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Narrative

The WORK Inc. Family Support Center is a Community Resource Center based at our headquarters in Dorchester, MA that offers people with developmental disabilities (DD) and their families support and education to help them live more independent and fulfilling lives.  Our mission is to do whatever it takes to assist families to stay together and to support parents, caregivers and people with disabilities with self-determination and individualized choices.  

To receive most Family Support Services the person you care for or your family member must be determined eligible by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). If you need help with the eligibility process please contact us.

Service Types

• Case Management
• DDS Family Support Center
• Family Support
• Skills Training
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Advocacy
• Support Groups

Populations Served

• All Disabilities
• Developmental Disability
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Mental Illness
• Physical Disabilities

Ages Served

• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Languages Spoken

• Spanish
• Vietnamese

Accessibility Features

• Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Services at Home
• Services at Work
• Sign Language
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Accredited By: CARF
• Fees: Free Service
• Licensed By: DDS