Western Mass DHILS - Viability

Western Mass DHILS - Viability Our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Independent Living Services (DHILS) provides a variety of services.

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Viability will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2026.

We honor and remember the individuals who gave their lives while serving our country.

Our offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 27.

We hope everyone has a safe and peaceful holiday weekend.

05/21/2026
05/19/2026

📆 Save the date - Sunday, September 13th!!

🐠🐙 Mystic Aquarium and ASD are teaming up to host a Deaf Awareness Day celebration!

Come join us from 10am-3pm. It promises to be a fun filled day to celebrate our Deaf community ✨🙌 Stay tuned for more information!

Cooling Centers in Greenfield.
05/19/2026

Cooling Centers in Greenfield.

🔥 It's HOT! Cooling centers are open! 😎

Locations and hours:
- Greenfield City Hall (14 Court Square): Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM
- John Zon Community Center (35 Pleasant Street): Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
- Greenfield Housing Authority Community Room (1 Elm Terrace): Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM
- Oak Courts Common Room (Oak Courts, off of Elm Street): Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM
- Greenfield Public Library (412 Main Street): Open hours

Individuals can also find cooling centers in other communities by calling 211.

Tips for staying cool and preventing heat-related illnesses and injuries:
- Never leave children or pets alone in a closed vehicle. Even with the windows cracked open, interior temperatures can rise almost 20°F within 10 minutes.
- Slow down and avoid strenuous activity.
- Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. Light colors reflect heat and sunlight and help maintain normal body temperature.
- Drink plenty of water — even if you are not thirsty. Avoid alcoholic beverages and liquids high in sugar or caffeine. If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink, ask how much you should drink during hot weather.
- Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. Do not leave pets outside for extended periods of time.
- If you must be outdoors, limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening hours. Try to rest often in shady areas so your body temperature will have a chance to recover. Use sunscreen with a high SPF and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
- Eat light, well-balanced meals.

05/18/2026

Extreme heat can strain the body and lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke—especially when your body can’t cool itself. Know the signs and take action early. Learn more: heat.gov

05/18/2026

Address

476 Appleton Street, Suite 2
Holyoke, MA
01040

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(413)5364880

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