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Holyoke Commission on Disability A public commission supporting access and equity for people with disabilities in Holyoke, MA.

❄It’s Adaptive Skating Time Again in Holyoke! Join the DCR Universal Access Program and Holyoke Rows for another fun and...
10/21/2026

❄It’s Adaptive Skating Time Again in Holyoke!

Join the DCR Universal Access Program and Holyoke Rows for another fun and inclusive adaptive ice skating event!

This event is open to people with disabilities, their families, friends, and staff. Everyone is welcome to come out, enjoy the ice, and make wonderful memories together!

❄ FREE for everyone! Just email: [email protected]
or call: (413) 461-7126 to register

❄ ¡Vuelve el patinaje sobre hielo adaptado en Holyoke!

¡Acompáñanos junto al Programa de Acceso Universal del DCR y Holyoke Rows para disfrutar de otro evento de patinaje sobre hielo adaptado, divertido e inclusivo!

Este evento está abierto a personas con discapacidades, sus familias, amistades y personal de apoyo. ¡Todas las personas son bienvenidas a disfrutar del hielo y crear hermosos recuerdos juntos!

❄ ¡GRATIS para todos!

📧 Para inscribirte, envía un correo electrónico a: [email protected]

📞 O llama al: (413) 461-7126

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There is no one way to become disabled.People are born with disabilities. We acquire disabilities through genetics, illn...
09/26/2026

There is no one way to become disabled.

People are born with disabilities. We acquire disabilities through genetics, illness, accidents, natural disasters, military service and countless other paths.

Our experiences are not all the same. They don’t have to be.

But we cannot keep letting the world separate us.

There is POWER in learning from each other, understanding our rights, building our advocacy skills and showing up together.

People are more powerful advocates when they understand their rights and know how to use them.

If you want to know your rights, strengthen your advocacy and be part of a community check us out at Holyoke Commission on Disability

Check out the new space for the Holyoke Farmer’s market!
09/25/2026

Check out the new space for the Holyoke Farmer’s market!

🚨 It's Emergency Preparedness Month 🚨September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and the City of Holyoke is encouraging r...
09/25/2026

🚨 It's Emergency Preparedness Month 🚨

September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and the City of Holyoke is encouraging residents to take a few simple steps to help prepare themselves, their families, and their neighbors for emergencies.

Being prepared doesn’t mean expecting the worst, it means being ready just in case. A little planning now can make a big difference when unexpected situations happen.

Here are a few easy ways to get started:

📱 Stay informed—Know where to find reliable information from the City of Holyoke and local public safety agencies. Such as official city websites and social media pages and our page.

🔔 Sign up for emergency alerts—make sure you can receive important notifications and instructions.

👨‍👩‍👧 Create a household plan—Talk with your family about how you’ll communicate and where you’ll go if you need to leave home.

🎒 Build an emergency kit—Keep essentials like water, food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and other necessities on hand.

🐶 Plan for individual needs—Remember children, older adults, people with disabilities, pets, and anyone who may need additional assistance.

🤝 Check on your neighbors—strong communities look out for one another, especially during challenging times.

Preparedness doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Small steps taken over time can help you and your loved ones feel more prepared and confident when emergencies happen.

Let’s use Emergency Preparedness Month as a reminder to learn, plan, stay informed, and look out for one another.

For more emergency preparedness tips and resources, visit: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) or https://www.mass.gov/emergency-preparedness-month

🗣🗣🗣 Help shape positive change in our community! The 2026 Commission on Disabilities Survey is now open, and we’d love t...
09/14/2026

🗣🗣🗣 Help shape positive change in our community! The 2026 Commission on Disabilities Survey is now open, and we’d love to hear from you.
Your experiences matter. By sharing the challenges and barriers you face, you can help us better understand what needs to improve and guide meaningful change.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and encourage others to participate too. Together, we can help build a more accessible, inclusive community.

09/14/2026

Looking for helpful resources, local programs, and connections in the community? Join us for the MassHire Holyoke Community Resource Fair! 🌟

Come meet local organizations, learn about services available to you and your family, and discover resources that can help you move forward.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 MassHire Holyoke, 208 Race Street, Holyoke, MA

🎁 Plus — giveaways & raffles throughout the event!

Free to attend and open to everyone! Stop by, explore the tables, make connections, and see what resources are available in your community.

09/10/2026

🧗‍♀️🧗‍♂️ COME ROCK WITH US! 🧗‍♂️🧗‍♀️

Ready to climb, challenge yourself, and have a whole lot of fun?!

Our adaptive climbing programs are open to ANYONE with a disability— whether you’re brand new to climbing or already love being on the wall. No experience necessary! ❤️

📍 Central Rock Hadley
🗓️ 1st & 3rd Monday of every month
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM

📍 Central Rock Glastonbury, CT
🗓️ 1st Thursday of every month
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM

🙌 WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
We’re also looking for volunteer belayers to help support our climbers during our programs. If you love climbing, want to give back, or just want to be part of an awesome community, we’d love to have you join us!

Come climb, meet an amazing community, and see what you’re capable of! 💪❤️

🧗 Come rock with us!
👉 Sign up here: https://chd.org/programs-services/community-care-support/adaptive-sports-and-recreation-programs/activities/

09/10/2026

NDEAM 2026 is one month away!

Join us on Wednesday, October 7 at the Massachusetts State House or virtually on Zoom for the Commission’s 2026 National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration.

We’ll bring together people with disabilities, family members and caregivers, employers, policymakers, educators, service providers, advocates, researchers, students, and community partners from across Massachusetts.

The day will include employer and legislative recognition, opportunities to connect, and an afternoon panel on Artificial Intelligence, Disability, and the Future of Work.

ASL and CART will be available, along with sensory bags from KultureCity.

Registration is free and everyone is welcome. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/m2sx4rh/lp/13de05e6-c5e6-4924-90fc-f8dd31dd84f4

09/10/2026

Deaf Day at The Big E – September 19!Join us for Deaf Day at The Big E!🎟️ Advance ADULT tickets: $18 each🎟️ Advance Youth (Ages 6-12) tickets: $12…

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