Bay Cove Human Services



Bay Cove Human Services is a private, not-for-profit corporation that provides a wide variety of services to individuals and their families who face the life-long challenges of developmental disabilities, aging, mental illness and drug and alcohol addiction. We began providing effective and compassionate services in 1959 with the founding of Center Club. Bay Cove's 1,400 highly trained employees serve more than 14,000 individuals and their families each year at more than 100 different program sites throughout Greater Boston and southeastern Massachusetts.

Our Staff

The strength of our services relies on the talents and expertise of our staff. We provide exemplary staff training and professional development opportunities, understanding that ongoing learning is essential to quality improvement. Our organization's leadership makes use of a participatory management style that includes input from staff throughout the agency and fosters an affirmative work environment where open comunication, honesty, professionalism, teamwork and integrity are key. Click here for current career/job opportunities.

Our Services

You can learn more about our agency and the services we provide by reviewing our Catalog of Services, reading Bay Cove News or by viewing our online video - Reaching People, Changing Lives.

Support Bay Cove's Mission

We encourage volunteers to join our advisory boards, and to help pay for our services through their individual contributions and donations of goods and services. This support is vital to the ongoing success or our organization. To learn more about how you can help please call our Director of Development.





Special Logo Highlights Anniversary Year

From the founding of Center House in 1959, to the creation of Bay Cove Human Services in 1974, and the addition of new programs since then, Bay Cove’s comprehensive network of services has provided integrated, compassionate care to thousands of vulnerable people for 50 years.  With over 100 program sites in operation, Bay Cove reaches more than 14,000 individuals each year, providing critical services for individuals and families who face the challenges of developmental disabilities, aging, mental illness, and drug and alcohol addiction.