The Trump administration’s misguided policy of separating children from parents when those parents are detained due to illegal border crossing may have just been reversed, but the trauma these children will endure could easily last a lifetime.
The Youth Trauma Program located at the Fernandes Center for Children & Families of Saint Anne’s Hospital in Fall River became a program of JRI, a nonprofit provider of trauma-informed care to children and families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut on July 1.
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.
“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
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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Rachel has been a part of the JRI team since January, 2000. For over 20 years, Rachel has been working in the field of human services assisting families with accessing and navigating services. Rachel received her Bachelors degree in psychology and Masters Degree in Public Administration from Bridgewater State University. She was promoted in July 2005 to Family Networks Program Director where she closely worked with the Department of Children Families for 10 years ensuring that children and families received the highest quality of individualized services ranging from community based through residential care. Rachel is very dedicated to helping the individuals she works with and is committed to improving the lives of children and families. Rachel’s passion for creative service programming inspires her in her role as JRI Service Navigator.
