Before you head to the State House on May 13, join us for a quick informational webinar to make sure you're ready to advocate! We'll cover everything you need to know: when to arrive, what to wear, how to connect with your legislators, and the advocacy goals behind this year's rally.
Before you head to the State House on May 13, join us for a quick informational webinar to make sure you're ready to advocate! We'll cover everything you need to know: when to arrive, what to wear, how to connect with your legislators, and the advocacy goals behind this year's rally.
Date and Time: May 12; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Conversations for Caring. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to lbulkley@glss.net. This presentation seeks to expose the invisible yet highly coordinated care delivery work that family and friend caregivers perform across networks
Date and Time: May 12 and 14; 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Executive Leaders and Board Members Learning Track: Leadership & Organizational Development, Finance & Sustainability **Please note this session is hosted by the Montana Nonprofit Association. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to ashike@mtnonprofit.org. What do
Rally with us for our biggest advocacy day of the year!
Meet us at the State House, where you'll hear from human services workers, the people we serve, and legislators about why this sector matters and why adequate funding can't wait. After the 1-hour speaking program, you'll meet directly with your legislators to discuss our priorities.
Date and Time: May 14; 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Bridgewell's Center for Professional Development. Any questions regarding this session should be directed to kjanjar@bridgewell.org. This program explores the concept of hope and the unique needs of individuals and families as they approach the
Date and Time: May 14; 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Housing Bridge. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to info@housingbridge.net. Housing Bridge provides professional training for housing providers, shelters, and affordable housing communities across Massachusetts. Housing Bridge's workshops help programs improve housing
Date and Time: May 14; 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Human Resources, Administration & Finance Learning Track: Workforce Development & Staff Engagement, Finance & Sustainability Culture and engagement start well before day one. This webinar explores how early hiring touchpoints—such as job postings, recruiter interactions, and your Applicant Tracking
Date and Time: Tuesday, May 19; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: 100 Crossing Blvd, Framingham, MA 01702 Intended Audience: Human Resources and Workforce Development Staff, Executive Leaders Learning Track: Workforce Development and Staff Engagement Join us for this in-person, members-only University Roundtable as we bring together representatives from local colleges and universities with strong
Date and Time: May 20; 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Human Resources, Executive Leadership, Program Management and Staff Supporting Employee Professional Development Learning Track: Workforce Development & Professional Development Join the Providers’ Council for a Tuition Remission Q&A webinar focused on the Tuition Remission Program process, eligibility requirements and
Date and Time: May 21, May 28, June 4 and June 11; all sessions 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Human Resources, Supervisors & Managers, Executive Leadership Learning Tracks: Workforce Development & Staff Engagement, Leadership & Organizational Development Funding pressures. State restrictions on compensation. A revolving door with frequent turnover.
Date and Time: May 21; 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Housing Bridge. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to info@housingbridge.net. Housing Bridge provides professional training for housing providers, shelters, and affordable housing communities across Massachusetts. Housing Bridge’s workshops help programs improve housing
Date and Time: May 21; 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Direct Care Staff Learning Track: Direct Practice, Client Engagement & Clinical Topics Caregivers work with communities that are highly targeted by scammers such as people with disabilities and older adults. According to Scamwatch, people with disabilities are roughly 1.5
Join The Caring Force at the Providers of Central Mass 35th Annual Legislative Breakfast on May 28, 2026 at College of Holy Cross.
Date and Time: May 28; 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: Human Resources, Administration & Finance, Executive Leadership Learning Track: Workforce Development & Staff Engagement This session equips nonprofit leaders, program managers, and workforce development professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to successfully access and leverage workforce training grants
Date and Time: May 28; 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Qualifacts. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to alison.guilfoile@qualifacts.com. Eligibility is one of the biggest drivers of claim denials in behavioral healthcare and one of the most misunderstood as the landscape continues
Date and Time: June 3; 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by our partner, the National Council of Nonprofits. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to kyponder@councilofnonprofits.org Nonprofit organizations play a crucial and legal role in civic engagement, strengthening both communities and democracy. Join
Building on the energy of last year’s first-ever Merrimack Valley Rally — where nearly 200 advocates gathered at Northern Essex Community College to demand increased funding and fair wages for human services workers — this upcoming event will once again unite the sector to raise our voices together. Join fellow providers, workers, and champions for an energizing rally focused on pay parity, sustainable funding, and the power of collective advocacy in Merrimack Valley.
Date and Time: June 16; 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom Intended Audience: All levels of staff including Supervisors and Managers, Human Resources, Leadership, and Direct Care Learning Track: Equity, Justice & Culturally Responsive Practice In the U.S., it has become particularly challenging to engage in respectful conversations about topics such as
Date and Time: June 16; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Online via Zoom **Please note this session is hosted by Conversations for Caring. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to lbulkley@glss.net. Older adults across communities face unique challenges in maintaining social connection, often struggling with isolation and limited resources. This webinar shares
