Services for Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities

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Contact Information

The Charles River Center
Contact: Jason Stockwell, Senior Director of Employment and Day Services
Email Address: jstockwell@charlesrivercenter.org
Phone: 781-972-1000
Fax: 781-444-5146

59 East Militia Heights Road Needham, MA 02492
Area Served: Central

Map Location Services for Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Narrative

The Charles River Center (formerly Charles River Arc) provides residential, vocational/ employment, therapeutic and family support (including recreational programs). Programs are designed to meet the needs of children and adults with developmental disabilities (DD). We also advocate for needed legislation, research, and benefits.

Fees: rates are set by the agency as well as governmental agencies.

Service Types

  • Case Management
  • Community Based Day Program
  • Day Activity
  • Family Rights And Guardianship
  • Group Homes
  • Job Support
  • Job Training
  • Self-Advocacy
  • Skills Training
  • Socialization Activities

Program Type

  • Advocacy
  • Aging
  • Counseling
  • Financial Planning
  • Housing
  • Independent Living
  • Jobs
  • Legal
  • Personal Care
  • Respite
  • Support Groups
  • Vocational

Populations Served

  • Autism Spectrum
  • Developmental Disability
  • Intellectual Disabilities

Ages Served

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

Languages Spoken

  • American Sign Language
  • Haitian
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Medical Needs
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Accredited By: Survey and Certification through DDS,CARF International
  • Fees: MassHealth, Personal Funds
  • Licensed By: DDS