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OCES Announces Expansion to Serve More.

The organization now serves 34 communities across Plymouth County and the South Shore.

BRAINTREE, BROCKTON, COHASSET, HINGHAM, HOLBROOK, HULL, MILTON, NORWELL, PLYMOUTH, QUINCY, RANDOLPH, SCITUATE AND WEYMOUTH, MA… 

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, has expanded its territory to serve 11 additional towns in the South Shore.

The Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE) designated OCES as the Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) for Greater Plymouth County and the South Shore. OCES now provides diverse services, including Home Care, Protective Services, and Nutrition Services such as Meals on Wheels to Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate, and Weymouth.  

The award-winning nonprofit is proud to serve all 34 communities across Plymouth County and the South Shore. 

“We are excited to welcome these new communities to OCES and to build on the important work already taking place. This expansion allows us to reach more older adults and individuals. We are committed to providing comprehensive services and resources that enable Greater Plymouth County and South Shore residents to thrive in their own homes and in the community,” said Nicole Long, OCES’ CEO.

Many of the communities in OCES’ expanded service area border Plymouth County cities and towns where OCES has been making a positive impact on the lives of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and their families for more than 52 years.

Founded in 1974, OCES continues to grow and evolve in response to the needs of the communities it serves. With locations in Brockton and Plymouth, OCES has a team of over 381 employees. OCES is governed by a Board of Directors, whose members represent the communities we serve including new directors who have been appointed from the new expanded area. The organization’s leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; and Yolanda America, Chief Financial Officer.

As OCES expands its reach, the organization is looking forward to building new relationships throughout the expanded services area.  OCES invites community organizations, municipalities, providers, businesses, and other local partners to connect with us. Together, we can strengthen the network of support available to older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers and families across the South Shore. 

Having expanded its service area, OCES is looking to hire positive and motivated individuals to become part of its talented team. OCES is a culturally diverse and inclusive organization, fostering a culture of open communication and transparency.

For more information about OCES’ programs, services, and careers, visit ocesma.org

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Best Places to Work by Cape & PlymouthMarketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 22 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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Between Rounds Supports Connecticut Foodshare during Hunger Action Month

On September 15th, Between Rounds presented the proceeds raised from their breakfast sandwich and garlic bagel chip campaigns to Connecticut Foodshare to help fight hunger in the community. Left to right: Between Rounds co-founder Jerry Puiia, Al Marino of CT Foodshare, production manager Chris Puiia, and co-founder Joe Puiia.

MANCHESTER, EAST WINDSOR, SOUTH WINDSOR, TOLLAND, AND VERNON, CT… 

Between Rounds, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with five locations in Connecticut, is helping to fight food insecurity in the community. 

In Connecticut, the food-insecure population has increased by 40 percent since 2020. 

In response, Between Rounds donated proceeds totaling $1,444 from two special campaigns, to Connecticut Foodshare in September, which is Hunger Action Month.

Between Rounds’ popular breakfast sandwich is known as “The B.E.C.C.A.” (bacon, egg, cheese, Hellmann’s Ancho Chipotle sauce, and avocado on a bagel or croissant) and 50 cents from every BECCA sandwich sold, along with 50 cents from every package of Between Rounds’ Garlic Bagel Chips sold, was donated to Connecticut Foodshare to help provide food for individuals and families facing food insecurity.

Earlier this year, Between Rounds donated proceeds totaling $1,600 from their initial breakfast sandwich and bagel campaign to Connecticut Foodshare.  

“We are dedicated to supporting our neighbors in need and raising awareness about food insecurity,” explained Jerry Puiia. “We would like to thank all of our incredible customers who supported our campaigns for Connecticut Foodshare to help fight hunger in our community.”

About Connecticut Foodshare

Founded in 1982, Connecticut Foodshare is the food bank serving the people of Connecticut and a member of the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks. Visit their website to learn more, www.ctfoodshare.org. 

Hunger Action Month

Throughout Hunger Action Month in September, anyone who would like to help fight hunger in the community can get involved in a number of ways — by increasing awareness about food insecurity, by volunteering or by donating. To learn more about Hunger Action Month, Feeding America’s September campaign, visit HungerActionMonth.org.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

The family-owned Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café has been in business for over three decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, Staten Island, NY natives. Between Rounds has five corporate and franchised bakery café and bagel shop locations in Connecticut and is a wholesale bagel supplier to more than 100 grocery retailers in the state and beyond. 

The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets Between Rounds apart from other cafés. Made from the same family recipe for over 35 years, Between Rounds signature bagels are consistent and meets their wholesale partners’ high-quality standards. Between Rounds has wholesale bagel partnerships with independent, family-owned and multi-location grocery retailers, innovative dairy delivery services, hospitality groups, and others in Connecticut and Massachusetts. All the bagels are locally-produced at Between Rounds state-of-the-art South Windsor, CT headquarters and are delivered fully baked and packaged to their wholesale partners.

For more information about Between Rounds’ unique franchise and wholesale offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit betweenroundsbagels.com

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Seminar at Cohasset Senior Center set for Thursday, October 15 at 1 pm.

Your Next Chapter. Presentation explores your next step – from Volunteering to Passion Project to a More Meaningful Job.

Many of seniors have worked so hard and made many sacrifices. Are there new thoughts about volunteering, hobbies, health, and personal goals? Segueing to volunteering, a passion project, or a more rewarding job?

A seminar titled “Your Next Chapter” will be held at the Cohasset Senior Center, Willcutt Commons, 91 Sohier Street, Cohasset, MA 02025 and is set for Thursday, October 15 at 1 pm. For additional information, call the Senior Center at  (781) 383-9112.

Mike Dwyer presents this unique program geared towards older adults considering their next chapter. Mike will provide a fresh look at the landscape of volunteerism, growth networking, and professional opportunities. Whether you are considering a return to work or the benefits of volunteering, Mike shares a helpful management perspective on how to harvest your past and explore the future to map out a meaningful path forward and shape your desired outcome.

After a long career in the private and public sectors, consulting stints with Ernst & Young and Deloitte Consulting and a Master’s Degree in Management from Salve Regina University, Michael Dwyer and a select group of advisors developed Emplana, the career pathway.

Emplana Career, based at Cambridge Innovation Center, primarily helps seniors discover their next chapter and white-collar professionals, especially in tech, financial services and accounting, law, risk, and professional services. Emplana Career consultants have had high powered careers that involve leading advanced technology and business projects, which keeps the consulting advice current and relevant.

For more information about the presentation, contact the Senior Center at  (781) 383-9112.

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New Autism Learning Center Now Open in Grand Rapids, MI

No Waitlist for Daytime Hours and Flexible Hours for West Michigan Families

GRAND RAPIDS, MI… Total Spectrum, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Grand Rapids Learning Center at 1550 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505.

Total Spectrum is Michigan’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and young adults ages 2-21 years. The new Grand Rapids Learning Center provides Early Intervention, center-based ABA therapy, Launchpad Learning – a school readiness program, Social Skills Programming, and parent education. The Grand Rapids team also offers ABA therapy in the home and community settings. 

“We are excited to open our doors in Grand Rapids to meet the demand for ABA autism services in Kent County, and we look forward to helping find success for every individual in our care,” said Melissa Furman, MA, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director.

Key Features of the Grand Rapids Learning Center:

  • ABA therapy, which includes an enriching environment, unique play-based learning spaces (including a life skills room and an outdoor play area), and one-on-one support.
  • Center-based services in the city of Grand Rapids. 
  • Social Skills Programs to teach children communication skills, and social skills groups for young adults.
  • No waitlist for clients before 4 pm and after-school and weekend services to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children and young adults 2-21 years old with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located and easily accessible via I-196 and Route 131 for families in the region.

The Grand Rapids location is enrolling new clients in Kent County and beyond, with no waitlist for clients before 4 pm and flexible treatment hours.

About Total Spectrum

Total Spectrum is part of the LEARN Behavioral network, one of the nation’s leading providers of contemporary ABA therapy. Total Spectrum has been delivering evidence-based services for more than 10 years, helping children and young adults with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

For more information or to enroll a child at the new Grand Rapids Learning Center, call (844) 263-1613 or visit https://totalspectrumcare.com/locations/grand-rapids

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com

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Putting the Spotlight on Local Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month –

OCES Encourages Caregiver Nominations through October 12th

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… National Family Caregivers Month, celebrated every November, recognizes the dedication and compassion of family caregivers in our communities.

According to the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP’s Caregiving in the US 2025 report, one in four adults, 63 million Americans, are family caregivers. A significant number of family caregivers care for adults with complex medical conditions or disabilities, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Plymouth County, the South Shore and surrounding areas, will spotlight dedicated caregivers who make a positive impact in others’ lives.

Nominate a Caregiver 

OCES is honoring family caregivers who make a difference in the lives of others by inviting individuals and companies to nominate a caregiver (family member, friend, associate, or other individual) who has gone above and beyond to care for someone in the community. 

From now through October 12, 2026, OCES is accepting nominations of local caregivers within the 34 communities in OCES’ service area to be highlighted during National Family Caregivers Month in November. OCES will honor their commitment to caregiving by spotlighting each nominated caregiver and sharing their story in a special Caregiver Edition newsletter and across OCES’ social media channels.

To nominate a caregiver, please visit:  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/9tCYxwP/caregiver

Nominated caregivers will be notified by OCES. To view a map of OCES’ service area, visit ocesma.org/about-old-colony-elder-services.

Visit ocesma.org or call 508-584-1561 to learn more.

Providing Support & Resources for Caregivers
OCES’ Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) provides caregiver support and resources to individuals in OCES’ service area. For more information about caregiver support visit ocesma.org/programs-services/caregiver-support or call 508-584-1561.

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Marketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 22 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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Your Next Chapter. Presentation explores your next step – from Volunteering to Passion Project to a More Meaningful Job.

Seminar at Center for Active Living, Plymouth,  set for Wednesday, October 7,  1:30

Many of seniors have worked so hard and made many sacrifices. Are there new thoughts about volunteering, hobbies, health, and personal goals? Segueing to volunteering, a passion project, or a more rewarding job?

A seminar titled “Your Next Chapter” will be held at the Center for Active Living, 44 Nook Road, Plymouth, MA 02360, on Wednesday, October 7, 1:30. For additional information, call 508-830-4230.

Mike Dwyer presents this unique program geared towards older adults considering their next chapter. Mike will provide a fresh look at the landscape of volunteerism, growth networking, and professional opportunities. Whether you are considering a return to work or the benefits of volunteering, Mike shares a helpful management perspective on how to harvest your past and explore the future to map out a meaningful path forward and shape your desired outcome.

After a long career in the private and public sectors, consulting stints with Ernst & Young and Deloitte Consulting and a Master’s Degree in Management from Salve Regina University, Michael Dwyer and a select group of advisors developed Emplana, the career pathway.

Emplana Career, based at Cambridge Innovation Center, primarily helps seniors discover their next chapter and white-collar professionals, especially in tech, financial services and accounting, law, risk, and professional services. Emplana Career consultants have had high powered careers that involve leading advanced technology and business projects, which keeps the consulting advice current and relevant.

For more information about the presentation, contact the Center for Active Living, 508-830-4230

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How PR worked for Wavelength Coffee Roasters

Overview

PR Works developed and executed a campaign strategy that took Wavelength Coffee Roasters, a first-year sustainable coffee roaster in Shirley, MA, from a single Boston Globe feature to sustained coverage across Boston broadcast, regional dailies, the national coffee trade press, and more than a dozen podcasts — in roughly three months.

Background

Jim and Deanna Varney, of Bolton, MA, founded Wavelength Coffee Roasters in late 2025. Jim spent more than two decades in industrial design and engineering, rising to partner at a product development firm serving the biotech, life sciences, and consumer goods markets before selling the company in 2024. Rather than retire, he and Deanna — a former educator with a background in library science — set out to rethink how coffee is sourced, roasted, and packaged.

Wavelength Coffee Roasters was the result.

Jim and Deanna built Wavelength on a three-pronged sustainability model.

  • Coffee beans sourced directly from growers experimenting with agroforestry and mycorrhizal soil systems.
  • All beans roasted on an  electric, solar-powered air roaster, likely the only one operating in New England
  • Coffee beans packages in fully recyclable steel cans rather than foil bags that end up in landfills.

The end result? A coffee that comes out is clean and ultra-smooth, with no bitter aftertaste.

In March 2026, the Boston Globe profiled the couple and their roastery. Website traffic climbed. Sales followed.

The Game Plan

Landing a Boston Globe feature in your first year is like a new actor taking a part in a small, low-budget film that goes on to win an Academy Award. The prize is real. Nobody takes it back. But the distance between a celebrated debut and an actual career is depth — a second role, a third, a body of work that tells people you belong here.

The Goal

Build that depth. Wavelength needed to reach consumers, wholesale buyers, and the coffee trade repeatedly — and to do it through outlets where nobody knew the company’s name. There was a practical problem to solve first. More than six months into business, Wavelength had never formally announced itself. No launch release, no press kit, no media list, no follow-up engine.

How PR Works worked

Working from the company’s own story, we developed the following materials and programs:

  • A launch release announcing the business, establishing the three-pronged sustainability story as the frame for every pitch that followed
  • A full press kit — founder bios, fast facts, 10 pre-built feature angles, and sample interview questions sorted by topic
  • A second release announcing the Revival Cafe and Kitchen vendor agreement, written as both a partnership announcement and an open call to other cafés and retailers
  • A three-message podcast drip campaign through PodPitch to secure appearance on local, regional and national podcasts.
  • Segmented media lists covering regional dailies, Boston broadcast newsrooms, and the coffee trade press
  • Personal follow-up by phone and email with editors and producers

Coverage

The campaign generated coverage across broadcast, print, digital, trade, and podcast:

  • Broadcast —
    • CBS Boston (WBZ, Ch. 4) produced a segment on Wavelength’s renewable-energy roasting. https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/video/massachusetts-company-uses-renewable-energy-to-roast-coffee/
    • WCVB (Ch. 5), Made in Massachusetts segment with Doug Meehan.
  • Regional press —
    • A hometown feature in the Sentinel & Enterprise
    • Metrowest Daily News feature, which brought a Gannett-syndicated reporter and videographer/photographer brought to the roastery. Story, with video and a photo gallery, appeared in WickedLocal across Massachusetts. Roastery photography was distributed nationally through Reuters Connect for the USA Today Network.
    • Worcester Business Journal
  • Trade press — Daily Coffee News, Perfect Daily Grind, and Tea & Coffee Trade Journal — the three titles specialty buyers actually read.
  • Podcast and radio — 13 bookings, including Radio Entrepreneurs, Winning Business Radio, Explain Boston to Me, Brewsing Banter, and Off The Menu.
  • Release distribution — More than 90 published links across 55-plus sites.

Conclusion

In roughly three months, Wavelength went from a company with no press materials to one with a press kit, an active media list, coverage in every coffee trade title that matters, and two Boston television segments. Website traffic rose and online sales rose dramatically following coverage.

“PR Works — it works! We recently began working with Steve & Joe and have seen a big uptick in business, particularly after getting Wavelength a placement on WCVB Ch. 5’s “Made In Massachusetts” segment! They have been great about promoting our business and getting us in front of our target audience. They have a lot of contacts in the industry which has been really helpful. The press kits and outreach documents they have prepared for us have been well-written and reflect our company’s business and mission in a clear and professional manner. Highly recommend, these guys know what they are doing!”

— Deanna Varney, Co-Founder, Wavelength Coffee Roasters

The Globe feature was the award. Everything since is the body of work.

Final Conclusion

PR, when done properly, Works!

Ready to build on your best story?  Drop a line or give us a call at 781-582-1061.

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New Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Beloit, WI with Ribbon Cutting Celebration.

Left to right:  Jonah Thatcher; Erin Seiler, Associate Regional Director; Caitlin Alverson; Samantha Pipkorn; Mandi Shallenberger; Amanda Carlson; Amy Goike, Center Director; Molly Bean; Leann Harris; JoAnn Donny; and Christine Laurent, Regional Clinical Director.

WEAP welcomes Rock County area families to their new location.

BELOIT, WI… Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP), provider of LEARN Behavioral, officially opened the doors of its new Beloit Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 4, 2026.

Hosted by the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at WEAP’s new location at 905 Henry Ave., Beloit, Wisconsin 53511. 

During the ceremony, Pam Travis of the Office of U.S. Senator Ron Johnson and Kari Swirth, President of the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce, shared greetings and remarks. Daniel Ortiz Hernandez, Beloit City Manager, and Dr. Leah Gordon-Malott, Superintendent of Beloit School District, also shared remarks. Members of the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet WEAP’s leadership team: Amy Goike, BCBA, LBA, Center Director; Christine Laurent, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director; and Erin Seiler, BCBA, LBA, Associate Regional Director.

“WEAP is excited to bring compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to families in the greater Beloit area,” said Amy Goike, Center Director. “We tailor our services to each child and family, providing engaging, evidence-based care in an environment designed to help

children build skills, confidence, and independence. We’re honored to be part of the Beloit community.”

WEAP, celebrating its 30th anniversary, has become a world-renowned leader in the early diagnosis and treatment of autism in children. Their evidence-based approach to care has helped thousands of children with autism throughout Wisconsin. 

“WEAP is a place where children can gain essential skills—and where their journey toward success in school and life begins,” said Christine Laurent, Regional Clinical Director.

WEAP is Wisconsin’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 18 months to 6 years old. The new Beloit Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, Social Skills Programs, parent education, Early Intervention, and weekend services. Outside the center, the Beloit team offers ABA support in the daycare and community settings.

With no waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules, the Beloit Learning Center is now enrolling new clients in Rock County and beyond. The center is conveniently located and easily accessible via US Route 51 and public transportation for families in the region.

Open House in September

Families are invited to a sensory-friendly ice cream social/open house at the Beloit Learning Center on September 18, 2026, from 4 pm to 6 pm. This event will feature free ice cream, an opportunity to meet the team, and engaging, themed activities for the whole family to enjoy in a welcoming, inclusive environment. 

For more information or to enroll a child at the Beloit Learning Center, call (608) 662-9327 or visit https://wiautism.com/locations/beloit

In addition to Beloit, WEAP has center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Altoona, Brookfield, De Pere, Glendale, Green Bay, Greenfield, Janesville, Madison, Madison South, Menomonie, Milwaukee (Menomonee Falls), Mount Pleasant, Oak Creek, Oshkosh, Reedsburg, Sheboygan, Stevens Point, Sun Prairie, and West Bend. 

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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New Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Fall River, MA with Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Front row: Aerin Parish Toscano, Regional Clinical Director; Abigail Godon, Center Director; Massachusetts State Representative Carole Fiola, Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan; Joscelyn Varieur; Gina Mazza. Back row from left to right: Chris Johnson; Maureen Flanagan, Office of Senator Michael J. Rodrigues; Tiago Pereira; Carl Sawejko, Vice Chair of One SouthCoast Chamber Foundation; Lisa Lebreux; Mike O’Sullivan, CEO One SouthCoast Chamber; Ian Trombly, VP of Public Policy, One SouthCoast Chamber; Clifford Athouriste, Director Of Membership and Retention, One SouthCoast Chamber

BCI welcomes South Coast families to their new location.

FALL RIVER, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, officially opened the doors of its new Fall River Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 3, 2026.

Hosted by One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at BCI’s new location at 1151 Robeson St., Suite 101, Fall River, Massachusetts 02720.

During the ceremony, Massachusetts State Representative Carole Fiola and Maureen Flanagan of the Office of Senator Michael J. Rodrigues shared remarks. Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan and Mike O’Sullivan, CEO of One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce, also shared remarks. Members of One SouthCoast Chamber and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet BCI’s leadership team: Abigail Godon, MS, BCBA, Center Director, and Aerin Parish-Toscano, MS, BCBA, LABA, Regional Clinical Director.

“Our Fall River Learning Center was built to help children grow at their own pace and learn alongside others,” said Abigail Godon, Center Director. “BCI is a place where children can build important skills—and begin their path toward success in school and life. We’re honored to be part of the Fall River community and grateful to offer these life-changing services right here.”

BCI is a leading contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based services for children with autism and Down syndrome. The Fall River Learning Center provides Early Intervention, center-based ABA therapy, diagnostic services, and parent education to children with autism ages 2-6. It also offers ABA services for individuals with Down syndrome, up to age 21. Outside the center, the Fall River team offers ABA support in the home and community settings.

“At BCI, our mission has always been simple: to give every child caring, proven support that helps them reach their full potential,” said Aerin Parish-Toscano, Regional Clinical Director. “We look forward to helping find success for every individual in our care.” 

Key Features of the Fall River Learning Center:

-Large facility, which includes an indoor gross motor space for physical and social development, as well as a dedicated family meeting/treatment guidance room for parent participation.

-ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.

-Access to nearby public playground.

-No waitlist and in-home afternoon and weekend services to accommodate busy family schedules. 

-Serving children 2- 6 years old with autism with personalized therapy plans.

-Serving children and young adults with Down syndrome ages 2-21 with personalized therapy plans.

-Conveniently located near I-195 and Route 24.

The center is now enrolling new clients in the South Coast region with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

Open House in September

Families are invited to a sensory-friendly fall carnival/open house at the Fall River Learning Center on September 11, 2026, from 4 to 6 pm. This event will feature sensory-friendly carnival-themed activities for the whole family to enjoy in a welcoming, inclusive environment. 

For more information or to enroll a child at the Fall River Learning Center, call (774) 379-0442 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/fall-river.

About BCI

BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism and Down syndrome find success and reach their unique potential.

In addition to the Fall River Learning Center, BCI has existing center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Littleton, Lowell, Newton, New Bedford, Quincy, Roxbury, Springfield, Sturbridge, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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