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Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Bridgewell Formal keeps growing and growing! This year, over 240 guests from a variety of Bridgewell’s programs and services attended the third annual Bridgewell Formal in Lynnfield. What a royal evening! Thank you to Senior Vice President of Operations Joanna Huntington, Vice President of Day Habilitation and Community Engagement Molli Marshall and Recreation Manager Amy Saunders! And thank you...
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PEABODY, Mass. (Sept. 29, 2026) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced the appointment of Middleton resident Molli Marshall as Vice President of Day Habilitation and Community Engagement. Marshall will oversee the administrative, fiscal, and programmatic needs of Bridgewell’s day habilitation programs, which provide life skills development, community engagement, and...
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Monday, September 28, 2026
Bridgewell’s Family Support Center is hosting a Winter Coat and Gear Drive! We need your help to keep our neighbors warm! Looking for both adult and children’s gently used coats, boots and accessories like hats, gloves and scarves. Items can be dropped off at Bridgewell locations during program hours. Thank you in advance!
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Last weekend, Bridgewell held its third annual Around the World event! With over 100 Bridgewell employees and their families, the event was a success. The day was filled with music, dancing, delicious food, and opportunities to celebrate the many cultures and traditions that make our community special. Guests enjoyed a performance by Cultura Latina Dance Academy, followed by a lively...
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Monday, September 21, 2026
Last month, Bridgewell’s Kelly J. Martin Day Program had the joy of celebrating something truly special: a celebration of love for Jim and Tara, who have been a couple for many years. This year, they asked us to help celebrate their love story, and of course, Bridgewell staff was thrilled to say yes! Surrounded by family, house and day program...
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Friday, September 18, 2026
During Direct Support Professional Recognition Week, we celebrate the dedication, compassion, and advocacy of Direct Support Professionals who make a profound difference in the lives of the people they support. Kenny, Yves, and Gloria exemplify the values of person-centered care, meaningful relationships, and unwavering commitment, and we are grateful for the positive impact they make every day. Kenny Odom...
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Thursday, September 17, 2026
A heartfelt recognition of compassion, connection, and everyday leadership. By Jennifer Streck, Residential Manager The impact of great support is felt in the everyday moments: a meaningful conversation, a shared laugh, a trip into the community, or time spent together in the garden. Jane Armistead, a Bridgewell Direct Support Professional (DSP), brings that kind of steady, caring presence to the...
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Friday, September 4, 2026
On August 4, Bridgewell intern Luca Moretti was selected from among hundreds of interns statewide to receive the Steven E. Collins Leadership in Disability Advocacy Award. The award honors an Urban Youth Intern who demonstrates transformative leadership through innovative contributions that advance the well-being and inclusion of people with disabilities. These contributions may include program development, expanded access to services,...
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
August 27, 2026 Dear Bridgewell Community, I am writing to let you know that after lengthy and thoughtful consideration by our leadership team, we have decided to not merge with BAMSI. There will be no change to the Bridgewell organization or how services are delivered to those we support. We initially felt that the merger would give us the opportunity...
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Tuesday, August 18, 2026
The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights invites individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or autism, family and caregivers, agency staff, teachers and staff for school programs with students over age 18, and day programs to a series of free presentations about voting rights for people with disabilities. Learn about: 🗳️ Accessible voting options and accommodations...
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Thursday, August 13, 2026
Last Friday, members from our Rosewood Day Habilitation program in Danvers had the opportunity to visit some next-door neighbors at the Essex County Sheriff’s Department. The group enjoyed a tour of the training facility, explored the items on display, and learned more about the important work the department does. Participants also had the pleasure of meeting the department’s companion dog,...
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Ten Bridgewell Counseling Services, Amesbury clients, staff, family and community members ran the Newburyport Lions Yankee Homecoming Road Race in July. All runners finished the race and it was truly an evening to remember. A beautiful example of community! BCS, Amesbury staff hope to grow this team and increase awareness of Bridgewell services and community involvement in the future. To...
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Thursday, August 6, 2026
Last week, more than 100 family members, friends, former and current Bridgewell employees, and Board Members came together to celebrate the retirement of Elaine White and honor her remarkable 45-year career with Bridgewell. The celebration was filled with stories, gratitude, and plenty of memories. Employees who first worked with Elaine at Saugus Geriatrics in the 1980s reflected on the program...
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Monday, August 3, 2026
This piece ran in the Salem News on July 31, 2026. By Christopher Tuttle For more than half a century, our nation has moved steadily toward a simple but powerful principle: people with disabilities deserve the same opportunity as everyone else to live, work, and participate in their communities. Beginning with the deinstitutionalization movement of the 1970s, we started to...
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Monday, July 27, 2026
The World Cup may be over, but Bridgewell is still on the soccer train! Over 25 residents and staff went to Gillette Stadium over the weekend to cheer on the Revolution as they beat Atlanta United 4-1! This amazing experience was funded through the 2026 Imagine the Possibilities Gala’s Fund a Need Auction. Thank you to our generous donors!
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PEABODY, Mass. (July 2026) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced the appointment of Townsend resident Enid Keefe as Clinic Director of Bridgewell Counseling Services in Lowell. “As a veteran licensed mental health clinician and with experience caring for the populations we serve in Lowell, Enid is equipped with the...
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Monday, July 13, 2026
While AI job screening, lack of accessibility, and funding cuts create steep hurdles for neurodivergent job seekers, local programs and inclusive employers fight to connect applicants with opportunities.
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
PEABODY, MA — Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, has been awarded a three-year CARF accreditation in 10 of its person-centered programs. The Peabody-based organization said the accreditation reflects performance against internationally recognized benchmarks for standards of care and quality of services. According to Bridgewell, the CARF site survey took place in April 2026 and involved a three-day review process. During that process, a team of surveyors visited programs, observed business operations and service delivery, and reviewed policies, financial statements, recordkeeping, and program documentation.
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
Thank you to Kinship Farm for installing new gardens at two of Bridgewell’s residential programs in Lynn this spring. Seven homes now have gardens thanks to Kinship Farm, which in addition to helping supplement our menus with healthy homegrown vegetables is providing a source of activity and pride to residents. Additionally, a small group of gardeners, Eric, Bill and Rob...
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Bridgewell’s LaPierre Leadership Academy is a series of four full-day trainings, including Role of the Leader, Effective Communication, People Development, and Team Building – followed by a practice/presentation day – focused on providing managers with the tools they need to strengthen their leadership skills and business management practices. Participants learn how to develop infrastructure, build relationships, and create positive work...
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Friday, June 5, 2026
Bridgewell is proud to announce that we have received a three-year accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). This accreditation decision represents the highest level of accreditation that can be awarded to an organization and demonstrates Bridgewell’s substantial conformance to CARF standards. An organization receiving a three-year accreditation has undergone a rigorous peer-review process and demonstrated to...
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Sunday, May 10, 2026
LYNN — This Mother’s Day, three women in Lynn are celebrating strength — and recovery — through their own personal journeys to motherhood. Kellie McCann is a mother of two living inside the Lotus House, a transitional residence by Bridgewell, a nonprofit based in Peabody that supports women and children who are in recovery.
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
Peabody-based human services agency Bridgewell raised more than $300,000 at its Imagine the Possibilities Gala on April 17 to support its programming for vulnerable individuals. The nonprofit also honored COO Elaine White for her more than four decades of service, and longtime partner, Cornerstone Construction Co.
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Thursday, May 7, 2026
The 2026 theme for Nurse Appreciation Week, “The Power of Nurses,” highlights the resilience, compassion, expertise, and advocacy that define the profession. It’s a powerful reflection of nurses everywhere, especially those working in human services. At Bridgewell, our team includes 7 nurse practitioners, 47 nurses and 47 certified nursing assistants who support individuals across our programs, from training and day...
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Photo Gallery from Bridgewell’s 2026 Spring Special Olympics Track Team at Essex Tech in Danvers and Summer Games in Boston.
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Monday, February 23, 2026
GROVELAND — A Peabody-based human services agency has stretched its impact to Groveland with the opening of a new, fully accessible medical residential program. The program, operated by Bridgewell Inc., is designed to serve individuals with significant developmental and physical disabilities.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Bridgewell Bulldogs 2026 Media Gallery
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Monday, January 12, 2026
The Family Support Center provides services to people and their families from diverse cultural, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds including those who are supporting an individual with autism. The Family Support Center’s purpose is to support families when they need it most, to provide resources for people with autism and developmental disabilities and for their families to attain the highest level...
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
We’re pleased to announced the appointment of Natasha David-Hays to Clinic Director at Bridgewell Counseling Services in Amesbury. “With over a decade of clinical practice in the North Shore, Natasha has a deep grasp of the behavioral health needs of children and adults in our community,” said Christopher Tuttle, Bridgewell President and CEO. “Her passion and broad experience serving nonprofit...
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Tuesday, December 23, 2025
The Individual Supports team had a fun holiday party bringing in over 50 individuals across our programs to celebrate! We held it at Bridgewell’s Silsbee Street location, enjoyed lots of food and desserts and a few appearances from ELF, Santa, and the Grinch.
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025
For the past few years, Bridgewell has hosted a Breakfast with Santa for employees and their families! This year’s was the largest event to date with over 240 people and over 120 children of Bridgewell employees! Santa had gifts for every child, took pictures and also gave them kudos on how nice they have been all year long. The celebration...
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Seven residential programs, thirty individuals and their staff hosted an annual holiday party at the Bridgewell headquarters recently. The party has grown so much, it became too big for a residence! Spending time with friends and staff is always a favorite activity for residents, but even more so this year for a few of our residents receiving hospice services. They...
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Friday, December 12, 2025
Thank you to Roman Music Therapy Services for kicking off their 2025 Holiday Caroling Tour at Bridgewell. The musicians put on holiday-themed singalongs at Bridgewell’s KJM Center in Lynn, Roseway and Rosewood Day Programs in Danvers and one planned for Bridgewell’s Employment Program at the Headquarters.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Judy and Jane hosted a joint birthday party (their birthdays are just a few days apart in November) at Spinelli’s. Jane celebrated her 77th birthday and Judy celebrated her 89th! They were joined by roommates and friends from five other residential programs as well as Jane’s cousin and Judy’s family. Judy has been in our services for over 40 years,...
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Thursday, November 20, 2025
Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced the appointment of Dr. Peter Sheckman to chair of the Board of Directors and Jane Puffer to vice chair.
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Thursday, November 20, 2025
Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, has appointed Swampscott resident Dr. Peter Scheckman as chair of its board of directors. Sheckman practiced internal and infectious disease medicine for more than four decades, most recently at North Shore Physicians Group, now part of Mass General Brigham. He was a partner and served as medical director for 25 years. Now retired, Sheckman was also the hospital epidemiologist of Lynn and Union Hospitals.
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Friday, November 7, 2025
From July 2023 through April 2024, Tasheaka resided at the Johnson Street Women’s Program and then moved into one of Bridgewell’s Affordable Housing units in Lynn after leaving Bridgewell’s Johnson Street, Women’s Program. She graduated from the Supporting Transitions & Reentry (STAR) Program in Lynn earlier this month, a community-based initiative operated by the Essex County Sheriff’s Department which provides...
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025
From the Arc of Massachusetts: Your Advocacy Is Needed Now: Critical State Budget Advocacy Please contact Governor Maura Healey today to share our community’s priorities for the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) state budget: Click here to take ACTION! Each year, the Governor proposes a state budget in January. That proposal, which is being shaped and drafted now, serves as the...
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Thursday, October 30, 2025
Each year, Bridgewell’s Roseway Day Program transforms itself into….Spookyway! 👻🎃💀🧟♀️🦇🕸️🪓ðŸš️🪦 This year was no different – filled with ghouls and zombies! The program offers haunted tours for all of Bridgewell’s Day Programs and residential programs. This year, the residents from Bridgewell’s Johnson Street Women’s Recovery program helped set up all the chilling decor!
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Thursday, October 30, 2025
With SNAP benefits potentially ending at the close of this month, many families who receive services through Bridgewell’s Family Support Center will need extra support. In times like these, when we come together, we can ensure our neighbors don’t go without. Please consider donating to Bridgewell’s Food Drive — or to any community resource helping those affected. Thank you for...
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Thursday, October 23, 2025
Rosewood Drive is in the process of converting break rooms into new, updated sensory rooms and calm spaces! There’s a total of six spaces, and three have been updated: plant themed, space/galaxy themed and reading and hangout area. Bridgewell Speech Therapist Kim Lepke and Occupational Therapist Kathryn Redfearn have been the masterminds behind the project with the assistance of many...
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
More than 60 people from the Bridgewell day program and residences attended Rosewood III’s Trunk or Treat last weekend – a great turnout on a beautiful fall day!
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Over 130 people kicked off the Halloween season with a Trunk or Treat planned in partnership with Bridgewell’s Family Support Center and Residential Services. Guests were able to trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk, enjoy music, arts and crafts and snacks! A special shoutout to Jennifer Ray from Roman Music Therapy Services for attending and joining in the fun by decorating her trunk...
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
More than 50 volunteers spent their morning getting their hands dirty at Newhall Fields Community Farm as part of Bridgewell’s annual Celebration of Community Service Project on Tuesday
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Monday, October 6, 2025
Over 225 guests from a variety of Bridgewell’s programs and services attended the second annual Bridgewell Formal in Lynnfield. What a royal evening! A special shoutout to Representative Tom Walsh for swinging by and saying hello, too! Thank you to the following businesses, vendors and people who helped make this event truly a night to remember: DJ Bethany Spinelli’s Function...
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Wednesday, September 24, 2025
LYNN – Heather Fahey had been drinking since she was 13. Throughout her 20s, she simply described herself as a “party girl,” but she eventually realized that searching for the nearest liquor store at 9 in the morning was not normal. “I lost a lot of friends, a lot of family. I lost myself. I didn’t enjoy life,” Fahey said. In 2022, Fahey found out she was pregnant with her 2-year-old son Grayson, while she was almost six months along. She joined Bridgewell Women’s Program at Johnson Street upon realizing she needed more long-term treatment after Grayson was removed from her custody.
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Tuesday, September 23, 2025
At Bridgewell, we remain steadfast in our commitment to following proven scientific data and evidence-based practices as we provide care and support to the people we have the privilege of serving. The recent suggestion that common medications such as acetaminophen cause autism is not supported by credible scientific evidence and it risks spreading fear rather than fostering understanding. Bridgewell will...
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Monday, September 22, 2025
LATE LAST YEAR, I made the hard decision to close a mental health center in Lynn, an area where more access to care is needed, not less. The cost of operating this clinic with optimal staffing simply exceeded by a wide margin the amount we received from insurers – largely the state Medicaid program MassHealth – to operate it.
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Tuesday, September 9, 2025
CHELMSFORD — The residents of a Sonora Drive residential program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, operated by the nonprofit human services agency Bridgewell, put on a lemonade stand Aug. 16. Some of the customers included Chelmsford Police officers.
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Friday, September 5, 2025
With funding from the generosity of donors who contributed to Bridgewell’s Fund a Need appeal at the 2025 Imagine the Possibilities Gala, 36 people in Bridgewell’s recovery programs went on a lunch cruise around Boston Harbor. Women (and children) from Lotus Street Family Supportive Housing, Women’s Program, Johnson Street as well as affordable housing went on a lunch cruise around Boston...
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Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Friday, August 29, 2025
By Jennifer Streck, Residential Manager At Sonora Drive, the ladies had a big idea, what better way to enjoy a summer day than by hosting their very own lemonade stand? Excited to bring it to life, they each picked the role that fit them best. Tarina, with her natural confidence and outgoing personality, became the official spokesperson. She proudly greeted customers,...
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Happy 70th Birthday, Todd! Bridgewell resident Todd celebrated his 70th birthday on Saturday at his home in Lynn with a baseball-themed birthday party and plenty of friends, as well as his older brother, Scott, pictured above! Todd has lived at his current Bridgewell residence since 2016, but he and his brother Scott have been with Bridgewell since 1978!
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Monday, August 25, 2025
Thank you to Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Sarah Peterson, members of her Central Office leadership team, and Kelly Lawless and Jennifer Killeen from the Northeast Region, for visiting our Rosewood and Roseway Day Programs in Danvers in August! Our team enjoyed highlighting the programs and the progress being made by the individuals and staff at these programs each...
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Monday, August 18, 2025
Bridgewell has 16 Urban Youth Collaborative Program interns working in a variety of programs from day programs to residences. Through the Department of Developmental Services, UYC places young people from diverse backgrounds in residential, vocational and administrative settings to gain experience in human services. Earlier this month, a group of Bridgewell interns and employees attended the annual celebration for UYC...
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Monday, August 18, 2025
Bridgewell residents Chad and Jaime enjoyed their sketch class at Slow River Studio in Topsfield! This class was funded through the Imagine the Possibilities Fund a Need Auction! Special thanks to our Fund a Need Auction donors for making this all possible! 🧑🎨👩🎨🎨🖼️🖌️
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Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Earlier this month, Robbie, Eric, Bill, Chad and Rob enjoyed their annual trip to Lincoln, NH for a ride on the Granite State Scenic Railway. They enjoyed a packed lunch during the sixty-minute train ride, as well as a little shopping on their way home, and stopped for a treat at Meletharb Ice Cream in Wakefield.
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Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Kate’s unconditional support has a ripple effect. The relationships she builds foster a sense of community and belonging among the women and children she helps. They find encouragement not just from her, but also from each other as they share their journeys. This camaraderie creates a safe space where women can empower one another, share resources, and influence extends beyond...
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Wednesday, August 6, 2025
PEABODY – Any 90-year-old who lives independently has achieved something special. What Joan Ayer of Peabody has achieved is beyond special.
Ayer has been blind since birth and has intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The first 40 years or so years of her life were spent in varied institutions, including state “schools” for people with IDD and schools for the blind. Ayer remarkably transitioned to community living and has achieved an age that would have seemed impossible at the time of institutionalization, when people with IDD routinely passed away in their 30s.
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Monday, August 4, 2025
Checking off a summer bucket list! How fun to explore Boston with Bridgewell’s Recreation Department? Swan Boats and Public Gardens for this crew! 🦢🌆📷☀️🌾
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Thursday, July 31, 2025
Bridgewell Counseling Services is a comprehensive behavioral health clinic located at 35 Market Street in Lowell, providing compassionate and evidence-based care to individuals and families in Lowell and surrounding communities. The clinic strives to create a supportive and accessible environment for all clients, understanding the difficulties that patients often face when navigating the mental health system. Our Services: A broad...
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Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Brian lives independently in his own apartment and receives weekly from the Bridgewell Individualized Home Supports program. Brian was living with vision issues for several years and with support from Bridgewell to overcome his hesitation and fear of eye surgery, he was able to have cataract eye surgery on both eyes in 2024. Recently, Brian expressed to staff that he...
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Friday, July 25, 2025
People from Bridgewell’s Individual Support program ventured into Boston via ferry to play tourist and have some fun! Special thanks to Imagine the Possibilities Fund a Need Auction donors for making this all possible!
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Derek has worked at Dave & Busters for over 10 years with support through Bridgewell’s Employment Supports program. He has had wonderful memories working with his supportive managers Aubrey and Anthony. He loves the games and arcades at Dave & Busters, especially the new Human Claw Machine, Top Gun, Hot Wheels, and NASCAR Games. His main responsibilities are refilling the...
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Two of Bridgewell’s Day Programs had an interactive musical performance with Tara Murphy of Ammaya Dance & Drum. The two groups enjoyed traditional West African stretching, dancing and drumming. Thank you, Tara for a unique, lively experience! According to Ammaya Dance & Drum, “music and movement is the medicine to inspire positive energy and health.” These sessions of African-inspired dance...
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Monday, July 14, 2025
Because of contributions to our Fund a Need “Dreams Come True – Enriching Life Experiences” donation category, Bridgewell residents in our individual supports program spent a great day at Canobie Lake Park! Over 50 people attended this year – a new record, including many first timers! 🎢 Special thanks to Imagine the Possibilities Fund a Need Auction donors for making...
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Paula Tartarini has been involved with Bridgewell’s Employment Support Program since 2014, first providing administrative support at Bridgewell programs for several years before that experience led her to an administrative role at the Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Hogan Regional Office in Danvers, where she’s worked for the past seven years. Paula’s role at the DDS office involves balancing both...
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Friday, June 27, 2025
Create & Escape held a sign-making workshop at Bridgewell’s Kelly J. Martin Day Habilitation Center! Everyone made Hello Summer signs to bring home. It was a wonderful time – everyone had huge smiles and a great time getting ready for warmer weather!
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Friday, June 20, 2025
The United States is burning. Not with literal flames, but with a deep and growing fear of the future. As the fire spreads, fueled by economic strain, aging infrastructure, and worsening inequality, the U.S. House — in passing a budget designed to fund tax cuts for the wealthiest – has turned off the hose, cut off the water supply, and...
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Friday, June 20, 2025
Op-Ed by Christopher Tuttle, President and CEO: The United States is burning. Not with literal flames, but with a deep and growing fear of the future. As the fire spreads, fueled by economic strain, aging infrastructure, and worsening inequality, the U.S. House — in passing a budget designed to fund tax cuts for the wealthiest – has turned off the hose, cut off the water supply, and slashed funding for the fire extinguisher. That fire extinguisher is Medicaid.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Athletes: Nick M Lyhn M Eric N Eric C Tara S Linda F Carlos Frank B Patty B Pattie C Billy D Chad M Zachary J Elaine B Rachel D Richard H Michael H Jennifer D Diana D Aaron Greg M Davis R Medal Count: 13 Golds 14 Silvers 5 Bronze and a few ribbons! Thank you to everyone who...
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Earlier this month at Bridgewell’s Kelly J. Martin Day Habilitation Center, the Essex County Sheriff’s Department did a presentation for participants. They brought a cruiser, a transport van and their comfort support dog, K-9 Pasky.
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Monday, June 9, 2025
Congratulations to Bridgewell’s Family Support Center’s Kirsten O’Keefe and Program Manager Joyce Taylor for their nominations from the Department of Developmental Services for provider recognition! Pictured with (left to Right) Jennifer Killeen, North Shore Area Department of Developmental Services Director, Bridgewell Family Support Center Kirsten O’Keefe, President & CEO Chris Tuttle, Program Manager Joyce Taylor, CEO Elaine White and Vice...
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Thursday, May 29, 2025
Kyriah served as Bridgewell’s Operations Intern this past semester. She assisted with various administrative tasks such as data entry and uploading documents into Bridgewell’s electronic health record system, updating food stamp letters, as well as other administrative responsibilities such as shredding, copying and filling. During her internship, she experienced working at an organization like Bridgewell and the intricate operations, policies...
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Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Earlier this year at our Imagine the Possibilities Gala, members of the Bridgewell community raised their paddles in support of the Fund a Need auction. Thank you to these generous donors! With these donations, Bridgewell is able to provide our programs with fun activities like going to cheer on the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium! A few of Bridgewell’s...
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Friday, May 23, 2025
Bridgewell’s Special Olympics Team, the Bridgewell Bulldogs!, bolted around the track and field at Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School in Danvers earlier this month!
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
A few of Bridgewell’s Beverly residents attended the annual Warrior Weekend May 17-18. This fun event included historical reenactments, military vehicle and apparatus tours, speakers and activities to support and pay tribute to veterans.
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Friday, May 16, 2025
Bridgewell’s Director of Housing and Respite Services Zoe Larsen was honored at YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts’ Tribute to Women awards luncheon for making a difference in our community. From her nomination: Zoe is passionately dedicated to supporting individuals with mental illness, addiction, and developmental challenges in the Merrimack Valley. Her personal experiences and career journey have uniquely equipped her to offer...
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
The Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP) awards Continuing Education Scholarships of $1,000 at its annual LEAD! Conference, recognizing entry-level human service workers or self-advocates demonstrating a commitment to advancing their education. Congratulations to Bridgewell Direct Support Professional Hamuza Sebunya for receiving one of four scholarships awarded at the conference this year! He will be using this scholarship to continue his education...
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Thursday, May 8, 2025
Representative Thomas Walsh worked with Massachusetts Treasurer and Receiver General Deborah B. Goldberg to claim close to $8,000 for Bridgewell through the Unclaimed Property Division. He stopped by the Headquarters earlier this week to present the check to Bridgewell President & CEO Chris Tuttle. “I was pleased to work together with Chris and Treasurer Goldberg identifying the accounts belonging to...
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Monday, April 28, 2025
Bridgewell residents recently took advantage of rainy weather by doing some indoor gardening prep! Last month, Eric, Bill and Chad joined Judy and Ida to start some of the seeds that were donated for their gardens. Judy said that it was “good teamwork!”
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
What a fun way to celebrate Autism Awareness Month! Participants in Bridgewell’s Rosewood Drive Day program spend the afternoon making sensory bottles with water, oil, glitter and other fun elements! Sensory bottles offer numerous benefits for people with autism, including emotional regulation, focus, sensory integration, fine motor skills, and creativity. They provide a calming and engaging experience, promoting relaxation, concentration, and...
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Thursday, April 24, 2025
Bridgewell residents Ana, Elizabeth, Haley and Olivia celebrated Autism Awareness month at their home in Dracut. Thank you to the residential staff who made this special occasion happen: Tianna DeRosa Gbalee Slopadoe Lydia Kanu Ainsley Flynn
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Monday, April 21, 2025
Eric, Bill and Rob were invited to the Grow Spring! Expo at Topsfield Fairgrounds by Wendy Roberts from Kinship Farm. They hadn’t seen her since last fall and were really happy to reconnect. Wendy had a whole box of seeds donated by Mass Hydroponics that we will be starting for our existing gardens at a few of Bridgewell’s residences, as...
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Each year at our gala, we debut a video highlighting Bridgewell’s services. This year’s video highlights just a few of the many, many examples of our Bridgewell team’s commitment to caring for people in our services. Thank you to our many team members in direct care roles who help the people we have the privilege of serving live happier, healthier,...
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Tuesday, April 1, 2025
When a resident from Bridgewell’s Women’s Program, Johnson Street takes program recommendations and works very hard 3 months post treatment, it’s an opportunity to celebrate their achievements with a graduation from the program. Recently, Bridgewell celebrated Heather with a graduation at the program! “Graduating from Bridgewell was a huge milestone for me – it was the first goal I set...
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Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Bridgewell to Honor Partners of 20 Years at Imagine the Possibilities Gala Bob MacDonald and Frank DiTucci of MacDonald & Vaccaro Insurance Agency to be Recognized for Unwavering Support of the Organization PEABODY, Mass. (March 11, 2025) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced that Bob MacDonald and Frank DiTucci of MacDonald & Vaccaro...
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Monday, March 10, 2025
PEABODY — Leanna Fleming is the new chief financial officer for the social and human services nonprofit Bridgewell.
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Friday, February 28, 2025
PEABODY — Bridgewell, a local social and human services agency, participated in a Special Olympics Massachusetts organized basketball tournament at Milton Academy on Feb. 23, where they played in two games against other organizations around the area.
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Monday, February 24, 2025
Massachusetts Special Olympics’ Bridgewell Bulldogs basketball team kicked off its 2025 season with a one-day tournament at Milton Academy on February 23, 2025. Go Bulldogs!
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025
PEABODY, Mass. (Jan. 22, 2025) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced the appointment of Ginette Wilson Bishop as Director of Behavioral Supports. “Ginette is skilled at supporting individuals across the lifespan and has dedicated much of her career to helping people with life challenges achieve their highest quality of life and personal...
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Monday, January 6, 2025
Bridgewell is pleased to announce that our entire team is First Aid and CPR certified, thanks to Bridgewell’s Training Department! In the past, only staff in direct care roles were required to gain this certification. In 2024 and moving forward, Bridgewell has opted to make it mandatory for every employee who works for the organization. Bridgewell’s Training Department held 78...
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Friday, December 27, 2024
A tremendous thank you to Roman Music Therapy for stopping by Bridgewell’s Employment Program and Bridgewell’s Roseway Day Program on their holiday caroling tour! ❄️⛄️ While Roman Music Therapy stopped by Bridgewell day programs on their holiday tour, throughout the year, they visit 16 residential programs offering music therapy twice a month for over 55 Bridgewell residents!
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Friday, December 27, 2024
In 2006, Peabody-based social and human services agency Bridgewell opened one of the first residential programs in the state for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who are experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
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Friday, December 20, 2024
Bridgewell’s Community Based Day Supports program loves to venture out into the community and explore learning and volunteer opportunities! Recently, this lucky group went to Harbor Sweets in Salem to learn about how they make their delicious chocolates! Do you want to share your business with Bridgewell’s CBDS program? Contact Program Manager Eric Zagranis at (339) 883-1727 or ezagranis@bridgewell.org Learn...
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024
For the past few years, Bridgewell has hosted a Breakfast with Santa for employees and their families! Do you recognize Santa? At this event, he’s the C-E-Ho, Ho, Ho! The celebration has grown so much since the first year and is definitely a family favorite! This year included face painting, balloon art, crafts and more! Over 130 people attended and...
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Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Bridgewell’s Headquarters has been getting into the holiday spirit with celebrations throughout the month. From trimming the lobby Christmas tree, wearing “ugly” holiday sweaters to coffee and cookie decorating, Bridgewell employees are ready for the holiday season. These events are a nice way for all the departments at Bridgewell’s Headquarters to interact – from finance to marketing and development and...
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Friday, December 13, 2024
Bridgewell’s Recreation Program is always planning fun events and activities like paint parties, crafts and sports like bowling and basketball. This month, there was a surprise special guest! Santa stopped by to say hello during a recent arts and craft night at Bridgewell’s Roseway Day Program in Danvers.
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
A huge thank you to Winning Moves Games USA, based in Danvers, for donating over 400 games to Bridgewell! These games will bring so much fun to our day programs, residences, clinics, and affordable housing programs. Game on!
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