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This Month in Disability Rights History: April 2025
April has long been a month of major breakthroughs for the disability rights movement, particularly for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is a time when landmark court decisions, federal initiatives, and powerful acts of activism helped move society toward greater inclusion, education, and community living. President John F. Kennedy’s Address to Congress (April […]
Nonotuck’s Neighborhood: April 2025`
Get to Know: Sue Robichaud Part 1 Shared Living Profile: Brett and Shay Watch: Women’s History Month Panel Supporting Women-Owned Businesses Throughout Massachusetts
Now Hiring: April 2025
Want to work for a values-based nonprofit recognized as both a 2024 Boston Globe Top Workplace and 2024 USA Today Top Workplace? We’re hiring all over Massachusetts! Auburn Care Manager Nonotuck Resource Associates is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Care Manager. The Care Manager will play a […]
Shared Living Profile: Shay and Brett
For Shaylynn (Shay) Filiault and Brett Jaskot, “shared living” truly lives up to its name. Over the past five years, Shay, her family, and Brett have embarked on adventures both big and small—from daily walks and trips to Six Flags to out-of-state travels, including visits to New York and Washington, D.C.“Brett has a great time […]
Watch: Women’s History Month Panel
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. was honored to recently highlight the accomplishments of two of our employees in celebration of Women’s History Month. Placement Specialist Suzanne (“Sue”) Robichaud and Clinician Serah Muiruri delighted Nonotuck staff with stories about their career journeys, challenges faced as women in the workforce, and the importance of self-care, mentorship, and resilience. […]
Happy Khmer New Year 2025!
Creation, charity, and cleansing: Nonotuck Resource Associates wishes our community a Happy Khmer New Year! A holiday chock full of celebration over the course of three days, Khmer new year (also known as Cambodian new year) usually begins on either April 13 or 14, and is meant to mark the end of the harvest before […]
This Month in Disability Rights: March 2025
March has been a pivotal month in disability rights history, marked by landmark events, groundbreaking publications, and powerful advocacy efforts. From legal victories to cultural milestones, these moments have shaped the ongoing fight for equality and inclusion. 1932: Birth of Justin Dart Jr. (March 29) Justin Dart Jr., a charismatic leader in the disability rights […]
Get to Know: Sue Robichaud (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our Q&A, Sue Robichaud reflects on the rewards of her work and the values that have guided her approach, what makes Nonotuck unique, the importance of thoughtful provider matches, and the key traits needed for the role. As she transitions into retirement, Sue looks forward to gardening, traveling, and staying connected […]
Supporting Women-Owned Businesses Across Massachusetts
In celebration of Women’s History Month this March, we’re encouraging you to shop at businesses owned by women! Massachusetts is home to an incredible array of women-owned businesses, from retail and hospitality to creative arts and pet care. Whether you’re looking to shop locally, support small businesses, or discover new services, this guide highlights some […]
Get to Know: Sue Robichaud (Part 1)
To say that Suzanne (Sue) Robichaud is leaving behind a sizable legacy at Nonotuck would be an understatement. After starting as a part-time consultant at Nonotuck in December 2000, Sue has spent the bulk of her career at Nonotuck as a placement specialist, facilitating the connection between shared living providers and people receiving services from […]
Nonotuck’s Neighborhood: March 2025
Stories: Patenaude Honored As ‘Unsung Hero’ Staying Home: Carol’s Story of Care and Commitment Murray Promoted to Director of Marketing Black History Month: Celebrate Black Labor
Watch: Martin Luther King Quotes
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and his enduring legacy, we asked Nonotuck Resource Associates staff to share their favorite quotes from Dr. King. You can still share your favorite quote by emailing Joshua Murray <murray@nonotuck.com>. Videos are welcome! Here’s what they had to say: Zoe Ayinbora Clinician, Lee “We must learn to live […]
Staying Home: Carol’s Story of Care and Commitment
At 83, Carol Borko faced a challenge familiar to many as they age—how to remain in the home she loved while adapting to changing mobility needs. As a member of Nonotuck’s shared living program in Worcester, Carol had built a life in the home she shared with her caregiver, Yaa Yeboah. But when Nonotuck and […]
Watch: Why We Can’t Talk About Race
In honor of Black History Month, Nonotuck recently held an open agency wide DEI&B forum featuring Why We Can’t Talk About Race, a 2020 TEDxSeattle talk in which Dr. Caprice Hollins explains why conversations about race often stall and how we can move them forward. In the lecture, Dr. Hollins sheds light on why people […]
Now Hiring: March 2025
Want to work for a values-based nonprofit recognized as both a 2024 Boston Globe Top Workplace and 2024 USA Today Top Workplace? We’re hiring all over Massachusetts! Auburn Care Manager Nonotuck Resource Associates is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a Care Manager. The Care Manager will play a […]
Patenaude Honored As ‘Unsung Hero’
Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce that Brooklyn Street Coordinator Mark Patenaude will be honored with the annual William Johnson Unsung Hero Award this month. Presented by the Berkshire Citizens Advisory Board to the Department of Developmental Services, the award acknowledges people who make significant yet often overlooked contributions to their community. Mark […]
This Month in Disability Rights: February 2025
Every month in a calendar year provides us an opportunity to celebrate milestones in disability rights history. This February, we’re marking the founding of important organizations, the birth of key activists, and more. Read more about this month in Disability Rights below! 1919: Founding of the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) Following World War I, the […]
Shop Black-Owned Businesses in Massachusetts
February is Black History Month, and we encourage you to celebrate by supporting the numerous black-owned restaurants and businesses all over Massachusetts. This list was compiled from multiple internet archives. If you don’t find what you are looking for, here are some other resources with listings of businesses to support: Boston.com:Here’s a Running List of […]
Celebrate Black History Month Events All Over Massachusetts
Eastern MA February 15 HERO Art2Heart and Silent Walk for Black History Month HERO – Healing, Empathy, Redemption, Oasis – Nurturing Center warmly welcomes you to our annual Silent Walk for Black History Month and Art2Heart event at the Boston Nature Center. 11am: Nature art and craft making, 12pm: Silent walk (optional, dress for the […]
BHM: Celebrating Black Labor Leaders
As we celebrate Black History Month 2025, this year’s theme—African Americans and Labor—honors the pivotal role that African Americans have played in shaping the labor movement and advancing social justice. Despite facing systemic racism and exclusion, Black labor leaders have fought tirelessly for fair wages, better working conditions, and equity in the workplace, leaving a […]