The HOPE Center

04/26/2026

Thank you – from the HOPE Center! As we reflect on the opening of our HOPE Center in Braintree two years ago today, we are filled with gratitude for everyone who contributes to its success and growth. The HOPE Center is a program of Sheriff Patrick McDermott and the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office. It supports justice involved individuals and stands as a community resource for anyone searching for healing, opportunity, purpose, and engagement.
2025 was a big year for the HOPE Center. We saw 499 clients, including more than two hundred referrals from our correctional center, and 150 clients from surrounding towns.
The HOPE Center also opened a satellite office in Quincy.
Congratulations to HOPE Center Program Director Cheryl Portman, and Assistant Deputy Superintendent of Rehabilitative Services Matthew Sisk, and all the NSO teams supporting individuals who are transitioning back into our communities and giving them a clearer path to success, post-incarceration.

04/08/2026

03/27/2026

Experience a powerful weekend of music, wellness, and healing led by Dr. Kathy Bullock and the Berklee Music and Health Institute. Come sing, connect, and be inspired alongside the Joyful Noise Choir!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at The Hope Center!

09/24/2025

Stand up and have some fun at the HOPE Center! We are offering a six-week workshop to teach people in recovery the basics of stand up comedy, featuring Alex Mann.
Have people told you that you should do stand up?
Want to get something off your bucket list?
Looking to be a better public speaker?
This workshop is for you.
We all have funny stories that people love to hear.
We will work together to take your stories and jokes and make a five-minute set that you can take to open mics and maybe start your own journey into comedy.
Alex Mann has been performing for over 10 years as a stand up and improv comedian.
He’s performed all over New England and the U.S.
Scan the QR code, or register here:
https://www.alexmanncomedy.com/hope

09/13/2025

Norfolk County Recovery Fest

09/13/2025

09/13/2025

Sound check has begun!
The Norfolk County Recovery Fest - TODAY- Saturday, September 13th, at the Public Safety Complex, 2015 Washington Street, in Braintree, from 11 am to 3 pm.
This is a featured event of !
Don't miss performances by Justin Clancy Christian Champagne & The Kind Souls, The Glow, Jess Destramp, and the legend Steve Sweeney.
Our host and MC is the amazing Mathematics-mx Grands
Attendees ages 10 and older can try the sheriff’s exciting Zip Line, a graffiti wall with Swerve and Jay Mac, and there will be games for all, including miniature golf and complimentary food from the Sheriff’s Tactical Picnic Unit.
See you in Braintree!

09/12/2025

We’re just hours away from the Norfolk County Recovery Fest & the forecast is looking amazing!

Saturday, September 13th | 11AM–3PM
2015 Washington Street, Braintree

Come see live performances by Justin Clancy, Mathematics, Christian Champagne & The Kind Souls, The Glow, and more!

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, enjoy the sunshine, and be part of a powerful day filled with music and hope.