMCA Wellness Services, Brockton: 341-2016
- Quincy Asian Resources, Quincy: 472-2200
- Age 65 or older: Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-243-4636.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
Massachusetts free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in Massachusetts?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to Massachusetts.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.