VAlley Educational Associates, Inc. and The United Arc
Where : Eastworks, Easthampton MA When: February 21, 2014 6-9pm
Valley Education Associates provides work training and employment services to the developmentally disabled. In the South Deerfield work site works are trained to build bookcases. Individuals do real work for real pay. In addition, individuals work in supported employment jobs throughout Western Massachusetts. They gain experience in which they become valued members in the workforce and the community. The fundraised donations will go towards community based activities and outings for the individuals.
The United Arc provides advocacy and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Western Massachusetts. The Arc provides a variety of support services for families, support for inclusion and transition planning for school aged children and teens, and residential services for adults.
There will be a silent auction as part of the art show and 100% of those proceeds will go to the 2 organizations! In Addition, artists will donate part of their profits to both organizations.