Ways to Beat the Heat This Summer

 Thank you for the participation in the last trivia question! The question asked where the first Caritas home was located and the answer is 27 Beale Street, Dorchester, MA!

Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer!

June 21st marks the first official day of Summer and what better way to kick off the season than highlighting ways to beat the heat over the next few months! You can be sure to find a way to make a splash this Summer wherever your JMC & Co community may be.

Quincy Commons is conveniently located just 2 blocks away from Wollaston Beach. Bask in the sun and enjoy fish tacos from Baja Box located just across the street while taking in the ocean views. Head to Marina Bay for drinks and dinner on the water at one of the many popular restaurants.

Wollaston Beach, Quincy, MA

Sunset View from The Reelhouse Restaurant, Marina Bay

For those located up North, Canobie Lake Park is a great summer activity. Canobie is famous for its many rides, games, and attractions for everyone to enjoy. The new Waterpark

Caritas Communities Get Social for a Good Cause!

 Thank you for participating in the last trivia question! It asked what the purpose of  The Sto was before it became an apartment community. The answer is a factory. The town of Stoughton was well known as an industrial hub for shoemaking. If you ever find yourself in the model apartment be sure to check out the antique shoe bookends on the TV console!

The Young Leaders Committee Celebrates the 9th Annual Get Social for a Good Cause Event!

As many of you know, John M. Corcoran & Company has a deep-rooted relationship with Caritas Communities. P. Leo Corcoran, John Corcoran's partner, founded this 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1985. The mission states, "At Caritas, we prevent homelessness by providing very low-income individuals with permanent housing, support, a sense of community and expanded opportunities. Since 1985, Caritas has helped fill the need for safe, secure housing in Greater Boston."

The Young Leader Committee was created in 2014 to facilitate the significant growth in volunteer leadership. According to the Caritas website, "Our Young Leader Committee serves to engage other young professionals in the Boston area to improve the lives of our lowest income neighbors through