Home and Community Connection

03/24/2026

📅 Don’t miss our Calendar Raffle Fundraiser, before it ends! 📣 With a $10 donation, you can unlock a full month of chances to win daily prizes throughout April.

To donate, scan the QR code on the flyer or visit this link: https://tinyurl.com/44tf9x2e

Winners will be announced every Monday beginning April 6th, which means many joyful moments to look forward to as the month unfolds. Every donation helps sustain programming that supports independence, nurtures connection, and creates meaningful community inclusion for the individuals we support.

This is a golden opportunity to give, to win, and to make a difference that lasts! 💛

03/23/2026

The policies around us influence access, stability, and daily wellbeing. The Massachusetts West Region Self Advocacy Policy Education Series offers a welcoming space to explore these topics, ask meaningful questions, and strengthen understanding together.

The first session will be held on March 31st, at 5:30 pm on Zoom, and will focus on housing policies. Please join if it feels right for you and spread the word. 💛

We invite you to join us for the Massachusetts West Region Self Advocacy Policy Education Series. We will host monthly events, focusing on understanding, individual policies, and the way that they impact the everyday lives of people with disabilities. Some of the policies covered will include understanding, Social Security benefits, food, assistance programs (like SNAP or WIC) and immigration policies. Participants in the events will also have opportunities to provide feedback on what topics they are most interested in discussing so that we can make the events as specific and relevant as possible. We are living through a turbulent time in the policy landscape, and we hope that providing opportunities to understand more about this process, and its outcomes will empower self advocates to feel more confident and better informed in their voting decisions. First session is March 31st at 5:30pm on zoom. We will be discussing housing policy. If you have questions please contact Amber Pettell, Peer Coordinator at (413) 535-6999 or APettell@wmtcinfo.org

03/10/2026

❤️📚Our community came together for a beautiful Black History Month lunch and learn that uplifted the powerful legacy of Mildred and Richard Loving. The couple challenged Virginia’s law that made their marriage illegal, and their case reached the Supreme Court, which ruled in 1967 that people have the freedom to marry the person they love. Their courage opened the door for countless families and affirmed that love and commitment deserve respect and protection.

Through guided reflections, and engaging icebreakers, we created a gentle and welcoming space for honest conversation, shared experiences, and deep listening. Participants offered stories from their own lives, shared delicious food inspired by Black culture, and built connections across tables reminding us how collective understanding helps us grow stronger together.

Let this moment inspire us to keep choosing curiosity, compassion, and community care. 🌟

02/19/2026

📅 Join our Calendar Raffle Fundraiser!✨

Make a 10$ donation to purchase your calendar now through Friday, March 20th, and you will be entered to win daily prizes all throughout April. Winners will be announced each Monday starting April 6th, so there are plenty of chances to celebrate.

Your support does more than enter you into a raffle. It helps sustain programming that uplifts independence, builds connection, and creates meaningful community inclusion for the individuals we support.

Give today.
Win all April.
Make an impact that lasts all year. 💛



To donate, scan the QR code on the flyer or follow this link: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/homecommunityconnections.

01/13/2026

09/24/2025

🌟 Looking for a career that makes a difference?
The Consortium is more than a workplace—it’s a movement rooted in equity, healing, and transformation. We’re seeking passionate individuals in human services and community bridging to join our mission-driven team.

💼 Whether you're a peer advocate, community connector, or change agent, there's a place for you here.
✨ Work in a supportive, inclusive environment where your lived experience and voice matter.

🔗 Explore opportunities and apply today: wmtcinfo.org/employment

07/21/2025

Our Massachusetts West Region Self Advocacy program supports the 35th Anniversary of the ADA—a landmark law for disability rights and inclusion, and will be heading to Boston this Wednesday, July 23rd for a march and rally. We need support with helping self advocates get there! Please consider making a donation today to help us reach our $400 goal!

Every dollar helps make our voices heard. The Western Massachusetts Training ConsortiumMassachusetts West Region Self Advocacy

06/10/2025

🚀 You're Invited: Same-Day Hiring Event! 🚀
📅 Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: The Consortium Training & Recruitment Center
185 High Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Looking to start or grow your career in Human Services?

We’re hiring for multiple roles, including:

Program Managers
Program Supervisors
Direct Care Support Specialists
Support Staff
✅ Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
💼 Starting at $18/hour
🎯 On-the-spot interviews available!

At Home & Community Connections, we’re committed to providing innovative, person-centered support that empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives. Join a team that values compassion, inclusion, and impact.

✨ Don’t miss this chance to launch your career and make a real difference. Apply on-site and start your journey with us!

We can’t wait to meet you!

04/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations, Danielle! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Danielle, our Spiritual Care Coordinator, in the completion of the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) training at Baystate Hospital. As an Interfaith Chaplain, Danielle shown remarkable dedication to tending to the emotional and spiritual wellbeing of families and individuals during some of life's most challenging moments.

Through pastoral dialogue, interfaith prayer, and facilitating end-of-life rituals, Danielle has offered a compassionate and supportive presence to those navigating illness, loss, and unexpected life events. Her commitment to providing comfort and care is truly inspiring.

Join us in congratulating Danielle on this significant achievement and wishing her continued success in her journey of service and compassion. 🌟

01/02/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉

As we reflect on the past year, we are incredibly grateful for our amazing community. To all those who have supported and continue to support our mission of empowering individuals with disabilities to live the lives they choose, thank you! Your dedication and support mean the world to us. Here's to another year of growth, inclusion, and empowerment!

11/25/2024

🚗🚙💦 Car Wash for a Cause 💦🚙🚗

Only **5 days** left to support a wonderful cause! Join us at the Gary Rome Hyundai car wash to benefit our Home and Community Connections program to support adults with developmental disabilities access assistive technology, advanced learning opportunities, and additional support for community-inclusive activities.

Our Goal is $5,000 and the fundraiser ENDS THIS SATURDAY, November 30th! Please help us to reach our goal!

How Can You Help? 💦 Buy a car wash at this link: https://wlink.live/2024_consortium 💦 Invite your family and friends to get a car wash or gift a car wash. 💦 Spread the Word: 🚗🚙 Repost this message 🚗🚙 Share the fundraiser link.

Working together, we can make a real difference, one car wash at a time!

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