11 Union St.,
Lawrence, MA 01840
For Immediate Release
Monday, June 6, 2016
Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-666-2012
Email: john@jgpr.net
Photos: The Psychological Center, Inc. Receives $1,500 Grant from the Northeast Association of Realtors
LAWRENCE — The Psychological Center, Inc. (TPC) is pleased to announce that they have been awarded a $1,500 grant from the Northeast Association of Realtors (NERA) to benefit programs for the homeless and recovery programs at the Daybreak Shelter.
Along with other members of NERA, realtor Lynne Shattuck presented the check to Andrew McMahon, Program Director for Daybreak Shelter, during a small gathering at the shelter in Lawrence on Friday, June 3 at 1 p.m.
“We are continuously humbled by the generosity of organizations like the Northeast Association of Realtors, who has supported us in numerous ways over the last year,” said Carina Pappalardo, CEO of The Psychological Center. “This money will go a long way to help many of our guests overcome their struggles and begin new, meaningful lives.”
Earlier this year, NERA sponsored Daybreak’s application for the grant, which was submitted to the Massachusetts Association of Realtors. The funds from this grant will be used to support the ongoing improvements that TPC is working on at the Daybreak Shelter.
Currently, the shelter provides guests with a meal for both breakfast and dinner, a hot shower, and on site services such as a health clinic, paralegal services, HIV/HEPC education and testing and referrals, along with a domestic violence specialist. Daybreak Shelter can accommodate up to 50 guests and most months, they serve at least 1,500 meals.
Anyone who is interested in donating to The Psychological Center can do so here.
About The Psychological Center:
Since 1971, The Psychological Center has been providing mental health and recovery services in the community. The individualized treatment components have been designed to focus on physical, psychological, social and familial aspects of clients.
For more information on The Psychological Center, please visit its website.
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