These stories highlight our ongoing efforts to support the community and how we’re collectively making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Browse inspiring stories, discover new program initiatives, and learn more about our incredible team.
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June 14, 2022
Covid-19 has changed our relationship to work, and for many people a paycheck is no longer enough. We want our jobs to provide meaning and purpose.
Study after study has shown that Covid-19 prompted significant majorities of employees
April 5, 2022
In March of 2022, the CAC of Bristol County welcomed Chief, a nationally accredited service dog to our team. Chief was purchased by the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office,
February 28, 2022
Boston GLASS employees, Merecedes and Henny, are featured in this WBUR article about how ballroom culture offers freedom for queer and trans POC.
Boston GLASS is a program of JRI.
February 14, 2022
Melanie Burke, Division Director at JRI met Guy in 2012 when he moved into the Rediscovery Group home where he resided for two and a half years. In 2015 when he turned 22, he aged out of DCF care and he remained connected to both Rediscovery
February 14, 2022
Kareem Berry, who was formerly incarcerated, worked with STRIVE Boston's job readiness program and is now a full-time employee at Brigham & Women's Hospital.
February 11, 2022
JRI’s YOUnity program recently reinstated its partnership with the RAYS program in Gloucester, which is designed for kids who may have been successful at remote learning but who struggle with the return to school
