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Charles River Center Teen and Young Adult Community Groups

Charles River Center

Needham, Massachusetts - Norfolk County

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May 28, 2026

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Needham, Massachusetts

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Provider overview

Charles River Center offers community group options for eligible teens and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities around MetroWest.

Charles River Center supports children, adults, and families through family support, day and employment services, residential services, community groups, and events in the Needham and MetroWest area.

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Ages
Teens and young adults, including listed eligibility for ages 16-22 on the source page
Season
Ongoing groups and outings by Charles River Center schedule
Cost
Families should confirm DDS or family-support eligibility, intake, fees if any, group availability, transportation, and outing costs with Charles River Center.

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Charles River Center

The source mentions participants meet at the Merritt Center in Needham for listed groups; confirm the current meeting point and transportation plan.

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Teen and young adult community groups

MetroWest social groups and community outings for eligible teens and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities.

Ages
Teens and young adults, including listed eligibility for ages 16-22 on the source page
Season
Ongoing groups and outings by Charles River Center schedule
Schedule
The source describes Gal Talk and Guy Talk groups, Saturday social outings, local restaurants, social and money skills, and transportation from the Merritt Center for listed groups.
Cost
Families should confirm DDS or family-support eligibility, intake, fees if any, group availability, transportation, and outing costs with Charles River Center.
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Last checked
May 28, 2026
Why this is listed
The official Charles River Center page says its Teen and Young Adult Community Groups provide structured opportunities for young men and women with autism and developmental disabilities to meet and socialize around MetroWest, including Gal Talk and Guy Talk groups.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Teen and young adult community groups

The official Charles River Center page says its Teen and Young Adult Community Groups provide structured opportunities for young men and women with autism and developmental disabilities to meet and socialize around MetroWest, including Gal Talk and Guy Talk groups.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: Charles River Center describes teen and young adult community groups, structured opportunities, young men and women with autism and developmental disabilities, MetroWest, Gal Talk, Guy Talk, Saturday lunch and conversation, socializing, friendships, money skills, Merritt Center in Needham, transportation to local venues, ages 16-22, and Family Support Services eligibility.

Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm eligibility, intake requirements, group availability, transportation, supervision, caregiver role, communication support, food allergies or restaurant needs, sensory needs, payment expectations, and whether the group is appropriate for the participant's goals.

What we checked

What we found: The official Charles River Center page says its Teen and Young Adult Community Groups provide structured opportunities for young men and women with autism and developmental disabilities to meet and socialize around MetroWest, including Gal Talk and Guy Talk groups.

We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.

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What to confirm

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  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is Charles River Center Teen and Young Adult Community Groups reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

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Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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