Junior League of Berkshire County

Liberty, located in Amsterdam, N.Y., offers a wide range of social and welfare services to the community throughout the state. The organization provides various services, such as residential and vocational programs, day care, family support and health care information. The vocational services include job development and preparation training, assistance in preparing and writing resumes and cover letters, career development and exploration, job coaching, employer support, incentives for employers and transportation assistance. The other services include individual and group counseling, and advocacy. It additionally offers various residential and individual support programs, including apartment living, live-in medical and personal assistance, home rentals and family living apartments. It provides 24-hour rehabilitation and emergency assistance services.

Berkshire County Arc is a nonprofit human services organization that offers a range of community-based services to individuals with developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. Its programs are offered throughout Berkshire and Hampden counties in Massachusetts. The organization offers four day programs, a range of residential support services, including 30 group homes, employment services, respite services, and citizen and self advocacy programs. Its day habilitation programs are designed to increase an individual s independence and ability to assume social roles through developmental skills training and clinical support. These programs serve individuals with a wide range of abilities, talents and interests who require intensive support and services in the areas of communication, relationship building, self direction, health maintenance, safety and community participation through volunteerism. It serves more than 325 individuals annually. Berkshire County Arc was founded in 1954 and is located in Pittsfield, Mass.