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See Our Work in Action

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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Holly Mazelli
Vice President of Communications and Marketing
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January 7, 2022

JRI's Kerry-Ann Williams helps people manage trauma

Read the full article in the Boston Business Journal.
Award badge for top workplaces in Massachusetts 2021 by The Boston Globe.
December 17, 2021

JRI was named a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts for the Seventh Consecutive Year

JRI was named a Top Place to Work in Massachusetts for the Seventh Consecutive Year
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December 1, 2021

World AIDS Day 2021: Equitable Access, Everyone’s Voices

In 2015, the daily feeling of fatigue and sickness shattered my denial. My substance use had spiraled out of control. One day, while sleeping on my parents’ sofa, a syringe fell out of my pocket
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October 27, 2021

Yoga, weight lifting, art therapy: How JRI programs are helping survivors of abuse, trauma

The Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County in Fall River and the Center for Trauma and Embodiment at the Justice Resource Institute (JRI) offer services and opportunities to connect for youth survivors
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August 13, 2021

Golf tournament to benefit Children’s Advocacy Center

FALL RIVER — The Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol County is looking for individuals, teams and spon-sors for its fourth annual charity golf tournament, Eagles and Birdies for You...Hope and Healing for Children.
Quote about trauma's impact on young kids from a mental health professional.
May 10, 2021

What's Changed in Mental Health?

Christina Patts, director of behavioral health and trauma services in Southeastern Massachusetts for JRI was recently interviewed by the Taunton Daily Gazette about how mental health care has changed.⁠

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JRI's intensive residential treatment programs, clinics, and community-based services are accredited by the Joint Commission. JRI's residential schools, group homes, day habilitation and Huntington at Symphony are accredited by CARF.
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