Boston Living Center is the largest community center serving the HIV/AIDS population in New England. This nonprofit offers meals five days a week, regular counseling services, a computer classroom, career counseling and holistic care. The Boston Living Center has been serving the HIV/AIDS population for over 20 years. They offer a safe place for people to get the support they need to not only cope with their HIV/AIDS, but to learn to thrive with it.
The Boston Living Center provides a number of services to improve their clients' quality of life. Members can attend courses on nutrition and mind/body spirit and join the book club, walking club, or one of the many support groups. Try your hand at art at the beading class or the drawing and paint class offered in the art studio.
One of the many support systems offered at the Boston Living Center is the Bridges for Life daily morning peer support group. No sign-up is necessary and members are encouraged to come as often as they would like. The group focuses on a different subject area every day that affects the lives of HIV-positive people.
To become a member, call the office to set up an appointment. You will need to have a photo ID, income verification (even if it's $0) and proof of HIV status.
"Building Healthier Lives in the HIV/AIDS Community"
Boston Living Center Mission Statement:
"The Boston Living Center (BLC) is a non-profit community and resource center whose mission is to foster the wellness of all HIV positive people and respond to the changing needs of the HIV/AIDS community. Through peer leadership and support, we strive to enhance and enrich the lives of our members by providing education, treatment information, and support services with the goal of empowering members to live productive lives and participate within their families and communities."
Integrated Counseling Centers was started in 1994 by Elizabeth and Timothy Ryan and offers mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Its interdisciplinary team approach maximizes available resources for each client's treatment. The clinic offers counseling for individuals, couples and families as well as stress management. It also offers counseling for elders and consultation with families of elders, and has employee assistance programs.
Integrated Counseling is conveniently located on Industrial Park Road, with easy access to the highway and plenty of free parking.
