Since we opened our doors in 2004, VIM has evolved along with the changing demographics of the county while staying true to our mission of providing access to free, comprehensive healthcare to qualifying adults in the region. Today, more than half of our patients are foreign born. Before the coronavirus hit, most of them were…
In March 2020 Walking Our Talk was about to initiate a new step in the organization’s growth, offering a weekend immersion retreat for women from across the country to experience the impact of WOT circle culture to build inclusive and culture-shifting communities of deep support for women of all ages, races, and walks of life. But…
Pandemic or not, Bethany Hill Place is committed to ensuring a healthy, safe environment for all residents and staff. Today, we’d like to extend special thanks to Roy Miles, our Maintenance Supervisor. Roy has been on the front lines of this crisis since it started, disinfecting daily our elevator, doorknobs, stairwells, mailboxes, and other high…
When Boston Public Schools made the decision to close, many students and families wondered where they should turn for daily meals. Thankfully, the YMCA of Greater Boston stepped in and has been working tirelessly to provide Boston’s youth in need with free and nutritious meals. Students can now also access essential hygiene products from Hope…
In honor of Tasty Tuesday yesterday, we wanted to give a special shout out to all of our hard-working staff and vendors coming together to feed local families in need! In total last month, we served 6,359 meals!! Number of meals we served in May: -Pusan Rd Community Center (in partnership with Hoops & Homework…
Our residents are usually out and about in the community – working jobs, volunteering, participating in enriching programs, like Community Access to the Arts and ExtraSpecialTeas. We always come together for meals, to play games, just hang out. During this COVID-19 outbreak, we’ve been spending A LOT of time together to stay healthy and do…
Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) remains dedicated to keeping students and tutors connected, reassured and supported during COVIC-19 Pandemic. We consider ourselves very fortunate at LitNet—we continue to maintain our strong network of volunteer tutors who, even in these challenging circumstances, remain dedicated and in contact with their students. Ways in which LitNet is evolving: One-on-One…
In its brief 4 year history, Baseball in the Berkshires has quickly united the county in telling the rich history of baseball in Berkshires County. Upon its “birth” in 2016 a call went out for photos, stories, and artifacts. After collecting more than 250 items, the exhibit at Arrowhead was opened. Since that time with…