The Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester is celebrating a milestone year for Mike Joyce.The club’s senior vice president of operations has been serving local families through his work at the club for 45 years.President and CEO Bob Scannell called him a legend.“No one works harder,” Scannell said. “He doesn’t tire somehow. We’re always amazed.”Joyce was 16 when he took a summer job at the club and never left. “The organization’s been around for a total of 50 years. Mike’s been here for all but five of those years,” Scannell said. “It tells you a lot about him and his dedication.”Tome Barros said he felt that dedication. He came to the club to play basketball as a kid, he said Joyce helped him find much more.”He just had a way of making you feel like this was your home,” Barros said.A home where Joyce encouraged Barros to contribute.”Mike asked me …
5 for Good: Dorchester’s Mike Joyce marks 45 years with Boys and Girls Clubs [Video]
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