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Healing Abuse Working for Change
HAWC (Healing Abuse Working for Change) helps abused women, children, men, and nonbinary people live free from violence and fear. As a leading domestic abuse agency in Massachusetts, HAWC provides free and confidential services to survivors of domestic abuse in 23 towns and cities on the North Shore. Last year HAWC supported 2,181 individuals with over 25,000 services. ● HAWC maintains an undisclosed Emergency shelter ● Two community based offices in Salem and Lynn ● 24/7 emergency hotline ● Staff at
Peabody Council on Aging Services
The Mission of the Peabody Council on Aging is to develop and offer programs and services for all senior citizens of Peabody, age 60 and older, in a healthy and safe environment. We further commit to enhance the lives of all we serve by continuing to provide care and activities that stimulate the bodies, minds and well-being of those who use our facilities at the Peter A. Torigian Senior Center. The Peabody Council on Aging is primarily a social services agency. For over 50 years, we have based many of
Rock the Spectrum Foundation
Since 2019, Rock the Spectrum Foundation has been focused on advancing organizations and community initiatives that foster inclusion and equity for people with autism. Rock the Spectrum was founded by three North Shore moms sharing the vision of giving their autistic children the same opportunities as other children and expanding awareness across the community. In 2023 Rock the Spectrum Foundation raised $110K, bringing their 5-year total to more than $260K. Rock the Spectrum partners with local
Peabody Entrepreneurs: These Are the Pros and Cons of Opening Up a Franchise
As an entrepreneur, you’re eager to get to work. However, before you jump into franchise ownership, it's important to understand what goes into the decision. There are upsides and downsides to owning a franchise, and it's important to weigh both before making a decision. In this article, the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce takes a look at the pros and cons of franchise ownership so you can make an informed decision. The Pros of Franchise Ownership There are several upsides to franchise
Meet the Board Member: Wendy Joly
Wendy, is an Executive Assistant at Rousselot, a gelatin plant located in Peabody, responsible for overseeing executive travel, meetings and all administrative issues at the plant.Why is your business a member of the chamber?Rousselot formally Eastman Gelatin, joined the Chamber 90 years ago. The chamber has always helped us be active in the community and has helped us keep up with the growing community.Why were you interested in serving on the board of the PACC? I wanted to be more involved with the
Meet the Board Member: Denise DeSimone
Denise DeSimone is the Marketing & Sales Manager for In The Game in Peabody. In The Game is a family friendly entertainment center that offers over 130 arcade games and four attractions including laser tag, virtual reality, rock wall and ropes obstacle course. We offer five private event spaces for both youth and adult events as well as a large mezzanine. Additionally, we have a scratch kitchen, brick oven pizza station and full bar that offers live entertainment. As the Marketing & Sales Manager I focus
Meet our Board Member: Laurene Wessel
Tell us a little bit about your company, profession or service? Community Credit Union was founded in 1955 to give families, local employees and small businesses an opportunity to manage their assets in a secure financial institution that holds it' members as its highest priority. Why is your business a member of the PACC - Community Credit Union takes pride in being a twenty year member of the PACC. Our membership reflects our commitment to the business community. We believe in giving back to the
Meet our Board Member: Brad Gosselin
Tell us a little bit about your mission and your role - Bridgewell inspires hope and empowers people experiencing life challenges to achieve their fullest potential. My role as Institutional Giving Manager is to work with our corporate sponsors and donors and also write all corporate, private, and foundational grants.Why is your business a member of the PACC - Bridgewell believes very strongly to be a part of the communities and business communities in the areas it provides services. A business can
Meet the Member: Ruggiero Family Memorial Home
Tell us a little bit about your company, profession or service? Ruggiero Family Memorial Home is a full service funeral, cremation and memorial service provider owned and operated by Joseph (Joe) and Cathryn (Catie) Ruggiero with the support of company founder Joseph (Joe Sr.). We have opened up a new location in the heart of Peabody with the goal of servicing the Peabody and greater North Shore communities. Ruggiero Family Memorial Home prides itself on personalized services to fit the unique needs
Meet the Member: Gravoc
Name of Business – GraVoc Owners: Cathy and Dave Gravel Tell us a little bit about your company, profession or service: For the past 28 years GraVoc has taken a common sense approach to addressing customers needs with technology based solutions. Our process is first to understand what problem or need a customer is trying to address, and then identify the best possible solution using technology specific to their need. Our tag line is “Our Business is Your Success” and that is the cornerstone of
Meet the Member: Spectra Networks LLC
Meet Joe Silva. Tell us about your organization: Spectra Networks is a comprehensive IT service company dedicated to assisting small to medium-sized businesses with IT solutions including specialties in Managed Support Services, Compliance and Security, Amazon Web Services, and IT Support. We tailor all of our IT services to each business’s unique needs. We start by listening to the needs and goals of the organization. Our team will review existing technology and develop an improvement plan with
Meet the Member: Sandra Batakis
Meet Sandra Batakis, Owner of Sandra Network Technology Support & Consulting. At Sandra Network, we help businesses by maintaining and securing computers and networks so you, the business owner, can focus on your business, not your computers. I started this business 28 years ago because I saw a need for businesses to have expert IT support. We handle all things technology related with expert support, with a deep emphasis on computer security. Our mission is to ensure all IT functions are streamlined, and