East Boston Social Center

History

East Boston Social Centers is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit multi-service agency that has served the children, families, senior citizens and community of East Boston since it's founding in 1918. The Social Centers' programs are designed to meet people's educational, social and recreational needs and to build community and strengthen families. The Social Centers seeks to create a welcoming and supportive environment, characterized by a spirit of goodwill and caring, in which members of our community are empowered to lead productive and fulfilling lives.

Specialties

The Social Centers is the community's largest provider of quality, center-based child care and support services. Our four Early Learning Centers provide year round childcare to children ages 2 months to 6 years. These centers are licensed by the Dept. of Early Education and Care (EEC) and accredited by the National Association of Educators of Young Children (NAEYC). The Centers provide transportation and nutritional meals for all of the children in our programs and work to develop the children's social, emotional, cognitive and self-help skills. The School Age Childcare program provides affordable after-school care to children ages 5 to 14 during the school year, including full time during school vacations. During July & August Summer Playschool serves children ages 5-14 for full days. The summer program provides a safe, educational environment for children.