Community Connections Inc.

05/01/2026

We’re reimagining our traditional Community Heart Awards as the Kind Hearts Cruise. Thursday, June 11 will be an unforgettable evening along the Cape Cod Canal featuring live music, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and celebration under the sunset.
Join us as we honor people and organizations creating more inclusive communities for people with disabilities... this time, on the water.
Looking to make an even bigger impact? Sponsorship opportunities are now available, offering meaningful visibility while supporting life-enriching programs.
🎟️ Tickets are limited, secure your spot and come aboard.
🤝 Interested in sponsoring? Let’s connect.

04/28/2026

Community Connections is pleased to share that Jill Conlon has stepped into the role of Chief Operating Officer. Jill brings more than two decades of leadership experience in human services, with a strong record of advancing person-centered supports, strengthening operations, and building systems that improve quality and sustainability.

We are proud to have Jill’s leadership, experience, and values guiding our work as we continue to grow and serve adults and families across our communities.

04/27/2026

Thank you to the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod for awarding us a Community Grant, making our Art of Belonging Series & Exhibit possible! 🎨

We’re proud to partner with The Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network (CapeCodCAN!) to bring three 8-week art series to individuals across our Cape programs in Mashpee and South Yarmouth, creating meaningful opportunities for self-expression and connection.

The series will culminate in a month-long exhibit beginning June 5, celebrating artwork that reflects what it means to feel valued, seen, and heard, followed by a closing reception on June 27 at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod.

We’re grateful for your support in helping us bring creativity, inclusion, and community to life. 💙

04/24/2026

What a night! 🍝✨ Our 18th Annual Family & Friends Pasta Dinner & Raffle was filled with great food, fun, and an incredible sense of community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening so special, our staff, participants, families, friends, donors, sponsors, and elected officials. Your support means so much.

A special thank you to our generous sponsors: GEM Air Services, Rexel Energy Solutions, BayCoast Bank, Prince and Lobel, and Anthony F. Cordeiro Insurance Agency LLC. We couldn’t do it without you! 💙

04/23/2026

Click the link to view our April 2026 newsletter! Inside, you'll find exciting program and event updates, advocacy news, and more!

Email from Community Connections, Inc. Catching up on recent activities, highlights and upcoming events April 2026 Catching up with Community Connections   A Word from Katie Driscoll, President and CE

04/21/2026

Earlier this month, Community Connections was honored to welcome a group of students from Interior Architecture + Design at UMass Dartmouth to our Hartwell Day Program.
The students toured our space, connected with participants and staff, and learned firsthand about the importance of accessible, person‑centered design. The people we support also shared their own creative ideas and insights on future design concepts that promote independence, valued roles, and shared community.
Experiences like this reflect our commitment to being innovative, forward‑thinking, and true Community Connectors—bringing people together and learning alongside others who share our vision for inclusive environments. We are proud of our growing partnership with UMass Dartmouth and look forward to continued collaboration with Professor Rose Mary Botti‑Salitsky and her class.

04/17/2026

After four decades of service, leadership, and unwavering commitment, we celebrate the retirement of Joe Krajewski.
Joe’s impact on Community Connections and on the countless lives he has touched cannot be measured. From his early days in employment services to his role as Chief Operating Officer, he has led with integrity, heart, and a deep belief in inclusion and opportunity for all.
Joe's daily work with Community Connections was the embodiment of our mission. He truly is a Community Connector.
Thank you, Joe, for everything you have given to this organization and the people we serve. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter.

04/10/2026

Today, April 10, we were thrilled to host the Plymouth Fire Department at our Plymouth DayHab. The firefighters discussed fire safety, their work in the community, and answered questions from our participants before taking the group outside to see a fire truck and fire safety equipment. Across our agency, we are grateful for our ongoing partnerships with local emergency service departments. These professionals are true Community Connectors, they provide critical services and education to the people we serve. Thanks to their dedication, our participants receive important information to protect themselves and others in emergencies.

04/09/2026

ONE WEEK left before our 18th Annual Family & Friends Pasta Dinner & Raffle! Join us for a wonderful night of community, food, and of course, exciting raffle prizes. All proceeds support our important work serving adults with disabilities in the Fall River area. Tickets are available in our Fall River and Fairhaven programs or on the events page on our website.

04/07/2026

We’re proud to co-sponsor the inaugural South Coast Caring Force Rally on May 1 at White's of Westport. We will bring together providers, frontline professionals, and advocates from across the region.
As part of the Providers’ Council, The Caring Force is dedicated exclusively to workforce advocacy, fighting for fair rates, loan repayment, professional recognition, and a sustainable human services workforce.
Advocacy is core to our mission. The voices of those who provide and receive care matter, and this rally is a chance to raise awareness and push for livable wages and policies that value care in our communities.

Join us and be part of a growing movement rooted in strength, solidarity, and respect for our essential workforce!

04/06/2026

Did we mention RAFFLE BASKETS? There's still time to purchase tickets for our 18th Annual Family & Friends Pasta Dinner & Raffle in Fall River on April 16. All proceeds support our Fall River area programs. Tickets can be purchased at our Fall River and Fairhaven locations, or on the events page on our website. See you there!