FREE Training Opportunities through the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center.
There are some remarkable opportunities for unemployed or under-employed workers interested in meaningful careers in stable occupations.
For more information contact Donna Harris @ 413-774-4361 (ext. 314) or donnaharris@masshirefhcareers.org
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Throughout the week of June 13, Baystate Health will commemorate Juneteenth. This year’s
theme reminds us that we must continue to work together to confront systemic racism and
health disparities to provide equitable care and an inclusive environment for our patients,
employees and community members. We invite you to join us for the following virtual events.
Event registration is open to all employees and community members.
(WGGB/WSHM) - Western Mass News is getting answers as Massachusetts lawmakers are working to pass a bill that would strengthen protections for wheelchair users in the state as many often find themselves in need of repairs without a replacement.
“I would not have any other option than going to an old manual chair or staying in bed because if I don’t have the chair, it will take forever to repair,” said Carmen Rosado.
We are excited to share with you Spring and Summer 2022 Newsletter. We can’t wait to see you at a program or in one of DCR parks soon!
Please see details here and here.
Stavros is reaching out to all about our consumers to contact your representatives and senators to protect the rights of parents with children with disabilities.
Ask your representatives and senators to vote for.H.1711/S.1083:
“An Act prohibiting discrimination against adults with disabilities in Family and Juvenile Court proceedings”.
The US Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services entered into a settlement agreement with Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) to address disability discrimination.
Most of us have heard horrible stories about elders being physically and sexually abused in nursing homes. The Atty. Gen.’s office wants to make the perpetrators pay for these heinous crimes! Below you will see additional fines for criminals who abuse elders in nursing homes. In addition we have attached testimony in support of this bill.