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Strength

Wayside believes in a strength-based approach, focusing on affirmative and inspirational strategies that promote sustainable change.

Hope

We believe in the power of hope as a central factor in providing the motivational resources necessary for change.

Resiliency

We firmly believe all people have the inherent ability to rebound, learn and grow from life’s difficult experiences.

Our Services

Wayside offers a wide array of services for children, young adults and families. To learn about what services are available in your community, please see our services listing, which is organized by region. Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at 508.879.9800.

Wayside named top workplace in 2024

This award celebrates companies recognized nationwide for creating a better, people-centered workplace and giving employees a voice. The Top Workplaces USA award is based solely on feedback from an employee engagement survey completed by employees of participating workplaces.

We earned Top Workplace in the following categories:

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“The Boston Globe Names Wayside Youth and Family Support Network a Top Place to Work for 2023.”

Wayside was listed as one of 23 companies excelling at championing DEI.

Wayside’s Commitment to
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As part of the agency’s Strategic Goals, Wayside leadership identified a key driver was to “Support our staff capacity to serve by increasing satisfaction, compensation, diversity and career development, as evidenced by increased recruiting and retention.”

Wayside Training Institute 2024-2025

We are excited to be able to continue to offer this year’s Training Institute via Zoom. Please see below for upcoming speakers and details.

Currently, the fee for the public to attend trainings $75.00 (cash/check/credit at time of online registration). Family and/or caregivers of Wayside clients can attend at no charge if they are registered by a member of Wayside’s staff.

Thu, 06 Feb 09:30 AM
Trainer(s) Joyce McNickles Description: Race is a social construct categorizing people by perceived physical traits or ancestry, underpinning systemic racism. This hierarchy privileges white people and marginalizes people of color. While race is assigned externally, racial identity is the personal meaning attached to it. This training covers racial identity development, showing how different groups form beliefs about race and racism. You'll examine case scenarios at various stages and learn strategies for managing tensions between groups at different identity development stages.
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Thu, 10 Apr 09:30 AM
Trainer(s) Kara Katz- South Shore Sexual Health Description The healthcare system in the United States is flawed and segmented. It can be difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. Join Registered Nurse and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Kara Katz as she provides insight on how to navigate the healthcare system and how to make yourself heard.
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Thu, 05 Jun 09:30 AM
Trainer(s) Gray Baldwin Description The healthcare system in the United States is flawed and segmented. It can be difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. Join Registered Nurse and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Kara Katz as she provides insight on how to navigate the healthcare system and how to make yourself heard.
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Thu, 06 Feb,  09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Trainer(s) Joyce McNickles Description: Race is a social construct categorizing people by perceived physical traits or ancestry, underpinning systemic racism. This hierarchy privileges white people and marginalizes people of color. While race is assigned externally,…
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Thu, 10 Apr,  09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Trainer(s) Kara Katz- South Shore Sexual Health Description The healthcare system in the United States is flawed and segmented. It can be difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. Join Registered Nurse and…
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Thu, 05 Jun,  09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Trainer(s) Gray Baldwin Description The healthcare system in the United States is flawed and segmented. It can be difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. Join Registered Nurse and Licensed Independent Clinical Social…

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