Here’s a comprehensive list of disability resources to help families and individuals with disabilities access the right support for your needs.
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers
Berkshire County Arc – Down Syndrome Family Support Group Links Page
Berkshire County Transportation Guide: Berkshires without Barriers
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts
College Accessibility for Visually-Impaired Students
College Resources for Students with Disabilities
Department of Developmental Services
Disability Advocacy & Awareness
Federation for Children with Special Needs
International Blind Sports Federation
Massachusetts Council on Human Service Providers
Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress
Massachusetts Families Organizing for Change
Massachusetts Home Modification Loan Program
Massachusetts Office on Disability
MassMATCH (Maximize Assistive Technology in Consumer’s Hands)
Recreation for Children and Teenagers with Disabilities in Greater Massachusetts
Special Needs Financial Planning
HOME CARE ASSISTANCE
Elder Services Home Care Program: 413-499-0524
Berkshire Community Action Council: Cleans furnaces, fuel assistance program, weatherization program
– Pittsfield: 413-445-4503
– North Adams: 413-663-3014
City of Pittsfield: Snow Angels Program : 413-499-9368: Assists with snow shoveling?
Ralph Froio Senior Center: 413-499-9346: Provides buckets of sand
Good Neighbor Energy Fund: 1-800-262-1320: People with limited income not eligible for fuel assistance
Lifeline free cell service if on MAH, Medicaid, Food stamps, TAFDC, SSI
CLOTHING
Berkshire Community Action Council: Provides coats, boots, gloves, hats: 413-445-4503
Berkshire Dream Center: Tyler St. Pittsfield: 413-522-3495
Berkshire Community Diaper Project: diapers up to size 6 wipes: available most food pantries
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