Valley Opportunity Council, Inc.
VOC provides assistance with Adult Education, College and Career Readiness, Early Education, Energy S
Designated as a Community Action Agency by MASSCAP, the Valley Opportunity Council is about people helping people. Serving the Greater Hampden County for over 30 years, we offer a wide range of programs, from WIC, Early Childhood Education, Adult Education, Senior and Veteran services, Housing, Fuel Assistance and much more. We are dedicated to providing opportunities to our low to moderate income families so that they can achieve a greater independence and a higher quality of life.
12/06/2023
EXCITING NEWS!!!
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12/06/2023
Here are a few photos from our 'Bags of Love' event hosted by our CIES Program through a partnership with the United Way of Pioneer Valley. Through this event, 22 families received pantry staples to asssist with making an amazing Thanksgiving Day meal possible. Special thanks to VOC team members Genesis and Tania and the United Way for making this special event happen!
12/05/2023
12/04/2023
12/01/2023
Valley Opportunity Council’s (VOC) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), helps eligible households challenged by the high cost of home heating fuel pay a portion of their winter heating bills through a fixed benefit amount for the cost of the primary source of heat
A representative from VOC is at our downtown office, 100 Elm Street, on Tuesday & Thursday weekly by appointment only. Customers can call 413-552-1548 to make an appointment for the Westfield location.
11/23/2023
From our family to yours, we are wishing you a safe and happy holiday. Our offices will be closed today and tomorrow and reopen on Monday. Enjoy!
11/21/2023
Baby it's cold outside! Apply for fuel assistance today! There are many ways to apply-schedule an appointment or apply online at https://toapply.org/VOC. We also take walk ins at our 555 State St Springfield location and our 300 High St location in Holyoke. We have appointments available at offices in Chicopee, Westfield, Holyoke, and Springfield. Need to drop off documents? Stop by any location and use the 24 hour drop box or email documents to [email protected]
11/17/2023
🎉Come one, come all to the Cocoa Carnival!⛄☕
Enjoy some games, a craft and more at the Cocoa Carnival, happening Dec 1 at 2:30pm! Best of all? You can warm up with some Hot Cocoa and then head down to City Hall to see the Tree Lighting! 🎄 This is a great event for the whole family! See you there ✨
City of Chicopee - Mayor's Office
11/17/2023
Our GEAR UP Program at work-go team!
11/16/2023
11/15/2023
Senior Companions decorating the VOC tree today at River Mills Center. Come join the fun! Volunteer with us.
11/15/2023
Proud to be a supporter of this Turkey Give-away! 🦃
11/14/2023
11/13/2023
FREE program, immediate openings-reach out today!
11/09/2023
11/08/2023
Some energy saving tips as the weather cools...
11/08/2023
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🗓️ November sessions:
-Wednesday, November 8
-Thursday, November 9
-Wednesday, November 15
Registration is $50 for two adults in the same household. Don't miss out—register now: https://www.valleycdc.org/workshop_calendar/
11/08/2023
🗺️ Explore the City Mural Map 🧭
Immerse yourself in the colorful tapestry of Holyoke’s urban art scene with our City Mural Map, your guide to discovering the breathtaking murals that adorn the city’s streets, each telling its own unique story.
Click the link in our Instagram bio to view the New City Mural Map or visit our website home page!
11/08/2023
Big News!!!! Try Transit Holiday is back for 2023! No fares or passes will be needed to ride PVTA Fixed Route Buses or Vans from November 24, 2023 - December 31, 2023!
11/02/2023
From our Churchill Early Education Center,
Here is a little of what my classmates and I do in our classroom. We love our jobs especially when we see those happy faces. Teaching and learning from them is the best part of our job. A good team creates a difference because we not only educate, support and care for but also inspire children. Angeliz Díaz
11/02/2023
🔔 NEW HOURS Alert 🔔
Happy beautiful Saturday ☀️
A reminder that starting November 1st we will be opening our doors at 7:00am from Tuesday-Friday.
This was done due to the high request made from our community. Ask and you shall receive 🙏.
Downtown Chicopee we are moving forward.
11/02/2023
Anyone looking for a job is welcome to this job fair! Veterans are prioritized during the first hour.
11/01/2023
11/01/2023
Final day! Winner is Michelle Gregoire-Congrats!
Also, it's this little cutie's Birthday-Happy Birthday Alayna!
10/31/2023
Team VOC
10/31/2023
Thank you Michael Epaul Photography for capturing all the fun had at our 2023 Thriller 5K!
10/31/2023
TRUNK or TREAT 2023 in the books!! We had so much fun, hope you did too! A special thank you to our community partners, Chicopee Police and Fire Departments, families and friends for coming through to celebrate with us.
Did you attend? Add your photos in the comments!
10/31/2023
Super Mario says today's winner is...Luis Alvarado. Congrats Luis!
10/30/2023
We’re getting ready for you and rain is letting up!! Come on down! 4 to 6 pm. 35 Mt Carmel in Chicopee. Plenty of treats!
10/30/2023
Winner winner. Today's lucky winner is... Gail Calvanese-congrats!
10/30/2023
Runners wear their spookiest costume at the Chicopee Thriller 5K The Greater Chicopee Chamber of Commerce hosted the third-annual Chicopee Thriller 5K on Saturday morning.Stay informed about Massachusetts news, weather, br...
10/30/2023
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As the area’s largest and most diverse Community Action Agency, Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. (VOC) has been serving individuals and families in the greater Hampden County area for over 50 years. VOC is dedicated to eliminating poverty by providing opportunities for individuals and families to achieve greater independence and a higher quality of life. In order to achieve this mission, we offer participants a wide variety of programs including adult education, center and family based early education and child care, college and career readiness programs, energy assistance, homeless and supportive services, housing, nutrition programs, senior services, tax assistance, and youth services.
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