Supporting individuals on their journey toward recovery, independence, and community inclusion.

MCS has been providing community-based services to individuals with ABI since 2012, helping them regain independence and participate fully in the life of their community.

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What Is an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)?

An Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is an injury to the brain that occurs after birth and is not hereditary, congenital, or degenerative. It includes all forms of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and brain injuries caused by stroke (CVA) or loss of oxygen (hypoxic injury).

Our ABI Program Offers

Adult Companion Services

Provides social and recreational support such as shopping, attending events, dining out, and companionship.

Individual Supports

Helps individuals develop and maintain independent living skills like cooking, cleaning, scheduling appointments, and managing personal care assistants.

Community Integration

Encourages active participation in local activities and builds social connections for emotional and cognitive growth.

Our Approach

We believe in empowering individuals with brain injuries to live meaningful, self-directed lives. MCS offers person-centered services that focus on skill restoration, community connection, and daily living support. Our trained staff work collaboratively with participants, families, and healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans that promote dignity and independence.

Who Qualifies

Individuals who have sustained an acquired or traumatic brain injury after birth and meet eligibility criteria for the Massachusetts ABI/MFP Waiver Program.

Common qualifying conditions include:

Brain injury caused by stroke, accident, or loss of oxygen.
Ability to live independently or with family with community-based support.
Willingness to engage in a support plan to build independent living skills.

Referral sources typically include case managers from the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) or the ABI/MFP Waiver Unit at UMass Medical School.

Program Contacts

For questions or referrals, please reach out to our ABI Program Team:

Brenda Norton, Director of Individual Supports

Mary Wilson, ABI Program Coordinator

Betty O’Connor, ABI Program Coordinator

Partner Resources

For more information or external support, explore the following organizations:

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or supporting someone who is, our ABI program can help you take the next step.

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