Amherst Neighbors' volunteers help residents of Amherst and Pelham over the age of 55 thrive at home by helping with simple every-day tasks, and offering meaningful companionship. Amherst Neighbors also has a virtual component, where members can find monthly writing, gardening groups, book discussion, social justice presentations, and discussions o...
The Amherst Senior Center offers supportive services and recreational programs to older adults in the Amherst area. No membership is required, though some classes and events may require an RSVP. Please see the website or call for a full list of services and activities. Services include: Activities, classes, and events Brown Bag grocery distribut...
The Belchertown Senior Center offers supportive services and recreational programs to residents of Belchertown ages 60 and over. Please see the website for a monthly newsletter with detailed information about current programs offered at the Belchertown Senior Center. Registration is required for meals, rides, and some classes. Call the Senior Cente...
The Family Caregiver Support Program is available to help caregivers in need of assistance and support. Services can include individual support, support groups, information and resources, and education. The program is available to all caregivers caring for someone 60 years of age or older, caring for someone under the age of 60 who has a physical o...
CSO Clubhouses, The Green River House and The Quabbin House, provide rehabilitative vocational, social, and recreational programming. Club members have the opportunity to engage in various work units within the Clubhouse, receive assistance with writing resumes, search for jobs and build interview skills. Social and recreational programming includ...
A Viability Clubhouse is a place where individuals with disabilities and other societal disadvantages gain access to opportunities that connect them with the community, employment, education and friendships. More than a program or social service, a Clubhouse is a community of people working together to achieve a common goal. Clubhouses offer Housin...
Viability Day Habilitation Programs provide people with disabilities with a structured, goal oriented, active treatment program that aims to raise levels of functioning. Those who participate Viability Day Habilitation Programs have access to a variety of specialized activity units including culinary arts, relaxation, sensory, social, recreation an...
Nonotuck Resource Associates provides residential and community support services for people with developmental disabilities. Day Services helps each person expand his or her circle of relationships, increases their natural involvement in their community and expands their vocational and general life skills. People work, volunteer, and pursue hobbies...
The Dementia Caregiver's Support Group is for caregivers of people with memory disorders like, but not limited to, Alzheimer's disease. The in-person support group offers participants a place to ask questions, share experiences and get answers. From time to time, the group hears from speakers and views films about dementia and caregiver concerns.Li...
ServiceNet offers several specialized support services for individuals with a developmental disability or autism including: Behavioral Health Support: Clinical services include case management, peer support, advocacy, and individual or group therapy. ServiceNet Behavioral Health Centers offer treatment for anxiety and depression, communication s...
The Down Syndrome Resource Group of Western Massachusetts (DSRGWM) helps families discover and embrace the potential of raising a child with Down syndrome by providing information about family support, resources, parent training, and social opportunities.The DSRGWM supports all individuals with Down Syndrome, their families, caregivers, and communi...
The Easthampton Council on Aging offers supportive services and recreational programs to residents of Easthampton ages 55 and over. Some programs are open to the general public, with preference going to Easthampton residents. Registration is usually required for classes and events, and registration is always required for meals and rides. Most class...
Easthampton Neighbors offers free assistive services to help Easthampton residents 55 and over who want to continue living independently. The services provided by Easthampton Neighbors’ volunteers include running Errands, Light Housework/Chores, Grocery Shopping and Delivery, Phone Check-Ins and Friendly Visits, and Transportation for Medical Appoi...
Family Empowerment is a Family Support Center for Hampshire and Franklin Counties providing assistance to those caring for a family member with a disability, of any age, by helping find state and local resources and in developing a unique plan of action to support the family’s needs. Whether the care is for a preschooler, a school-age child, a tee...
The United Arc’s Family Support Centers provide supports to families caring for a family member who meets eligibility criteria with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). Primary supports offered include service navigation, information and referral, family trainings and support groups, community connections, social/ recreational opportunit...
The United Arc's Frontier Club is a self-advocacy group that fosters peer support, community inclusion, leadership development, advocacy at the state and local levels, social events, and learning opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Grandparent and Kinship Care Support Group provides support to grandparents and other relatives who are raising their grandchildren. The support group meets twice a month where grandparents can share their experiences and receive support from others. We also provide resources on a variety of topics related to child rearing and being a grandpare...
HealthWise is an integrated chronic disease patient self-management program designed to help with concerns such as creating an exercise plan, losing weight, managing diabetes, quitting smoking, starting a walking routine or improving your nutrition.Health Wise is designed for patients to be pro-active in managing their own health care. We have a le...
Highland Valley Elder Services Information and Referral Services help to introduce a free and friendly conversation about community resources and services available to those aged 60 and over. Our Care Advisors provide comprehensive information including: Care Management Services: Long-term case management to help elders and family care-givers. Fami...
Neighbors at Home offers assistive services and volunteer opportunities to help Northfield residents 50 and over who want to continue living independently. Services include Transportation, Light House/Yard Work, Social Connection, Phone Check-Ins, and Computer/Internet Technical Support. To become a member, fill out the form on the Neighbors at Hom...
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