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Courtney Schleicher riding a horse

Life on the farm suits Schleicher

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

If Cushing alumna Courtney Schleicher could be anywhere, it would be on a farm or out on the water. Luckily, in Yarmouth, Maine, she can have both. 

Eagle Scout Joe Hamblin (orange shirt) and his troop build a sensory path for the Cushing community.

Cushing benefits from Eagle Scout’s honor

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

Cushing students and adults are enjoying a new sensory path, thanks to the efforts of Eagle Scout Joe Hamblin, a member of Troop 49 in Kingston. 

Fun Run participants at the starting line

3rd annual Cushing Fun Run and Harvest Festival

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

Cushing is gearing up for its third annual Fun Run on Saturday, October 25.

Martin Kriensky, parent of a graduate

Parent pays it forward with estate gift

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

When Martin Kriensky found a spot for his son, David, at Cardinal Cushing Centers, it was one of the best decisions for their family. 

Volunteers from Linden Ponds

Lending a hand for Cushing

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

The importance of Cushing’s volunteers cannot be overstated. Throughout the year, they can be seen supporting staff in programs for students and adults; assisting in the MarketPlace shops; helping with maintenance and landscaping; coaching athletic teams; or assisting with skills such as music or cooking.

Kim Kroha

Kroha happy to land on Cushing board

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

Since joining the Cushing board two years ago, attorney Kim Kroha has been inspired by what she has seen.

Cushing's St. Coletta Classic golf tournament

Cushing grows with the help of others

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

This is such an exciting time for Cardinal Cushing Centers as we are seeing so much growth —within our garden and grounds, our volunteer base and even the age range of the individuals we serve.

Theo Duong (photo by Katie Morrison)

Cushing welcomes younger cohort to Hanover

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

Cushing has welcomed some younger faces this fall, with the opening of two early elementary classrooms.

Patrick Bradbury picking corn grown in the Cushing garden

Cushing’s garden grows

By cushingcenters | October 1, 2025

From bountiful harvests to new expansions, Cushing’s garden continues to grow — in more ways than one. 

two students in a floating boat

“Will It Float?” 2025 Boat Regatta

By 3thought | August 29, 2025

Cushing’s annual “Will It Float?” Boat Regatta was another huge success this year, with 8 entries!  Thanks to the hard work of Cushing students, Anne Matheson from Industrial Arts, and…

June 2025 Norwell Neighbors Magazine Cover featuring Cardinal Cushing Student Ainsley

Thriving with Purpose: Ainsley’s Journey at Cardinal Cushing Centers

By CushingMarketing | June 24, 2025

Published in Norwell Neighbors, June 2025 By Katelyn Stevens | Professional Photos by Jackie Averill When you meet Ainsley DiTomaso, it’s impossible not to be drawn in by her bright…

Jessica Rowe sends a kiss to her parents during the Cardinal Cushing Centers' graduation in Hanover on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Congratulations to the Cardinal Cushing Centers Graduating Class of 2025!

By cushingcenters | June 20, 2025

Twenty incredible people were part of Cushing’s graduating class on Saturday, June 14th – a day full of proud students, families, and staff. 

Henry, Meg, and Nancy pose at the 2025 Cushing Springtime Gala

2025 Springtime Gala Raises Nearly $600,000 for People with Disabilities

By CushingMarketing | May 27, 2025

Evening’s “Legacy of Giving” theme honors the next generation of philanthropists Cardinal Cushing Centers, an organization that has been supporting exceptional students and adults since 1947 and is one of…

ASD Fit Boston founder Ryan Feeney helps Cushing student Reggie Charnel, left, during an exercise.

Shaping up at Cushing

By cushingcenters | April 28, 2025

Cushing students are gaining new enthusiasm when it comes to exercise, thanks to a partnership with ASD Fit Boston, a leader in the adaptive fitness community.

Special education teacher Eddie Cameron helps Hull High School students Dylan Grier and Mark Robbs show off their culinary work.

Cushing opens doors for vocational students

By cushingcenters | April 28, 2025

Cardinal Cushing Centers’ commitment to vocational training doesn’t include only its own students and adult participants.Â