This is my daughter Cheyenne Lake, she was last seen Friday afternoon leaving school on Hillman St. in New Bedford. If you see her or know any information, please contact me or New Bedford Police Department. Cheyenne if you see this please call me or message me and let me …
Read More »Kennedy-Donovan Center’s Five Reasons To Become A Foster Parent
Last month Kennedy-Donovan Center received over 80 referrals to place children in foster homes. Please consider becoming a foster parent to support a child in need of a safe, nurturing environment! Five reasons to become a foster parent: Foster parents changes generations. Make a difference in the life of a …
Read More »Monthly Access Dances Bring in 100+ Adults with Disabilities
The value of socialization and friendship is no surprise. Engaging with new people, creating friendships, interacting… it’s all part of how we learn, grow, and enrich our lives. This becomes especially true for our consumers, and other adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These individuals often do not have the …
Read More »Children’s Programs Provide Families the Tools to Succeed
The mission of Better Community Living is to support and enhance the lives of those with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Though known for its quality services for adults, Better Community Living serves the unique needs of children with disabilities, and their families as well. The Children’s Program at BCL provides …
Read More »Shared Living: Friendship, Family, and Enhanced Quality of Life
At Better Community Living, Inc. (BCL), great emphasis is placed on offering integration, independence, and relationship building to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All of these are central to helping these individuals lead fulfilling lives. While BCL is known for providing homes to its consumers, the agency also offers …
Read More »Kennedy-Donovan Center’s Foster Care and Family Services – Providing Safe, Nurturing Homes For Children And Valuable Resources For Foster Parents
All children should grow up in a safe, nurturing home. Childhood has a marked, determined effect on one’s personality and quality of life. Since most of us end up having children of our own, we typically model many aspects of our own parents’ rearing skills – they serve as a …
Read More »New Bedford Emergency Overflow Shelter Open Tonight (30 Jan, 2017)
Due to the weather conditions, the overflow will be open tonight. Guests can start to arrive at Sister Rose House (71 Division St) at 6:00pm. It is a first come, first serve basis and our capacity is 25 individuals. Guests will be offered a meal, showers and a good night’s …
Read More »New Bedford Advances Heart Health Movement With “Love Your Heart Event” On February 12th
Communities across New Bedford will be joining a growing national movement on February 12th, urging all to “Love Your Heart.” The one-day, city-wide event provides an opportunity for residents to “know their numbers” and learn more about their heart health. Originally started by the County of San Diego in California, …
Read More »Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford Story: Craig Longo
The Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford is critical to the youth of the Greater New Bedford area, serving 200-300 kids daily with physical and educational activities. Craig Longo, an emergency physician at St. Luke’s Hospital, tells us how the Club impacted his life. Are you a current …
Read More »New Bedford residents urged to help fill the bus Saturday to help local children in need
Brighten the season for a local child while boosting your own holiday spirit by participating in the sixth annual Fill the Bus toy drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. During those hours, a Tremblay’s school bus will be parked outside three New Bedford locations: Walgreens, 1103 …
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