he Family Center at the Northshore Education Consortium in Beverly provides high quality educational information, community resources and parent support programs for families with special needs and at-risk children. The Center is available for use by all families and professionals from within the North Shore community.

The Family Center offers an environment where families always feel welcome. Parents and other family members are greeted by empathic staff knowledgeable about children with special needs. The Family Center provides a lending library with books, articles and up-to-date literature on a multitude of topics including special needs, at-risk youth, medical, developmental and behavioral conditions, substance abuse, family issues and parenting. Computer access is available for families with links to national and community organizations and agencies. The Center provides further support to families through parent support groups, parent trainings and educational workshops. Professional development for educators and other professionals is offered throughout the school year. Click here for Program Information