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Recovery is real! And it is even easier when you have others to share hope with.

Speaking of Hope is more than a web site, but a canvas for expression and a toolbox of valuable resources. It was created by young adults with lived mental health experience for young adults. It is a place to share helpful tools, inspire confidence, and connect with others in a safe, anonymous way.

06/16/2026

Ever wondered what leads someone to work as a peer mentor? Learn what drew Michael to a peer mentorship position, being a resource for young adults that he needed at that age!

The Impact Center Gandara

06/09/2026

We are excited to share a diverse lineup of free events and workshops by Wayside Youth & Family Support Network designed for young adults to connect and have fun.

Whether you are looking to learn a new skill, get creative, or simply hang out with friends, there is something for everyone in the 16-25 age range.

🎨 Creative & Fun Events:
Art Meet-Up, "Good Vibes & Bold Lines with Inktense": June 17th at Greenhouse Graphics, Framingham.
Scratch Board Art: June 27th at Greenhouse Graphics, Framingham.
Tie-Dye Workshops: June 12th (Foxborough) & June 26th (Wrentham).
Open Studios: Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM in Framingham.

🍕 Social Gatherings:
Video & Board Games: June 10th (Wayside Milford) & June 17th (Tempo Framingham).
Game Night Meet-Ups: Join us for free food and games!
July 8th: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (10 Asylum St, Milford)
July 15th: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (1 Marian Rd, Framingham)
Scavenger Hunt: Thursday, July 17th at 3:00 PM (Location TBD).
Summer Fun Fridays: Get ready for a trip to Boston Fan Expo! More details coming soon.

💼 Skill-Building Workshops:
Employment 101: Every Tuesday in June, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (10 Asylum St, Milford & Virtual).
Budgeting 101: Four sessions on July 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 10 Asylum St, Milford. Learn practical financial habits.

For specific registration details or to confirm locations, please reach out to Wayside Youth & Family Support Network directly at [email protected]. Don't miss out on these opportunities to connect with your community!

06/08/2026

Check out these events being hosted by our Access Center network this June! 🏖

Swipe to see what events are happening near you, featuring calendars from:
YouthElemento, Chelsea
The Beyond House YAAC, New Bedford
YouForward, Lawrence and Everett
YouthQuake Access Center, Lowell
CSR You Got This Center, Roxbury
All Things Possible, Brockton
The PLACE for Empowerment at Open Sky Community Services, Worcester

What event are you looking forward to most?!

06/06/2026

RESCHEDULED: Join us Wednesday, the 10th to meet other Young Adult Peer Mentors & share resources!

We meet every 3rd Wednesday at 2pm (this month one week early on the 2nd Wednesday) and we hope to see YOU there this Wednesday, the 10th 💗

Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

06/02/2026

Meet Charlene Zuffante, the Deputy Commissioner on Children, Youth, & Families at the MA Department of Mental Health.

Learn what mental health means to Charlene & what brings them joy. And remember, even though Mental Health Month is over, mental health is just as important all year long!

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This month is about celebrating q***r and trans identity, honoring the people who made space for us, and continuing to build community that feels safe and affirming.

For young adults especially, Pride month can be a great time to connect with local q***r resources, mental health supports, and spaces that help you feel less alone. Swipe for some local q***r mental health and community resources that we love. If we missed anyone, tag them in the comments!

Whether you’re looking for community, care, joy, or just a place where you can show up as yourself, we hope this month brings you closer to what you need.

Resources to check out:
Massachusetts Trans Political Coalition - MTPC
Trans Emergency Fund
Boston GLASS
National Q***r & Trans Therapists of Color Network
BAGLY (and the AGLY network)
OUTNewcomers
Fireweed Collective
and, of course, our Access Center network: speakingofhope.org/access-centers

05/30/2026

Meet Mi-Haita James, Child Youth and Family Assistant Commissioner at the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health.

Hear what mental health means to her and what YOU can do to celebrate Mental Health Month! 💚

05/27/2026

Meet Kandy, a Peer Mentor at Youth Elemento in Chelsea. Learn how she connects with young adults and helps them find their self care strategies!

05/24/2026

This month's SYAC meeting is Tuesday the 26th from 3:30-5:00pm!

Let's talk about ! Join us every fourth Tuesday on . Register now at bit.ly/syacdmh

For more information, email [email protected] Parent/Professional Advocacy League Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Youth MOVE Massachusetts

05/21/2026

Meet Dr. Funmi Aguocha, Assistant Commissioner at the Massachusetts Office of Behavioral Health Promotion and Prevention (OBHPP).

Dr. Funmi Aguocha fuels her mental health by staying connected with family, reading, music, singing, and connecting to faith. What fuels you?

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Springfield, MA
01101, 01103–01105, 01107–01109, 01118-01119, 01128–01129, 01151

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