Viability

11/06/2025

Step by step towards ending stigma and discrimination

11/05/2025

we all have many questions about these benefits. Here is a comprehensive list of questions and answers via Senator Markey
https://www.markey.senate.gov/shutdown

10/30/2025

As National Disability Employment Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that valuing the talents of people with disabilities and other disadvantages should be a year-round commitment.

For employers, this commitment means stronger teams, improved retention, and proven business results. Together, we can create workplaces where everyone belongs.

Learn More:
https://bit.ly/3Jmb76f

10/30/2025

Open House at Light Clubhouse and you are all invited!

Join us on November 6th from 4-7 pm at Star Light Clubhouse! Come see firsthand the incredible work happening in our community and learn about the positive impact we're making together creating opportunities and working to end the stigma on mental health.
Whether you're curious about what we do or want to get involved, or become a member, we'd love to see you there! Clubhouse International - ICCD Odyssey House Forum House Clubhouse Berkshire Pathways
For more information about Star Light Visit
starlightclubhouse.org

10/27/2025

Mobile Food Bank

🍎 Looking for fresh, nutritious food for your family?
Come to the Mobile Food Bank! 🥕

The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts brings fresh produce and other healthy groceries to convenient neighborhood locations — at no cost and with no eligibility requirements.

✅ You do not need to be on SNAP to benefit.
✅ Just bring a reusable grocery bag and stop by one of the Mobile Food Bank sites listed below.

📍 Hampden County Locations
🕐 Various dates and times each month
📞 Questions? Call 413-419-0079
🌐 foodbankwma.org

🍎 Looking for fresh, nutritious food for your family?
Come to the Mobile Food Bank! 🥕

The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts brings fresh produce and other healthy groceries to convenient neighborhood locations — at no cost and with no eligibility requirements.

✅ You do not need to be on SNAP to benefit.
✅ Just bring a reusable grocery bag and stop by one of the Mobile Food Bank sites listed below.

📍 Hampden County Locations
🕐 Various dates and times each month
📞 Questions? Call 413-419-0079
🌐 foodbankwma.org

10/24/2025

Creativity Without Limits!
Happy Friday and a great weekend full color, inspiration creativity from J, one of most prolific artists at Pyramid Day Program in

10/22/2025

We congratulate Viability Board Member Pamela Toledo Molina for being part of this amazing initiative! A children's book called "Todo lo que me dicen que no puedo hacer" (All the things they tell me I can't do) was recently published in her native Chile where one of the chapters was dedicated to Pamela's experience as a child growing up with a disability! In Pamela's own words:
"...In Chile, where people with disabilities are invisible and undervalued, this initiative points in the right direction deconstructing stereotypes and paradigms since childhood... When they tell you you can't do it, you must respond : well, see how I do it!" Berkshire DHILS - Viability Western Mass DHILS - Viability Massachusetts State Association of the Deaf, Inc

Pamela's post in Spanish (Via Linkedin):
Haber sido seleccionada para participar con mi historia en el libro infantil: “Todo lo que me dicen que no puedo hacer” ha sido una experiencia maravillosa. Estoy agradecida por la selección y también por esta original iniciativa de Florencia Herrera, que, a través del Núcleo DISCA y después de una larga lucha, finalmente logró sacar a la luz. Hoy fue el lanzamiento en una librería de Ñuñoa, con público infantil y familiar y rostros de amistades queridas. En un Chile en donde las personas con discapacidad somos invisibles y subvaloradas, esta iniciativa apunta a desconstruir el estereotipo y los paradigmas desde la infancia. Desaprender lo aprendido es mucho más largo y duro cuando ya somos personas adultas. Pero si le damos a la infancia estas historias, cuidadosamente seleccionadas para incluir diferentes experiencias discapacitantes, diversidad de género y de circunstancias, esta infancia de ahora puede llegar a construir ese otro Chile justo, equitativo y realmente inclusivo del mañana. Agradezco también a Pablo Luebert por la intuición simbólica y artística con que representó esta diversidad humana históricamente invisibilizada. "¡Cuando te digan que no puedes, tú respondes: mira cómo lo hago!"
Si estás interesade en comprar/difundir el libro, acá está el link: https://lnkd.in/e7hkuKFQ.... Hay una versión de audiolibro.

10/22/2025

Now, this is what advocacy looks like. Thank you to the Providers' Council and all members of The Caring Force for being part of this movement and getting things moving in the right direction!

10/22/2025

10/19/2025

We are deeply grateful to the talented artists from our Olympus program for their stunning fall painting that brings such vibrant life to our space. Their skillful use of rich autumn hues, from golden yellows to deep crimsons and warm orange, capturing the essence of the season with remarkable creativity and passion. Through their brushstrokes and artistic vision, they’ve transformed a simple canvas into a celebration of color and emotion, reminding us all of the beauty that exists in nature and the power of artistic expression to uplift and inspire. Their work doesn’t just decorate our walls; it enriches our community and demonstrates the incredible talent and dedication within Viability’s day programs.

10/13/2025

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and recognize the importance of accessible employment opportunities. At Viability, we're committed to connecting individuals' choices, strengths, and goals with skill-building and employment options When everyone has access to meaningful work and community living opportunities, our entire community becomes richer and more connected. This NDEAM, join us in championing employment access for all! For more information visit
https://viability.org/workplaceinclusion

10/08/2025

Last night Ricard joined an amazing panel of judges working together to help Latino Community Entrepreneurs in achieving their goals starting a business. Entrepreneurs and judges met at an an event organized by EparaTodos Pioneer Valley at Holyoke Media . Thank you everyone for the time and dedication to this amazing initiative! This is how we build community!
To learn more about the amazing work eparatodospioneervalley does in our communities and the entire country visit https://eforall.org/es/

From left to right
Megan Burke, Presidente & CEO Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts

María Moreno, Food Service Consulting, Savory Strategies Consulting Holyoke Community College

Ricard Torres-Mateluna, Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Viability.

Katherine Moreno, Media Producer, Honduras.

Evelyn Blanco, Quality Manager , Hellmann Worldwide Logistics


and our Host Catalina Herrera from Entrepreneurship for All - EforAll