The Arc strives to meet the unique needs of people with disabilities of all ages and their families or caregivers. Our services are open to all people with developmental or intellectual disabilities, autism, and brain injuries living in Greater Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod. Resources and Guidance: Information and referrals Support groups for parents,… Continue Reading Family Resources and Guidance [...]
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Family Services
Information specialists in offices throughout the state are linked to their own comprehensive database. They are available to direct families to appropriate local services. South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Framingham nkane@smoc.org… Continue Reading Family Services [...]
Family Services
You are not alone! We have been there and know that the early weeks and months (and years!) of parenthood can be hard. We offer the following free services our local families with infants and young children. Home Visits Parent Groups The Village Closet Online Resources Elevators, Accessible Parking, Able to serve clients in their… Continue Reading Family Services [...]
Family Services & Advocacy
Provides both a detailed website and online support. We help to connect families to each other. Barth syndrome (BTHS) is an X-linked genetic condition, usually transmitted from mother to son (although there is a relatively high incidence of new mutations in Barth syndrome and one confirmed case report of a female Barth syndrome patient).… Continue Reading Family Services & Advocacy [...]
Family Services and Advocacy
Dedicated to the treatment and prevention of Tay-Sachs, Canavan and related genetic diseases, and to providing information and support services to families affected by these diseases. National Tay-Sachs & Allied Diseases Association Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60… Continue Reading Family Services and Advocacy [...]
Family Skill Building (FSB)
Offer quality programming which empowers young people to be critical thinkers and with an academic advantage Provide Homework help, Character Education, Sports and Fitness, Literacy Retention, Cultural Experiences in the Arts Assist in bridging the family with school and the After School Program. Advocate and referral for the well-being and rights of all children… Continue Reading Family Skill Building (FSB) [...]
Family Support
Offers a forum for families to connect and share information about Costello Syndrome. Hosts a biennial conference for families and the medical community. Encourages and supports research. Costello Syndrome Family Network Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59 Black Mountain… Continue Reading Family Support [...]
Family Support
HAPHI’s core programming includes: Preventive Health Community Education Outreach Refugee resettlement English as a Second Language Citizenship classes Haitian American Public Health Initiatives (HAPHI) Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Mattapan Dr Renald Raphaël jeanmarc.jnbaptise@haphi.org 617-298-8076 18779… Continue Reading Family Support [...]
Family Support & Stabilization Program
Good news. We know how to foster environments where families can thrive. Our Family Support and Stabilization program: Strengthens family relationships Builds community support around families Helps parents and youth build life skills Prevents out-of-home placement Supports reunification from foster care Wheelchair Ramps, Elevators, Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Near Public Transportation Bridges Homeward… Continue Reading Family Support & Stabilization Program [...]
Family Support Advocacy Groups
Family support groups for persons with neuro-biological disorders (mental illness). Please call for location and time of meetings. There are 18 groups in Massachusetts. Fee: Membership dues. Near Public Transportation National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Woburn Ray Breton info@namimass.org 617-580-8541 3310 Family Support Advocacy… Continue Reading Family Support Advocacy Groups [...]
