Viability

04/23/2026

What an amazing trip full of learning, opportunities and mission driven goals! Congratulations for participating in this amazing training and thank you all for being the leaders our community needs!

EXCITING NEWS!!! We are wrapping up our 2-Week Comprehensive Clubhouse Training at Gateway House, Inc. in South Carolina. Keli and Josh will return to Massachusetts tomorrow night✈️ A big thank you to Erin for coming down as our Admin for Week 2. We are grateful for this opportunity and are excited to share all of the wonderful things we learned.

04/17/2026

We love to build community and opportunities! A big shout out to our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Independent Living Services!
To learn more about Western Mass DHILS - Viability and Berkshire DHILS - Viability visit

https://viability.org/programs-who-we-serve/deaf-hard-of-hearing-program/

Viability staff, Renee Coutts and Anthony Russo, attended the transition fair at Willie Ross School for the Deaf, where they hosted a table and shared information about our Deaf and Hard of Hearing services and available resources.

They enjoyed connecting with students and having the opportunity to talk about how our program can provide support.

Thank you to Willie Ross School for the Deaf for having us and allowing us to collaborate!

04/10/2026

You're all invited to Stamp Out Stigma!
Mark you calendars, join us and meet our Clubhouse members for an afternoon of connection, creativity and an open conversation about mental health.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Thursday May 28, 2pm-6pm
361 Summer Ave.Springfield MA 01108
For more information email Erin Godfrey egodfrey@viability.org

Forum House Clubhouse Odyssey House Star Light Clubhouse Springfield Lighthouse Berkshire Pathways Clubhouse International - ICCD Senator Jo Comerford Senator John Velis

04/09/2026

Looking for a career where you can grow, advance, and be supported?

At Viability, employees help individuals and families access services, build skills, and strengthen independence. Many team members grow within the organization. Last year, 61% of promotions were employees stepping into supervisory roles.

Team members also receive benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, including:

• Employer matched 403B contributions starting day one
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays
• Training and professional development resources
• No increased annual cost for health insurance, with additional coverage included

Explore current openings and learn more about joining the Viability team:
👉 viability.org/careers/


Human Service Forum

04/06/2026

For more than 55 years, Viability has partnered with individuals, families, employers, and educators to expand access and opportunity.

By connecting people’s strengths, goals, and choices with employment, training, and community support, individuals gain the opportunity to contribute, grow, and thrive beyond limits.

Learn more about our story:
👉 viability.org/our-story/

04/04/2026

Join us in Boston!

04/02/2026

We promise, sunny days are coming 🌞 ! Meanwhile we leave you these beautiful rainy art pieces ☔️ !

03/26/2026

Viability’s Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) help students ages 14–21 who have an IEP or 504 plan explore careers and build skills for future employment and education.

Students gain hands-on experience in areas such as career exploration, workplace readiness, resume writing, communication skills, and work-based learning.

Learn more about Youth Career Readiness programs:
👉 viability.org/programs-who-we-serve/career-readiness-for-students-program/

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03/24/2026

Viability recently welcomed Paul Murphy to its Board of Directors.

Murphy is a retired attorney who spent more than 30 years with the Boston law firm Foley Hoag and later served as Legal and Administrative Counsel at Amherst College. He has also served on several nonprofit boards across the region.

In joining the board, Murphy reflected on the organization’s long history of service:

“For 55 years, Viability has had a profound impact on the lives of many disabled and disadvantaged members of our community. Viability has helped to ensure that they have real opportunities to thrive in all aspects of life.”

Learn more about Paul Murphy:
👉 viability.org/viability-welcomes-paul-murphy-to-board-of-directors/

03/19/2026

Let’s go!

03/09/2026

Caring for a loved one at home requires commitment and support. If the person you care for has a disability or medical need, you do not have to manage it alone.

Viability’s Adult Family Care program supports eligible Massachusetts caregivers through training, nursing oversight, and ongoing case management. Swipe through for answers to common questions.

Have additional questions? Contact our team to learn more about eligibility and next steps.
👉 https://viability.org/join-afc-program