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
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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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
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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Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Bridgewell’s Family Support Center hosted a Holiday Karaoke Night with DJ Bethany! Nothing gets you more in the holiday spirit than singing Christmas carols and holiday songs. From Celebration of Community events, Bridgewell’s first Formal and many other recreational events, DJ Bethany is a great source of fun and entertainment for the Bridgewell community! She knows how to get...
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Getting into the festive spirit with a trip to the Zoo Lights at Stone Zoo!
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024
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Monday, November 25, 2024
Each year, Debbie and Donna’s class have a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration before the official holiday! Looks delicious!
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Roseway Day Program Pumpkins Bridgewell Johnson Street, Women’s Program Pumpkins with the Beast at Rosewood ...
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
Bridgewell’s Special Olympics Team celebrated a successful season recently at Prince Pizza! What a fun evening celebrating Bridgewell’s amazing athletes and coaches!
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Monday, September 9, 2024
There’s been a lot of growth this summer! These green thumb gardeners have been busy all summer tending to their gardens at several Bridgewell residences. Later in August, Eric, Bill and Chad went to Baltimore Street and showed Jaime, Jessica, Arianna and Lisa how to harvest the potatoes that they grew. They also picked tomatoes and peppers, and planted spinach...
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Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Bridgewell Family Support Center worked with the Lynn Family Forward Resource Center and Centerboard to give away over 500 free backpacks with school supplies.
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Thursday, August 22, 2024
August 2024’s Featured Artist Artist: Chad Mitchell Piece: “Peter the Parrot” Agency: Bridgewell Chad Mitchell loves to color with markers and paint in his free time. He got into artwork more during the beginning of the pandemic and he has a large bulletin board in his apartment to display some of it! Chad also enjoys cooking and baking, and has...
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Friday, June 14, 2024
Bridgewell was selected as the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce’s INCredible Awards “Nonprofit of the Year,” sponsored by North Shore Bank. Congratulations to the team at Lifebridge for also being nominated – we are proud to be in such great company. Bridgewell’s Chief Development & Marketing Officer Erik Langhoff, Chief Operating Office Elaine White and Institutional Giving Manager Brad Gosselin...
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Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Last month, Bridgewell held an Employee Appreciation Day to celebrate our employees and their families! Bridgewell’s Employee Appreciation Day celebration was held outside our Rosewood Day program in Danvers. Despite being a rainy day, everyone enjoyed food from Code 1 BBQ, Kowloon’s and Vibe Food Truck, plus an ice cream truck. “We are so proud of the difference our employees...
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Monday, June 10, 2024
At both the regional meet in May and the state meet in June, the Bridgewell athletes did very well – their hard work, dedication, and perseverance have clearly paid off. Thank you to all the coaches who volunteer their time to work with our athletes. Congrats to all the athletes!
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Busy weekends! Bridgewell residents are always finding fun things to do on the weekends out and about in our community. Bill, Chad, Eric and Julie explored the New England Gem & Mineral Show at the Topsfield Fairgrounds earlier this month. They enjoyed seeing the exhibits, visiting a number of vendors, watching how geodes are cut, and spinning the wheel to...
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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
On Saturday, April 27, the Northeast Arc hosted a Spring Vendor Market at Liberty Tree Mall with many local artists including two of Bridgewell’s own artists, Jaime and Tom! The market featured artists and entrepreneurs with disabilities or autism selling their products and unique handcrafted items. When speaking about his art, Tom told us how he uses his passion for...
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Friday, April 26, 2024
Earlier this month, Bridgewell’s Family Support Center hosted a Family Earth Day Event! Projects included painting pottery and planting a seed to take home! Plus planting flowers for a new flower bed at the Family Support Center. Click here to learn more about Bridgewell’s Family Support Center!
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
Volunteering is a wonderful way for our program participants to engage with our communities while also building important life skills. Over the past 3 months, participants from the Rosewood day programs in Danvers have been averaging over 80 volunteer hours each month. Recently, Rosewood recruited day program volunteers to cook lasagnas for Lasagna Love, a global non-profit that delivers home-cooked...
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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Bridgewell values the safety and wellness of people in our care. Thanks to Bridgewell’s Recreation Program, our staff have been able to incorporate those values into our community through fun and engaging events. Bridgewell’s recreation team plans and scheduled outings and fun events at a Bridgewell day program or out in the community on a weekly basis. Whether it’s a...
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Our very first regional #CaringForceRally was a huge success! Over 200 people rallied to speak about the workforce crisis and low wages in the sector. Bridgewell, worked with other partners Centerboard, Incompass Human Services, Justice Resource Institute, The Key Program Inc., NFI Massachusetts, Inc., Northeast Arc, Plummer Youth Promise, Vinfen, and Wayside Youth & Family Support Network hosted the event!...
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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Bridgewell’s Polar Plunge Team is plunging and fundraising for the Special Olympics! The plunge takes place in March and it will be a fun way to make a difference for our Team Bridgewell athletes. Below is the link to register, or if you’re not into jumping into the cold ocean, please donate! THIS, Saturday, March 23rd Click here for more...
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Bridgewell will present Assistant Training Director Gary LaPierre with the Visionary Leadership Award for his contributions to the organization and its employees during his tenure. LaPierre has worked at Bridgewell, which recently celebrated its 65th anniversary, for 43 years and is retiring this spring. “The impact that Gary LaPierre has made on our employees and our organization is truly exceptional,”...
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Rubin family of Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture will be the Excellence in Service honoree at the 2024 Imagine the Possibilities Gala, for their commitment to nonprofit organizations that support positive outcomes for children and families. The Excellence in Service Award recognizes an individual or organization for their outstanding support of Bridgewell, a community or a social cause. It is...
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Bridgewell residents, day program participants and staff attended this year’s Night to Shine at North Shore Community Baptist Church in Beverly earlier this month. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. “It was a Night to Shine in Beverly,”...
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Monday, December 4, 2023
When you live in a Bridgewell residence, your housemates and the people who work in your home, become extended family. Chelmsford residents Casey, Melissa and Tarina worked on Thanksgiving crafts, decorated for Christmas and celebrated Melissa’s birthday in the past few weeks.
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Monday, December 4, 2023
Bridgewell residents Bill, Chad, Eric, Ted and Todd went to Brooksby Farms in Peabody on Saturday and enjoyed feeding the farm animals, meeting Mrs. Claus, and shopping in the farm’s store before heading out for lunch at Friendly’s.
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Thursday, November 2, 2023
Halloween is always a favorite at Bridgewell’s Day Programs. Each program had its own spin on celebrating: games, karaoke, dance parties and of course, special treats and cookies!
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Monday, October 30, 2023
Watch out for zombies and ghouls at Bridgewell’s Roseway Day Habilitation Program! Once again, the day program has turned into the Spooky Way! Program participants and staff have transformed our peaceful day program into a spooky, haunted spot! Many members of the Bridgewell community have gone through, including Bridgewell’s leadership team – and they will never be the same. This...
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Friday, October 27, 2023
Halloween is merely a few days away! Residents at Bridgewell’s Johnson Street Women’s Program are getting into the spooky spirit!
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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
The residents at Bridgewell’s Recovery Housing programs attended multiple fairs, celebrations, and events, from Boston to Stoneham, to celebrate Recovery Month. Why attend recovery-focused events? These events allow those in recovery to gather with a community of people who understand their personal experiences, they provide opportunities to build new friendships and help others, and they can also help to redefine...
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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Bridgewell’s Johnson Street, Women’s Program attended the 8th Annual “Kicking Addiction” Kickball Tournament Fundraiser at Tufts Park in South Medford organized by Medford Overcoming Addiction in memory of Michael Phillips. All funds collected through this tournament go to a scholarship fund for men and women in early recovery to gain access to support services and healthy living arrangements, such as...
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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Bridgewell residents participated in a Camp Day at Harold Parker State Forest in Andover organized by Bridgewell’s Supervisor of Clinical Support Services Laurel Ciavarri. This is an annual tradition since 2016 and keeps growing to more residential programs. This year, seven residential programs attended in the course of two days. Everyone enjoyed a picnic lunch and made s’mores over a...
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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Whale, whale, whale, what have we got here? Another fun excursion for Bridgewell residents! This experience was made possible thanks to the generosity of donors who contributed to Bridgewell’s Fund a Need appeal.
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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Earlier this month, participants from Bridgewell’s Johnson Street Women’s Program, including a recent graduate of the program, went on a lunch cruise around Boston Harbor aboard the Hornblower Sensation. This was made possible due to the generosity of those who contributed to Bridgewell’s Fund-a-Need appeal. Why a harbor cruise? Experiences like this lunch cruise give the women opportunities to learn...
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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Bridgewell residents took a trip to Legoland Discovery Center Boston earlier this summer and had a wonderful time. This trip was funded by the Fund a Need Auction Donations. It was everyone’s first time!
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Monday, May 22, 2023
Join us for our next Family Engagement Group Meeting on Thursday, June 15, 2023! Where: Bridgewell, 10 Dearborn Road, Peabody, MA 01960 When: 5:00 to 7:00 PM 5:00-5:30pm – Networking 5:30-7:00pm – Meeting Bridgewell’s Family Engagement Group provides an opportunity to collaborate and create a forum for communication to support people receiving services achieve their fullest potential. For more information and to...
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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Team Bridgewell attended the Special Olympics Massachusetts Track and Field qualifying round this past weekend for the summer games at Essex Tech in Danvers. Our team had a great day and overall got 25 gold medals, 8 silver medals and 5 bronze medals!
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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Team Bridgewell will be taking the plunge on Saturday March 25th, 2023 at Revere Beach!! The forecast for Saturday is a high of 42 degrees! That’s a great plunge temperature! Don’t want to plunge but still want a cool t-shirt? Register as a member of Team Bridgewell as a Towel Holder and raise $100 in donations. The shirt can be...
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Thursday, March 16, 2023
Bridgewell’s KJM Day Program in Lynn hosted all of Bridgewell’s Day Programs from Billerica to Danvers for a fun Saint Patrick’s Day celebration. Projects included sensory bins to find gold coins and shamrocks, art projects, green soda and Irish music! Bridgewell wishes you the best of luck and happiness this St. Patrick’s Day!
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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Bridgewell is pleased to announce this year’s Imagine the Possibilities Gala Honoree: Former Essex County District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett. Mr. Blodgett will be presented Bridgewell’s 2023 Visionary Leadership Award at our annual Imagine the Possibilities Gala on Friday, April 28 at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront in Boston. Bridgewell’s Visionary Leadership Award recognizes an outstanding individual for excellence to a...
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Thursday, February 16, 2023
Valentine’s from our friends at the New England Academy in Beverly were distributed to Bridgewell’s Employment Program! Homemade cupcakes by Nurse Courtney for the Roseway Day Program in honor of Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day Paper Chain made (with love) by people at our Day Program is now on display at the Bridgewell Headquarters! Just a few fun projects shared with...
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Last week, Bridgewell held a small open house at our new program in Lynn. Thank you to Rep. Dan Cahill and Lynn Mayor Jared Nicholson for joining us at our open house for Bridgewell’s new Lotus House Family Supportive Housing Program! Thank you to Luis from Senator Brendan Crighton‘s office and Caroline from Senator Elizabeth Warren‘s office for attending, and...
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Thursday, October 13, 2022
Please join Bridgewell’s Family Support Center on October 20th at 12 PM for a virtual workshop on alternatives to guardianship and health care proxy! WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? BETSY JOHNSON WILL JOIN US FROM DDS TO ANSWER ALL OF YOUR QUESTIONS. Betsy has developed a working knowledge of the important differences between guardianship and a healthcare proxy. She wants...
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Monday, October 10, 2022
Over 50 members of Bridgewell volunteer at Newhall Fields Community Farm in Peabody for a day of service Bridgewell held the kick-off event for its “Celebration of Community” on October 4, 2022. The service project event, formerly known as the Bridgewell Day of Giving, was held at Newhall Fields Community Farm (NFCF) in Peabody and drew more than 50 volunteers...
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Monday, October 10, 2022
A few of Bridgewell’s residences participated in fall activities this weekend at Russell Orchard in Ipswich. Everyone enjoyed their homemade ice cream and brought home apples, and the folks who went Sunday also got to take a hayride out to the apple orchards.
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Monday, October 10, 2022
Winning Moves Games donated 30 cases of board games to Bridgewell! Over 500 games and activities like Rubix Cubes, Chess, Hi Ho! Cherry–O!, Frozen 2 Pop It and more! These games range from single player to small groups and will be distributed to day programs, residences, clinics and affordable housing programs. Thank you so much to Winning Moves Games! Check back...
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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Bridgewell’s Director of Professional Development Kristen Janjar presented with her husband Rachid Janjar, at the annual DDS Statewide Family Support conference entitled “Making a Cultural Commitment: Bridging the Cultural and Linguistic Gaps” in September. The workshop was called the “Fostering a Cross-Cultural Understanding: Family Experiences,” which included a panel of six families talking about their experiences with the US system,...
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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Earlier this month, Bridgewell’s Family Support Center organized a weekend sailing event! Piers Park Sailing Center is a place for individuals of all abilities to access, enjoy, and learn how to sail on Boston Harbor. Sixteen sailors and their families arrived and enjoyed a beautiful day of sailing! This event was designed to test the level of interest our individuals...
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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
Several of residential programs from Lynn and Saugus enjoyed a day of camping last month. The campers had to improvise a bit because campfires were not allowed due to the brush fire risk, but as you can see from the photos below, everyone enjoyed themselves! Director of Behavioral Support Laurel Ciavarri set up a tent for them and brought games...
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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Bridgewell’s Independent Living programs took on Canobie Lake and it was a blast. For some thrill-seekers it was their first time at an amusement park and going on rides. The group conquered a-lot today! Seventy-three year old George, who lives in Lynn, has always wanted to go on the pirate ship and today he did! Check out this video of...
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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Three of Bridgewell’s Independent Living programs went to the Duck Boats in Boston for a fun outing. Everyone was full of smiles and it was a first for most. A few of our residents became the captain and drove the boat! They couldn’t stop talking about how fun it was even in the heat. Independent Living, formerly Individual Supports, provide...
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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
As part of an ongoing partnership since August 2021, a small group of women from Bridgewell’s Women’s Program, Johnson Street, work with local artist Mary Flannery at her studio, Great Art Studio in Lynn, engaging in art therapy sessions. After completing the six-week program and expressing themselves through their art, the women host a small private art show to share...
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Thursday, May 19, 2022
With more than 125 people in attendance, Bridgewell’s Family Support Center had an amazing turnout at the Bridgewell Family Fun Event in Danvers earlier this month. It was a busy, fun day of lots of activities including the Red Sox Experience Truck, which had a mock Green Monster, jerseys, pitching track and batting cages. All Out Adventures brought adaptive bikes...
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Sunday, May 1, 2022
Imagine the Possibilities Gala 2022 What an evening! With close to 300 people in the ballroom, we’re happy to announce we’ve raised over $327,000 to support our vital mission. Check back soon for more information and the photo gallery. Congratulations to our Visionary Award Recipient: George Sonia, Lancelot Janitorial & Paper Products Over the years, George Sonia and his team...
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Tuesday, April 12, 2022
For Autism Awareness Month, Rosewood I and II have been doing weekly themed activities. Last week, participants and staff had a tie-dye t-shirt decorating event and everyone wore their shirts together. There is an emphasis on Acceptance over Awareness this year where the goal is to teach and encourage others to accept everyone no matter their differences or abilities. Click...
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Through a grant from The Administration for Community Living, Bridgewell is working with local aging agency (AGESPAN) and educational organization (Shriver Center at UMASS) and fellow service provider (Fidelity House) to develop trainings for Caregivers of People Aging with IDD. Families and guardians can receive a $25 gift card when you complete these informative new trainings! A similar training is...
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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
As a result of a generous luncheon donation to the Bridgewell Roseway Day program, program participants passed forward the holiday spirit by donating toys for children connected to Bridgewell’s services. After running out of options for affordably catering the program’s annual Thanksgiving luncheon, Program Director Amanda Murray called George at Brother’s Deli in Lynn, who donated the entire meal. Due...
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Sunday, December 5, 2021
Over the past few weeks Bridgewell held three immunization clinics and provided over 500 Covid-19 boosters and seasonal flu shots to staff and people in Bridgewell’s services. On the way to the clinic, Orlando, who attends Roseway Day Program, found out that Amy Saunders, who works at Roseway, is not a fan of needles so he offered to help her...
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Wednesday, November 24, 2021
When Roseway Day Center’s Program Director Amanda Murray started making calls to see who would be able to cater the annual Thanksgiving luncheon, she was running out of luck based on timing and budget – until she called George at Brother’s Deli in Lynn. Not only did he accommodate the request, but he said, “I’ll take care of it!” and...
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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
For the past few months, a small group of women from Bridgewell’s Women’s Program, Johnson Street, have been working with local artist Mary Flannery at her art studio, Great Art Studio for art therapy sessions. Through expressing themselves with art, the women hosted a small private art show on September 29 and plan to develop this into a larger recovery...
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Thursday, September 23, 2021
In September, over 40 people ran or walked for Bridgewell’s team at the Flutie Foundation’s 5K for Autism: Dougie’s Epic Adventure at Belkin Family Lookout Farm in Natick. Ten members of the team participated virtually with the Flutie 5K Your Way option. Over $4,200 was raised by the team and directly goes to Bridgewell’s autism programs. The Flutie Foundation has...
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Sunday, August 15, 2021
Community Movement of Generosity Give Back, Give Time, Give a Gift In October, Bridgewell held its annual Day of Giving, a community movement of generosity and a time to spread awareness of what we do, how we serve the community, and an opportunity for the community to support Bridgewell. Through an American Red Cross Blood Drive at our headquarters...
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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Bridgewell is excited to be a charity partner of the Flutie Foundation’s 5K for Autism: Dougie’s Epic Adventure! We invite you to join Bridgewell’s Team to walk or run and help raise funds for our autism programs. You can sign up to join us and attend the event on September 12th at Lookout Farm in Natick, or you can sign...
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Monday, March 23, 2020
In the past week, Bridgewell has worked with My Brother’s Table to secure warm meals for Bridgewell residents to help them save their own pantry of groceries and food. My Brother’s Table prepared so many meals and sandwiches to people in our community housing and individual support programs. Not only does this insure proper nutrition, but prevents them from having...
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Thursday, March 5, 2020
Navigating services in the world of developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders can be a formidable challenge for any family. Bridgewell’s Family Support Center (FSC) helps families work through these challenges and obtain social services and programs. “We are here to support persons served and families when and where they need it most,” says Judith Doherty, Bridgewell’s Family Support Center...
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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Don’t miss out on your chance to support Bridgewell’s Special Olympics Teams! Take the plunge! Join Team Bridgewell on Saturday, March 28th 2020 for an icy cold swim in the Atlantic Ocean! Special Olympics Polar Plunge Registration begins at 10:00 AM | Plunge at 12:00 PM Revere Beach – 300 Ocean Avenue, Revere, MA 02151 Parking is available on Ocean Avenue. There is a super fun...
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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
On Valentine’s Day, three of Bridgewell’s Day Programs from Lynn, Danvers and Stoneham celebrated together at the Kelly J. Martin Center. In recent meetings, Day Program participants expressed the desire to socialize more with other programs. With that feedback in mind, Day Program Directors Amy Hallinan, Molli Marshall and Amanda Murray (pictured right) planned an enormous Valentine’s Day celebration. With...
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
On February 7, Bridgewell attended the 2020 Night to Shine prom, the sixth anniversary of this special event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. This year’s theme was You Are Beautiful, which is the belief of the foundation, is truly reflected in photos and video from the evening. This year, seventy-five members of the Bridgewell community, including residents and staff,...
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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Join Team Bridgewell on Saturday, December 7th for the best holiday themed 5k of the season! This is a professionally timed 5k on a certified 5k course in Boston. The course starts and finishes at the Boston Commons. Boston Common – Boylston St, Boston MA Registration: 8:00 am Walk/Run Start: 9:00 am Awards: 9:45 am- 11:00 am Registration – $35,...
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Sunday, November 10, 2019
Bridgewell’s Elaine White (Chief Operations Officer), Chris Tuttle (President & Chief Executive Officer), John Hyland (Director of Information Technology) and Bonnie Hungler (Director of Program and Support Services), attended the Talking Tech 2019 conference this past Thursday at the Newton Marriott. The conference was presented by the ADDP (The Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers) and the DDS (The Department of...
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Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Yesterday, President & CEO Chris Tuttle was at the State House to cheer on Pride’s Deli, a partner in Bridgewell’s Employment Support program. The Massachusetts Regional Employment Collaboratives hosted the inaugural Celebration of Success, to recognize partners, sponsors and employees who have demonstrated commitment to supporting people with disabilities through employment and training efforts. Pride’s Deli of Beverly was one...
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Wednesday, October 23, 2019
An annual tradition, many people in Bridgewell services enjoyed a trip to the Topsfield Fair. The Fair invited area day programs and facilities during day hours free of charge; 377 people and staff attended – a record number! In addition, Bridgewell’s Kelly J. Martin Employment Program participants worked at the Fair as greeters and volunteers at various exhibits. Over the...
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Tuesday, June 4, 2019
The circus was in town! The Big Apple Circus came to Peabody’s North Shore Mall last month and many people in Bridgewell services enjoyed the shows. Over 160 people from the Kelly J. Martin Center, Rosewood I and II and the Recreation Department attended performances over the course of six days. Many people with autism particularly enjoyed a special sensory...
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Monday, April 1, 2019
2019 Imagine the Possibilities Gala What a night! We are pleased to announce we raised more than $338,000! Without generous people like you, those we serve would not be able to accomplish all they do. You affirm what can happen when all of us work together. The evening began with a cocktail reception where guests were able to purchase raffle...
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