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Young Parent Support

Having a baby changes everything—and being a young parent can feel both exciting and overwhelming. You want to be a great parent, build independence, and create a stable future for yourself and your child. The Young Parent Support Program is here to help you do just that.

We offer free, confidential, and compassionate support to pregnant and parenting young adults—including mothers, fathers, and foster parents. Through home visits and community outreach, our team provides strength-based case management tailored to your goals.

Whether you need parenting education, housing assistance, employment guidance, or referrals to specialists, we’re here to walk alongside you. We also offer supportive parenting groups where you can connect with others who understand your journey.

This program is designed to empower you to become the parent—and the adult—you envision for yourself, all in a non-judgmental and nurturing environment.

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At a Glance
Providing essential family life and parenting education and comprehensive support services to pregnant or parenting young individuals.

Age

Birth to 22

Gender

All

Referrals

Open
Community Connections

The Young Parents Support Program collaborates with various community partners, including WIC, DTA, Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Southeast Behavioral and Trauma Center, Attleboro Career Center, Attleboro Family Planning, New Hope, and Healthy Families. These partnerships ensure that young parents can access a comprehensive network of resources and support. Our caring staff can help connect you with housing assistance, mental health and substance use services, immigration and legal assistance, childcare providers, and securing a driver's license.


Man sitting on a swing holding a toddler.Young mother holding a baby and smiling
Family of three with a young daughter smiling in a park.

Who We Are

Age of Parent is the ONLY eligibility criteria

  • Serving pregnant and parenting young adults under the age of 23
  • Able to provide services to parents seeking custody reunification
  • Able to assist parents during DCF supervised visits
  • No restriction on age of children or number of children

Purpose

Navigating parenthood as a young adult brings many new decisions and challenges. The Young Parents Support Program offers a non-judgmental, trauma-informed approach, providing the direct support needed to help young parents adapt to their new roles and confidently meet these challenges.

We provide parent support groups, including:

  • Triple P Discussion Group
  • Circle of Security Parenting
  • Group Peer Support
  • Financial Literacy Group
  • Positive Solutions

Services Provided

  • Home Visiting and Community Visiting
  • Transportation
  • Case Management
  • Referrals to Needed Services
  • Ages and Stages Questionnaire

The Goals of the Young Parent Support Program is to assist parents in learning:

  • parenting skills
  • self sufficiency skills
  • healthy growth and development for infants, young children and young adults

Our services are free and confidential. A flexible appointment schedule is available.

Services are open to residents of Lowell, Lynn, Attleboro, and neighboring communities.

Our Team

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Frequently Asked Questions

The program helps with things like transportation to appointments, job search help, parenting skills education, and school enrollment.

YPS is meant to be a short-term service. Depending on goals, we usually work with families for 6-9 months

Referral Information

Referrals are open to pregnant and parenting young adults under the age of 23.

Let's Connect

Jonathan Regis

Program Director

(508) 223-4135

[email protected]

167 Maple Street Attleboro, MA 02703

Toni Cunha

Case Manager

(508) 223-4135 ext. 4

[email protected]

167 Maple Street Attleboro, MA 02703

Kristal Marquez

Program Director - Chelmsford

(774) 504-4334 Fax: (978) 221-5831

[email protected]

227 Chelmsford Street, Suite 13C Chelmsford, MA 01824

Priscilla Owens, BSW

Program Director - Lynn

(781) 825-7054

[email protected]

112 Market Street, 2nd Floor, Lynn, MA, 01901

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Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your needs, please fill out the form below. Our service navigator will reach out by phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the program director listed above.

Please note that this form is not HIPAA-compliant. We urge you not to include protected health information.

Request More Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your individualized need, please fill out the form below. Our Service Navigator will reach out to you about your inquiry via phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the Program Director listed in the “Let’s Connect” box above. 

Please note that this form is not HIPAA compliant.  We urge you not to include protected health information.

What is your preferred method of communication?
Teen Parenting Program
Teen parents are referred to Teen Parenting Programs by DTA. If you have a DTA worker please reach out to them. If you do not have a DTA worker please follow the below instructions. 

How to Get a DTA Worker in Massachusetts
If you need to speak with a Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) worker — whether for benefits, SNAP Path to Work, or employment services — there are several ways to connect with them.

1. Call the DTA Assistance Line
      Phone: (877) 382‑2363
      Hours: 8:15 A.M. – 4:45 P.M.
      This is the main line for general DTA inquiries, but note that DTA has been experiencing high call volumes and may hang up on some calls due to staffing shortages MassLegalHelp.

2. Use DTA Connect
      Visit the DTA Connect website to report changes, view notices, and get updates.
      You can also use the DTA Connect mobile app to manage your account and communicate with staff Mass.gov.

3. Contact Your Local DTA Office
     Find your local office’s phone number in the DTA office directory or by calling the Assistance Line. Go in person during business hours for in-person interviews or to speak directly with a caseworker MassLegalHelp.
 
IRTPS
Referrals for IRTPs come from Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities, and services are funded through the Department of Mental Health. Please connect with your referring physiatrist or inpatient provider.
Employment Verification
JRI has partnered with EmpInfo to provide all verifiers (lender, bank, mortgage company, etc) with employment verifications through a fast and secure connection!

1. Verifier visits www.empinfo.com or 1-800-274-9694
2. Verifier follows process to register by selecting “verify now”
3. After registration is complete, verifier can obtain verification by entering the following details in the EmpInfo portal:
- Company Name: Justice Resource Institute, Inc.
- Social Security Number
- Authorization Code (if verifying income, you must obtain an
Authorization Code directly from the employee).
4. Verification of employment is immediate! If you run into any issues or need further assistance, please contact EmpInfo directly at 1-800-274-9694.
Record Request
Please click here to submit a record request. 
Referral Status
For an update on the status of your referral for community-based services (In-Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, In-Home Behavioral Services, Outpatient Therapy or our Community Services Agencies), please reach out to Lori McGahan, [email protected]. 
Job Application Status
To check the status of your application log back into the UKG account you created when applying. You can view active applications under 'My Presence' then clicking on 'Applications'  If you have any further questions please contact [email protected].


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Educational Advocacy
Please click this link for more information on how to access educational advocacy resources.


Request More Information
Request More 
Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your needs, please fill out the form below. Our service navigator will reach out by phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the program director listed above.

Please note that this form is not HIPAA-compliant. We urge you not to include protected health information.

Request More Information

For assistance determining which programs or services will meet your individualized need, please fill out the form below. Our Service Navigator will reach out to you about your inquiry via phone, text, or email. If you have a question regarding a particular program, please contact the Program Director listed in the “Let’s Connect” box above. 

Please note that this form is not HIPAA compliant.  We urge you not to include protected health information.

What is your preferred method of communication?
Teen Parenting Program
Teen parents are referred to Teen Parenting Programs by DTA. If you have a DTA worker please reach out to them. If you do not have a DTA worker please follow the below instructions. 

How to Get a DTA Worker in Massachusetts
If you need to speak with a Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) worker — whether for benefits, SNAP Path to Work, or employment services — there are several ways to connect with them.

1. Call the DTA Assistance Line
      Phone: (877) 382‑2363
      Hours: 8:15 A.M. – 4:45 P.M.
      This is the main line for general DTA inquiries, but note that DTA has been experiencing high call volumes and may hang up on some calls due to staffing shortages MassLegalHelp.

2. Use DTA Connect
      Visit the DTA Connect website to report changes, view notices, and get updates.
      You can also use the DTA Connect mobile app to manage your account and communicate with staff Mass.gov.

3. Contact Your Local DTA Office
     Find your local office’s phone number in the DTA office directory or by calling the Assistance Line. Go in person during business hours for in-person interviews or to speak directly with a caseworker MassLegalHelp.
 
IRTPS
Referrals for IRTPs come from Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities, and services are funded through the Department of Mental Health. Please connect with your referring physiatrist or inpatient provider.
Employment Verification
JRI has partnered with EmpInfo to provide all verifiers (lender, bank, mortgage company, etc) with employment verifications through a fast and secure connection!

1. Verifier visits www.empinfo.com or 1-800-274-9694
2. Verifier follows process to register by selecting “verify now”
3. After registration is complete, verifier can obtain verification by entering the following details in the EmpInfo portal:
- Company Name: Justice Resource Institute, Inc.
- Social Security Number
- Authorization Code (if verifying income, you must obtain an
Authorization Code directly from the employee).
4. Verification of employment is immediate! If you run into any issues or need further assistance, please contact EmpInfo directly at 1-800-274-9694.
Record Request
Please click here to submit a record request. 
Referral Status
For an update on the status of your referral for community-based services (In-Home Therapy, Therapeutic Mentoring, In-Home Behavioral Services, Outpatient Therapy or our Community Services Agencies), please reach out to Lori McGahan, [email protected]. 
Job Application Status
To check the status of your application log back into the UKG account you created when applying. You can view active applications under 'My Presence' then clicking on 'Applications'  If you have any further questions please contact [email protected].


Check Status
Educational Advocacy
Please click this link for more information on how to access educational advocacy resources.


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