Video created by Sunshine Village Client Media Teams from Chicopee, Agawam, and Three Rivers/Palmer
Great Days at Sunshine Village
The world of Sunshine Village is so important to the people who choose to attend our programs. It’s just as important to the family members who send their loved ones off each day – and to our employees who commit themselves to achieving our mission.
We recognize this, and our continual goal, our unwavering promise and the gold standard we strive for is: MAKE EVERY DAY A GREAT DAY.
We believe that GREAT Days are made up of small moments that hold the potential for the largest of triumphs. They are days filled with shared smiles, new experiences, kind words, unique opportunities, and lifelong learning.
GREAT Days start with a warm welcome and end when two friends saying, “see you tomorrow!”
In all of our programs and at each of our locations, Sunshine Village provides opportunities to live and learn, work and earn, and give and grow.
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Programs & Services
Life Engagement Services
Sunshine Village offers four MassHealth-funded day programs in Agawam, Chicopee, and Palmer for individuals 18+. These programs focus on building life skills, independence, and social abilities through personalized plans, supported by on-site nursing, master’s level clinicians, and access to therapy services.
Community Based Services
The CBDS career track supports adults 18+ with complex needs build skills for future employment. Through volunteering and community experiences, clients develop professionalism, teamwork, communication, and self-advocacy while engaging in fitness, arts, culture, and technology, both on campus and in the community.
Employment Services
Sunshine Village’s Employment Services Division, including Westover Maintenance Systems – our commercial cleaning company – offers adults 18+ opportunities to earn wages in diverse settings. We provide clients with on-the-job training and additional supports to help each person continually develop and grow their skills.
Autism Spectrum Services
Sunshine Village offers an innovative curriculum empowering young adults on the autism spectrum to engage in community life, build autonomy, and grow through supportive, multidisciplinary programs. Activities include book clubs, culinary arts, and financial literacy, supported by clinical services like speech and occupational therapy.
What clients and their families are saying
“I love coming to Sunshine Village because I get to meet new people, make friends and I get to go out more in the community.”
Louis
CBDS Client
“I am eternally grateful for the opportunity for my son, Elvin, to belong to the best day habilitation program. The staff at Sunshine Village are very empathetic, professional — they make my son feel valued, loved and above all respected.”
Claribel
Parent
“My daughter, Sarah, has had wonderful fun and learning experiences over the last 12+ years at Sunshine Village! The staff, friendships and activities have helped her SHINE—not just at Sunshine Village, but at home, too!”
Lynn
Parent
See What’s Happening at Sunshine Village
Follow along on social media to see our clients SHINE, celebrate community moments, and stay connected in real time.
At Sunshine Village, we celebrate what makes each person unique and create opportunities for everyone to SHINE.
Agawam CBDS clients Julissa and Ashley recently explored their values, interests, strengths, and goals while creating their Individuality Maps.
Understanding what makes each person unique helps us support them in choosing their own path - whether that means building skills, volunteering, or pursuing employment.
Another GREAT day of discovery and growth!
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Behind every well-prepared Sunshine Village team member are the trainers who make learning, growing, and building new skills part of the journey.
Our Internal Trainers SHINE by preparing our workforce with vital skills and knowledge in CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Real-Life Scenario Training, Case Management, Human Rights and so much more!
To recognize their commitment to professional development, Michelle hosted a special luncheon to celebrate and thank our trainers - Abigail, Allison, Cara, Diane, Iris, Jackie, Jacquelyn, Jasmyn, Jen, Jess, Nicole, Rae'Nisha, Saleen, Selda, and Sue - for going above and beyond to help our team SHINE.
And a special #shoutout to our Casey CBDS Culinary Group, who helped make the celebration extra special by preparing a delicious meal for everyone to enjoy!
Thank you to our trainers for sharing your knowledge, supporting your coworkers, and helping build a stronger, more confident Sunshine Village workforce.
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Casey CBDS clients and artists Amanda and Chris are exploring community art opportunities!
They recently attended a watercolor painting class at the Wilbraham Public Library, taught by local artist Trish Pilon.
From first sketch to the finished painting they have fun letting their creativity SHINE!
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