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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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, 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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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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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
PEABODY, Mass. (March 11, 2024) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced that Kirsten O’Keefe of Lynn has been promoted to director of the Bridgewell Family Support Center in Lynn. “Kirsten brings valuable experience and enthusiasm to our strong team of Family Support Community Case Managers,” said Jessica Almeida, Vice President of Day...
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Bridgewell to Honor Difference Makers at Imagine the Possibilities Gala The Rubin family of Bernie & Phyl’s and long-time employee Gary LaPierre have made a lasting impact on the organization PEABODY, Mass. (February 21, 2024) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving northeastern Massachusetts, today announced that the Rubin family of Bernie & Phyl’s Furniture will be...
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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Annual Gala honored former Essex County DA Jonathan Blodgett and was hosted by WCVB’s Katie Thompson PEABODY, Mass., May 2, 2023 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization which provides social and human services to more than 6,300 people across Massachusetts hosted its 2023 Imagine the Possibilities Gala at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel on Friday, April 28....
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
By Awarding this Accreditation, CARF Recognizes Bridgewell’s Commitment to Providing the Highest Levels of Care Through Programs and Services Offered PEABODY, Mass., March 6, 2023 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving more than 6,000 people across Massachusetts, announced today that it has been awarded a Three-Year Accreditation from CARF International. This recognition is CARF’s highest level...
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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Bridgewell to Honor Former Essex County District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett at Imagine the Possibilities Gala By Presenting this Honor, Bridgewell Recognizes Jonathan Blodgett’s Long-Standing Drug Treatment and Recovery Efforts PEABODY, Mass., February 28, 2023 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit social and human services organization serving more than 6,300 people across northeastern Massachusetts, announced today that former Essex County District Attorney Jonathan...
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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Bridgewell Announces Addition of Jessica Almeida to Key Leadership Role As VP of Day Habilitation and Community Engagement, Jessica Almeida Will Help Further Services Offered at Bridgewell Programs PEABODY, Mass., February 2023 – Bridgewell, a local nonprofit social and human services organization, announced today that Jessica Almeida has joined the organization as Vice President of Day Habilitation and Community Engagement....
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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Monday, May 9th (Peabody, MA) – Bridgewell is pleased to announce that over $326,000 was raised at the Imagine the Possibilities Gala on April 29th at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, surpassing its $300,000 goal. Funds raised strengthen the Bridgewell’s mission of empowering people with life challenges achieve their fullest potential. “What a spectacular event,” said Chris Tuttle, Bridgewell’s...
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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Bridgewell Expands Behavioral Health Services in the Merrimack Valley New Clinic to be Called Bridgewell Counseling Services (BCS), Amesbury Amesbury – The Merrimack Valley will gain a new behavioral health clinic as of March 1, 2022 according to Bridgewell, a nonprofit organization that provides human services across eastern Massachusetts. Located at 24 Morrill Place, Amesbury, Massachusetts the clinic will be...
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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Bridgewell Welcomes Jennifer Burzyk as Nurse Practitioner PEABODY, Mass, September 22 – Bridgewell, a local nonprofit providing social and human services empowering people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, today announced the appointment of Jennifer Burzyk, APRN as Nurse Practitioner for Bridgewell Counseling Services in Lowell, MA. As a family nurse practitioner and a...
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Friday, March 27, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the leaders of four human services trade associations today called on the Administration and the Legislature to provide “immediate emergency relief” to the community-based human services sector that cares for one-in-ten state residents. Click here for advocacy talking points. The sector, which contains nearly 180,000 jobs across the Commonwealth, is “on the precipice of collapse without aggressive action from state government,” noted the leaders...
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Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Bridgewell Appoints Christopher Tuttle as Chief Executive Officer Peabody, Mass. – February 27, 2019 – Bridgewell, a local nonprofit providing social and human services empowering people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, today announced its board of directors has appointed Christopher Tuttle as president & chief executive officer, effective immediately. Tuttle has served...
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Bridgewell to Honor Late President & CEO Kelly J. Martin at 2019 Imagine the Possibilities Gala WCVB’s Katie Thompson to emcee annual fundraising event at Fairmont Copley Plaza Peabody, Mass. – Feb. 2019 – Bridgewell, a local nonprofit providing social and human services empowering people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, will host its...
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Tuesday, January 15, 2019
Recovery Coach Program Expands to NSMC Salem Hospital Bridgewell and North Shore Medical Center partner to provide 24/7 support for patients experiencing an overdose Peabody, Mass. – December, 2018 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit that provides social and human services, and North Shore Medical Center (NSMC), the largest medical provider on the North Shore, are pleased to announce the expansion of...
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Thursday, December 13, 2018
Bridgewell’s Center for Professional Development Announces 2019 Workshops Expanded Curriculum Offers Enhanced Training on New and Trending Topics Peabody, Mass. – Bridgewell’s Center for Professional Development (CPD), known for its informative, skill-oriented seminars and consultation services, today announced details of the curriculum offered beginning in January 2019. Previously known as the Center for Professional Innovation, the CPD is a Massachusetts-based,...
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Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Bridgewell Receives $25,000 Naming Gift from the Kayem Foundation Funds will be used to refurbish the sensory room at Bridgewell’s Boston Street Day Habilitation Center PEABODY, Mass. – (September 2018) – Bridgewell, a nonprofit providing social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, today announced it received a...
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Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Bridgewell Mourns Loss of CEO Kelly J. Martin Peabody, Mass. – August 20, 2018 – It is with great sadness that Bridgewell announces the death of its president and CEO Kelly J. Martin. Ms. Martin passed away peacefully on August 18. “Bridgewell has lost a true visionary and leader, and the community has lost an amazing person,” said Robin Sutherland,...
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Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Bridgewell Celebrates 60th Anniversary as Community Leader Massachusetts-based nonprofit sets the standard for social and human services in New England Peabody, Mass. – Bridgewell, a nonprofit that provides social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, kicked off an important milestone in January: its 60th anniversary. For...
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Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Bridgewell Receives Grant from The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism Peabody, Mass. – Bridgewell, a nonprofit providing social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, is pleased to announce that it has received a $4,488 grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism’s Allison Keller Education Technology Program. The...
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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Bridgewell Announces Addition of Two New Nurse Prescribers Peabody, Mass. – July 25, 2018 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit providing social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives, today announced the addition of two nurse prescribers to its team of clinicians. Carine Luxama, PMHNP-BC and Karin O’Brien, APRN, will enhance...
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Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Bridgewell Presents Building Bridges: Autism Journey into Adulthood Day-long conference to be held at Sheraton Framingham on Friday, September 22 Peabody, Mass. – September 22, 2017 – Bridgewell, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Peabody dedicated to supporting and helping individuals with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges, will host Building Bridges: Autism Journey into Adulthood, a day-long...
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Monday, September 11, 2017
Bridgewell Names Kelly J. Martin Chief Executive Officer Peabody, Mass. – September 11, 2017 – Bridgewell, a Peabody-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and helping individuals with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Kelly J. Martin as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Martin had been serving as Bridgewell’s...
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Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Bridgewell Opens Doors of Billerica Program for Young Adults with Autism Rosewood Day Services provides technology, physical fitness, community integration, functional academics and volunteer opportunities Peabody, Mass. – September 6, 2017 – In response to increasing demand around opportunities for young autistic adults who have aged out of public school services beginning at age 22 to learn, grow and...
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Thursday, March 30, 2017
Bridgewell Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation Distinguished Accreditation Is the Highest Level of Certification That Can Be Given to An Organization; Functional Assessment Tool for Aging Cited as Potential National Model Lynnfield, Mass. – March 30, 2017 –Bridgewell, a Lynnfield based nonprofit dedicated to supporting and helping individuals with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges, has once again...
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Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Bridgewell Appoints Erin Kennedy as Nurse Prescriber Position to Help Ease High Demand for Pediatric Psychiatric Providers Lynnfield, Mass. – March 22, 2017 – Bridgewell, a Lynnfield based nonprofit dedicated to supporting and helping individuals with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges, is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Kennedy as a nurse prescriber in its...
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Thursday, March 16, 2017
Bridgewell Honors Gordon College’s Tyler Blake with Champion Award Award recognizes outstanding partners who help individuals with disabilities feel valued and appreciated as members of the workforce Wenham, Mass. – March 16, 2017 – Bridgewell, a Lynnfield based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and helping individuals with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges, has awarded Tyler Blake...
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Thursday, March 16, 2017
Bridgewell Uses MassDevelopment Bond to Renovate New Headquarters in Peabody MassDevelopment has issued a $25,505,000 tax-exempt bond on behalf of Bridgewell Inc., a Lynnfield service organization that provides support to adults with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities and other life challenges. The organization is using a portion of bond proceeds to renovate a building at 10 Dearborn Road in Peabody...
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