Dorchester Center
1855 Dorchester Ave
Dorchester, MA 02124
Ph: (617) 825-0838
Fax: (617) 436-5141

Volunteer at this Center
Download AWC's volunteer application (PDF file) and return it to the Dorchester Center.

We currently are looking for volunteers to help with our parenting classes. If you want to help set up/clean up, share your experience as a mom/dad, or just befriend a new mom/dad, give Marilyn Brown, Director a call at (617) 825-9814.

Layette Donations (New & Used)
We always accept the following size 0-3 months layette items.  Below are the components of one layette for a mom-to-be.
1 hand-knit or heavy blanket
3 receiving blankets
2 baby hooded towels
3 undershirts 0-3
3 "Onesies"0-6 months
3 pairs of socks
1 sweater
5 sleepers/nightgowns 0-6 months
2 outfits 0-6 months
2 crib sheets
3 Baby bibs
1 Diaper bag
5 Bottles
2 Pacifiers
1 of each of the following: Baby Powder, Baby wash, Baby Shampoo, Baby Lotion
1 small stuffed animal or infant toy
1 item for the new mom (bedroom slippers, robe, etc.)
Possibly one large item such as a stroller, changing table, dresser, or crib (with bumper). These items can be slightly used. Please call your local center to find out which item the mom would prefer.