News for Human Interest
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Via itemlive.com | August 26, 2025 by Amanda LureyPEABODY — In a bold step toward increasing equitable access to mental and behavioral health care, Mayor Ted Bettencourt and other city leaders have partnered with BLOOM to provide every Peabody resident with free, stigma-free support when they need it most.
This initiative comes after the death of eighth grader Jason Bernard, who died by suicide ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
The Children's Piazza is a play-cafe with a mission to promote healthy brain development in young children and support the emotional health of their caregivers, with access for all. About us:
We have been serving the North Shore since 2014, and as a non-profit organization (incorporated as Community Play Workshop Inc) since 2023.
Our play space is especially designed for young children to learn ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
What began as a heartfelt gesture by a nurse bringing a Thanksgiving meal to her workplace has blossomed into a major initiative that touches thousands of lives. Eleven years ago, Gina, a dedicated healthcare professional, decided to share her Thanksgiving meal with co-workers and patients. That small act of kindness has grown into "Gina's Giving Back," a charitable organization delivering full ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release
Sunday, September 01, 2024
For over 25+ years, Centerboard has been a key organization involved in providing permanent housing solutions and continues to support, educate and promote individuals and families to gain financial independence and stability.
This summer, one of Centerboard’s residents shared their amazing success story about her experience from entering Centerboard’s scattered sites program in 2020 and ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release