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👏 Help us congratulate Ethan and Chantal on earning their ACRE Certificates of Achievement!

Through training with the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston (ICI Boston), Ethan and Chantal have strengthened their knowledge and skills in employment services for people with disabilities.

At neba, we know that learning is an ongoing part of providing quality support. Investing in professional development helps our team better support individuals as they explore career goals, find meaningful work, and build greater independence.

We're proud of Ethan and Chantal for this accomplishment and grateful for their continued commitment to the people we serve!

Learn more about the Institute for Community Inclusion's training programs: https://www.communityinclusion.org/onlinelearning

More convenience, more flexibility, and a new way to manage your ride!

Exciting news from the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA)! A new booking and scheduling system is now in place for 𝗔𝗗𝗔 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁and 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹-𝗔-𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗲 riders.

The 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧 mobile app is rolling out, giving riders a new way to book, view, and cancel trips, check estimated vehicle arrival times, receive reminders and real-time updates, and track eligibility applications — all from their phones!

Best of all, riders can still book trips by phone, and existing van services will remain the same.

Reliable transportation can make a real difference in people's ability to get to work, maintain employment, and stay connected to their communities. It's great to see improvements that give riders more options and greater control over their travel.

Thank you, PVTA, for continuing to improve the travel experience for riders across our region!

Learn more: https://www.pvta.com/news_detail_T2_R47.php

Meet Maria, a beacon of hope and resilience! Despite living with a chronic health condition, she's dedicated her life to empowering others affected by Lyme Disease. Through her non-profit, the Lyme Disease Resource Center, Inc. of Northampton, MA, she's been a driving force for education and awareness in the Pioneer Valley for over 13 years. Maria's remarkable journey is a testament to the human spirit and a powerful reminder that we all have the capacity to create positive change and a lasting impact.

https://www.nebaworks.com/highlights/success-story-maria

Success Story: Maria The Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) registered Not For Profit, Lyme Disease Resource Center, Inc. The resource center concept was inspired by a local cancer resource center I discovered in 2007.

This month, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible journeys of our clients, who epitomize the spirit of NDEAM's theme: 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁.

It's truly remarkable to see how Adam's vision, nurtured by neba over 20 years ago, has blossomed into a thriving business today Wilbraham Web Design

Congratulations, Adam, on your remarkable achievement! 🎉

Success Story: Adam Adam was referred to neba in 2005 through the Lower Pioneer Valley Collaborative in Wilbraham, MA. ​

When a community comes together, great things happen!

A HUGE thank-you to Curry Honda Chicopee and Curry Nissan Chicopee for inviting neba to be one of the benefit organizations at this past weekend’s Haunted Horsepower event!

Many thanks to Curry and everyone who came out to support the event, neba raised funds that will help us continue supporting individuals with disabilities as they build skills, pursue meaningful careers, and work toward greater independence.

We’re grateful to be part of a community that shows up for one another and helps create opportunities for others. Thank you, Curry Honda, for including neba and helping make a difference!

You can’t always see a disability. But you can recognize someone’s talent, skills, and potential.

As we kick off 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), it’s a good time to think about how we recognize talent in the workplace.

This year’s NDEAM theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” reminds us that people bring valuable skills and perspectives to the workforce, whether or not their disabilities are visible.

Invisible disabilities can include chronic health conditions, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. When we make assumptions about people based on what we can see, we risk overlooking what they have to offer.

At neba, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to show what they can do. This week, let’s look beyond appearances, recognize individual strengths, and celebrate the value and talent every person can bring to the workplace.

Happening today! We can't wait to see you there. At Curry Honda Chicopee