February 2022 Newsletter

Spencer PD Collaborates with Open Sky for

Annual "Point in Time Count" Census

Spencer PD Sgt Norman Hodgerney teamed up with Open Sky Housing Team Lead, Ashley Leiton, for the Annual "Point in Time Count" census to try to document the number of homeless people currently living in Spencer.

After trekking through the snow-covered woods to campsites and tracking down those living in cars, 18 individuals were identified as homeless in Spencer. They were offered services, food and shelter from the cold.

Thank you, Spencer Police Department, for supporting our work and the unhoused population!

We would like to extend an additional thank you to Webster First Federal Credit Union for donating $2,500 to assist with Open Sky's work with the homeless community in Spencer.

Learn More About Open Sky's Housing and Homelessness Programs

Save the Date for April 14th!

2023 Safe Homes Gala and

People of Courage Awards

We are very excited to return in person for the Safe Homes Gala and People of Courage Awards on April 14, 2023 at the AC Hotel by Marriott Worcester.

Registration is opening soon! Don't miss out on all the fun and celebration planned for the evening. We look forward to adding new creative elements in addition to the silent auction and VIP reception.

Hear about it first by following Safe Homes on Facebook and Instagram.

We are also excited to announce that the dynamic duo of Ché Anderson and Jorge Sanchez (pictured here with Ken Bates), will be returning once again as our emcees!

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Show your support for LGBTQIA+ youth in Central Massachusetts, and gain visibility in the Greater Worcester community as a sponsor of the Safe Homes Gala and People of Courage Awards.

Become a Sponsor

Honoring Black History Month: Reforming the Racial Justice System Speaker Panel

February 14th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM

This virtual event is open to employees and individuals served by Central Community Health Partnership, Open Sky Community Services, Steward Health Care Network, and Venture Community Services.

In honor of Black History Month, we look forward to inviting various speakers to discuss injustices within the racial justice system and the work being done to change it. An individual will also share their lived experiences.

Check your work email or talk with your program coordinator if you would like to attend. Pre-registration is required to get the Zoom meeting link.

Questions? Email info@openskycs.org or respond to this newsletter.

Join the Open Sky Team!

Are you open to new opportunities? Join an agency that provides excellent benefits, is passionate about whole-person care, and prioritizes diversity, inclusion, and belonging!

Open Sky is hiring for a Senior Vice President of Behavioral Health who will oversee a vast array of services including Hospital Diversion, Crisis, and Respite Services as well as all aspects of our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic which provides comprehensive outpatient services and wraparound support.

Additional job opportunities: