Caring Force Western MA Rally

Smart Websites Team • September 17, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information, contact:

Caroline O’Neill, Manager of Public Policy and Communications

caroline@providers.org

508.598.9686


***MEDIA ADVISORY***

WESTERN MA CARING FORCE RALLY TO CELEBRATE DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND ADVOCATE FOR HUMAN SERVICES WORKERS


Westfield, MA - September 17, 2024 – The Caring Force is thrilled to announce the first ever Western MA Caring Force Rally, taking place on Tuesday, September 17th, at Westfield State University, Scanlon Hall, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This event, sponsored by 18 Degrees, BFAIR, Gándara Center, MHA, and Viability, will celebrate Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Week and honor the broader human services sector, highlighting the essential work being done by these dedicated professionals and the ongoing need for continued funding and support.


The rally will feature compelling stories from the sector, with speakers from Viability and Gándara Center sharing their personal experiences as both providers and recipients of human services. Additionally, the event will include a legislator Q&A session, providing attendees with an opportunity to engage directly with elected officials on the issues affecting the human services workforce.


Rally speakers:


  • President Linda Thompson, President of Westfield State University
  • Mayor Mike McCabe, Mayor of Westfield
  • Representative Carlos Gonzalez, Hampden County
  • Senator John Velis, Hampden and Hampshire


Stories from the Sector by Speakers from Viability and Gándara Center



To attend, please RSVP at https://bit.ly/WesternMARally. Media representatives are encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact Caroline O’Neill caroline@providers.org.

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