Archie (name has been changed), is a 79 year old single man, with possible developmental delays. He was referred to Ethos’ EMHOT by Inspectional Services (ISD). His home, a house that he picked out for his parents when he was age 18 in 1959 and that he has lived in since 1962 was found to…
Ethos COVID-19 Prospectus Ethos is committed to ensuring the basic needs of our older and disabled neighbors, with our most urgent work being focused on food security. With over 100 daily referrals at the peak of the crisis and 20-30 new clients still coming on board each day with no waitlist, our Meals on Wheels…
Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have gone to fully remote virtual instruction. We have provided all our boys with a personal computer for online classes as well as other needed materials for virtual learning and, in some cases, provided internet connectivity. We have constantly maintained our food pantry distribution schedule to support the well-being…
The COVID-19 pandemic is having a serious impact on youth in foster care we serve and is compounding their trauma. Social distancing has torn away the network of supports- therapists, coaches, social workers, teachers, guidance counselors, psychiatrists- that youth in foster care depend on for stability. No longer being able to have visits with biological…
Now more than ever, your support is bringing meaningful connection to people with disabilities. The social isolation caused by the coronavirus is falling especially hard on CATA artists and their families, caregivers, and agencies. Many people with disabilities are especially vulnerable to COVID-19 and are now separated from their loved ones. Other have lost a…
Our mission is employment and supportservices during the covid19 pandemic and always. We know that many have been affected by mass layoffs or are at risk. In response, we’ve created the COVID-19 Employment and Community Resources Page. We are posting up to the minute job, benefit, food, medical and mental health resources, and more. We believe that as a community, we…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Christopher McLaughlin Executive Director Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. (413) 499-0524 [email protected] Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. Essential Functions Continue March 17, 2020 As Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. (Elder Services) continues to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation closely, the health and well- being of our consumers, volunteers…
Our pantry was featured in Berkshire Post: It used to be that an organization’s rapid growth was celebrated as a success story in the business pages: think Airbnb and Uber surfing the sharing economy wave, or more locally, Theory Wellness with its snaking lines of cannabis enthusiasts — all companies that hit it out of…
Like the rest of the world we are in a state of suspension. Blue Rider Stables has suspended all programming until at least April 8th, with mid April being an optimistic goal to start resuming activities. Observing the equines standing quietly, peacefully eating, not playing or displaying their normal herd behaviors, the atmosphere in the Barn is also as if suspended. Outwardly there…