When Christine and Bill Heaton first met working together at a regional brewery outside Philadelphia years ago, how could they have imagined the journey that would follow? With a strong partnership and a leap of faith, the couple chose to come to the Berkshires and follow their passion. The Brew Works brought their work to […]
Porchlight’s John Krol speaks with Eugene Curletti, MD, of Berkshire Surgical Associates and the Berkshire Vein Center, talk about the latest, less and non-invasive techniques to diagnose and treat varicose veins. The Berkshire Vein Center is holding free screenings for the public at both their Great Barrington and Pittsfield offices. Call 413-445-6422 to reserve a spot for […]
Free Breakfast and CEU Presentation September 26th LEE – Porchlight VNA/Home Care CEO Holly Chaffee announced that there is a free CEU presentation on Thursday, September 26th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Spectrum Playhouse, 20 Franklin St., Lee. The presentation, entitled “Massachusetts Options for Continuing Care: Gaining Access, How to Pay for It, […]
GREAT BARRINGTON – Kindred Great Barrington Nursing and Rehabilitation, Porchlight VNA/Home Care, and Berkshire Running Center today announced that the Kindred Great 8 (Gr8t) eight-mile road race will take place on Sunday, August 25. The race will begin at 8 a.m. The race proceeds will benefit the Porchlight Nursing Assistant Training Program, which takes place […]
If anyone knows something about true care and compassion, it is Mavis Beam, 85, of Lee. A Boston native, she served as a teacher’s aide in Jamaica Plain where she worked hands-on with students with severe physical and mental challenges. She never missed a day on the job in ten years. While that is impressive, she […]
GREAT BARRINGTON – Kindred Great Barrington Nursing and Rehabilitation Administrator Bill Kittler announced today that, in partnership with Porchlight VNA/Home Care, they will be hosting a champagne breakfast and presentation by the Great Barrington Historical Society, on Tuesday, July 2 at 8:30 a.m. at Kindred Great Barrington, 148 Maple Avenue. The event is free and […]
It’s the logical next step. I’ve written about Berkshire Money Management’s Allen Harris and his rational altruism philosophy. We’ve discussed how his strategic charitable giving is based on the idea that providing a boost to the community where he lives and works not only enhances quality of life – it’s also good for his business. […]
Wouldn’t it be great to have a complete and truly state-of-the-art learning environment for your child? A school that will support your child’s education in every way, whether it’s in arts programming with the finest facilities, equipment and personnel to back it up, a true STEM pathway, cutting-edge technology in every classroom, including interactive whiteboards, […]
GREAT BARRINGTON – Porchlight VNA/Home Care President & CEO Holly Chaffee announced today that Porchlight’s state-approved Nursing Assistant Program will begin its spring course schedule on May 28 at Kindred Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – Great Barrington, 148 Maple Avenue. Upon successful completion of program requirements, students are eligible to take the state’s Competency Examination to […]
So, you remember the first go-round of the Artsbuck? It’s what put Pittsfield’s First Fridays ArtsWalk on the map with a cool rebate from those who spent $200+ on artwork featured in the monthly event. People got those Artsbucks, and used them. I could bore you with the numbers, but I won’t. The impact was […]