The Bridge Center

11/10/2025

Recently, our Assistive Technology staff attended the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Assistive Technology Conference in Marlborough.

Louise Colbourne, Director of Assistive Technology, and Kristi Peak-Oliveira, Assistant Director of Assistive Technology, hosted a table and presented during breakout sessions. Topics included an AAC Case Study and Assistive Technology for Safety and Subscriptions.

The conference brought together DDS staff and Supportive Technology Provider representatives to increase awareness and explore the “Technology First” approach in person-centered planning.

We are proud to partner with Mass. DDS for a variety of programs: https://bit.ly/49bMpA3

11/07/2025

🐴💛 A special invitation for Equestrian Center supporters: new and longtime donors! Join us Saturday, November 29, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. for a heartwarming afternoon with our gentle therapy herd.

✨ Meet our horses, goats, and bunny
🌟 Experience the joy they bring to our community
💌 Learn how you can support their care through sponsorships
🤝 Connect with fellow donors

It is the perfect way to spend Thanksgiving weekend, full of gratitude, connection, and furry hugs.

📲 Register now and get all the details at https://bit.ly/3Xh5qtv

11/06/2025

In two weeks, join ESMA and Center For Living And Working, Inc, for an interactive youth-centered open house!

📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025
🕔 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Walnut Room, 18 Chestnut Street, Worcester, MA 01608

Come explore, connect, and engage with the community! RSVP here: https://bit.ly/493oeDS

11/05/2025

Come meet our amazing therapy animals: horses, goats, and even a bunny! 🐎🐐🐰 They are the heart of our programs and want to show off their unique personalities, greet new friends, and share how they help our community thrive.

🐴✨ Hooves & Gratitude: Open House with the Herd
📅 Saturday, November 29, 2025
🕐 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Equestrian Center, Bridgewater, MA

💛 Learn how you can support their care through sponsorships
👋 Mingle with your favorite furry faces
🎉 Enjoy our animal partners showcasing accessible mounting and unmounted groundwork, and even painting!

Tap the link for full event details: https://bit.ly/3WEp02E. We look forward to seeing you at the barn!

11/04/2025

Join Easterseals Massachusetts, MassAbility, and Berkshire Bank tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the 20th Anniversary Celebration of the Massachusetts Alternative Finance Program.

Come and hear from individuals impacted by this critical program and connect with all of our community agencies and partners who work to ensure that everyone across the Commonwealth can reach their full potential! We are thankful for the support of our Legislative Event Sponsor: Senator Robyn Kennedy, Worcester 1st District, and Community Sponsor: Norwood Hearing Center. Learn More: https://bit.ly/42VGJpS

11/03/2025

We are looking for dedicated members of our community to join one of ESMA’s Regional Boards!

As a Regional Board Member of Easterseals Massachusetts, you are joining a great group of dedicated individuals who perform a variety of duties to raise awareness, advocate, fundraise, and support clients of Easterseals Massachusetts. There are both in-person and virtual opportunities to use your personal skills to support the ESMA mission to provide services to ensure children and adults with disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

Responsibilities Include:
- Understand the organization’s mission, programs, and policies, and inform others about ESMA.
- Help to enhance ESMA's public profile and network within Massachusetts communities and the business areas.
- Attend and participate in Regional Board meetings via Microsoft Teams on the second Monday of the month, from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Support the organization financially by donating or helping with fundraising activities.
- Serve on at least one subcommittee and attend meetings.
- Aide in making connections between the organization and your personal network to promote and grow ESMA programs in Massachusetts.
-Actively recruit new board members.

Visit https://bit.ly/3WRZvLv to learn more.

10/31/2025

Congratulations to Sharon, Human Resources Coordinator, for reaching the milestone of 5 dedicated years of service at Easterseals Massachusetts! Sharon shared, "My favorite part of working at Easterseals is the work/ life balance, as well as working with such a great group of people who all embrace the ESMA mission and values. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking in nature, painting, reading, and spending time with my family and friends." We are grateful for your commitment, Sharon!

Interested in a career at Easterseals? Visit Careers at careers.eastersealsma.org to view current positions and apply.

10/30/2025

Trunk or Treat at The Bridge Center was a night full of Halloween magic, made possible thanks to all of YOU! From candy, games, and crafts to Touch-a-Truck fun, raffle baskets, and more, it was the perfect celebration. A heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who joined us in making this event truly special!

🎃 A special shoutout goes to The Bridgewater Lions Club! With your help, parking ran smoothly, and guests arrived with ease. Thank you for your incredible support!

👻 We also want to thank The Bridge Center and Equestrian Center volunteers and ESMA employees for dedicating their time and effort to making this great event possible. Your support made all the difference!

🏅 Congratulations to Pampered Pooch of Bridgewater for winning the People’s Choice award for Best Decorated Trunk! Their Dragon and Haunted Tree display delighted us all!

🍭Thank you, event sponsors: Senior Whole Health Molina Healthcare, Village Speech, Bayer, Revolution Performing Arts, Norris Law, PLLC, Schooley Mitchell, RI Novelty, and Webster Timber Lanes, who made this magical night possible.

Thank you all for helping bring Halloween to life in Bridgewater. We are excited to see you next year!

10/24/2025

🎃👻Join us TONIGHT for our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat happening on Friday, October 24, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.! Join us for a FREE evening filled with Halloween fun, candy, games, Touch-a-Truck, raffle baskets, and more! Additionally, Loco Larry's Tacos MA, Black Hat Brew Works, and Sweet 16 Ice Cream will be on site, serving up delicious food, sweets, and refreshing beverages.

Thank you, event sponsors: Senior Whole Health Molina Healthcare, Village Speech, Bayer, Revolution Performing Arts, Norris Law, PLLC, Schooley Mitchell, RI Novelty, and Webster Timber Lanes.

10/21/2025

The countdown is on for our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat happening this Friday, October 24, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.! Join us for a FREE evening filled with Halloween fun, candy, games, Touch-a-Truck, raffle baskets, and more! Additionally, Loco Larry's Tacos MA, Black Hat Brew Works, and Sweet 16 Ice Cream will be on site, serving up delicious food, sweets, and refreshing beverages. We still have space for decorated cars to join the fun, and we are also looking for volunteers to help with parking. Email us at tbc@eastersealsma.org.

Thank you, event sponsors: Senior Whole Health Molina Healthcare, Village Speech, Bayer, Revolution Performing Arts, Norris Law, PLLC, Schooley Mitchell, RI Novelty, and Webster Timber Lanes.

10/21/2025

The U.S. Department of Labor, in the following video https://bit.ly/3WBHcdn highlights National Disability Employment Awareness Month and some of the tangible benefits of employing people with disabilities. At Easterseals Massachusetts, we are proud to help people with disabilities find meaningful employment both directly through employment services and indirectly through all of our other services.

Each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, or “NDEAM,” we recognize the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American...

10/17/2025

The countdown is on for our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat happening this Friday, October 24, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.! Join us for a FREE evening filled with Halloween fun, candy, games, Touch-a-Truck, raffle baskets, and more! We still have space for decorated cars to join the fun, and we are also looking for volunteers to help with parking. To sign up, please email tbc@eastersealsma.org.

Thank you to our event sponsors: Molina Healthcare, Village Speech and Language Center, Bayer, Revolution Performing Arts, Norris Law, PLLC, Schooley Mitchell, RI Novelty, and Webster Timber Lanes.