Individuals with Disabilities

Boston REACH Coalition

Location

Grove Hall Community Center

51 Geneva Ave.

Dorchester, MA

United States

42° 18' 27.828" N, 71° 4' 50.2068" W

Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

Erline Achille
1010 Massachusetts Ave,
6th Floor
Boston, MA 02118

Phone:

(617) 534-2291

Fax:

(617) 534-2563

Email:

reach@bphc.org

Website:

http://www.bphc.org/chesj/Coalition/Pages/default.aspx

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Meets 1st Monday of every month, 5:30 p.m., at the Grove Hall Community Center, 51 Geneva Ave., Dorchester.

Mission:

The mission of the Boston REACH Coalition is to promote health equity and eliminate racial and health inequities in Boston. REACH: Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health.

The 200-member coalition has met monthly for ten years. The coalition has earned an outstanding reputation in the local and public health community for its work in raising awareness of racial and ethnic health disparities, educating the public about health issues that affect the Black community in Boston, and for its credible partnerships with community members, policymakers, faith-based leaders, and academic institutions. The coalition includes community members, community groups, health care providers, business and faith leaders, and academic partners.

With new funding as a Center of Excellence in the Elimination of Disparities (CEED), the coalition will expand its scope of work to address cardiovascular disease and public health issues related to men’s health, adolescent wellness, community advocacy, public policy, and environmental health. A strategic plan will ensure that community efforts to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities can be sustained.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Erline Achille, Program Manager

Key Partners:

Boston Public Health Commission (Center for Health Equity and Social Justice)

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Come to a meeting!

Charge for services:

None

Key Programs Offered:

Ongoing advocacy & community organizing.

Community Voices
The Coalition has worked with community member to identify factors that can promote or negate the health of the community. Please take a look at their projects and videos.

Annual Retreat
REACH Coalition members participate in this annual retreat to review and strengthen Coalition objectives and activities.

Pink and Black Team: American Cancer Society Making Strides
During breast cancer awareness month in October, join the Pink and Black Team to raise money for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Walk. More>>

HPV Pilot Project
The Boston REACH Coalition in partnership with Mass CONECT is conducting a pilot project aiming to understand better the communication barriers for underserved women with respect to the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer awareness.

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

BCYF Community Center & Boston Public Health Commission HQ

Also (or Previously) Known As...:

REACH 2010

Last Updated:

02/15/2011

Camp Shriver at UMass Boston

Location

United States

Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

617-287-7250 | csde@umb.edu

Phone:

617-287-7276 (Karen Friedman)

Email:

karen.friedman@umb.edu

Website:

http://www.csde.umb.edu/shriver.html

Mission:

Camp Shriver is an inclusive summer program for children with and without intellectual disabilities. The goals of the camp are:

To provide sports; and other recreational and enrichment activities for all participants.

To use sports as a vehicle for improving not only campers’ sports skills and overall motor development, but also their self-esteem, social skills, and confidence in building relationships with peers.

To create an atmosphere of understanding, learning, and sharing so that campers from diverse backgrounds with and without disabilities can engage in positive peer relationships and develop new friendships.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Mark Spolidoro, Camp Director

Key Partners:

UMass Boston,

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

The Camp Shriver Learning Lab enables UMass Boston students to participate in this unique summer program. About 12 undergraduate interns will be selected to participate in the summer learning lab, through the Center for Social Development and Education and the Psychology Department. This internship program is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with children with and without disabilities and to learn more about child development and developmental disabilities from psychological, sociological, educational, and recreational perspectives. The internship program includes (1) hands-on fieldwork with campers as Assistant Counselors and Assistant Coaches and (2) an advanced psychology seminar on child development and disabilities.

C & M Educational Connections and Consulting

Location

1500 Dorchester Avenue Suite 2

Dorchester, MA, 02122

United States

42° 17' 58.0488" N, 71° 3' 37.3248" W

Phone:

(617) 282-9700

Email:

info@cmecclearninginstitute.org

Website:

http://cmecclearninginstitute.org

Mission:

CMECC is committed to developing higher thinking skills for young and older minds alike; named in part in memory of founder's mother, Mrs. Willemae Polk, who was an avid supporter of education, and in recognition of her admiration for family and community values. Founded August 10, 2006 by Paula Nelson, a former inclusion and transitional teacher with a Masters degree in Education, CMECC has always used proven educational techniques to instruct students. Paula Nelson believe, like many forward-thinking educators of the 21st Century frame of mind that, although many teachers did an admirable job in the classroom, many children did not learn well in traditional institutions, which explains why many children don't respond to the assembly line nature of most institutions. She believes that a child's strengths and natural ability needs to be the foundation of learning. For this cause, Paula Nelson warns against a "Cookie cutter" approach to educating children.

Charge for services:

Varies; some free

Key Programs Offered:

At CMECC, your child is seen as an individual, and natural strengths are identified by pretesting and built upon by goals outlined in his or her Student Individual Learning Plan (SILP); and post testing after the completion of the tutorial program, to aid in the development of ongoing learning. In 2008, CMECC adopted the name T.H.R.I.V.E., Teaching, Helping, Reaching, Inspiring, Visioning, Educating (for social equality), to better illustrate its mission to help at-risk children, youth and families achieve, to their fullest potential. The T.H.R.I.V.E. Program is a rigorous, engaging, and student-directed tutorial-based curriculum, offered year-round for remediation and enrichment in reading, ELA (English Language Arts), math and phonemic awareness via computer-assisted instruction, one-on-one and small group instruction to Grades K1-7, ESL (English as a Second Language), and now, Adult (English for Speakers of Other Languages) ESOL/GED (General Education Development) direct instruction, at your choice of location. Special Needs Our techniques for supporting students with learning disabilities have a remarkable success rate. We begin by defining what a successful outcome is, and design strategies to achieve your desired outcome. From students with reading problems, ADD/ADHD, auditory processing problems to those who are formally diagnosed as learning disabled, we will find the right tutor and right plan for each child. ESL and Phonemic Awareness for Educational Advancement and Reinforcement We offer an opportunity to children to gain greater understanding of subject matter through application of skills. We can build on knowledge that children bring with them into the tutoring environment. Study Skill Development/Test Preparation We can develop successful skills and strategies for critical study skill to test taking that are appropriate for simple spelling tests to rigorous standardized tests to lifelong learning techniques. We provide opportunities to apply skills learned so students will feel confident, prepared, and familiar with everyday classroom learning and a testing situation. Relaxation and concentration techniques are central building blocks of the T.H.R.I.V.E., program. Adult Basic Education (ABE) - ESL/GED/Career Enhancement/Development We offer ESL/ESOL and ABE/GED classes by appointment for serious individuals. We can help you build on your knowledge, confidence and self-esteem, communication and effectiveness in your area of work or business. Department of Education Approved Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Provider We use proven instructional strategies and curricula to enhance classroom learning for Grades 1-6 students with local schools and districts; and in the comfort of student's home, community center, local library, church or the Center. Parent Involvement/Educational Guidance Consultant for The 21st Century and Beyond Community CMECC is honored to be an approved provider of Supplemental Educational Services in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with the added capacity to foster student improvement by linking curriculum and instruction to Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System relative to language and literacy across the content areas. This allows CMECC to provide FREE tutoring services to students at eligible schools through the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), 2001 to improve their grades, raise their test scores, learn effective study skills, build academic self-esteem, and reach their greatest potential. CMECC offers engaging professional services to guide, educate and assist families in the parent, family and community involvement process in a user-friendly way. Paula Nelson: Endorsed by National ParentNet Association as a Parent Trainer, ParentNet/Local Speaker, Parenting Education, National Speaker. Notary Public We offer notary services at a reduced rate to clients and the local community. Business Certification/Educational Consulting/Career Development Training Certified by the Supplier Diveristy Office (SDO formerly SOMWBA) as (MBE and WBE) with the business description, EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT: ADVOCACY AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR AT RISK CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES; ADULT BASIC EDUCATION AND NOTARY PUBLIC.

Also (or Previously) Known As...:

CMECC

The Boston Home

Location

2049 Dorchester Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02124

United States

42° 16' 50.16" N, 71° 3' 58.32" W

Phone:

617.825.3905

Email:

gwideman@thebostonhome.org

Website:

http://thebostonhome.org

Mission:

Founded in 1881, The Boston Home serves adults with advanced Multiple Sclerosis and other progressive neurological diseases. Exceptional clinical care, compassion, and innovative programs have earned us the designation “Center for Excellence in Long-term Care” from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The only facility of its kind in New England and only one of a handful nationwide, The Boston Home touches the lives of thousands of people as we serve our residents, outpatients, and their families, and share our knowledge with healthcare professionals nationwide.

Our residents and outpatients are typically:

• 54 years old on average

• Significantly physically disabled

• Intellectually curious

• Seeking to live full lives not defined by their disabilities

Our families play an integral role in our community, involved in care plans, activities, and support groups. A staff of 200 delivers highly skilled care with warmth and creativity.

Volunteers, vendors, interns, and partner organizations — representing education, arts, and technology — help us extend our services.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Board of Trustees

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Admissions: 617.326.4346

The Boston Home Admissions offers informational sessions by appointment only.

The Boston Home, a long-term care facility, is an important resource for adults with advanced multiple sclerosis and other progressive neurological diseases. It serves long-term residents, outpatients and their families.

B.Fit! Outpatient Program:
The day program is offered at The Boston Home three days a week, Monday & Wednesday from 9:30 – 3:30, and Friday from 9:30 – 1:30. Schedule is subject to change. For more information contact B.Fit! program director, Glory Wideman-Hughes at 617.326.4300.

How do you get started with B.FIT!?
Eligibility: Any adult with a progressive, neurological disorder can apply.

Application: To schedule an in-person interview and get an application please call Glory Wideman-Hughes at 617.326-4300 or email gwideman@thebostonhome.org.

Transportation: Available through the MBTA RIDE. Call for more information: 617.326.4300

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The average age of The Boston Home resident is 56 years old. The Boston Home specifically addresses the needs of a younger population with disabilities through programs and services that range from complex nursing care to use of power wheelchairs to a focus on psycho-social needs.

Charge for services:

Sliding Scale, Varies with Program -- See Key Programs Offered.

Key Programs Offered:

Residents receive:

* Comprehensive clinical services. A pro-active plan of care to improve function when possible and to support the best quality of life.
* Access to wellness activities and spirituality programs and discussions that address deeper needs.
* Advanced adaptive technology that supports independence and creativity. An on-site Adaptive Technology Specialist is available for customized solutions for each resident.
* A menu of stimulating and engaging activities and events 365 days a year, including outings to theater, museums, civic events, local shops and restaurants.

Resident Life Programs

Vital programs help to support our residents become more independent and live with dignity in a wheelchair-friendly facility:

Technology

• Wireless sensors on wheelchairs for access to elevators and exterior spaces

• Computers with voice recognition software

• Environmental Control Systems in resident rooms

Activities

• Applied art, museum field trips, lectures, and performances

• Games and activities for fun, challenge, and memory support

• Trips to sports, theater, and civic events

Wellness & Spirituality

• Relaxation & meditation

• Creative exercises & comforting rituals

• Discussions about deeper needs

Socialization, Exercise, Information, and Referred Therapy

B.Fit! is an innovative outpatient day program at The Boston Home for adults with advanced Multiple Sclerosis and other progressive neurological diseases co-sponsored by The Boston Home (TBH) and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Central New England.

About B.Fit!
Individuals with MS, currently living at home or in nursing homes come to B.Fit! to socialize with peers and benefit from a variety of activities and informational discussions. The programs of B.Fit! are customized to meet participants individual needs through socially, physically and intellectually stimulating activities. Participants receive guidance in navigating health and human services for their care management. A hot lunch is provided to all participants and their attending caregivers.

The Goals of B.Fit! are:
To provide participants with a safe, and socially enriching environment, where they help shape a schedule of activities.

To help participants achieve and maintain maximum levels of personal independence through active exercise programs, strategies for maintaining memory and cognitive abilities.

To promote participants’ wellness through peer support, socialization, and education.

To offer participants information about health management.

To offer participants referred access to TBH services.

Programs Include:
Structured daily exercise, support, and informational discussions.
Referrals to community resources to maintain independence in the home.

Social activities including current events, creative writing, cultural outings, and cyber café access.

Specialty Services Available
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, through physician referrals.

Assistive technology services.

Wheelchair seating and power mobility assessment and referral services.

Access to tone management clinics.

Fee: A sliding fee scale, based on financial need, is used to determine the daily rate.

The Boston Home Institute:
Tapping our body of knowledge amassed over decades, TBH staff and experts in the field define best practices; train healthcare professionals; and advocate for public policy reform.

Scholarships available:

Sliding Scale

Last Updated:

04/23/2010

Located in Dorchester, MA, the only facility of its kind in New England and one of the few in the United State, The Boston Home has earned the designation of “Center for Excellence in Long-Term Care” from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

The Boston Home has cared for residents with a range of disabling conditions since 1881, providing not only excellent nursing care, but also a sustaining community. Today, the staff, including physicians with extensive experience serving this population, is committed to preserving each resident’s independence, personal dignity and self-determination in a warm, community-oriented environment.

Centro del Cardenal (Cardinal Cushing Center)

Location

185 Columbia Road

Dorchester, MA, 02121

United States

42° 18' 22.9644" N, 71° 4' 38.0496" W

Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

Phone:

(617) 506-6600

Website:

http://www.ccab.org/el_centro.html

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Mission:

Centro del Cardenal is committed to providing young men and women, ages 14-20, with the opportunity to earn either a high school diploma or a GED in a nurturing environment that values and supports them.

Key Partners:

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Key Programs Offered:

Last Updated:

11/10/2010

This GED program helps out-of-school and high-risk youth—who did not thrive in the public school system—earn earn their GED

LearningWorks (ABCD)

Location

ABCD LearningWorks

19 Temple Place Downtown Crossing

Boston, MA, 02111

United States

42° 21' 19.1772" N, 71° 3' 44.2944" W

Phone:

617-357-6000 Ext. 7541

Website:

www.bostonabcd.org/programs/career-development/learning-works

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

9:30am-5pm M-F

Mission:

LearningWorks is ABCD's workforce development center. Located in downtown Boston, it offers a variety of education, training and support services for low-income adults. The center is also a resource for employers seeking qualified staff or training opportunities. LearningWorks facilities include a computer lab and a self-directed resource room with automated job banks and resume writing programs.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Clare Shepherd, Director

Key Partners:

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

walk in

Key Programs Offered:

-JobNet provides career assessment and counseling, job readiness activities and job search and placement services. A multilingual staff works with automated job banks to create career opportunities for job seekers on all rungs of the career ladder. -Downtown Adult Literacy Program tutors adults from 18yrs and older one-on-one on basic reading skills and GED preparation. Students also learn basic computer skills, enjoy field trips and guest lectures, and take part in Boston's annual Adult Education and Literacy Week. -Young Parents Program serves 16-to-21-year-old parents and expectant parents. The program provides individual counseling and support, GED preparation, parenting skills classes, job and career development counseling and support groups.

Scholarships available:

no

Vouchers accepted:

no

Last Updated:

03/02/2010

all programs are free of charge.

WORK Inc.

Location

Work Inc

25 Beach St

Dorchester, MA

United States

42° 18' 10.2456" N, 71° 3' 17.0064" W

Phone:

617-691-1500

Email:

info@workinc.org

Website:

http://www.workinc.org/

Mission:

All individuals have the ability to grow, the right to make choices and to participate in community life. It is the mission of WORK Inc. to join with others in creating the conditions under which all persons with disabilties will experience:

Presence and participation in community life
Opportunities to develop and exercise competence
Encouragement to make choices in the pursuit of personal growth
Opportunities to develop good relationships with family, friends, neighbors and peers
Respect and dignity through the promotion of human and civil rights
Protection from abuse and neglect
Assurances that services are flexible and person-centered and delivered by trained personnel
Respect for their unique ethnic and cultural backgrounds
The chance to take risks and have experiences that promote growth and development
Opportunities for self-advocacy that empower individuals and their families to articulate their needs and desires.

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Harbor Health Services, Inc

Location

Neponset Health Center

398 Neponset Avenue

Dorchester, MA, 02122

United States

42° 17' 10.9968" N, 71° 2' 38.1408" W

Phone:

(617) 282-3200

Mission:

Harbor Health Services, Inc. is a nonprofit, public health agency committed to providing quality, comprehensive health care in Metropolitan Boston urban neighborhoods, the South Shore and Cape Cod communities. We provide a wide network of healthcare services to meet the needs of our patients. Harbor Health owns and operates three community health centers including: Geiger Gibson Community Health Center; Neponset Health Center; and Mid Upper Cape Community Health Center. In addition, Harbor Health administers the Elder Service Plan, a program providing care to frail elders in their place of residence, the Women Infant Children Nutrition Program, the Ellen Jones Community Dental Center and the Columbia Point Infant & Toddler Day Care Program.

Key Partners:

Geiger Gibson Community Health Center
Neponset Health Center
Harbor Family Health Center

Boston Centers for Youth & Families

Location

BCYF

United States

Mailing Address (if different than physical location):

1483 Tremont St Boston, MA 02120

Phone:

617-635-4920

Website:

www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Monday - Saturday, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Community Centers are open during the summer and during school vacations. Many provide special school vacation activities and camps. Call your neighborhood community center for a complete schedule.

Cleveland: 11 Charles St., Dorchester, MA 02122; 617-635-5141,
Grove Hall: 51 Geneva Ave., Dorchester, MA 02121; 617-635-2643,
Holland Community Center*: 85 Olney St., Dorchester, MA 02121; 617-635-5144
Leahy-Holloran*^: 1 Worrell St., Dorchester, MA 02122; 617-635-5150
Perkins Community Center*: 155 Talbot Ave., Dorchester, MA 02124; 617-635-5146; Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

*Denotes location with pool
^Formerly the Murphy Community Center

You can see the all-BCYF calendar here for some special citywide events.

Mission:

The Mission of Boston Centers for Youth & Families is to enhance the quality of life for Boston's residents by supporting children, youth and families through a wide range of programs and services. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for Boston residents by partnering with Community Center councils, agencies and businesses to support children, youth, individuals and families through a wide range of comprehensive programs.

The Perkins Community Center Adult Learning Program's goal is to provide student-centered adult education classes which help learners meet their education and life goals.

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Daphne Griffin, Executive Director - Office: 617-635-4920 x 3446

Key Partners:

The Dorchester Adult Literacy Coalition (DALC)

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

Residents join the Community Center through membership. Many activities are free.

Many community centers rent their facilities out for meetings and events. Contact your neighborhood community center to get more information about fees and availability.

Go to www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf/volunteer.asp to find out more about volunteer opportunities at Boston Centers for Youth & Families or call the BCYF Administrative Offices at 617-635-4920.

If you would like Boston Centers for Youth & Families to attend your community event, contact Sandy Holden at 617-635-4920 x2213 or sandy.holden@cityofboston.gov.

Charge for services:

No

Key Programs Offered:

Education, recreation, childcare, community meetings, and more. BCYF Program Guides can be found at http://www.cityofboston.gov/bcyf/. You can also view information about each center at the guide entries linked above.

GIRLS Initiative (Growth, Intervention, Respect, Leadership & Support for Girls): The GIRLS Initiative features the Girls' Leadership Corps made up of peer leaders representing all of Boston's neighborhoods. These peer leaders will be leaders both at their local community center and as part of a citywide corps. Each week, they will facilitate workshops at their assigned neighborhood community centers and support programming for girls. During the summer, the GIRLS Initiative sponsors several "Girls' Night Out" events at various community centers around the city. Contact Erika Butler at 617-635-4920 x2314 for more information about the programming available just for girls through the GIRLS Initiative.

Almost all neighborhood community centers provide a free, walk-in breakfast and lunch to youth 18 and under during the summer through the school department. Contact Boston Public Schools at 617-635-9000 for more information about free summer meals. Many community centers also offer a free senior lunch program. Call your local community center for details.

Scholarships available:

No

Vouchers accepted:

No

Transportation provided:

No

Last Updated:

02/23/2011

Dorchester Locations:
Perkins Community Center
155 Talbot Avenue
Dorchester 02124
617-635-5146

Cleveland Community Center (Grover Cleveland School)
11 Charles St.
Dorchester 02122
617-635-5141

Holland Community Center
85 Olney St.
Dorchester 02121
617-635-5144

Marshall Community Center - CLOSED
35 Westville St.
Dorchester 02124
617-635-5149

Leahy-Holloran Community Center
1 Worrell St.
Dorchester 02122
617-635-5150

Boston Public Library, Codman Square Branch

Location

BPL Codman Square Branch

690 Washington St

Dorchester, MA

United States

42° 17' 52.6488" N, 71° 6' 54.4932" W

Phone:

(617) 436-8214

Email:

jknight@bpl.org

Website:

www.bpl.org/branches/codman.htm

Hours of operation (or meeting times & dates):

Mon & Thurs: 12pm-8pm, Tues & Weds: 10am-6pm, Fri & Sat: 9am-5pm

Executive Director/CEO/President/Coordinator/Other:

Janice Knight/ Branch Librarian

Key Partners:

Dorchester-Franklin Field Community Learning Initiative
Partnership with Perkins Community Center, Joseph Lee Elementary, Lee Academy Pilot School, DotWell
LiveWire Learning Community
New initiative between Dorchester-Franklin Field Community Learning Initiative and FableVision Learning. Read more about this exciting new project here.

How to get involved/application guidelines and procedures:

To register for a library card online, click here!

Charge for services:

No

Key Programs Offered:

Homework Assistance Program
Free one-on-one homework help for students in grades K-8 from high-achieving high school mentors. Available at every BPL branch Monday-Thursday from 3:30-5:30PM.
Boston Teachers' Union Tutors
Tutoring for students in all grades from BPS teachers. Days and times vary by location. Codman: Monday and Thursday 4-6PM.
Ongoing programs
Tuesdays: 11am, Preschool Storytime: stories and activities
Thursdays: 4pm, Chess Time: Every Thursday at 4 we will get out the library's new chess boards for kids to play chess with.
Fridays: 10:30am, Preschool Storytime: Daycares and camps are welcome to an hour of stories & preschool-appropriate movies and TV shows from the library's collection. 3pm, Game Day: Ask at the desk for the board games - there will be a variety of board games for you to choose from. All are welcome!

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Scholarships available:

No

Vouchers accepted:

No

Transportation provided:

No

Number of people served each year:

over 1000

Community Meeting Space Available:

Yes

Type of facility in which this program/organization located:

State/City/Municipal Building

Last Updated:

05/21/2010

DISTINCTIVE ASPECTS OF THE COLLECTION
The branch holds a very good reference collection on African-American history. There is a large Children's section of biographies as well as an excellent collection of material in large print format. We have a large urban fiction collection. Local History collection is for in-library use and cannot be borrowed. Additional copies, if found elsewhere in the library, may be available for borrowing. Codman Square has medium sized collections of Spanish and French language materials.

RECURRING PROGRAMMING OFFERED
Preschool Story hours, Toddler Tales, Chess and Movies programs are offered weekly for children.

SPECIAL PROGRAMMING OFFERED
Book readings by local authors and programs that respond to the community interests and hobbies. Summer reading programs are offered for children.

The Codman Square Branch is teamed with the Joseph Lee Elementary School and the Lee Academy Pilot School and the Perkins Community Center as part of Mayor Menino’s Community Learning Initiative, a multi-department collaboration aimed at helping Boston’s youth reach their full potential by coordinating learning and recreation throughout the day.

HISTORY
Opened in 1905 the branch was named for John Codman a local preacher and patriot. Originally housed at 6 Norfolk Street, the branch moved to its present location in 1978. The building was designed by Eco-Texture, Inc.