Gould Farm, established in 1913, is first residential community in the nation devoted to helping adults surmount mental health challenges and progress toward recovery, wellness, and greater independence through a combination of community living, meaningful work, and clinical support. The guests of Gould Farm enjoy the safety and security of a warm and welcoming family-like community that is composed of staff, families, volunteers, and fellow guests. All members are not only accepted, but they are also deeply respected and celebrated for their unique individuality.
Gould Farm’s Roadside Store and Cafe has been a fixture of Monterey, Massachusetts since 1978. Over the years, we have been featured in magazines such as Bon Apetit, the New York Times, Esquire, and Edible Berkshires. People come for the pancakes and stay for the warm atmosphere.
For over four decades, they served up farm fresh food for the community and provided a healing work environment for people with mental health challenges. At 100 years old, the former structure that used to house Roadside was no longer meeting the needs of our guests. After several months of careful planning and thanks to the generosity of many donors, the brand new and improved Roadside Store and Cafe is on track to reopen in 2024.