On the Road in the Hilltowns: Hilltown Community Health Centers
Providing quality health care can be a challenge in rural parts of the state. Since 1950, the Hilltown Community Health Centers have provided medical, oral health, and mental health care for individuals and families in the Hilltowns of Western Massachusetts. Today they operate centers in Huntington and Worthington and a school-based center at Gateway Regional High School. Connecting Point’s Jim Madigan talked with Eliza Lake, Executive Director of the Hilltown Community Health Centers, about the history of and vital work performed by this organization bringing health care to residents of the Hilltowns.
Hilltown Community Health Centers
AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts
Jessica Crevier, Executive Director of the AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts, discuss the current situation regarding AIDS/HIV in our region. The mission of the AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts is to create positive community impact through innovative and empowering education and support in Hampden and Hampshire counties. The ultimate aim is to end the spread of HIV/AIDS.
AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts
Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity
Jenn Schimmel, Executive Director, and Walt Tomala, Board President, of Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity, discuss that organization’s efforts to provide decent affordable housing in this region.
