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Pathlight offers compassion and inclusion for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities

Founded in 1952 by five mothers of young children with developmental disabilities, Pathlight was the first organization in Hampden County dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual disabilities. These women shared a dream that their children would live and grow as valued members of their communities, despite the fact that this vision challenged prevalent societal expectations that people w

02/01/2025

Exciting News! 🎉

On February 1, Pathlight officially joined forces with ServiceNet marking the beginning of an exciting partnership with a bold vision: to create a stronger, more dynamic organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across western Massachusetts. By uniting decades of innovation and expertise, this collaboration will expand our collective reach, deepen our impact, and enhance the ways we serve our communities.

We are so excited for this next chapter! To keep up with news, events, and all the incredible work happening, please follow ServiceNet. This account will be closing in March, but we look forward to staying connected with you there!

Thank you for being part of our journey! 💙

01/23/2025

Our info session is next week! We're here to help you learn more about caring for a family member with a disability.
Sign up at https://hubs.la/Q033MWyz0.

Join us Tuesday, January 28 at 6:30 p.m. for our free virtual info session.

If you are caring for an adult aged 18+ with a disability who has or is eligible for MassHealth, you may qualify for up to $20K per year and support from Pathlight’s AFC team. We're covering everything you need to know about our Adult Family Care program, like expectations, requirements and eligibility, approval and application process, and what kind of support caregivers receive from Pathlight.

01/22/2025

Looking for a way to express yourself? Our writing group for parents and caregivers is starting January 27. Sign up here: https://hubs.la/Q033yFHK0

You don't need to consider yourself a writer to join. We're here to have fun, reflect on our experiences and find creativity! Emily Bloch, writer and therapist, will lead the group, making creative exploration fun and approachable.

The Group meets each Monday January 27- March 10, 10- 11:30 a.m. (excluding February 17)

01/16/2025

We appreciate everyone who's already bought a Community Bag this month! Don't worry if you haven't yet, you can still get them from Big Y World Class Market at 2035 Boston Road in Wilbraham all of January.

Pathlight receives $1 for each bag sold! It's a great time to replace broken re-usable bags.

01/09/2025

Supporting a loved with with a disability? Let us support you.
Sign up at https://hubs.la/Q031MmqX0.

Join us Tuesday, January 28 at 6:30 p.m. for our free virtual info session.

If you are caring for an adult aged 18+ with a disability who has or is eligible for MassHealth, you may qualify for up to $20K per year and support from Pathlight’s AFC team. We're covering everything you need to know about our Adult Family Care program, like expectations, requirements and eligibility, approval and application process, and what kind of support care givers receive from Pathlight.

01/08/2025

Whole Children and Milestones is starting a writing group this month! Sign up on their website: https://hubs.la/Q031MYM-0

They're providing an outlet for parents and caregivers to express themselves, be creative—and connect with new people. You don't need to consider yourself a writer to join, we're here to have some fun!

Meetings are Mondays from January 27 to March 10 from 10- 11:30 a.m. except for February 17.

Therapist and writer, Emily Bloch, is leading the group, making the journey into creative exploration fun and accessible.

01/07/2025

We're lucky to be part of such a supportive community! Big Y World Class Market is supporting Pathlight with their Community Bag program. Each bag purchased during January helps us out. Be sure to buy one (or more!) from the Big Y on 2035 Boston Road in Wilbraham.

Every dollar helps support programs like Whole Children and Milestones, Autism Connections, Family Empowerment and many more!

We appreciate all of your support this month. Once again, thank you to Big Y for partnering with us.

01/03/2025

What's been happening with Whole Children and Milestones at our Inclusive Community Center in Northampton? Get the update in the latest From the Lobby newsletter: https://45760275.hs-sites.com/from-the-lobby-december-2024

It's been a busy season here at the Inclusive Community Center and we have a packed update in our latest From the Lobby Newsletter! Sign up for events, find ways you can help people in our community, and see what students have been up to. View the December issue: https://hubs.la/Q030KSVy0
Want to get the first peek and the latest news? Fill out the form at the bottom of our website to receive it directly in your email as soon as it goes out: https://hubs.la/Q030KR2w0

01/01/2025

Happy New Year!

Pathlight is taking part in Big Y World Class Market's Community Bag Program! You can help support Pathlight by purchasing one (or more!) reusable Community Bags at the Big Y on 2035 Boston Rd in Wilbraham.

We appreciate all of your support this month. Once again, thank you to Big Y for partnering with us.

12/31/2024

Happy New Year!

We're so glad we've had so many supporters alongside us in 2024. We plan on making 2025 an even better year— more accessible, inclusive and empowering!

12/25/2024

Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year from all of us here at Pathlight. We hope everyone has safe, happy and cheerful celebrations.

Photos from Whole Children and Milestones's post 12/12/2024

Thank you Tracy!

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220 Brookdale Drive
Springfield, MA
01104

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm