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YouthHarbors a Lifesaver for Homeless Youth
Raymond "Melo" Jarvis needed to overcome tremendous obstacles, including homelessness, to graduate high school. YouthHarbors, a program of JRI, found him a safe place to stay so he could stay in school and graduate. As he walks across the stage and receives his high school diploma, we are so proud of his perseverance.
How Pathways to Permanency Program Can Help
“It’s amazing what consistency and a safe environment can do. When kids have that, they can thrive.” This is a quote from Beth Thompson, who knows first-hand how to help children who have experienced trauma. Three years ago, Beth and her husband Dan decided to foster three children, who they recently adopted. JRI's Pathways to Permanency program was able to provide them with support and coaching to help the family with the transition.
For more information about this program, please contact Rona Sandberg at 617-232-1303 ext. 2023 or rsandberg@jri.org
Employee Spotlight: Matthew Peiken
When Matthew Peiken, Director of CBS for Children’s Friend’s Lynn site, heard Stephanie Sladen, Executive Director of Children’s Friend and VP of JRI, speak enthusiastically about how Boston University’s Non-Profit Management & Leadership Program supported her growth and goals as a leader, he knew the program was a chance to build on his own abilities and knowledge of leadership.
The Victor School
At The Victor School, an exceptional education and specialized therapeutic attention go hand in hand. Our students are intellectually gifted and have social/emotional challenges that have been under served in previous school settings. Our unique program allows students to continue their college-preparatory education within a supportive environment in which they can learn, grow, and succeed.
Stacey Forrest Named Assistant Executive Director of JRI Connecticut
JRI, a provider of trauma-informed care to children and families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, has named Stacey Forrest, of Worcester, assistant executive director of JRI’s Connecticut division. In this new role, she will oversee JRI’s Connecticut programs, which include three group homes and the Susan Wayne Center of Excellence’s residential treatment center and clinical day school.
CFFS Lynn Office Raises Awareness of Children's Mental Health
On May 10, 2018, Children's Friend in Lynn met with Mayor Tom McGee and Representative Dan Cahill as well as representatives from the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the Parent/Professional Advocacy League, Express Yourself, Youth Move and the NAN Project. The Mayor read a proclamation recognizing the importance of mental health and declaring it Children's Mental Health Day.
JRI Promotes Savageau to Superintendent of Day Schools
JRI, a nonprofit provider of trauma-informed care to children and families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut, today announced the promotion of Lindsay Savageau, of Assonet, to superintendent of day schools.
JRI Promotes Two Senior Leaders to Executive Vice President
JRI, a nonprofit provider of trauma-informed care to children and families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut, today announced the promotion of two senior leaders to executive vice president: Kari E. Beserra and Jennifer L. Miguel. In their new roles, Beserra and Miguel will help oversee and manage agency leadership and programming.
MetroWest Health Departments Join Forces to Offer Expanded Access to Naloxone for Community Members
Staff members at each Health Department in the MetroWest have undergone training, from JRI's Program RISE, on how to provide overdose prevention education and instruction on how to administer naloxone. This effort increases community access to naloxone in the MetroWest.
