VIABILITY, Inc

VIABILITY, Inc

Individual and Family Services

Springfield, MA 781 followers

Thrive Beyond Limits

About us

Our mission is to build a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access. Our Vision is to be a community of program participants and staff making inclusion and access of individuals with disabilities or disadvantages a way for people, businesses, and communities to succeed together. Our network of services are designed to promote access, equity, and inclusion for individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages. Our programs connect individuals’ choices, strengths, and goals with options for employment, job training, skill-building, and community living. The result is a community of connection that is richer for all.

Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Springfield, MA
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1974
Specialties
Human Services, Advocacy, Disability Services, and Job Training

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    Congratulations to all involved in the organization of this amazing event and thank you to all at The Caring Force for all the work to make this event, first in Western Mass a success!

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    President/CEO, Providers' Council

    I enjoyed an inspirational day yesterday in Westfield at Western Massachusetts Caring Force Rally where we welcomed members of The Caring Force to the event and thanked them for all their advocacy on behalf of human services programs. Five Western Massachusetts human services organizations -- 18 Degrees Family Services for Western Massachusetts, BFAIR, Gandara Center, Mental Health Association, and VIABILITY, Inc -- sponsored the event and did an amazing job of organizing a fantastic event that featured direct care workers, program participants, state and municipal officials and more than 100 attendees. This event was just one of a series of regional rallies The Caring Force has done this year. In addition to our State House Rally in Boston in May, we also participated in and sponsored events around the state, including those in Peabody, Taunton, Framingham and now Westfield. We've been excited to bring the rallies on the road this year, giving us an opportunity to connect with Caring Force members in their cities and towns and legislators in their districts. A huge thank you to event emcee Colleen Holmes, President/CEO of Viability, and it was amazing to see Gerry Wright, a founder of the Providers' Council, attend virtually on Zoom! We heard such inspirational, personal stories from workers and program participants at Viability and Gándara. Even a fire alarm halfway through the event couldn't stop it -- we simply took the rally outside and were thankful to hear from Senator John Velis who spoke loudly to the circled crowd about the important work done in the human services sector. Thanks, too, to Caroline O'Neill at Providers' Council (Massachusetts Council of Human Service Providers, Inc.) for all of her work in pulling together all the moving parts that go into an event such as this one. It was a massive success -- and we're excited for our final regional rally in Worcester in mid-October! We're so thankful for these rallies that show the power of advocacy to so many in the human services sector who may not have had the opportunity previously to participate in a rally, and we look forward to making these a staple of our work for many years to come! #CaringForceRally

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Viability Celebrates Award-winning Staff Member Springfield, MA – September 26, 2024 – Viability Inc. congratulates Nicole Nelson, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Independent Living Services Program Director, as recipient of the 2024 Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers’ (ADDP), Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Award (DEIB). "Nicole has consistently been instrumental in connections to resources for ASL interpreters and educating our staff and communities to increase access for deaf individuals. Across the full spectrum of diversity, Nicole challenges anyone and everyone to recognize and remove barriers with an unshakeable commitment to valuing DEIB" said Colleen Holmes, Viability’s President and CEO.   “I am deeply honored receiving this award and thank Viability leadership and colleagues as well as ADDP for this recognition. It demonstrates the power of inclusion, understanding and respect and inspires me to continue advocating for equality amongst marginalized individuals and fostering environments where everyone can thrive.” said Nelson. Some of the Nicole’s work that garnered this award includes her tireless efforts to recruit staff from across the country who were deaf or hard of hearing and fluent in ASL, so that deaf individuals could be well-served, staging a simulation exercise where participants had to conduct routine activities without being able to speak verbally, and helping to draft Viability’s DEIB Leadership Statement. About Viability Viability Inc. is a human services agency headquartered in Springfield, MA, which provides employment, job training and placement, vocational, life skill-building, and other community-based services to nearly 4300 individuals with disabilities or disadvantages annually. With a staff of 430+, Viability ensures individuals in our service areas in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Oklahoma, and Rhode Island have opportunities to Thrive Beyond Limits. Our program models include community-based day and day habilitation services; supported living options; psycho-social clubhouses; transportation services; and a variety of pre-employment, vocational, internship and employment programs. Viability is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Clubhouse International and certified by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and the Massachusetts Division of Medical Assistance. About ADDP As a prominent statewide association, the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP) represents 134 human service organizations that provide a wide range of services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism, and to individuals who have brain injuries. For more information, visit www.addp.org.   ### Media Contact: Ricard Torres-Mateluna, Vice President of Marketing and Communications communications@viability.org, 413.217.4587

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Viability Celebrates Ricard Torres-Mateluna's Community Recognition Springfield, MA – September 26, 2024 – Viability Inc., is proud to share that Ricard Torres-Mateluna has been recognized by MassLive as Massachusetts Leader in the Hispanic and Latino Community a recognition from community members throughout the Commonwealth. “Ricard’s exuberant way of celebrating diverse cultures everywhere, including sharing his own, melts down barriers on and off the job. As Vice President of Marketing Communications for Viability, Inc., Ricard uses his leadership to further Viability’s efforts to ensure culturally inclusive access for individuals with disabilities or other disadvantages seeking our services, jobseekers, and caregivers who speak Spanish. From major initiatives such as developing our new agency brand, translations of materials into Spanish, legislative advocacy, and serving on Viability’s DEIB Leadership Task Force, his work has been instrumental to increasing awareness and education of Hispanic/Latino culture within our agency and across our communities,” said Colleen Holmes, Viability’s President and CEO.” "I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from the community and MassLive. This affirms my steadfast commitment to building a more inclusive society that empowers and uplifts the Latino community, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups. Through my work, I have dedicated myself to advancing Viability’s mission of expanding opportunity and ensuring that all individuals can fully participate and thrive” said Torres-Mateluna. About Viability  Viability Inc. is a human services agency headquartered in Springfield, MA, which provides employment, job training and placement, vocational, life skill-building, and other community-based services to nearly 4300 individuals with disabilities or disadvantages annually. With a staff of 430+, Viability ensures individuals in our service areas in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Oklahoma, and Rhode Island have opportunities to Thrive Beyond Limits. Our program models include community-based day and day habilitation services; supported living options; psycho-social clubhouses; transportation services; and a variety of pre-employment, vocational, internship and employment programs. Viability is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Clubhouse International and certified by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and the Massachusetts Division of Medical Assistance.  ### 

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Viability Welcomes Danielle Letourneau as Chief of Staff Springfield, MA – September 8, 2024 – Viability Inc., a human services organization dedicated to building a world in which individuals with disabilities and other disadvantages realize acceptance, inclusion, and access, is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Letourneau (she/her) as Viability’s Chief of Staff. “Ms. Letourneau brings her value of mission-driven work, a roll-up-her sleeves energy, and a range of experience complementary to our exceptionally dedicated leadership team. Viability is excited to have her join us. ” said Colleen Holmes, Viability’s President and CEO. Danielle Letourneau possesses a wealth of experience in operations, strategic project management, and service to and with people, complemented by a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit organizations and public sector entities. "I am deeply honored to join Viability's leadership team as the new Chief of Staff," Ms. Letourneau stated. "My work in the public sector and nonprofit organizations will contribute significantly to my role at this leading human services organization. I look forward to helping advance Viability's mission and impact." Ms. Letourneau holds a BA degree in Psychology from Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. About Viability Viability Inc. is a human services agency headquartered in Springfield, MA, which provides employment, job training and placement, vocational, life skill-building, and other community- based services to nearly 4300 individuals with disabilities or disadvantages annually. With a staff of 430+, Viability ensures individuals in our service areas in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Oklahoma, and Rhode Island have opportunities to Thrive Beyond Limits. Our program models include community-based day and day habilitation services; supported living options; psycho-social clubhouses; transportation services; and a variety of pre-employment, vocational, internship and employment programs. Viability is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Clubhouse International, and certified by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and the Massachusetts Division of Medical Assistance.

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    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Western MA Caring Force Rally, and we want you to be a part of this important event! On Tuesday, September 17th, we invite you, your staff, and the people you serve to join us at Scanlon Hall at Westfield State University from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with the program kicking off at 10:00 AM. This event is sponsored by 18 Degrees, BFAIR, Gándara Center, MHA, and Viability. https://lnkd.in/dS6Zvv85

    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! | Providers' Council

    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! | Providers' Council

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    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! We are thrilled to announce the inaugural Western MA Caring Force Rally, and we want you to be a part of this important event! On Tuesday, September 17th, we invite you, your staff, and the people you serve to join us at Scanlon Hall at Westfield State University from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with the program kicking off at 10:00 AM. This event is sponsored by 18 Degrees, BFAIR, Gándara Center, MHA, and Viability. https://lnkd.in/dS6Zvv85

    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! | Providers' Council

    Join Us for the First Western MA Caring Force Rally on September 17th! | Providers' Council

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    https://ow.ly/VgHu50TfO89 @Ali, we couldn't have said it better 🌟 Thank you for advocating for this change and raising awareness for the disability community. We are also grateful to the Senate for passing this historical legislation and look forward to the continued process to make MassAbility official.

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