Providers' Council

02/25/2026

Black History Month is a time to honor the generations of Black leaders, innovators, artists and changemakers who have shaped our communities and our country. From groundbreaking achievements to everyday acts of courage, Black history is American history — rich, resilient and still being written.

This month, we celebrate the past, recognize the present, and recommit to building a more just and inclusive future. ✨

02/13/2026

This week, we’re proud to highlight AgeSpan, a Providers’ Council member dedicated to supporting older adults, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers across the Commonwealth.

Through a wide range of programs and services, AgeSpan works to promote independence, dignity, and well-being at every stage of life. Read the full feature on our website:
https://providers.org/news-article/membership-monday-agespan/v

01/29/2026

On January 28, Governor Maura Healey presented her FY ’27 budget proposal this afternoon, a $62.8 billion spending plan, including $2.7 billion in surtax spending.

The full budget was posted online yesterday at approximately 2:00 p.m. The Council has released its preliminary analysis.

For more information on the governor's FY '27 budget, please click here:

https://providers.org/news-article/gov-healey-proposes-62-8-billion-fy-27-budget/

01/15/2026

📅✨ Now live! Our monthly DEIJA Celebrations Calendar, created in partnership with BAMSI’s DEIJA team. Explore it on our website: https://providers.org/deij-calendar/

01/14/2026

📰 The latest edition of The Provider is out now! Catch up on news, insights, and stories from the human services sector—read it today.

https://providers.org/theprovider/

01/13/2026

📚 Ready to learn something new? Check out our calendar of trainings, webinars, and educational opportunities!

🔗 https://providers.org/trainings/

01/13/2026

An incredible story from a person served. Thank you for sharing Pine Street Inn

Benjamin became homeless after a medical condition made it difficult for him to continue working. Now in Pine Street housing, Benjamin is getting the support he needs to build a stronger future for himself through Pine Street's job training program. Read his story: https://ow.ly/gHJ250XSHLF

01/13/2026

These numbers really highlight the importance of family- and community-based services. Well done to the KDC team!

01/13/2026

❄️✨ Love this winter celebration—such a joyful way to bring people together!

01/13/2026

Looks like such a fun event ❄️

01/13/2026

📢 📰 NEWS ALERT

On January 5, 2026, the Providers’ Council submitted testimony to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) on the proposed rates for 101 CMR 417:00: Rates for Certain Elder Care Services.

The Council stressed that inadequate reimbursement rates for human services promote racial and gender inequity, as the sector’s workforce is 80 percent women and has a higher proportion of people of color (36 percent) compared to all other industries in the state.

For more information check out our blog post
🔗 https://providers.org/news-article/council-testifies-at-cori-regulation-hearing/

01/05/2026

What does impact look like when it’s rooted in housing, education, and opportunity?

This week’s Membership Monday feature spotlights Wellspring House and the work they do every day to support families and adults, promote stability and employment, and strengthen communities across the North Shore.

🔗https://providers.org/news-article/membership-monday-wellspring-house/