Robinson Donovan, Gray House Partner on Adopt-a-Family Program
SPRINGFIELD — Robinson Donovan, P.C. will ‘adopt’ three families as part of the Gray House Adopt-a-Family Christmas program. During the
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LUSO Credit Union Announces Results of Two Charitable Efforts
LUDLOW — LUSO Federal Credit Union recently wrapped up its annual Toys for Tots and letters to the troops drive.
Read MoreBay Path University Reports on Recent Charitable Activities
LONGMEADOW — In the spirit of the season, the students, staff, and faculty of Bay Path University have been hard
Read MoreValley Health Systems Employees Support 13 Families for the Holidays
HOLYOKE — Employees of Valley Health Systems, which includes Holyoke Medical Center, the Holyoke Visiting Nurse Assoc. & Hospice Life
Read MoreCHD’s Community Support Program Opens at Providence Hospital
HOLYOKE — CHD’s Community Support Program (CSP) and a new outpatient behavioral-health program officially opened on Dec. 13 on the campus
Read MoreElms College Hosts White-coat Ceremony for DNP Students
CHICOPEE — Elms College’s School of Nursing recently held a white-coat ceremony to honor the college’s third class of DNP
Read More‘Look Good … Feel Better’ Program to Be Held in Ware on Jan. 25
WARE — The Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center and the American Cancer Society will sponsor “Look Good … Feel
Read MoreFlu Season Affects Dogs, Too, Not Just Humans
CHICOPEE — Just three years ago, according to the Massachusetts Division of Animal Health, the first-ever case of canine influenza
Read MoreElms College, St. Stanislaus to Hold Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day
CHICOPEE — The Elms College School of Nursing, in collaboration with the Basilica of St. Stanislaus Sunday Sandwich Ministry, is
Read MoreReport: Massachusetts Is the Healthiest State in the Nation
BOSTON — Massachusetts is the healthiest state in the nation, according to the 28th annual America’s Health Rankings report. Among
Read MoreOfficials Predict Severe Flu Season, Urge Vaccination
SPRINGFIELD — While much has been made in the national and local news about the number of flu cases increasing,
Read MoreMercy Medical Center Names Chief Nursing Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Frances Gomes Marthone has been named chief Nursing officer (vice president of Patient Care Services) for Mercy Medical
Read MoreDr. Rama Krishna Yarasani Joins Baystate Wing Hospital Medical Staff
PALMER — Baystate Wing Hospital announced that Dr. Rama Krishna Yarasani has joined its medical staff and will serve as
Read MoreNot Happy This Holiday Season? It’s a Common Experience
SPRINGFIELD — While singer Andy Williams’ popular holiday classic proclaims “it’s the most wonderful time of the year,” that just
Read MoreThe Yoga Shop to Open First Massachusetts Location
LUDLOW — A pair of local women entrepreneurs are opening the Yoga Shop in Massachusetts on Saturday, Dec. 23 at
Read MoreCommunity Invited to Remember Loved Ones with Tree of Love Ornament
PALMER — As the holiday season approaches, the Baystate Wing Auxiliary has created a unique and lasting way to remember
Read MoreKimball Farms to Host Two End-of-Life Planning Workshops
LENOX — Kimball Farms Life Care in Lenox will host two workshops on end-of-life planning in January and February. Those
Read MoreNorthampton Chamber, GSB Boost Salvation Army Angel Tree Effort
NORTHAMPTON — The Salvation Army of Northampton announced it has successfully found sponsorships for more than 100 local Hampshire County
Read MoreClinical & Support Options Honors Employees at Appreciation Event
NORTHAMPTON — Clinical & Support Options Inc. presented its outstanding-employee service awards at its annual staff-appreciation and holiday event on
Read MoreBaystate Blood Drive Slated for Dec. 13 at Shriners Hospitals for Children
SPRINGFIELD — The Baystate Health Blood Donor Mobile will host a blood drive on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m.
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2017 Giving Guide
2017 Regional Philanthropic Opportunities Go HERE to download this year’s Giving Guide Created in partnership with (BusinessWest), the Giving Guide
Read MoreBaystate Family Advocacy Center Earns Reaccreditation
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Family Advocacy Center (BFAC) has been awarded re-accreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and
Read MoreCHD’s Community Support Program to Open at Providence Hospital
HOLYOKE — CHD’s Community Support Program (CSP) and a new outpatient behavioral-health program will officially open on Wednesday, Dec. 13
Read MoreHospiceCare in the Berkshires to Offer ‘New to Grief’ Workshop Dec. 13
PITTSFIELD — HospiceCare in the Berkshires will offer a grief support group on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Read MoreHCC Awarded Grant to Expand Community Health Worker Program
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College has been awarded a grant of more than $400,000 from the U.S. Health Resources and
Read MoreSpringfield Boys & Girls Club’s Festival of Trees Winding Down
SPRINGFIELD — Time is running out to visit the 17th annual Festival of Trees, open through Sunday, Dec. 10 on
Read MoreDPH Urges Residents to Get Flu Shot as Flu Season Arrives Early
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today said the flu season has started earlier than usual and
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Change Agents – CHD, Health Center Come Together in Unique Care Concept
If you’re looking for symbolism — or some irony — in the fact that that the new development to be
Read MoreCold or Flu? You Can Protect Yourself Against Both
Feel like you may be getting a cold? Or could it be the flu? When an illness is as familiar
Read MoreThe Challenges of Recruiting in an Employees’ Market
Recently I participated in a roundtable with other human-resources professionals representing multiple industries. One discussion involved what we’re looking for
Read MoreMarket Shift – Baystate’s Jane Albert Embraces Change in Many Ways
When she was 8 years old, Jane Albert was the only one of her friends allowed to ride her bike
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Fresh Ideas – Springfield Schools to Launch Culinary and Nutrition Center
Pat Roach likes to share an anecdote that speaks to the occasional absurdity of school lunch. It involves the community
Read MoreRepealing the Estate Tax – This Is an Opportunity to Talk About What Really Matters
America still creates its wealth through small businesses. As the Greatest Generation passes and the Baby Boomers age, we are
Read MoreBusiness Valuation – Owners Need to Get Realistic — and Proactive
For business owners looking to sell in the near future, there is plenty to be optimistic about. Buyers have access
Read MoreSlicing the Data – Compound in Green Tomatoes May Extend Healthy Years
Good news for tomato lovers: a naturally occurring compound found in green tomatoes could hold a key to healthier aging,
Read MoreGiving the Gift of Life – This Holiday, Think About Making an Organ Donation
Q: My sister lives out in California and is awaiting a kidney transplant. I recently saw something on local television
Read MoreCAREER PULSE – Dec 2017
Endocrinologist Panta Joins Baystate Wing Medical Staff PALMER — Baystate Wing Hospital announced the addition of Dr. Raju Panta, endocrinologist, to
Read MoreShifting Gears – How to Talk to Older Family Members About Driver Safety
Every December, during Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, the American Occupational Therapy Assoc. (AOTA) seeks to raise awareness and increase the
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Support System – Today’s Gyms Emphasize the Power of Community
Maggie Bergin is certified to teach spinning, TRX, and Group X classes, and has, in fact, been teaching fitness in
Read MoreBerkshire Family & Individual Resources Kicks Off Annual Campaign
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR (Berkshire Family & Individual Resources) kicks off its 2017 annual campaign this month. The campaign’s title,
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