What’s New
at Bridges Homeward
Embracing the Journey: My New Chapter as Executive Director
Our Executive Director shares her first impressions and reflections from her first two weeks with our agency.
Marissa Lacelle Earns Licensure as Clinical Social Worker
Marissa supports our foster parents as they provide the best possible care for youth in intensive foster care. Today we recognize her accomplishments.
Kay Perkinson Joins Bridges Homeward Board of Directors
Kay is an executive leader within the Energy space. She looks forward to making a significant impact in the communities we serve. Welcome, Kay!
Bridges Homeward at the Provider’s Council Annual Convention & Expo
Our Deputy Director Noreen Dolan will join leaders from The Home for Little Wanderers, Justice Resource Institute, and Plummer Youth Promise to present a workshop called “Whatever It Takes: Using Cross-Agency Collaboration to Strengthen Permanency Outcomes”.
A Final Message from Bob
After seven years leading our agency, our outgoing Executive Director Bob Gittens wants to share his thanks and appreciation with our Bridges Homeward community. We’ll miss you, Bob!
Painting Pottery with Developmental Disabilities
Thanks to Clay Dreams in Arlington, MA for hosting a Paint Your Own Pottery Party for our Developmental Disabilities Program!
Foster or Adopt with Bridges Homeward This Fall!
Are you ready to offer a safe, nurturing, loving home to a youth in foster care? Then you should apply to join our upcoming Foster and Adoptive Parent training series this fall!
Yoyo Yau Announced as New Bridges Homeward Executive Director
Yoyo has more than 20 years of experience helping youth and families in the Greater Boston area to develop healthy, permanent relationships and build stable, safe, and loving homes. She will commence her new position in October 2023. We are excited to welcome her to our agency!
Andrea and Greg Seay Win the 2023 Vivienne Campbell Foster Parent of the Year Award
Andrea and Greg Seay work hard every day to make sure the teenagers in their care feel loved and at home. We are pleased to recognize their outstanding work!
Two Bridges Homeward Staff Members Earn Master’s Degrees
Congratulations to Izadorah Dorvilier and Amaryah Alves, who both graduated from their Master’s programs in May!
A Busy Winter and Spring with the Developmental Disabilities Program!
Our Developmental Disabilities Program has been hosting events for our staff and families all winter and spring. Events like our Annual Dance bring community and friends together while our various trainings provide invaluable information and guidance to our parents and guardians!
Celebrating Seven Adoptions This Spring!
Of these seven youth, four were adopted by someone in their biological family, and two were adopted by a family they already knew. We’re also proud that five of these children are now reunited with their biological siblings. A central tenant of permanency is for youth to remain connected to their siblings and biological families whenever possible. Congratulations to all these wonderful families!
Thank You for Celebrating With Us At Our 29th Circle of Friends Gala!
Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at our Gala this year! With the generous support of our corporate partners and donors like you, we raised over $200,000 to support the youth and families we serve!
Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care this Pride Month
Did you know that one of the best ways you can support LGBTQ+ youth is by becoming a foster parent? If you’re interested in learning more about how you can make a real difference for LGBTQ+ youth, join us on Zoom on Thursday, June 15 for a virtual informational session about foster care!
We Need LGBTQ+ Foster Parents!
LGBTQ+ youth are overrepresented in foster care. In order to help these youth feel validated, we need warm, accepting foster parents. We are looking for parents who can affirm the identities of LGBTQ+ youth even if they do not identify as LGBTQ+ themselves!
Become a Guest Speaker for our Foster Parent Support Group!
Are you an expert on topics related to parenting, life skills, and foster care? Get involved today!
Noreen Dolan to Attend 2023 ACRC Conference
Our Deputy Director Noreen Dolan is presenting at the Association of Children’s and Residential Community Service’s 67th Annual Conference! Noreen will help lead a workshop exploring how organizations can build pathways to permanency.
You’re Invited to our 29th Circle of Friends Gala!
Join us on Tuesday, May 30th, at 6PM at the Royal Sonesta Boston as we celebrate our programs, enjoy live music, and create brighter futures for youth and families!