Wayside Youth & Family Support Network

12/16/2025

We had a wonderful time marking our second anniversary as a group dedicated to our international employees 🌎. From sharing delicious dishes to learning about each other’s home countries, communities, and stories, it was a celebration of culture, connection, and community.

These gatherings give our team a space to share experiences, support one another, and build lasting connections, reminding us how powerful community can be, even in times of uncertainty. 💛

12/15/2025

🧡 Wayside Holiday Gift Drive – Henry Street Young Adult Program

This holiday season, you can help brighten the holidays for 10 young adults in the Henry Street Young Adult Program! 🎁
This program supports youth facing mental health challenges with group and independent living, education, counseling, employment, and housing.
Choose a gift from their 2025 Henry Street Wish List, each item is delivered directly and wrapped with care. Every donation makes a difference!

12/11/2025

Families in MetroWest are feeling the love thanks to our amazing community! 💛
Cradles to Crayons shared hundreds of warm winter coats
Atlantis Dental provided Thanksgiving meals
St. Andrew’s Church gave gift cards for Thanksgiving
…and countless others are collecting holiday gifts for local children!
You can help, too! Donate non-perishable food, grocery gift cards, or make a financial contribution to ensure every family has a warm meal and hope this season.

📍 Drop off: 88 Lincoln St., Framingham
🎁 Gift cards or donations welcome
🔁 Share to spread the word
Support Wayside’s Emergency Food Relief Efforts here: https://ow.ly/7goT50XE7MP

12/09/2025

Our Framingham Family Resource Center received another touching donation from the Millis Council on Aging’s sewing group , a collection of hand-made teddy bears, each dressed in a cozy sweater.

These lovingly crafted bears bring warmth, comfort, and joy to the children and families we serve. We are deeply grateful to the Millis Council on Aging for their generosity and the care they put into every stitch. ❤️

12/02/2025

❄️ No family should have to choose between paying a bill and buying food.
As food insecurity continues to rise across Massachusetts, many parents and young adults are struggling to afford even the basics, especially as winter approaches.

This Giving Tuesday, Wayside is stepping up to provide direct food support to youth and families who need it most. Through grocery gift cards, we’re offering immediate relief in a way that preserves dignity and allows families to choose the foods that best meet their needs. Give Now to Support Food Relief https://ow.ly/ff9x50XAGtM.

11/14/2025

Nearly 1,000 pieces of clothing found new homes through the Prescott Young Adult Program’s clothing swap!
Young adults helped organize the event, discover new outfits, and build confidence and connections. Some were inspired to start their own donation closet in other programs! 💛

11/13/2025

This season, the Framingham Resource Center and Framingham Community Connections Coalition are coming together to support families in our community who are struggling to put food on the table. Every donation helps a family share a warm meal and feel cared for during the holidays.

You can make a difference by donating:
• Non-perishable food items
• Grocery store gift cards
• Financial contributions https://ow.ly/5M6J50Xl3ae

Drop off donations at 88 Lincoln St., Framingham, and help bring comfort, hope, and joy to local families this holiday season.

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11/12/2025

The Parent/Peer Partnership Program hosted a successful Young Adult Career Fair at the Worcester Public Library! It was inspiring to see so many young adults exploring diverse career paths, from veterinary technology and teaching to electrical work, plumbing, graphic design, nursing, and more.

Led by our dedicated peer specialists, the fair created a welcoming and supportive space for young adults to network, build connections, and learn about exciting opportunities for their futures.

11/11/2025

Our Waltham Community Services team enjoyed a fall day at Nara Park in Acton, complete with icebreakers, a nature scavenger hunt, and outdoor team-building activities. It was the perfect mix of connection, collaboration, and fresh air.

11/10/2025

Wayside joined the Clothesline Project on October 11 in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 🌈 Nearly 50 children and youth created T-shirts, decorated rocks, and colored pages while learning about healthy relationships and supporting survivors. 💜

11/07/2025

Our TEMPO Young Adult Resource Center team proudly represented Wayside at Framingham Fest during the city’s 325th anniversary celebration! 🎉 We shared resources, connected with the community, and promoted mental health support for young adults.

11/06/2025

Support Families Facing Food Insecurity
Due to the government shutdown, SNAP benefits for over one million Massachusetts residents have been suspended. This sudden loss of assistance means families may skip meals and local food costs are rising.

Wayside is stepping in to help by collecting donations to provide grocery gift cards for those most affected. Your support can make an immediate difference for neighbors in need.

Donate today

Wayside Youth & Family Support's Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion. Committed to an inclusive, diverse, vibrant workforce. Make a donation.