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.
🎃👻 Halloween fun for all!
Last week, Agawam CBDS client Shatyia and staff members Wesley and Chris joined a Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat hosted by our friends at the New North Citizens' Council Community Respite Program!
The event brought together children and adults with disabilities and their families for a fun, welcoming Halloween celebration designed with sensory needs in mind.
We love supporting inclusive community experiences where everyone can participate, connect, and enjoy the festivities!
It was another GREAT day!
#EveryoneSHINES #GiveAndGrow #CommunityConnections #SensoryFriendly #Inclusion ...
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SHINING BRIGHT AT WESTOVER MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS!
SSV client Kubilay has been part of the Westover Maintenance Systems crew for two years!
He started out working just two days a week, and when additional hours became available, he jumped at the opportunity to increase his schedule to three days.
We’re proud of Kubilay for growing into his role and making the most of every opportunity to Work and Earn!
#NDEAM #Value #Talent #WorkAndEarn #EveryoneSHINES #SunshineVillage ...
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Pumpkin prep is underway!
Thomas, Michael, and Tayra, clients from our Knights Day Hab program, are getting ready for Friday’s Open House Pumpkin Contest! 🎃
Make sure you're following our Facebook page on Friday to see the friendly competition unfold and find out which pumpkin SHINES!
#Halloween #openhouse #sunshinevillage #GREATDays ...
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