After School Programs Resource Listing For Worcester MA

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After School Programs Resource Listing for Worcester MAUpdated 1/16Program & DescriptionHomework tutoring andother extracurricularafterschool programse.g. fun gym time,leadership programs, artsand crafts.Saturday program includesacademic classes, groupmentoring andextracurricular activities –students in this program areexpected to attend duringthe whole school yearAgency, Location &ContactWho Can ComeAfrican CommunityEducation (ACE)The Fanning Building24 Chatham StreetWorcester, MA 01609Grades 5 – 12For Afterschool –Contact Tina Baygboe –508-799-3653tbaygboe@acechildren.orgStudents who areAfrican refugeesand immigrants,attending WorcesterPublic SchoolsWhen It isOfferedTransportation?3 – 6 pmMondaythroughThursdayOn the bus line;transportationCost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/Aprovided via buspassesSaturdays – callfor moreinformationFor Saturday Program Contact Kim Edwards acechildren.orgAutumn WoodsAfternoon Enrichment andActivities ProgramFocus on homework help,reading enrichment,outdoor play, healthysnackAutumn Woods15 Upland Gardens DriveWorcester, MA 01607Contact Bonnie Gibbs at508-798-0445Ages 5 -12who are residentsof Autumn WoodsMonday – Friday3 – 5 p.m.following WPScalendarN/AFree toResidentsN/AEmail:bgibbs@spearmgmt.com1

Program & DescriptionYes We CareThe purpose of thisprogram is to providementoring and tutoring forchildren to give them anopportunity to participatein a structured learningenvironment to helpfacilitate the completion,learning andunderstanding ofcoursework given to themby the Worcester PublicSchools.Agency, Location &ContactWho Can ComeBelmont A.M.E. Zion55 Illinois StreetWorcester, MA 01610GradesK–6For Afterschool - Contactcall508-754-4539When It isOfferedTransportation?3 – 5 pmMondaythroughThursdayLocation is on thebus lineCost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/ADrop-offs areallowedWebsite:www.yeswecare.usThese activities will takeplace in a safe, structured,and pleasant atmosphere.Continued on Next Page2

Program & DescriptionYouth Programs:homework help,basketball and otherphysical activities, musiclessons, boxing, gameroom, swim lessons, HipHop dance, leadership,yoga, Technology/digitalarts groups, careerpreparationAgency, Location &ContactWho Can ComeBoys & Girls Club ofWorcesterAges 8-18Harrington Clubhouse65 Tainter StreetWorcester, MA 01610When It isOfferedTransportation?Monday –Friday2 – 8:30 pmNoneThe Boysand GirlsClub atPlumleyVillage runsfrom 3:006:00 M-F.Plumley VillageClubhouse16 Laurel StreetWorcester, MA 01608Great Brook ValleyClubhouse (Kids Club)180 Constitution AveWorcester, MA 01605Cost & AreAnnualmembership feeis 25 10/year atPlumley andGBVScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Some membersvolunteer in lieuof membershipfeeContact: Ike McBride at508-754-2862 Ext. 202 orimcbride@bgcworcester.orgJoanne Fowling at508-754-2686 Ext 205 orjfowling@bgcworcester.orgOn FacebookWebsite:www.bgcworcester.orgContinued on Next Page3

Program & DescriptionSafe Homes: Drop-InCenter/Support Group/Peer Leadership for LGBTQYouth.T-Time - Support Group forTransgender, Gender NonConforming Youth.Greater Worcester PFLAGmeetings – Support Groupfor Parents, Families andFriends of the LGBTQCommunity.Carol’s Ice Skating SchoolLake Ave, WorcesterAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?The Bridge of Central MASafe Homes @ The Bridge4 Mann StreetWorcester, MA 01602For anyLGBTQ youthAges 14-236:00pm - 9:00pmThursdaysNoFreeNoneFees vary withage and levelContactLaura ehomesma.orgContactLaura Farnsworthpflagworcester@iname.comCost & AreScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/ATransgender,Gender Variant,First and ThirdGender Queer,Thursday eachGendermonth fromNonconforming, A 5:30pm – 6:30pmGendered YouthAges 14-23Adults Ages 21 Third Wednesdayof each monthfrom 7pm-9pmAll agesCall for more infoWebsite:www.worcesterpflag.orgCarol’s Ice Skating SchoolLake Ave, com4

Program & DescriptionDance, Modeling, Acting,Vocal and BreakdancingAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Cost & AreCentral Mass DanceAcademy65 Water Street,Worcester, MA 01604All agesCall for scheduleNoneCall for moreinfoAll agesCall forscheduleNoneFees vary withage and leveland number ofClassestakenNoneFee per session– Private: 60/hourSemi Private: 45Group: 25-35ScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)NoCall Kelly Shea or KarenShea at 508-754-2700Dance classesDiane Kelley DanceStudio76 Central Street, WestBoylston, MA 01583Call Michele Hutchins at508-835-2678Rein in a DreamTherapeutic HorsemanshipCenter (RIAD) – private,semi-private and grouptherapeutic andrecreational riding lesson;also teaching kindnessprogram with animalassisted activities includingfarm animalsDr. Franklin PerkinsSchool868 Main StreetLancaster, MA 01462Children 4 years of Year round –age and up7 days/week;with emotional, Sessions includebehavioral,8-14 lessonsmental health,9 am – 7 pmContact Cherie Ansin atintellectualdaily978-368-4804 orchallenges andcansin@perkinschool.orgminor physicaldisabilitiesOn Facebookwww.perkinsprogram.orgNocall for details5

Program & DescriptionDynamy Program YouthAcademy: Students fromeach high school grade peryear. One on one time withmentor as well as group workAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedDynamy YouthAcademy27 Sever StreetWorcester, MAHigh SchoolstudentsCall for moreInfoContact - 508-755-2571Transportation?Cost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/ANomination andinterview processWebsite:www.dynamy.orgPeer Leadership Program –Youth between the ages of15 & 21 will be trained andemployed on various healthissues to provide preventioneducation to the communityFocus On Youth Program – foryouth ages 11-16 gearedtowards preventing TeenPregnancy.Edward M. KennedyHealth Center631 Lincoln StreetWorcester, MA 01605Ages 11-16Call forscheduleNoFreeLocated on busrouteContact Diogenito Jorgeat 508-854-3260Also Counseling and Testingfor ages 14-21Continued on Next Page6

Program & Description Agency, Location &ContactPositive Directions!Tutoring ServicesAfter school mentoringservices by Holy Cross andAssumption CollegeStudents. Wrap aroundcase managementservices included by FHCcase manager.Health and Fitness:Teens receive a YMCAmembership and canparticipate in activities atthe YMCA, including butnot limited to fitnessclasses, swimming, rockclimbing, with access tostrength room, gym, pool,and Teen RoomFamily Health Centerof Worcester,26 Queen StreetWorcester Ma, 01610South High School170 Apricot StreetWorcester 01603Contact:Jewel White at508-860-7700 ext 1479 orJewel.WhiteFHCW@umassmed.eduWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?South High SchoolFreshmanreferred in the 8thgrade by Teachersand SchoolAdministrationMonday andWednesdayafter school.1:40-6:00Included fromSouth High to theYMCACost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/A1:40-3:00 atSouth HighSchool withtransportationto the YMCACentralBranch until6:00Contact:Susan Sleigh at508-860.7700 ext 1475 orSusan.SleighFHCW@umassmed.eduContinued on Next Page7

Program & DescriptionAfter School Drop inPrograms - A Structureddesign that includesphysical education, arts &crafts, game room,homework center andbirthday partiesAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Friendly House36 Wall StreetWorcester, MA 01604Ages 5-12Monday- FridayAfter school2:30pm-5:30 pmNoContact Susan Daly at508-755-4362 ext. 125 year oldsmust be inKindergartenMelissa Richford508-755-4362 ext. 19mrichford@friendlyhousema.orgCost & Are 35 RegistrationFeeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply) 65.00 permonthSnacks anddinner includedVacation weeks 10.00 daily9 am – 4:30 pmDanielle Delgado508-755-4362 ext. 20ddelgado@friendlyhousema.orgAfter School Drop InProgramTeen ProgramGirls Inc. of Worcester125 Providence StreetWorcester, MA 01604Contact Kathy Odgren at508-755-6455 ext. 37 orkodgren@girlsincworcester.orgOn FacebookK– 6th GradeMonday – Friday2 – 6 pmGrades 7-9Call for moreinfoWebsite :www.girlsincworcester.orgLocated onbus route 12.00 daily feeFinancialSliding feeassistance mayscalebe availableFinancialCall forassistance mayinformationbe availableFree 25.00RegistrationFeeContinued on Next Page8

Program & DescriptionBe A Girl Scout to buildconfidence, tools andmake a difference!Agency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Girl Scouts of Central and WesternMAAll over Worcester, MAGirls inKindergarten –Grade 12Please call forinfoNoContact:Monica Baldyga at1-800-462-9100 ext 3610 or508-749-3610Or mbaldyga@gscwm.orgOn FacebookWebsite:http://www.gscwm.org/School Age ProgramsIncludes homework help,computers, group games,sports & arts and craftsGuild of St. Agnes129 Granite StAlso locations at 353 Grove Str.01605 And 54 Croydon St. 01606Cost & AreSliding feescale basedon incomeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Some financialsupportavailableMembership is 25.00/yearending 9/30GradesK-6Monday - Friday1:45-5:30 pmNeeds basedFees varyOffsite @-Union Hill School-Quinsigamond Elementary-Tatnuck School-Worcester Arts Magnet School-Woodland St. AcademyContact Nicole St. Gelais at508-756-8371 Ext 5or agnes.org9

Program & DescriptionMartial artsAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeHanmi Tae Kwon Do Center Boys and Girls of all98 West Boylston StreetagesWorcester, MA508-770-1187When It isOfferedTransportation?Cost & AreCall for moreinfoAfter Schoolpickup programFees vary withage and levelCall for (and when /howapply)NoWebsite:www.hanmitaekwondo.comCitywide youth projectfocusing on YouthLeadership, Mental Healthand SubstancePrevention, Access toServicesHOPE CoalitionMeets at different locationsincluding YWCA – SalemSquare & WorcesterYouth CenterYouth andyoung adultsN/AContact: Laurie Ross ents/idce/HOPEcoalition.htmFacebook: Hope CoalitionContinued on Next Page10

Program & DescriptionFitness and culturalprogrammingSummer Camp (formembers and nonmembers)After School ProgramSwim Classes, BasketballAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOffered(Worcester )JewishCommunity Center633 Salisbury StreetWorcester, MA 01609All agesVariesContact Megan Catlin at 508756-7109 Ext: 238Contact: Bob Berman forbasketball Ext. 233Contact: Kelly Samson forswimming Ext. 235Website:www.worcesterjcc.orgK- 6th gradeK- 6th gradeTransportation?Cost & AreOnly from followingVariesschools :Call for detailsChandler MagnetMidland St.Nelson PlaceCall for detailsNorrback,Tatnuck,May St.,2:30pm-5:30pmW.TatnuckMonday-FridayFlagg St. In(with extendedWorcesterday alsoavailable until6:00pm)ScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Call forschedulesPrivate instrumental &voice lessons; Earlychildhood music; Creativedance, recorder, Africandrumming, childrenchorus, classical/chamberor jazz ensembleJoy of Music Program1 Gorham StreetWorcester, MA 01605Birth – HighSchoolContact Rich Ardizzone at508-856-9541Varies – callfor detailsNoneVaried FeesSomescholarshipsavailableAdults alsowelcomeWebsite: www.jomp.orgContinued on Next Page11

Program & DescriptionInnovative Services forLatino Achievers (ISLA):focus on academicsuccess, leadership skillsand well-being; preparesfor transition fromelementary to middleschoolInnovative Education forAdolescent LatinoAfter School Program atGoddard School ofScience & Technology17 Richards StChandler Magnet School525 Chandler StProgram provideshomework assistance,recreation, activities andcurriculumAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Latino Education Institute(LEI)Worcester State University,486 Chandler St.,Worcester, MA01602Latino Youth3rd – 6th gradeVaries byprogram – Callsfor detailsCall for detailsCost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/AElementary,middle school,high school andISLA: Contact Mary Jo Marion summer programsat 508-798-8277Website:http://sharepoint.worcester.3 – 6 gradesedu/internal/lei/default.aspxLatino youthgrades 3-6 whohave been inbilingualeducation before.After School Programs atEnglishGoddard & Chandler Magnet:LanguageJosephine Falero atLearners508-798-6507Ext. 103jfalero@worcester.eduor Hilda Ramirez at 508-7986507 x2Innovative Education forAdolescent Latino:Kathy Orengo at508-798-6507Continued on Next Page12

Program & DescriptionLet’s Get ReadySAT Prep and College ChoiceCurriculumAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Let’s Get Ready89 South StBoston, MA 02111Grades 11 and12Monday andWednesday5:30 pm to8:30 pmNoneContact : Elena Vasquez617-345-0098evasquez@letsgetready.orgThe Teaching, Reaching,Experiencing with Kids (TREK)Program provides adventure-based/experiential learning activitiesfor youth involved with DCF, DMH, DDSand a grant funded program forLeominster Public School middle schoolstudents. Various locations in CentralMass and parts of MetroWest.Throughout the school year, TREK isoffered as a 13-week after-schoolprogram with an average of 80 hoursof group activities. The summerprogram is a 7- 8-week program withan average of 80 hours of groupactivities. The program also provides a5-day school vacation program foryouth with ASD with an average of 30hours of programming.Program activities may include TeamBuilding, Leadership skills, High and LowRopes Course, Snowboarding, CHILLProgram, Sledding, Snowshoeing, RockClimbing, New Games, Hiking,Camping, Geocaching, Leave NoTrace Ethics, Swimming and theNational Youth Project Using Mini-Bikes.LUK, Inc.40 Southbridge St.Phone: 800-579-0000Fax: 508-438-1492E-mail: TREK@LUK.orgMelissa Murphy, MA LMHC,LMFT Director of CFSSYouth referredAfter school,Transportation isby DCF, DMH,Some school generally providedDDS orvacation andwith someLeominsterSummerexceptions.Middle SchoolvacationsStudentsBased on thegenerally ages request of our10-17fundersBrian MathesonAdaptiveTREK program Coordinator programming foryouth with ASDmay be youngerCost & AreFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)None 25 depositis neededandreturned atthe end ofthe programif studentmeets thecriteriaFunding isThere are amadefewavailable by scholarships forDCF, DDS,youth livingDMH, DESE,with ASD forsome IEP andthe Schoolsome otherbreakoccasionalprograms.partiesContact fordetails.13

Program & DescriptionHomework, Tutoring, SAT/ACT,Coding & Programing, AfricanLanguage & Cultural Training,Online High School & CollegePrep ClassesFormat: Blended Face to FaceOnlineAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?One AccordMultiple LocationsGradesMonThursday,4:00-6:00 pmNoneRegistrationandMonthly FeeNo (on bus routelocated close tohub)Free, noreferral orinsurancerequired. Noeligibility1-12(Webster Square Plaza)area 67 Stafford St,Worcester, MA 01603DirectorCell: 774-232-0055,Office: 508-459-24045 Blackstone River Rd,Worcester, MA 01607Email:theoneaccord@yahoo.comYouth MOVEMassachusetts is a peer-topeer youth program for teensand young adults wbehavioral, emotional ormental health needsPPAL & Youth MOVE40 Southbridge St Suite 310Worcester MA 01608Teens who areliving withbehavioral ormental healthContact Lydia Proulx Ext : 210needs508-767-9725Or: LProulx@ppal.netTeens & YoungHOPE – Helping Others PromoteAdultsEquity: Youth Group for agesOn13-19. Tuesdays 5-6:30pmFacebook.com/YouthMOVEMassachusettsYAYA Young Adults & YouthAdvocacy:WebsiteYoung Adult group for supportwww.ppal.netand advocacy projects. 1stand 3rd Thursdays 5-6:30pmCost & AreFriday &Saturday(4:00-6:00pm) forCoding &ScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Yes (To 2 orthree studentsfrom SameFamily)SAT/ACTClosed onnon-schooldaysCall for moreinfo14

Program & DescriptionHomework ClubMentoring ProgramFree Computer Lab –open to the publicGet Real Teen Council(GRTC). The GRTCempowers teens toeducate their peers,families, and communitiesabout human sexualityand health decisionmaking and inspires teensto use their voice toadvocate for just andpositive sexual attitudesand policies.Rainbow School AgeProgramEnriched, stimulatingcurriculum with heavyemphasis on homework,academic assistance,STEM, Fine Arts andPhysical ExerciseAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Pernet Family Health Service237 Millbury StreetWorcester, MA 01610Ages 6-12Monday–ThursdayNoFreeStudents areprovided with aCharlie Cardto get to and frommeetings.NO COSTS.Students arefed dinner onTuesday nightfrom localrestaurantswithoccasionaltreats.No need forscholarship itis all freeCall for moreinformationCall for moreinformation;Sliding feescale basedon incomeSome Statefunded slotsavailableContact Will Pickens at508-755-1228Website :www.pernetfamilyhealth.org/index.phpPlanned Parenthood Leagueof Massachusetts@ 470 Pleasant St.Contact Jesse Leidel @508-789-0527 orjleidel@pplm.orgRainbow Child DevelopmentCenter10 Edward Street, Worcester,MA 01605New kids –Waiting list,Cost & AreScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)3:30pm-5:00pmCall forschedule10th-12th grade The programstudents who runs during theapply fromschool yearearly MarchfromJuly. Let JesseSeptemberknow if you areJune with ainterested!summerretreat.Program runsTuesday nightsfrom 6-8:30pm.Ages 5-13DCF ReferralsTimes vary bysite – call formore detailsContact Ellee Newton at508-791-684915

Program & DescriptionRainbow ChildcareProgram - ContinuedAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Rainbow Child DevelopmentCenter10 Edward Street, Worcester,MA 01605Ages 5 – 13In familiesthat areincomeeligible oreligible forchildcarevoucherBelmont:Monday – Friday2:30 – 5:30 pmYes, FreeCall for moreinformation;Sliding fee scalebased onincomeNo (on bus route)FreeN/ANofreeN/ACity View80 Prospect StreetWorcester, MA 01605Belmont School170 Belmont Street,Worcester, MA 01605Youth Effect Program Helping Southeast Asiansin Central Mass.successfully integrate intothe mainstream societywhile maintaining theirunique cultural identity.Mentoring ProgramA drop-out preventionstrategy that pairsstudents with academic orbehavioral problems witha college mentor whomeets with them weeklyfor homework help,cultural and recreationalactivitiesSoutheast Asian Coalitionof Central MADenholm Building484 Main St-Suite 400Worcester, MA 01608MondayFriday3 – 6 pmCity View:Monday – Friday4 – 5:30 pmEdwards Streetlocation (hostingSeven Hills andAbby Kelley)Monday – Friday3 – 5:30 pmGirls & BoysCost & AreScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Contact 508-791-4373Website : www.seacma.orgSt. Peters Church929 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01610Contact Sister MaryannAzanza at 508-793-1954 or508-752-4674Ages 6-15Wednesdays&Thursdays2:30 – 4:45 pm16

Program & DescriptionYouth BasketballAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?St. Peters Church929 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01610Ages 5-16Runs yearly(October-April)Saturday andSunday8:00am-5:00pmNoAveragecost is 50YouthCall forinformationOn the Bus lineFreeN/AMembership isnot required -Call for moreinformationLocated on busrouteCall formoreinformationCall for moreinformationContact Joe Sacco at508-752-4674Afterschool Youth MediaLiteracy & TV ProductionWorkshops - Learn videomaking and editing skillsas well as TV JournalismTrainingInternships: Media, TV,and TV JournalismWCCA TV415 Main St Worcester, MA01608Cost & AreScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Contact Tracy Foley at508-755-1880 Ext. 10On Facebook atWCCA TVWebsite :www.wccatv.comSchool Vacation Week ArtProgramsWorcester Art Museum55 Salisbury St.Worcester, MA 01609Call Transactions at 508-7934334Ages 3-17Website :www.worcesterart.org17

Program & DescriptionSchool Age Program –Includes arts/crafts,athletics, music, drama,science and otheractivities; tutoring is alsoprovided.Agency, Location& ContactWho CanComeWhen It ation & Care(WCEC)117 Constitution Ave,Worcester, MA 01605Ages 5 – 14Mon – Fri 1:45– 5:30 p.m.during schoolyear;Yes 20.45Sliding scale byincome; EEFincome eligible,DCF slots, DTAvouchersTransportation isprovided forchildren living inCurtis Apt. to theHomeworkLearning CenterFreeN/ANoAlways FreeN/A7:30 am –5:30 pmduring SchoolvacationsSheila Diggins508-852-3792 Ext. 101Worcester HousingAuthorityHomework Learning CenterHomework & tutoringSchool Age ProgramInclude arts/crafts, storytimes, shows, movies,science and other activitiesthroughout the month.Worcester HousingAuthority45 Freedom Way,Worcester, MA 01605Contact ResidentServices at508-635-3306Worcester PublicLibrary3 Salem SquareWorcester, MA 01608508-799-1671Grades 1 – 8Students mustreside at GreatBrook ValleyStudents shouldcome preparedwith homework orbook.Ages 12and under7:30am –5:30pmSnow days2 – 5:00 pmMondaythroughThursdayWeeklyPrograms.See our EventsCalendar.Cost & AreScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Website:www.worcpublib.orgOn Facebookwww.facebook.com/worcester public library18

Program & DescriptionYouth Programs: Pool,chess, YouthReach Artsprogram, youth leadership,urban communityplanning, indoorrecreational activities,homework and tutoringassistance/academicsupport, work readiness,HiSet preparation.High School EquivalencyHiSet Study ProgramIndividualized study planleading to HiSetcertification. Flexibleschedule. For individualswho have not completedhigh school. Test paid forby program and incentivesfor successful completion.Agency, Location& ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Worcester YouthCenter326 Chandler StreetWorcester, MA 01602Ages 14-24Drop In: Daily2 – 7 pmYes(on bus route #6)Some activityis seasonalplease call forscheduleOnly at night2:00 to 7:00 pm10:30-1:30Monday - Friday(on bus route #6)Contact Irma Gonzalesat rcester YouthCenter326 Chandler StreetWorcester, MA 01602ContactSonya Campbellat 508-791-4702Ages 17 - 24Cost & AreFreeFreeScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)N/AN/ADrop in or .orgContinued on Next Page19

Program & DescriptionSchool’s Out Program –licensed afterschool childcare providing physicalactivity and promotingindependence, selfesteem and responsibilityAgency, Location &ContactYMCA ofGreater Worcester766 Main StreetWorcester, MA 01610Contact Nadine Andersonat 508-755-6101 ext 225Who CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Kindergarten – Monday-Friday Free transportation14 yearsfrom schoolprovideddismissal to6 pm;Families maychoose 2, 3 or 5days/week.Cost & AreAccept childcare vouchersand havesome financialassistanceScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)have somefinancialassistance –call for moreinforamtionAlso someprogrammingon non-schooldays75 Shore DriveWorcester, MA 01605Contact Brandi Jacobs at508-852-6694 ext 248On FacebookWebsite:www.ymcaworcester.orgMaking aDifference(YMD): Atherapeutic afterschoolprogram for DCF involvedyouth. Designed toincrease stability andfunctioning at home,school and in thecommunity; group topicsinclude leadershipdevelopment, coping skillsand self-regulation. Staffalso provides casemanagement and familysupport.YOU Inc.81 Plantation St Worcester,MA 01605Contact : Kerri McCleary at508-770-0511 ext : 117Ages 11-16Co-ed; Youthinvolved withDept. ofChildren &FamiliesWebsite:www.youinc.orgMon-Fri3 :30 –4 :45pmOn the bus lineDCFcontractedN/APlease contact agency formore information and tomake referral20

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Program & DescriptionASCEND: gender specificprogrammingAdolescent SubstanceAbuse Services:Comprehensivecontinuum of care youthstruggling with substanceissuesAgency, Location &ContactYOU Inc.81 Plantation St Worcester,MA 01605Contact : Kerri McCleary at508-770-0511 Ext : 117Website:www.youinc.orgPUNCH AngerManagement: Outpatient group therapy formiddle and high schoolaged youthGirls Choice – MentoringProgram with academicsupport, college/careerpreparedness, skillbuilding, leadership andcommunity serviceYWCA ofCentral MA1 Salem SquareWorcester, MA 01608Who CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?For middle and 1-3 days/weekOn the bus linehigh school3 :30–4 :45pm Transportation canaged girlsbe made availableto Mass HealthMonday-Friday insured participantsAges 13-183:00 – 6:30 pm(time variesdepending ongroup)Tuesdays orAges 10 - 18Thursdays3:00–4:00 pmor 4:30–5 :30pmGirls in gradeSaturdays6-12 in11 – 1 pm (MS);WorcesterMondaysPublic Schools 4 – 6 pm (HS)On the bus lineCost & AreInsuranceRequiredScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)InsuranceRequiredInsuranceRequiredFree – Must beeligible for free orreduced lunchN/AContact Asia Simpson at508-767-2505 ext 3073 orasimpson@ywcacentralmass.orgOn rls-choice22

Program & DescriptionYouth ProgramFitness class, yoga, bootcamp, tumbling, circusarts – access to strengthroom, gym and poolHomework Help.After School ProgramLearning for FunLicensed Afterschoolprogram with STEMrelated and literacyactivities, homeworkassistance, and gym.Agency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?YWCA ofCentral MA1 Salem SquareWorcester, MA 01608Ages 6 and upMonday– Friday3:30 – 6:30 pmSaturdays9 – 11 amwith extendedhours forstrength room,gym and poolon weekendsNo – on the buslineContact: Sarah Daly at508-767-2505 ext 3003 orsdaly@ywcacentralmass.orgRoosevelt School1006 Grafton StreetWorcester, MAWawecus School20 Wawecus RoadContact Cindy Landry at508-767-2505 ext 3019 orclandry@ywcaworcester.orgOn Facebookwww.ywcacentralmass.orgCamp Wind-in-the-PinesSummer day campprogram offeringswimming, boating89 Parker StreetLeicester, MA(508)892-9814Contact Cindy Landry at508-767-2505 ext 3019 orclandry@ywcacentralmass.orgKindergarten –Age 12Call for moredetails hours byprogram siteCost & Are 5 - 20 perclass(1-2 hours)Call for moreinformationLimited one waytransportationavailable.Call for rates.ScholarshipsAvailable?(and when /howapply)Scholarshipsavailable: stopat the FrontDesk, or call oremail SarahDaly for anapplicationAges 6 -15Monday-Friday7:30-6:00 PMTransportationavailable fromYWCA1 Salem SquareWorcester locationCall for rates.Limitedscholarshipsavailable.Visit website forinformation &application.www.ywcacentralmass.orgJune throughAugust23

Program & DescriptionMartial arts and characterdevelopmentAgency, Location &ContactWho CanComeWhen It isOfferedTransportation?Zenshinkan Aikido Dojo65 Water St.Worcester, MA 01604All agesCall for scheduleNoneCost & AreFees vary withage and levelScholarshipsAvailable?(and when ile our intent was to include accurate data on local human service agencies,some inadvertent errors or omissions may have occurred and some changes will undoubtedly take place between printing and distribution.Please contact 508-796-1411x418 or email abureau@worcesterccc.org with further updates.This Project was funded by Worcester Public SchoolsThis After School Resource Guide Was Originally developed by CommunityBuild24

Worcester . Harrington Clubhouse . 65 Tainter Street . Worcester, MA 01610 . Plumley Village Clubhouse 16 Laurel Street . Worcester, MA 01608 . Great Brook Valley Clubhouse (Kids Club) 180 Constitution Ave . Worcester, MA 01605 . Contact: Ike McBride at . 508-754-2862 Ext. 202 or . imcbride@bgcworcester.org . Joanne Fowling at . 508-754-2686 .