Across the lifespan

Who We Serve

We serve people across the lifespan, with a wide range of diagnoses, conditions, and challenges.

Life stagesChildren · Transition Age · Adulthood · Golden Years
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Who We Serve

Support from age three through the end of life

We serve people across the lifespan, starting at the age of three and through the end of life. While we are known for serving people with disabilities, we support a growing number of people with brain injuries, medical and behavioral challenges, dementia, and veterans with service-related disabilities.

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Diagnoses

Our teams support people living with

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities · Autism Spectrum Disorders · Brain Injuries · Complex Medical Conditions · Mental Health Diagnoses · Alzheimer’s and Dementia · Veterans with Service-Related Disabilities · Behavioral Health Challenges

Neurodevelopmental and Sensory Needs

Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities · Autism Spectrum Disorders · Sensory Processing Disorders

Physical & Medical Conditions

Brain Injuries (ABI & TBI) · Mobility Impairments · Complex Medical Conditions

Behavioral & Mental Health

Mental Health Challenges · Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders · Behavioral Challenges

Aging & Memory Care Needs

Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia · Age-related Conditions

Ages 0–13

Children

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Children & Family Services

Designed to provide families and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to deliver safe, comfortable, well-informed, and nurturing support to their family members in all aspects of home and community life.

Family Support Center
  • Informational resources and referrals
  • Respite
  • Flexible Funding / Stipend
  • Group-based art therapy, music therapy, and social skills training
  • Family activities
  • Recreation
  • Support Groups
Support groups and training
  • Latino Parent Support Group
  • Elder Care Support Group
  • Parent Support Group
  • Parent Advisory Group
  • Parent Training/Workshops
Intensive Services (DDS Referral Required)
  • Children’s Intensive Flexible Family Support (IFFS) Program, ages 3-22
  • Regional program: Central Middlesex, Lowell, Metro North, Merrimack Valley
  • North Shore program
  • Lowell specialized program
  • Merrimack Valley specialized program
  • Regional DESE/DDS Program, ages 3-22
  • Lowell and Merrimack Valley Turning 22 IFFS, ages 18-23
  • Merrimack Valley Young Adult IFFS, ages 23-29
  • Merrimack Valley (Latino) Medical Program, children and adults
  • Merrimack Valley Agency With Choice (AWC), ages 23 and up
  • Merrimack Valley Elder Caregiver Program
  • Merrimack Valley SSQUAL services
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Ages 14–21

Transition Age

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Day & Employment Services

Focuses on activities of Daily Living, Rehabilitation, Community Engagement & Membership, Vocational & Soft Skill Development, & Employment.

Programs
  • Day Habilitation
  • Community-Based Day Supports
  • Memory Care Day Supports
  • Supported Employment (DDS)
  • Veterans Employment (Waypoint Careers)
  • Transition-Age Vocational Skill Training
  • Re-Entry Employment Services
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Community Living Services

A variety of supports ranging from 3 hours per week to 24/7 around-the-clock care ensure people are well supported in their homes and local communities, with the intent of increasing each person’s level of independence and sense of belonging.

Programs
  • Group Home (Congregate Care): Turning 22
  • Adult Foster Care (AFC)
  • Individualized Support Services (ISS)
  • Individualized Home Supports (IHS)
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Children & Family Services

Designed to provide families and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to deliver safe, comfortable, well-informed, and nurturing support to their family members in all aspects of home and community life.

Family Support Center
  • Informational resources and referrals
  • Respite
  • Flexible Funding / Stipend
  • Group-based art therapy, music therapy, and social skills training
  • Family activities
  • Recreation
  • Support Groups
Support groups and training
  • Latino Parent Support Group
  • Elder Care Support Group
  • Parent Support Group
  • Parent Advisory Group
  • Parent Training/Workshops
Intensive Services (DDS Referral Required)
  • Children’s Intensive Flexible Family Support (IFFS) Program, ages 3-22
  • Regional program: Central Middlesex, Lowell, Metro North, Merrimack Valley
  • North Shore program
  • Lowell specialized program
  • Merrimack Valley specialized program
  • Regional DESE/DDS Program, ages 3-22
  • Lowell and Merrimack Valley Turning 22 IFFS, ages 18-23
  • Merrimack Valley Young Adult IFFS, ages 23-29
  • Merrimack Valley (Latino) Medical Program, children and adults
  • Merrimack Valley Agency With Choice (AWC), ages 23 and up
  • Merrimack Valley Elder Caregiver Program
  • Merrimack Valley SSQUAL services
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22 years +

Adulthood

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Day & Employment Services

Focuses on activities of Daily Living, Rehabilitation, Community Engagement & Membership, Vocational & Soft Skill Development, & Employment.

Programs
  • Day Habilitation
  • Community-Based Day Supports
  • Memory Care Day Supports
  • Supported Employment (DDS)
  • Veterans Employment (Waypoint Careers)
  • Transition-Age Vocational Skill Training
  • Re-Entry Employment Services
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Nursing & Behavioral Health Services

Nursing and Behavioral Health Supports focus on preventative, ongoing, and acute medical and behavioral health treatment and interventions. Our well-coordinated and diverse service offerings ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

Programs
  • Medication Oversight & Administration
  • Employee & Caregiver Training & Consultation (Nursing)
  • Preventative Care & Screening
  • Hands-on Nursing Interventions
  • Skilled Nursing Care
  • Care Coordination
  • Individualized Behavior Assessment & Plan Development
  • Positive Behavior Supports & Intervention
  • Safety Care Behavioral Intervention & De-escalation Training
  • Employee & Caregiver Training and Consultation (Behavioral Health)
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Community Living Services

A variety of supports ranging from 3 hours per week to 24/7 around-the-clock care ensure people are well supported in their homes and local communities, with the intent of increasing each person’s level of independence and sense of belonging.

Programs
  • Group Home (Congregate Care): Medical Model, Turning 22, Acquired Brain Injury, Behaviorally Intensive, Community-Focused
  • Adult Foster Care (AFC)
  • Shared Living (Placement Services)
  • Individualized Support Services (ISS)
  • Individualized Home Supports (IHS)
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Children & Family Services

Designed to provide families and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to deliver safe, comfortable, well-informed, and nurturing support to their family members in all aspects of home and community life.

Merrimack Valley specialized programs
  • Lowell and Merrimack Valley Turning 22 IFFS, ages 18-23
  • Merrimack Valley Young Adult IFFS, ages 23-29
  • Merrimack Valley (Latino) Medical Program, children and adults
  • Merrimack Valley Agency With Choice (AWC), ages 23 and up
  • Merrimack Valley Elder Caregiver Program
  • Merrimack Valley SSQUAL services
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Retirement +

Golden Years

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Day & Employment Services

Focuses on activities of Daily Living, Rehabilitation, Community Engagement & Membership, Vocational & Soft Skill Development, & Employment.

Programs
  • Day Habilitation
  • Community-Based Day Supports
  • Memory Care Day Supports
  • Supported Employment (DDS)
  • Veterans Employment (Waypoint Careers)
  • Transition-Age Vocational Skill Training
  • Re-Entry Employment Services
Learn More

Children & Family Services

Designed to provide families and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to deliver safe, comfortable, well-informed, and nurturing support to their family members in all aspects of home and community life.

Learn More

Nursing & Behavioral Health Services

Nursing and Behavioral Health Supports focus on preventative, ongoing, and acute medical and behavioral health treatment and interventions. Our well-coordinated and diverse service offerings ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

Programs
  • Medication Oversight & Administration
  • Employee & Caregiver Training & Consultation (Nursing)
  • Preventative Care & Screening
  • Hands-on Nursing Interventions
  • Skilled Nursing Care
  • Care Coordination
  • Individualized Behavior Assessment & Plan Development
  • Positive Behavior Supports & Intervention
  • Safety Care Behavioral Intervention & De-escalation Training
  • Employee & Caregiver Training and Consultation (Behavioral Health)
Learn More

Community Living Services

A variety of supports ranging from 3 hours per week to 24/7 around-the-clock care ensure people are well supported in their homes and local communities, with the intent of increasing each person’s level of independence and sense of belonging.

Programs
  • Group Home (Congregate Care): Medical Model, Turning 22, Acquired Brain Injury, Behaviorally Intensive, Community-Focused
  • Adult Foster Care (AFC)
  • Shared Living (Placement Services)
  • Individualized Support Services (ISS)
  • Individualized Home Supports (IHS)
Learn More

Not sure where to start?

We will help you find the right support.

Call our main office at 978-685-9471 or send us a message.