COMPASS School COMPASS Community Providers of Adolescent Services

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Contact Information

COMPASS Community Providers of Adolescent Services
Contact: Margaret A. Nicholson, Director of Community Services
Email Address: margy.nicholson@compassboston.org
Phone: 857-220-2333 xX317
Fax: 857-220-2345

290-294 Bowdoin Street Dorchester, MA 02122
Area Served: Boston

Map Location COMPASS School

Narrative

Community Providers of Adolescent Services, Inc. (COMPASS) Services: Outreach to inner city youth, counseling services, 6 educational programs and an after school program. Staff: 26 case workers, 14 Teachers, 2 RNs (Part-time). Family is included in treatment of child. No information about fees given; contact program.

COMPASS is a private, non-profit, community based organization dedicated to serving high-risk, economically disadvantaged youth, adolescents and families who have a history of behavioral, social, emotional and educational disabilities. Using a team approach, COMPASS works to develop and enhance the confidence and abilities of youth and family by providing services in safe, nurturing and motivating environments. Experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds provide a highly structured behavioral, educational, and therapeutic setting.

Service Types

  • After School Programs
  • Family Support
  • Schools - Day

Program Type

  • Advocacy
  • Counseling
  • Education
  • Vocational

Populations Served

  • Behavior Disorder
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Mental Illness

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59

Languages Spoken

  • Cape Verdean
  • Haitian-Creole
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Services at Home
  • Services at School
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Accredited By: DESE
  • Fees: Personal Funds