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Eulogy for Kitty Kelly-Curtin by George H. Fleischner
By George H. Fleischner, President/ CEO, Nonotuck Resource Associates “I do love nothing in the world so well as you”—William Shakespeare. I cannot claim that I am alone in this sentiment for Kitty. To know her was to love her and feel loved by her. To experience her beauty, her empathy, her confidence, and her […]
Kathleen T. “Kitty” Kelly-Curtin Obituary
Kathleen “Kitty” Kelly-Curtin, devoted mother and friend, passed away on July 8th, 2023 with her life partner by her side. She was born May 28th, 1964 to John T. and Flora Kelly. Kitty is survived by her life partner, George Fleischner and her children Devin, Dillon and Dillion’s wife, Alicia. In addition, she leaves her […]
In Memoriam: Kitty Kelly-Curtin
Nonotuck Resource Associates is saddened to announce the sudden passing of Kathleen “Kitty” Kelly-Curtin on July 8, 2023. Kitty leaves behind an incalculably massive impact on the Nonotuck community, serving as the driving force behind the creation of our Adult Family Care (AFC) program, spending 26 years as Shared living caregiver, and working for Nonotuck […]
Watch: Pride Month Film Discussion
Nonotuck celebrated Pride Month this June with a thoughtful discussion on the 2020 documentary Disclosure. The film, available to stream on Netflix, offers in-depth examinations of how transgender people have historically been portrayed in film and television by some of the most prominent and powerful trans voices in entertainment. Laverne Cox, Lilly Wachowski, Yance Ford, […]
Now Hiring: July 2023
Now hiring! Nonotuck Resource Associates is hiring for multiple positions across the state, including program directors, registered nurses, administrative assistants, and finance assistants. Want more? Find all of our job listings on our Careers page. Berkshire County Integration Specialist The Integration Specialist provides direct care and support to persons with developmental disabilities who receive Community […]
Get to Know: HR Director Gretchen Parker
Nonotuck Resource Associates was honored to recently welcome Human Resources Director Gretchen Parker, MBA. Gretchen comes to Nonotuck with 20 years’ experience in human resources, as well as an entire career working with nonprofits. Parker most recently worked as Associate Director of Human Resources for Highland Valley Elder Services, also working for LifePath, the University […]
Shop LGBTQIA+ Businesses for Pride Month!
June is Pride Month, and what better way to celebrate than supporting our local LGBTQIA+ business owners! The below list is incomplete, and pulled from several lists, including: If you would like to add a business to this list, or spot an error in the listings, please email Joshua Murray: murray@nonotuck.com. Jump to: Eastern MACentral […]
Nonotuck Hires Parker as HR Director
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is proud to announce the recent hiring of Gretchen Parker, MBA as Human Resources director. Parker comes to Nonotuck with 20 years’ experience in Human Resources, as well as an entire career spent working with nonprofits. “I’m very excited to join Nonotuck and am looking forward to getting to know everyone […]
Celebrate With These Juneteenth 2023 Events
“What, to the American slave, is your 4th of July?”- Frederick Douglass On June 19, 1865, Union Army Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, and informed the enslaved population of their emancipation. That day – more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation – would become the oldest annual […]
Watch: They Said He’s Too ‘Dangerous’ to Succeed: How We Showed Them How Wrong They Were
Last year, Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. partnered with the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation—as well as its American and international partners—to present Home is the Heart of Shared Living: An International Gathering. The event explored shared living across multiple disciplines (and countries!). Nonotuck community member—her son receives services from us, and she’s worked […]
Watch: Brooklyn Street, An Intentional Community
Last year, Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. partnered with the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation—as well as its American and international partners—to present Home is the Heart of Shared Living: An International Gathering. The event explored shared living across multiple disciplines (and countries!). Nonotuck President/CEO George H. Fleischner and board Chairperson Mary Lou Accetta […]
Celebrate Pride This June
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, and we have a variety of ways to celebrate, all over the state. Stay tuned throughout the month as we are planning some great Nonotuck events, and even a surprise! We are also sponsoring several pride celebrations, including: As always, we strongly encourage the Nonotuck community to take pictures and […]
Nonotuck Hosts AAPI Session
The Nonotuck community was honored to recently host Nurse Practitioner Chhan Touch, M.S. as part of our celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Touch is a Ph.D. candidate who currently works out of the Lowell Primary Care Center, as well as a survivor of the Killing Fields in Cambodia. From 1975 to […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national event that brings attention to the importance of mental health. Throughout the month we will be sharing information and resources regarding this important topic . Here are a few resources and events to kick things off: May EAP Session “Balancing Work & Life” Nonotuck’s EAP workshops continue […]
Now Hiring: Northampton May 2023
We’re now hiring for three positions in our finance department, operating out of our office at 425 Prospect Street, Northampton MA. Northampton Finance Assistant Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is seeking a full-time Finance Assistant. This is a non-exempt, 8am-4pm position reporting to the Senior Accountant. The Finance Assistant works on behalf of the individuals for […]
Now Hiring in the Berkshires: April 2023
Now hiring: Berkshire county! We’re hiring for a variety of positions, including integration specialists and shared living providers. Berkshires Integration Specialist The Integration Specialist provides direct care and support to persons with developmental disabilities who receive Community Based Day Supports through Nonotuck Resource Associates. Each Integration Specialist has primary responsibility for at least one person […]
Stanislas Promoted to HR and Payroll Manager
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is proud to announce the promotion of Amanda Stanislas to Human Resources and Payroll Manager. Stanislas previously served as Payroll and Benefits Coordinator, after being hired at Nonotuck as Payroll Administrator in 2018. She describes her reaction to being promoted as “very happy. I’m excited to bring my strengths and knowledge […]
How can Nonotuck Help? MassHealth Launches Phase 2 Eligibility Re-determinations Toolkit and Resources
As of April 1, 2023, MassHealth has begun the eligibility redetermination process, renewing all 2.3 million members over the coming 12 months. This is generally the first time members are at risk of losing their coverage since February 2020. If you are a currently covered under MassHealth and do not respond to their inquiries or […]
Now Hiring: Plymouth Ma
We’re hiring in Plymouth, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas! We currently have two openings for caregivers in the area. See below and check our website for all of our current job openings. Plymouth Ma South Shore Caregivers Wanted Nonotuck is seeking well-balanced caregivers to share their home and life with a person with disabilities. The caregiver(s) […]
Women’s History Month Panel 2023: Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories
Making meaningful connections, support and encouragement for self-improvement, and how to build resilience were all topics on the table when Nonotuck’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) committee hosted our Women’s History Month panel this March. DEI&B Committee co-chair Nichole Bourke hosted the panel, featuring performer Ezzell Floraniña, writer, researcher, and teacher Jennifer Welborn as […]