AdLib Center for Independent Living

02/03/2026

Remember clearing snow effectively is essential for accessibility!

02/01/2026

With heating prices at all time high and with Berkshire Gas considering raising their prices YOUR voice matters!

Here are the details for how you can get your voice heard. The Company’s regulator, the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is currently reviewing the proposed increase to assess its fairness and is now seeking local input.

Your voice matters in this process. The DPU has scheduled listening sessions in Western Massachusetts regarding these proposed price increases. The DPU invites you to share feedback and personal experiences through these sessions. Your input will help the DPU better serve our region.

The DPU will hold two sessions:

Remote listening session on February 4th, 2026 beginning at 7:00 pm available
You can join this listening session via zoom by entering the link, [http://]https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88691149217 or, dial in at 1 305 224 1968 (not toll free) and enter the Webinar ID: 886 9114 9217.

In-person session on February 5th, 2026, beginning at 7:00 pm at Berkshire Community College’s Boland Theater on 1350 West Street.

The Department also invites the community to send written comments by email until 5:00 pm on February 27, 2026, addressed to dpu.efiling@mass.gov, lauren.morris@mass.gov, or bvaughan@keeganwerlin.com. Written comments may also be mailed to Peter A. Ray, Secretary, Department of Public Utilities at One South Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 02110.

01/30/2026

AdLib is transitioning to a new phone system this morning!

While we don't anticipate any interruptions to service, please understand we will have new extensions and a new system to navigate.

Thank you!

01/26/2026

AdLib staff are working remote today, Monday January 26th, due to the snowstorm!

Our phones are still being monitored just please allow time for staff to call you back if your call is missed. The physical office will reopen Tuesday January 27th at 9am.

01/23/2026

With the cold weather now upon us here is our latest Blog article Living Well in Winter: Practical Tips for Staying Safe, Warm, and Independent: https://www.adlibcil.org/living-well-in-winter/

01/23/2026

Pittsfield, MA, Overnight Warming Center: Warming Center—operating from November 17, 2025 to April 17, 2026 No beds/cots, Low barrier, Adults 18+ 55 Fenn Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 Hours: 10 pm to 8 am Access: Please use the front door at First United Methodist Church. No drugs or alcohol use allowed on property.

01/22/2026

If you need help with bills know this resource is available!

Don't miss out on this financial assistance to help with your energy bills. Apply now.

To see if you are eligible, visit https://bcacinc.org/fuel-assistance-2/

To apply, visit https://toapply.org/BCAC

01/21/2026

Have fun this winter with these Adaptive Skating events in North Adams! see below for registration and participation details...

01/21/2026

Want to learn the basics of your laptop or smart phone? See the FREE classes being offered below...

01/18/2026

AdLib will be closed on Monday 19th January 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will re-open on Tuesday 20th January at 9am.

01/06/2026