Wellspring is fortunate to expand our staff, strengthen internal systems and processes, and improve physical infrastructure in Fiscal Year 2024. These newly created positions will allow Wellspring’s team to work with an increased number of people who are working hard to become financially secure. The positions are part of the ongoing enhancements to Wellspring programs and services, […]
Wellspring House was pleased to welcome J.Jill Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Claire Spofford, and several members of the J.Jill Executive Team last week to the historic main house and campus for a lighthearted visit and day of volunteering, team building, and community service. A Wellspring supporter since 2012, The J.Jill Compassion Fund supports and empowers women to move forward […]
People from all walks of life and backgrounds come to Wellspring to advance their education goals and pursue learning opportunities that will lead to new careers, financial security and more positive futures. Jesus is one of these persistent and dedicated individuals. Having already completed two years of college in his native Paraguay, Jesus opted to […]
As inflation continues to rise, and the price of food, transportation and childcare increases, more and more local families are having trouble making ends meet, and are experiencing a housing crisis as result. In fact, in Fiscal Year 2022 alone, Wellspring answered nearly 850 calls on its Homelessness Prevention Line from individuals and families who […]
Motivated people of all ages and backgrounds come to Wellspring to realize their potential and to transform their lives through job-training, education and learning opportunities, career mentoring and resource support. Faith-Anne is one of those inspiring and motivated individuals! Faith-Anne came to Wellspring when her long-time employment as a manager of a small family market […]
Sometimes in life, our community members need a hand-up to help them find the courage they need to change their own circumstances. Bethany and her son are two of those inspiring people. After relocating from the South Shore to live in Wellspring’s Family Shelter for more than a year, Bethany utilized Wellspring’s proven resources to secure stable […]
Earlier this fall, Wellspring was approached by Beverly High School Senior Sam Tabako looking for projects to help him obtain his Eagle Scout Rank. Having been a part of Scouts BSA since 2016 and in the Boy Scouts of America (for both boys and girls) since he was in first grade, obtaining the rank of […]
The HealthCare Office Support Training (HOST) Program, (also known as MediClerk) from Wellspring is a comprehensive job-training program designed for individuals who are seeking to enter the healthcare field in non-clinical, entry-level positions. Patricia is a recent graduate from the Spring 2022 HOST cohort, and from the beginning, excelled in her studies. Patricia—who thrives in fast-paced positions—always […]
2022 marks Wellspring’s 42nd year of providing life-changing opportunities to help community members find success and reach financial security. – And there are so many stories to celebrate! When a graduate from one of our education programs is hired for a new job that pays $15,000 more in wages; we celebrate. When families working with our homelessness […]
Wellspring’s mission is to inspire families and adults on Cape Ann and the North Shore to achieve employment and financial security through stable housing, education, job training and career readiness. Wellspring supports students and program participants at every level of their journey, and that includes career planning, coaching and helping plan for interviews! Through the […]
