About Us
Thom Child and Family Services has been supporting the needs of young children and their families since 1921. Last year over 10,000 infants, toddlers, and families received early intervention services from a Thom program. We are passionate about our work and committed to our mission.
Thom offers an array of services to families, children and other professionals. Research findings continue to demonstrate that comprehensive, high-quality early intervention services are able to minimize the effects of medical and environmental risks, diagnosed disabilities and developmental delays. Our early intervention teams deliver these services within the context of families and communities.
We believe that attracting and retaining talented staff who are committed to working collaboratively with the families they serve is vital to sustaining Thom’s mission. Our diverse staff, drawn from numerous professional disciplines (including occupational and physical therapy, nursing, social work, speech-language pathology, early childhood development, and mental health counseling), work as a team to help families achieve the goals they have set for their child.
With hundreds of employees and 14 programs, Thom Child and Family Services is able to quickly respond to referrals to our Early Intervention, Pregnancy and Newborn Support, and Regional Consultation Programs. We provide services to infants, toddlers, and their families in 161 cities and towns in Massachusetts.

"I went from feeling powerless by the circumstances under which my child was born, to feeling powerful by the knowledge of how to specifically help my son.”
Latest News From Thom
Empowering Thom Child and Family Services Staff Through Fazzio Scholarships
Thom Child and Family Services is thrilled to announce the recipients of the Phyllis A. Fazzio Scholarship Program for fiscal year 2026. Seven dedicated employees will […]
New Intake Coordinator Named at Thom Mystic Valley
Thom Mystic Valley is proud to recognize Joanne Flanagan as she steps into her new role as Intake Coordinator. Joanne enjoys supporting colleagues and has been […]Massachusetts Early Intervention: Essential Resources for Families
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts maintains a page on their website dedicated to helping families navigate the Early Intervention (EI) system. This valuable page emphasizes the vital […]Supporting Families and Fostering Growth at Thom Mystic Valley
Thom Mystic Valley is proud to recognize Catie Pitkin for her ongoing work and commitment to children and families. Catie has been a Developmental Specialist at […]


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Our Services

Early Intervention
Early Intervention (EI) in Massachusetts is a statewide, family-centered, developmental service. Thom Child & Family Services offers the earliest possible intervention and support for children birth to three years old and their families. Children can be eligible based upon developmental delays, identified disabilities, or certain birth or environmental circumstances that can put development at risk. Early Intervention services are provided in a child’s natural environment. Regular visits with Early Intervention providers can occur at home, at childcare, and in other community settings.

Pregnancy Support
Thom Child & Family Services offers free home visits to pregnant women, new mothers and their infants who live in the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts.

Regional Consultation
Regional Consultation Programs (RCPs) provide consultation, family support, and community-wide workshops and training in Massachusetts. Eligible children must be enrolled in a certified Early Intervention Program and meet one or more of the following criteria: the child has extensive medical and/or healthcare needs, complex care needs, or multiple disabilities.
Our Locations

10 locations and 14 programs serving more than 14,000 families
from 161 cities and towns each year!
★ Marlboro