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Merrimack Center

Tewksbury, Massachusetts · Part of Justice Resource Institute (JRI)

Level of care: Residential treatment (RTC)
Ages: 13 to 18
Insurance: Massachusetts Department of Mental Health

Listed as operating. 2 sources, newest retrieved May 25, 2026. Record researched May 25, 2026.

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Published program summary

15-bed Joint Commission-accredited IRTP providing trauma-informed care for adolescents ages 13-18 of all genders navigating serious mental illness, challenging behaviors, and mild intellectual disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder. Located on Tewksbury Hospital grounds. On-site school, community activities, and focus on self-regulation skills for transition to less restrictive settings. Does not treat moderate to severe intellectual disabilities.

Services and populations

Genders served: All genders
Specialties: Trauma-informed care, Serious mental illness, Intellectual disabilities (mild), Challenging behaviors
Modalities: DBT, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Individual therapy, Family therapy, Group therapy, Case management
Approximate published capacity: 15

Insurance and payment

Insurance listed: Massachusetts Department of Mental Health
Payment notes: Primarily DMH-funded referrals (also DCF, DYS, DDS possible). Verify insurance and payment directly.

Credentials and public record

Accreditation: The Joint Commission
Public record: Not yet checked
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Location

Address: 365 East Street, P.O. Box 1148, Special Building, Tewksbury, MA 01876
County: Middlesex County

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Provider website · Source date May 25, 2026
Massachusetts DMH · Source date May 25, 2026

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