Out and About
Community Therapeutic Recreation Program

The Home for Little Wanderers’ Out and About program in Dorchester is a unique afterschool program serving youth with mental and behavioral health challenges. The program’s strength-based approach enhances social development and confidence in youth to engage in group/recreational activities out in the community.

Our skilled staff works collaboratively with youth and families to:

• Strengthen social skills
• Foster creativity
• Develop independence
• Support healing from trauma 
• Mitigate impact from mental illness

Out and About has the capacity to serve 25 youth ages 12 to 18. The program provides the following:

• Community/Recreation focused afterschool care (2-6pm, Mon-Fri)
• Fun/Interactive curriculum
• Transportation
• Opportunities to engage within the Boston Community
• Snacks and Beverages

For more information, contact:

Carl E. Morton, MBA
Director, Transitional Age Youth Programs
508-531-1483
cmorton@thehome.org