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Staying Home: Carol’s Story of Care and Commitment
At 83, Carol Borko faced a challenge familiar to many as they age—how to remain in the home she loved while adapting to changing mobility needs. As a member of Nonotuck’s shared living program in Worcester, Carol had built a life in the home she shared with her caregiver, Yaa Yeboah. But when Nonotuck and […]
Watch: Why We Can’t Talk About Race
In honor of Black History Month, Nonotuck recently held an open agency wide DEI&B forum featuring Why We Can’t Talk About Race, a 2020 TEDxSeattle talk in which Dr. Caprice Hollins explains why conversations about race often stall and how we can move them forward. In the lecture, Dr. Hollins sheds light on why people […]
Now Hiring: March 2025
Want to work for a values-based nonprofit recognized as both a 2024 Boston Globe Top Workplace and 2024 USA Today Top Workplace? We’re hiring all over Massachusetts! Auburn Care Manager Nonotuck Resource Associates is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Care Manager. The Care Manager will play a […]
Patenaude Honored As ‘Unsung Hero’
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce that Brooklyn Street Coordinator Mark Patenaude will be honored with the annual William Johnson Unsung Hero Award this month. Presented by the Berkshire Citizens Advisory Board to the Department of Developmental Services, the award acknowledges people who make significant yet often overlooked contributions to their community. Mark […]
This Month in Disability Rights: February 2025
Every month in a calendar year provides us an opportunity to celebrate milestones in disability rights history. This February, we’re marking the founding of important organizations, the birth of key activists, and more. Read more about this month in Disability Rights below! 1919: Founding of the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) Following World War I, the […]
Shop Black-Owned Businesses in Massachusetts
February is Black History Month, and we encourage you to celebrate by supporting the numerous black-owned restaurants and businesses all over Massachusetts. This list was compiled from multiple internet archives. If you don’t find what you are looking for, here are some other resources with listings of businesses to support: Boston.com:Here’s a Running List of […]
Celebrate Black History Month Events All Over Massachusetts
Eastern MA February 15 HERO Art2Heart and Silent Walk for Black History Month HERO – Healing, Empathy, Redemption, Oasis – Nurturing Center warmly welcomes you to our annual Silent Walk for Black History Month and Art2Heart event at the Boston Nature Center. 11am: Nature art and craft making, 12pm: Silent walk (optional, dress for the […]
BHM: Celebrating Black Labor Leaders
As we celebrate Black History Month 2025, this year’s theme—African Americans and Labor—honors the pivotal role that African Americans have played in shaping the labor movement and advancing social justice. Despite facing systemic racism and exclusion, Black labor leaders have fought tirelessly for fair wages, better working conditions, and equity in the workplace, leaving a […]
Nonotuck’s Neighborhood: January 2025
Universal Human Rights Month: A Call to Champion the Rights of All People Read: ‘A Man Without Words’ Martin Luther King Quotes Nonotuck Promotes Four to Vice President Roles
Murray Promoted to Director of Marketing
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is proud to announce the promotion of Joshua Murray to Director of Marketing. Joshua has been with Nonotuck since 2021, first serving as Marketing Coordinator before his January promotion. Before working at Nonotuck, Joshua spent more than 10 years in higher education communications, preceded by a stint in display ad sales […]
Nonotuck Promotes Four to Vice President Roles
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is proud to announce the promotion of four employees to Vice President roles, recognizing their leadership, dedication, and contributions to the organization. All four of the employees work out of Nonotuck’s Easthampton office, except Doug, who works in our Auburn location. “I am thrilled to announce the promotion of these outstanding […]
Now Hiring: January 2025
Want to work for a values-based nonprofit recognized as both a 2024 Boston Globe Top Workplace and 2024 USA Today Top Workplace? We’re hiring all over Massachusetts! Auburn Direct Support Professional Nonotuck Resource Associates is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Care Professionals. As a Direct Care Professional, you will […]
Read: Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes
On January 20, we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day (his birthday is January 15). In honor of the day, we share the following quotes, full of profound wisdom, with visions of justice, love, and equality. Dr. King’s vision for a better world transcends time, reminding us to choose love over hate, courage over fear, […]
Read: ‘A Man Without Words’
The Nonotuck community recently endured a heartbreaking loss with the passing of Ron Campbell. Ron shared a home with Shared Living Caregiver Thomas Joyce for more than thirty years, both of them enjoying countless adventures, big and small, throughout New England. Tom recently shared this poem written by Robin Cabriotti, who has known Ron since […]
Watch: President/CEO George H. Fleischner’s Holiday Message
Universal Human Rights Month: A Call to Champion the Rights of All People
It was December of 1948 when the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This milestone document—affirming fundamental rights for every person, regardless of nationality, race, gender, ability, or identity—has been celebrated every December since in the form of Universal Human Rights Month. This month offers us a time to reflect on the […]
Nonotuck’s Neighborhood: December 2024
Links: Nonotuck Named 2024 Globe Top Workplace Empowering Others Through Resilience: Serah Muiruri’s Dedication to Success Get to Know: Tammy Laurent (Part 3) Nonotuck Hosts Alexis Raeana
Now Hiring: December 2024
Want to work for a values-based nonprofit recognized as both a 2024 Boston Globe Top Workplace and 2024 USA Today Top Workplace? We’re hiring all over Massachusetts! Auburn Care Manager Nonotuck Resource Associates is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced person to join our team as a Care Manager. The Care Manager will play a crucial role […]
Get to Know: Tammy Laurent (Part 3)
What’s the biggest change you’ve seen in all your years providing services to people with disabilities? The biggest change is how people are treated—how the people we work with are treated—and the growing understanding from the broader world. There’s been progress in fostering the idea that people with disabilities aren’t scary or contagious. I remember […]
Nonotuck Hosts Alexis Raeana
Nonotuck Resource Associates was proud to recently host Indigenous entrepreneur, singer, and activist Alexis Raeana as part of a month-long celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Alexis, a Lumbee Tribe member, presented a rich and engaging program blending her music, personal journey, and advocacy for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI&B). She highlighted her multifaceted […]