Child & Family Services
ASPIRE (Achieve Success Promote Individual Resilience & Excellence)
This is a free, supportive resource available to any student enrolled at Keith,
Normandin, or Roosevelt Middle School. Supports middle-school students in
achieving their personal and academic goals.
ASPIRE is a BSAS-funded program that works in partnership with New Bedford
Public Schools and is currently active in Keith, Normandin, and Roosevelt
Middle Schools. Youth enrolled in ASPIRE work with a Success Coach team to
identify and achieve their personal goals through individual mentoring,
psycho-education groups, and recreational activities. Services take place
year-round in the school and community.
How to Receive ASPIRE Services
Interested in receiving ASPIRE services? check out the information below to get started today!
Referrals
Easily submit referrals for Child and Family Services programs using the provided online link. We've simplified the process, making support just a click away.
Walk-In's
Please be aware that walk-ins are currently not permitted for this program. To enroll in this program and receive services, kindly explore one of our alternative enrollment methods. We look forward to assisting you through these designated channels.
Phone Call
Feel free to call our dedicated line for service requests. Check the locations below for specific phone numbers. We're here to promptly assist you with information on our various programs and services.
ASPIRE Program Information
What is the purpose of the ASPIRE program?
The purpose is to help students build skills that enable them to be successful and
satisfied in school and the community. ASPIRE offers youth opportunities to experience
this in a healthy, safe, and supportive way.
ASPIRE staff recognize that middle school youth have an innate desire to belong,
learn, and have fun. ASPIRE offers youth opportunities to experience this in a
healthy, safe, and supportive way.
How does the ASPIRE program help?
Your youth will meet individually with a Success Coach during the school day for
support with academic, social, and emotional goals. After-school groups are offered
at each school 3-4 days per week and are an opportunity for your child to socialize
and learn new skills. ASPIRE groups use fun and creativity to teach important life
skills such as communication, healthy relationships and boundaries, managing stress
and anxiety, and preventing substance use.
ASPIRE also holds family events that provide opportunities for all ASPIRE families to
come together to enjoy good food and good company. Some events bring the whole family
together. At other events, adults will learn about a topic impacting their youth
while children enjoy games and other enriching activities.
Who makes up the ASPIRE program?
ASPIRE consists of a clinical supervisor and six success coaches (two per school). ASPIRE also welcomes interns to assist with research and programming.
ASPIRE Locations
The ASPIRE program is available in the following locations. For more information on any of facilities below, click the Learn More button under the site of your interest
New Bedford
965 Church St, New Bedford MA 02745
Phone:
MCI: (508) 996-3154
ACCS: (508) 992-0444
YCCS: (508) 984-4175
ASPIRE: (508) 996-8572
Outpatient: (508)996-8572
Fax:(508) 991-8618
Hours: M-F 8a-8p, S/S 9a-5p, Same Day Access: Monday 8am-3pm Tuesday 11am-6pm Wednesday 8am-3pm Thursday 11am-6pm Friday 8am-3pm AMCI/YMCI: 24/7