Vinfen

04/28/2026

🎼 Don’t wait – get your tickets now! https://bit.ly/4cwudmi

We hope you’ll join us for this special evening of music and impact at our Benefit Night with the Longwood Symphony Orchestra next Friday in Boston. All proceeds directly support Vinfen programs. Come for the music, stay for the mission.

04/23/2026

Earlier this month, Metro Boston self-advocates attended the 21st Annual Autism Advocacy Day. This event was centered on “Safeguarding Our Future: Defending Critical Services for the Autism Community,” and was held at the Massachusetts State House.

This event brought together self- advocates, community members, and leaders to raise awareness and facilitate meaningful change for individuals with autism and disabilities. Our self- advocates had the opportunity to meet Senator Paul Feeney and State Senator Vanna Howard who were recognized as Distinguished Legislators for their commitment to supporting individuals with autism and disabilities.

This was a successful and inspiring event, and we are very proud of all those who made their voices heard.

04/22/2026

Thank you to State Rep. Bill MacGregor, Rep. Rob Consalvo, and State Representative Sam Montaño for taking time yesterday to visit Webster House and let some of our members show you around the program. We are grateful for your continued support and advocacy, which is critical to our community.

04/21/2026

🎼Get tickets today! https://bit.ly/4cwudmi

Experience the power of live music in a welcoming, inclusive environment designed for all. This performance is thoughtfully created as a disability-friendly space where every guest can feel comfortable and supported. We offer a relaxed atmosphere, sensory-aware accommodations, and dedicated quiet rooms for anyone who may need a break during the concert. Whether you are a seasoned concertgoer or attending for the first time, you are invited to enjoy the music in a way that works best for you. All are welcome here.

Longwood Symphony Orchestra

04/17/2026

📆 Join us on Tuesday!

Please share with your networks if you know someone that might be a good fit for our Rockland Day Habilitation program. We are seeking compassionate individuals who want to support members of their community with skill building, engaging activities, and making meaningful connections.

04/16/2026

Join us at NAMIWalks Massachusetts! 👟

This inspiring day is in just one month and we're looking forward to coming together with the mental health community to walk in support of each other. Stop by the Vinfen table to grab a t-shirt, enjoy some refreshments, and learn more about the services and supports we offer for individuals and families.

Better yet: walk with us! Join the Vinfen team and help us raise awareness, reduce stigma, and show that mental health matters.

For more info, visit: https://www.namiwalks.org/teams/vinfennami2026
We can make a difference, one step at a time.

04/15/2026

We celebrate neurodiversity and stand alongside individuals with autism and their families every day. Through our Autism Support Center at Vinfen (ASC), we offer a wide range of services designed to empower, connect, and support.

From information and referrals to family trainings, peer support, and social opportunities, the ASC helps children and young adults with autism, and their loved ones, navigate every stage of the journey. We also provide guidance on accessing services, building community connections, and developing skills for greater independence.

Whether you’re seeking support, resources, or a sense of community, we are here for you.
Learn more at: https://vinfen.org/ASC/ 💙

04/14/2026

The March edition of HELEN Journal featured Denise, one of our end-of-year fundraising participants who shared how our TechConnect program has improved her quality of life through the use of technology to assist her in everyday tasks, managing her health, and connection with loved ones and her community.

Denise shared, “I can’t imagine going back to the way things were before. And I hope others won’t have to. Because everyone deserves the tools to live as independently as possible. TechConnect didn’t just give me an iPad or a phone. It gave me more of my life back.”

➡️ Read the full story:

Blind since birth, Denise Baker shares how Vinfen’s TechConnect program transformed her independence through accessible technology. From AI apps that describe surroundings to voice assistants and digital tools, technology has helped her navigate daily life with confidence while highlighting why di...

04/10/2026

A new children’s library has arrived in the CBHC waiting room, bringing stories, comfort, and smiles to our youngest visitors. If you have children’s books you’d like to pass along, we warmly welcome your donations.

📚 Book drop-off location:
📍 391 Varnum Avenue in Lowell

04/09/2026

🎼 Get tickets today! https://bit.ly/4cwudmi

We’re one month away from our benefit evening with Longwood Symphony Orchestra! Kick Mother’s Day weekend off with a stunning night of classical and orchestral offerings. You’ll hear Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No.1, in D minor, as well as the world premiere of a piece by composer Heather Hyo Eun Ahn, commissioned specifically by the LSO.

🎟️ Your ticket includes:
✨ Admission to a breathtaking performance
✨ A pre-show reception with conductor Jotaro Nakano
✨ Support for the critical work we do each day

This isn't just a concert—it's music with purpose. We hope to see you there!

04/07/2026

We're reflecting on this year’s Film Festival and how it felt so meaningful to us. We were honored to welcome nearly 400 guests to GBH Studios for a powerful day of storytelling, connection, and community.

Through inspiring films and conversations, we explored resilience, creativity, and lived experiences—sparking important dialogue and advancing our shared mission to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

A heartfelt thank you to our filmmakers, panelists, sponsors, partners, and the dedicated staff and volunteers who made it all possible. And to our incredible guests—your presence and engagement made the day truly special.

We’re grateful to share this experience with you and look forward to next year!

Recovery City directed by Lisa Olivieri
ASD Band: The Movie
The Beautiful Worlds of David Riley
Patrice: The Movie
Row of Life

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor HUB International and our Producer Sponsor Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

04/06/2026

Last week, President and CEO Jean Yang along with leadership from Riverside Community Care, Advocates, Inc., and Bay Cove Human Services, shared our experiences with the effects of the housing voucher freeze at the State House.

It was an impactful session brought to the attention of legislators and staffers to showcase how the voucher freeze impacts people we serve, and how affordable housing is foundational to recovery for people living with serious mental health conditions.

It was wonderful to have people join us with lived experience who could speak firsthand on this matter, including Enrique Fortun, who works with Vinfen. Thank you to Massachusetts Association for Mental Health, Senator Jamie Eldridge, and Representative Sean Garballey for hosting this important briefing.