Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
43 years,
What is your primary product or service?
Bridge is the premier agency in the Greater Boston Area which provides services and support for runaways and homeless youth.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Bridge's founders were teachers in the late 1960's who recognized the growing crisis of vulnerable homeless youth living on the streets. They began to reach out to these youngsters and offer counseling and emergency services.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Bridge has over 40 years experience serving homeless youth and developed many of today's best-practice programs to serve them. Bridge offers a broad-ranged continuum of care, which includes street outreach, emergency health care, drop-in services, survival aid, education and career development, and residential services.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Headquarters downtown across from the Boston Common and a transitional residential complex in Brighton.
Provide detailed directions to your location
47 West Street, across from the Boston Common.
What type of payments do you accept?
All Bridge services are free.
Which areas do you service?
Greater Boston.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Elisabeth Jackson, Executive Director
What are your hours of operation?
8:15 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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