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 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 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 say, enthusiastically “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.
Learn more about how we do this…
and how our days are GREAT Days by scheduling a tour.
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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 Disorders
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.
The St. Patrick’s Day fun carried into today—it was Dress Like a Colleen Day at Sunshine Village! ☘️
Sarah from our Davis program was dressed to win the crown, while Agawam CBDS clients Ashley and Julissa put their skills to the test shopping for a gown on a budget.
Clients Jackie, Molly, and Erin visited BesTea to practice their interview skills - Another GREAT day!
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Anthony SHINES!
In our Agawam CBDS Program, client Anthony continues to explore new opportunities and challenge himself to try new experiences.
Through that exploration, he discovered a passion for creating drink coasters, tumblers and especially puzzles! 🧩
Anthony regularly advocates for his friends by suggesting new activity ideas and encouraging them to try something new.
We’re so proud of Anthony’s creativity, leadership, and drive to keep learning and growing. 💛
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Our clients in Agawam are feeling extra lucky this St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀
They’re grateful for the GREAT friendships they’ve built and the joy of being part of Sunshine Village.
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