Find a Food Pantry or Support in Wakefield, MA 02118
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Wakefield, MA
Pediatrics - Adolescent Center
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
The Pediatrics - Adolescent Center in Wakefield, MA, is dedicated to providing comprehensive primary care and support services for young people aged 13 to 21. With a focus on creating a personalized 'medical home', our center empowers patients to choose their own doctor or nurse practitioner who understands the unique challenges of adolescence. Recognizing that health goes beyond just treating ailments, we offer a wide array of services including routine healthcare maintenance, nutrition counseling, prenatal care, and specialized medical care across various disciplines such as gynecology, endocrinology, and cardiology. Our commitment extends to addressing broader life challenges, assisting young individuals with school-related issues, family dynamics, and social services including housing support and job training programs. From routine check-ups to confidential counseling, we strive to equip adolescents with the resources and knowledge they need for a healthy, productive future, ensuring they feel supported and understood every step of the way.
850 Harrison Avenue, Wakefield, MA 02118
Wakefield, MA
Baby Steps
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
At Baby Steps, located in Wakefield, MA, we are committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care for former premature infants and those with complex newborn challenges. Our multidisciplinary clinic, part of the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Boston Medical Center, features a dedicated team that includes developmental and behavioral pediatricians, occupational therapists, and experienced dietitians. We specialize in developmental evaluations and nutritional assessments, ensuring that every child receives tailored recommendations for their growth and development. Our dietitian offers personalized home visits for families facing feeding difficulties, creating customized feeding plans to support healthy weight gain and feeding practices. With a family outreach advocate on staff, we connect families to essential community resources, ensuring they receive the holistic support they need. Ongoing follow-ups are scheduled to address each child's unique requirements, reinforcing our commitment to nurturing every child's journey towards optimal health and development.
840 Harrison Ave, Wakefield, MA 02118
Wakefield, MA
Pediatrics - Nutrition and Fitness for Life Program
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
The Nutrition and Fitness for Life Program, located in Wakefield, MA, is dedicated to addressing childhood obesity through a comprehensive, family-oriented approach. Our specialty weight management clinic employs evidence-based methods that include in-depth assessments from physicians and dietitians, along with tailored action plans designed to promote lifestyle changes. We understand that families may face varying levels of readiness for behavioral management, which is why our services not only include intensive treatment through six clinic visits in the initial months but also ongoing maintenance and relapse prevention support for up to a year. Our clinical team provides vital services, including psychological evaluations and collaboration with various specialties such as endocrinology and child psychology to ensure each child receives the holistic care they need. Recognizing the challenges many children face, approximately 13 percent of our patients receive further psychological counseling to tackle issues stemming from social stigmatization and emotional distress. A referral from a Primary Care Physician is necessary for engaging with our program, as we strive to empower families on their journey to better health and well-being.
840 Harrison Ave, Wakefield, MA 02118
Wakefield, MA
Grow Clinic
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
The Grow Clinic for Children, located in Wakefield, MA, is a dedicated outpatient subspecialty clinic at Boston Medical Center, providing comprehensive medical, nutritional, and developmental services to children diagnosed with Failure To Thrive (FTT) within the Greater Boston area. Our warm and welcoming environment allows us to offer personalized medical assessments, nutritional counseling, and social work support, ensuring that every child and family receives the attention they need. We deeply believe in advocating for policies that reduce the number of children facing food insecurity and related challenges. In addition to our core clinical services, we provide critical resources such as home health education, referrals to the BMC Food Pantry for essential nutritional supplements, and supportive services through our Medical-Legal Partnership. We also offer transportation assistance for fragile patients and camperships when funding allows. Our outreach program is committed to connecting families with nutritious food, clothing, and safe housing, ensuring our community's children thrive both medically and socially.
840 Harrison Ave, Wakefield, MA 02118
Food Pantries & Support in Wakefield, MA 02118
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