Status or Documentation Needed to Access Services: The objective of AACA's Chinatown Multi-Service Center is to assist Asians, other immigrants, and economically disadvantaged residents to achieve social self-sufficiency through a wide range of social services.

No status/documentation needed for ESL, English for New Bostonians, or ABE & BASS programs. For any of the 3 job training programs, a client must be a legal resident.

Walk-ins are welcome, but best to call ahead for an appointment.
For college counseling, appointments are required and can be made by calling 617 426 9492.

Cambridge Community Learning Center
19 Brookline St.
Cambridge, MA 02139
617 349 6363
617 349 6339 (fax)

Web site: www.cambridgema.gov/DHSP2/clc.cfm

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Adult Basic Education (ABE), ESL, and citizenship classes
Adult Diploma Program
GED Program
Bridge Program—college preparatory classes
Project LIFT—education programs for homeless adults in Cambridge

For all other programs, call the main number and the receptionist will direct your call.

Additional Notes: For intake procedures and registration times for ABE and ESL classes, see http://www.cambridgema.gov/DHSP2/clcintake.cfm?tnltext=Intake%20and%20Registration%20Times

Cost of services: All classes are free.

Career Advancement Resources
225 Friend St. Suite 101
Boston, MA 02114
617 788 1024
617 788 1070 (fax)

Web site: www.carboston.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

CAR serves adults with disabilities, primarily psychiatric disabilities and LD
SEE model program (Services for Education and Employment)
Provides clients assistance with obtaining and maintaining jobs, education and training in the community.
Career exploration, job preparation, job searching, education linking and job maintenance services.

Status or Documentation Needed to Access Services: Referrals need to come through the Department of Mental Health, the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, the Department of Transitional Assistance, or through self-pay.

Cost of services: Free if referral from one of the above agencies.

Centro Latino de Chelsea
267 Broadway
Chelsea, MA 02150
617 884 3238
617 884 4646 (fax)

Web site: www.centrolatino.org

Email address: info@centrolatino.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Latino immigrants and youth
Educational programs—ESL, Spanish literacy
Training in computer technology
AIDS and HIV counseling and support
Citizenship and immigration services
Youth after-school programs
Citizenship classes

Cost of services: Fees for computer technology and ESL classes (some free English classes also available)

Centro Presente
17 Inner Belt Rd.
Somerville, MA 02143
617 629 4731
617 629 2436 (fax)

Web site: www.cpresente.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Adult Education: English for Empowerment (EFE), ESOL, Spanish Basic Literacy, Citizenship, Computer Literacy, Spanish for English speakers
Workers’ Rights training
Education and Action (Immigrant Rights)
Legal Services
Translation and Interpreter program

Cost of services: Fees for legal services. Most classes are $125 for 9 weeks and include the textbook.

City of Boston Redevelopment Authority
Jobs and Community Services Programs

Web site:
http://www.cityofboston.gov/bra/jcs/programs.asp
Select a program type: choose Adult Education and Literacy from the drop down menu.

Online search engine of organizations in Boston providing Adult Education and Literacy.

Charlestown Community Center
Adult Education
76 Monument St.
Charlestown, MA 02129
617 635 5221
617 635 5084 (fax)

Email address: cccae@comcast.net

Description of Program/Services Provided:

ABE, GED, ESOL
Career enhancement workshops
Citizenship classes
Educational counseling

Status or Documentation Needed to Access Services: Primary mission is to serve Charlestown residents, but all are welcome, regardless of residency or status. No documentation is required except for GED testing.

Cost of services: Most programs are free. Fee for GED testing.

Chinese Progressive Association
28 Ash St.
Boston, MA 02111
617 357 4499
617 357 9611 (fax)

Web site: www.cpaboston.org

Email address: justice@cpaboston.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

ESOL, Citizenship, and English conversation classes
Workers’ Center
Youth Initiative
Campaign to Protect Chinatown
Membership and Community Services
Gallery Space
Political Empowerment Project: Voter Registration and Education

Cost of services: Most programs are free. For ESOL and Citizenship classes, there is a nominal fee.

Concilio Hispano
105 Windsor St.
Cambridge, MA 02139
617 661 9406
617 661 8008 (fax)

Web site: www.conciliohispano.org

Email address: concilio@conciliohispano.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Latino immigrants and youth
Satellite office in Chelsea
Educational programs—ESL, Spanish literacy, Spanish, GED
AIDS and HIV prevention programs
Substance abuse education, treating, counseling, and outpatient services
DAES (Driver Alcohol Education Services) Program
Family services including foster care and parent mentoring services
Interpreting and translation
Information and referral to other social service providers

Status or Documentation Needed to Access Services: Court referral needed for DAES program.

Cost of services: GED and ESL classes are free. There is a fee for the DAES program.

East Boston Ecumenical Community Council
50 Meridian St., Suite B1
East Boston, MA 02128
617 567 2750
617 569 5946 (fax)

Web site: www.ebecc.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Latino immigrants and youth living in East Boston
Immigration assistance
Latina ESL Program—ESL + babysitting services
ASPIRE—homework help for East Boston high school students
GOALS—campaigns to make college more affordable for immigrant youth
East Boston Parent Organizing Program
Nuestra Voz Cuentra/Our Vote Counts—Voter registration
Referrals for legal assistance available

Everett Literacy Program
90 Chelsea St., 2nd floor
Everett, MA 02149
617 394 2318
617 394 2487 (fax)

Email address: elitercy@rcn.com

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves residents of Everett and local area.
ESOL classes

Cost of services: Classes are free.

Additional notes: Classes are Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Students may register Tues & Fridays evenings 4 - 5:45pm

Haitian Multi-Service Center
185 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02121
617 506 6600
617 474 1009 (fax)

Web site: www.ccab.org/locations/metro-boston/haitian-multi-service/

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Haitian immigrants and youth
Adult education—ESL, citizenship, and computer literacy classes
Counseling
Food pantry
Elderly services
Pregnancy and parenting support
Daycare
HIV/AIDS services

International Institute of Boston
One Milk St.
Boston, MA 02109
617 695 9990
617 695 9191 (fax)

Web site: www.iiboston.org

Email address: beacon@iiboston.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

English and literacy classes
Refugee resettlement services
Citizenship education
Employment training and placement
Legal aid
Social services

Cost of services: All services are free except for some legal assistance. (Fee Wavier available for low income individuals)

Massachusetts Adult Basic Education Directory
http://acls.doemass.org/pAbeDirectoryHome

On this website you can browse or search for programs offering Adult Basic Education or ESL classes.

Massachusetts Adult Literacy Hotline
The Massachusetts Adult Literacy Hotline provides referrals to over 300 adult education programs that offer one-on-one tutoring, small-group or classroom instruction to adult learners. Information is provided about basic reading, math, adult basic education, English language training, family literacy, GED preparation or testing sites.

You can call the Hotline at 1-800-447-8844.

Or go online: http://www.sabes.org/hotline/
Use the Find A Program tool to search for a program in 3 steps: “WHAT KIND”, “WHERE” and “WHEN”. Follow the instructions on each page to complete the process.

Mujeres Unidas en Accion
54 Clayton St.
Dorchester, MA 02122
617 282 3500
617 282 3544 (fax)

Web site: www.angelfire.com/d20/page20/

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Latinas
ESOL, Computer classes, Native language literacy, GED in Spanish
Free daycare for children (ages 1-5) while mothers attend classes
Counseling and social services
ABE classes

Status or Documentation needed to access services: Must come in and fill out an application.

Cost of services: A $50 donation is requested to cover cost of services. (Different options available for those who are not able to pay)

Odwin Learning Center
1943 Dorchester Ave.
Dorchester, MA 02124
617 282 5320

Web site: www.odwin.org

Email address: info@odwin.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

College preparatory program for adults 18 and over
College application assistance
Academic diagnostic testing
Courses in foundational and advanced subjects, beginning every September and February
Educational counseling – transitioning from Odwin to College
Individualized test taking
Follow up academic support once in college
Licensing exam preparation upon graduation from college, if needed

Status or Documentation needed to access services: Information sessions are ongoing throughout the year, and attendance at one prior to enrollment is required. Must be 18 or older and interested in attending college.

Operation Bootstrap
Adult Learning Center
156 Broad St.
Lynn, MA 01902
781 599 8543

Email address: bootstrap@verizon.net

Description of Program/Services Provided:

ABE
Pre-GED and GED
ESOL
Citizenship
Job Search/Readiness
Basic Math
Workplace Education

Status or Documentation needed to access services: Must be 21+ and a resident of the Greater Lynn area.

Cost of services: Classes are free.

Additional Notes: Waitlist for all classes. Call ahead for current intake dates and times.

Project Hope
Community Center & Main offices:
550 Dudley St.
Roxbury, MA 02119
Family Residence, Child Care, & Food Pantry:
45 Magnolia St.
Dorchester, MA 02125
617 442 1880
617 238 0473 (fax)

Web site: www.prohope.org

Email address: info@prohope.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves low-income women and children

Adult Learner Program offering ESL and GED classes
Career development services
Children’s center
Family shelter
Food pantry
Housing services
Job readiness training programs in family child care and entry-level health care (with Partners HealthCare)
One Family Scholars—opportunities for higher education

Contact name: For the Partners HealthCare, 5 week pre-employment program contact Kurleen Patrick, 617 442 1880, ext. 233. For the child care training program, contact Arlene Ramos, ext. 216 or Millie Garcia, ext. 215.

Somerville Center for Adult Learning Experiences (SCALE)
167 Holland St.
Somerville, MA 02144
617 625 6600 ext. 6900

617 623 8528 (fax)

Web site: www.somerville.k12.ma.us/

Description of Program/Services Provided:

ABE
GED
ADP (Adult Diploma Program)
ELL (English Language Learners)
Family Literacy Classes

Status or Documentation needed to access services: Must be 16+ and a resident of Massachusetts for GED testing; 18+ for ADP

Cost of services: Most classes are free. Fees charged for GED testing and the ADP.

Additional Notes: Waitlist for most classes.

Vietnamese-American Civic Association
1452 Dorchester Ave., 3rd floor
Dorchester, MA 02122
617 288 7344
617 288 4860 (fax)

Web site: www.vacaboston.org

Email address: youth@vacaboston.org

Description of Program/Services Provided:

Serves Vietnamese immigrants and youth
Adult education—ESL, citizenship, and basic computer classes
Health outreach and education
Elderly services
Youth, After-School, and Girls’ programs
Volunteer and Work-Study programs available

Cost of services: Small fee for evening & weekend ESL classes.