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Narrative

Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the Family Support Center serves our Worcester County families in Auburn, Boylston, Holden, Leicester, Paxton, Shrewsbury, West Boylston and Worcester, and provides English- and Spanish language information, resources and much-needed support in gaining access to the following programs and services:

• In-home support
 
• Adult companion and respite
 
• Administration of FLEX Funding
 
• DESE/DDS wrap-around services
 
• Assistance with navigating additional services (see list)

The Family Support Center also offers a menu of social and recreational activities and educational workshops. Any Thriver can participate in our popular programming offered in Central Massachusetts, like the Thrive After School Community (TASC), Leadership Experience And Development (LEAD), vacation club and community field trips to the YMCA, movies, bowling and other activities.

Service Types

• After School Programs
• Family Support
• Self-Advocacy
• Self-Advocacy - Leadership
• Self-Advocacy - Life Skills
• Self-Advocacy - Recreation and Leisure
• Skills Training
• Socialization Activities

Program Type

• Day/Work Activity

Populations Served

• Autism Spectrum
• Developmental Disability
• Intellectual Disabilities

Ages Served

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

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Restrooms

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: DDS