This document contains information about early intervention services provided by South Bay Early Intervention and Community Connections of Brockton. It includes an invitation for parents to have their child's development observed by South Bay Early Intervention and also provides details about various playgroups and activities for families with young children in the local community. Contact information is provided for South Bay Early Intervention and Community Connections of Brockton.

1. April 2013
A monthly collection of news, events, and
activities in and around Brockton, focusing
on families and those who serve them.
Juliana Langille - Executive Director
Community Connections of Brockton
juliana.langille@ccbrockton.org 508-857-0272

11. Dear Parents/Caregivers:
In collaboration with South Bay Early Intervention, we are excited to provide
you with an opportunity to have your child’s overall development observed.
South Bay Early Intervention offers families with children birth to age three a
variety of services, including Newborn Behavioral Observation and Infant
Massage, which may be provided to you in your home, in a childcare setting, or
another convenient location identified by your family.
If you currently have any questions regarding your child’s growth or you just want
to know where your child is developmentally, please call to receive a visit from an
Early Intervention Specialist within 7 days or at your earliest convenience.
Kirti Agarwal
Program Director
508-559-0473 x2811
Email-cmurphy@southbaymentalhealth.com
South Bay Early Intervention
1115 West Chestnut St, Brockton MA 02301
 Yes, I am interested in an assessment for my child:
Please complete the following:
Child’s
Name_____________________________________ D.O.B_____________________
Parent/Gaurdian
Name(s) ______________________________________________________________
Best method and time to contact you________________________________________
Phone number(s)________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________

17. Stairway To Recovery
142 Crescent St, 2nd Floor
Brockton, MA 02302
508-436-6123
Stairway To Recovery Engagement Center gives an opportunity to be
a part of the recovery community, offering support and tools to
enhance a life free from alcohol and other drugs. A safe
environment where you can find growth, explore and give back to
the community.
Open Mondays and Wednesdays 9-5, Tuesdays and
Thursdays 9-8, Fridays 9-7 and Saturdays 10-5.
Stairway To Recovery Engagement Center provides support to a
diverse population with English, Creole, Cape Verde and Spanish
speaking staff on-site.
Participate in recovery focused groups
Access to computer lab and phones for job search
Assistance in resume building
Support peers in recovery
Community connection to resources (and referrals)
Social Activities
Trainings offered for volunteers in substance abuse
field
Outreach and support for re-entry services

24. B a b y & M e G r ou p
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H eld a t S ou t h B a y E a r ly I n t er ven t ion
1115 W est C h est n u t S t r eet
B r ock t on , M a
 A fun, informal community play group, which encourages
exploration, learning, and social interactions for babies birth to 9
months and their parents.
 Education and recourses for parents regarding bonding and
attachment, nutrition, sleeping, feeding, language development, infant
massage, baby yoga, postpartum depression, the adjustment to
becoming a parent, and the social/emotional development of babies.
 Activities include manipulation of developmentally appropriate toys,
music, stories, movement and snacks.
 A chance to learn more about early intervention and meet other new
parents in the Greater Brockton community.
Facilitated by Sherri Finer,BS
Developmental Specialist at South Bay Early Intervention
Transportation is available for parents whose child is enrolled at South
Bay Early Intervention and do not have means of transportation. Please
call 508-559-0473 to register.

28. Look what’s happening in the Community
In collaboration with South Bay Early Intervention
Easton Children’s Museum-
Mondays 8:30-10:00
Kidspace I
Parents and their children ages 14 months- 2.9 years of age. Kidspace is a playgroup
including a mixture of free-play and age appropriate activities.
Location-Easton Children’s Museum
9 Sullivan Ave N. Easton
Leader- Sherri Finer
Keeping Pace with Multiple Miracles-
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 for 18m-3 years
Parent/child toddler group
Tuesdays 12:00 pm -1:00 pm
Shake, Toddle & Roll
A Multiples group for Parents and mobile children (crawlers- beginning walkers) Shake
Shake, Toddle & Roll encourages positive relationships and socialization though music
and movement.
Location- KPMM Children’s Resale Boutique
194 S. Main Street W. Bridgewater
Leader- Christa Davison
North River Collaborative Group-
Tuesday Mornings 9:30-10:45
Join in the fun. Parents and their children birth to age three come together to play, do
art activities and sing songs.
Location- Central Square Congregational Church
71 Central Square Bridgewater
Leader- Sherri Finer
Mommy & Me Group-
Please call for schedule
Location- Group Samaritan Hospital
Moakley Center
235 North Pearl Street Brockton
Leader- Sherri Finer, Allison Howland
A fun, informal community play group, which encourages exploration, learning, and
social interactions for babies birth to 9 months and their parents.
Mommy and Me Group offers-
Lactation consultant, Infant massage, Parent Support & Social Group, Arts & Crafts,
Circle /Snack time
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN ANY OF THESE GROUPS
PLEASE CALL SOUTH BAY EARLY INTERVENTION FOR MORE INFORMATION
508-521-2811