This program provides comprehensive treatment and a staff-secure residence for six boys from 7 to 12 years old, many of whom have a history of psychiatric hospitalizations. Children referred by the Department of Mental Health attend school in the residence and participate in community activities. Bulletin Board Boys at Charles Street are gearing up for summer while enjoying the sunshine. A recent trip to a Red Sox game was a big hit. While closer to home, two of the boys play on the local Little League team.
Gardening is popular too.
Each boy planted their own garden with their name on it in their yard. Plans for summer include participating in the Westborough Recreation program, swimming at Lake Chauncey, whale watching, trips to Six Flags New England and Sturbridge Village and the ever-popular arts and crafts. The Charles Street program recently completed a unit on Migrant Workers in America and the boys have shared some of their observations with us. On a farm in California lived John Mayberry, a very wealthy man in his forties. He was famous for his grape vineyards.