shining for over 58 years
where every day is a GREAT day
Great Days at Sunshine Village
The world of Sunshine Village is so important to the parents who send their adult children off each day. We recognize this, and our continual goal, our unwavering promise and the gold standard we strive for is: Make every day a great day. In all of our programs and at each of our locations, Sunshine Village provides opportunities to live and learn, work and earn, give and grow.
We believe great days are made up of small moments that hold the potential for the largest of triumphs. A great day might take shape at work, at that moment when a co-worker says “thank you” for a job well done. It might happen the moment a ripe carrot is plucked from the ground, after being tended for weeks. It could come at the end of the day, when two friends hug good-bye before exchanging an enthusiastic “See you tomorrow.”
Schedule a tour today by emailing us at: visitus@sunshine.us
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.”
Caribel
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
programs & services
Autism Spectrum Disorder 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.
Life Engagement Services
We offer four MassHealth-funded day programs in Agawam, Chicopee, and Three Rivers for individuals 18 and older. 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 individuals 18 and older with complex needs who seek job readiness while requiring additional services. Our program builds workforce skills like professionalism, teamwork, communication, and self-advocacy, often practiced in volunteer roles with local organizations. Each day balances skill-building with physical activities, arts, culture, and tech engagement, both on campus and within the community.
Employment Services (benefit for clients)
A chance to contribute, a sign of self-sufficiency, a sense of accomplishment—having a job is one of the most meaningful experiences for all of us. Sunshine Village’s Employment Service Division, including our commercial cleaning company, gives individuals 18 years and older opportunities to earn wages in a variety of settings and models. Partnering with businesses and organizations throughout the region, we provide on-the-job training and additional supports to help each individual continually develop their skills.
"Bring Your Smile – We’ve Saved You a Spot!"
We’re accepting new clients – schedule a visit and see how we can help you SHINE at Sunshine Village.
www.sunshine.us/visit-us
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great picture !!!
Another GREAT day at Sunshine Village!
Corinne, our Community Relations Manager, welcomed 22News Meteorologist Brian Lapis, Dave Kostecki (Creative Services), and Deb Houle (Programming/Production) from WWLP-22News for a special Lunch & Learn with CBDS clients from Chicopee, Agawam and Three Rivers!
Clients asked insightful questions about science, weather, and what it takes to work in broadcast television.
One big takeaway? Teamwork and GREAT communication skills make all the difference in the workplace.
Thank you, 22News, for sharing your time, talent, and career wisdom with us! You SHINE!
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Brain is amazing guy!!! 😁
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Some of our GREAT days include getting creative in the kitchen! 🍴
At our Three Rivers program, clients recently prepared a chicken fajita bake—and took pride in every step, from prepping to plating. Sharing the experience (and the taste test!) with friends made it even more special.
See how we help people SHINE—schedule your visit today:: www.sunshine.us/visit-us
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Hope everyone enjoyed the food
I miss these guys so much!❤️