01/23/2026
Today we celebrated the opening of our new YouthQuake Access Center, located in Lowell at 40 Church Street.
YouthQuake is a drop-in youth and young adult access center that supports people aged 16-26. This program provides low-barrier access to meet the needs of young people; referrals or diagnoses are not required. The center is equipped with laundry and showers, a free clothing closet, and a full kitchen. There is no cost for the young adults who need us, regardless of health insurance.
We heard remarks from President and CEO Jean Yang, Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Acting Commissioner Beth Lucas, Vinfen staff, as well as Tikyra Downs and John Martin who are members of YouthQuake.
Thank you to State Rep. Tara Hong, State Representative Vanna Howard, and Rodney Elliott for State Senate for participating in our open house and supporting this program for young adults across Greater Lowell.