neba empowers individuals with disabilities and other barriers to be fully included in their communities through sustainable employment opportunities, while providing businesses with the tools to be more inclusive.

02/27/2026

Small acts of kindness can open doors to confidence, belonging, and opportunity.

We believe inclusive employment starts with compassion. We see people for their strengths and support them every step of the way. ๐Ÿ’ผ

[Video is a red background with nebaโ€™s logo and a blue circle sliding onto the screen. In white text: Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people. Roy T. Bennett.]

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming โ€” but the right tools can make all the difference.Families and caregivers ...
02/24/2026

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming โ€” but the right tools can make all the difference.

Families and caregivers are invited to a free virtual workshop, โ€œTools to Support Your Childโ€™s Transition Journey,โ€ hosted by The Arc of Massachusetts on February 25 from 12:00โ€“1:00 PM.

This session will introduce Charting the LifeCourse tools, a person-centered approach that helps families create a vision, explore interests, and plan meaningful next steps as youth transition to adult life.

Whether your child is just beginning to think about the future or already navigating transition planning, this webinar offers practical guidance and supportive resources.

๐Ÿ”— Learn more & register: https://spedchildmass.com/event/tools-to-support-your-childs-transition-journey/

The Arc of Massachusetts

Webinar, February 25th, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The best way to prepare for your childโ€™s transition to adult services is to begin early (even before age 14). Learn how Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) tools offer a person-centered approach to start planning for transition.* From first d...

At neba, inclusion isnโ€™t a buzzword - itโ€™s how we work.We believe everyone deserves to feel valued, supported, and like ...
02/23/2026

At neba, inclusion isnโ€™t a buzzword - itโ€™s how we work.

We believe everyone deserves to feel valued, supported, and like they truly belong. When people feel a sense of belonging, theyโ€™re more confident, more engaged, and more likely to succeed at work and in their communities.

Thatโ€™s why neba meets people where they are, listens first, and builds employment supports around each individualโ€”not the other way around. Because meaningful work starts with being seen, respected, and included.

Why neba?
Because belonging creates opportunity - and opportunity changes lives.

02/20/2026

These words remind us that excellence is not about titles, itโ€™s about purpose, effort, and opportunity.

At neba, we make it our mission to advance inclusive hiring in our community by helping people with disabilities and other barriers build meaningful careers while supporting employers in creating people-centered workplaces. ๐Ÿ’ผ

[Video is a blue circle with red quotation marks and the neba logo. The text color is white, reads: Whatever you are, be a good one. William Makepeace Thackeray / Abraham Lincoln.]

Inclusive employment is built through community. When individuals, employment specialists, and local employers work toge...
02/18/2026

Inclusive employment is built through community. When individuals, employment specialists, and local employers work together, opportunities become more accessible and more meaningful. At neba, we partner with businesses and community resources to help create workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and included. Because true inclusion isnโ€™t just about getting a job - itโ€™s about belonging.

Learn more about how community partnerships support employment: https://www.nebaworks.com/for-employers.html

Happy Presidentsโ€™ Day! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธIn observance of the holiday, neba is closed today.We will reopen on the next business day.As w...
02/16/2026

Happy Presidentsโ€™ Day! ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

In observance of the holiday, neba is closed today.
We will reopen on the next business day.

As we take this time to pause, we also reflect on the importance of leadership, opportunity, and community โ€” values that guide our work every day as we support individuals on their path to meaningful employment.

This Valentineโ€™s Day, weโ€™re celebrating connection.At neba, no one searches for employment alone. We walk side by side w...
02/14/2026

This Valentineโ€™s Day, weโ€™re celebrating connection.

At neba, no one searches for employment alone. We walk side by side with people as they explore their strengths, build confidence, and find meaningful workโ€”one-on-one, every step of the way.

Because everyone deserves support, dignity, and a path forward. โค๏ธ

02/13/2026

Every setback holds a lesson that is a part of the process.

We believe growth comes from persistence, support, and dedication. Thatโ€™s why, through inclusive employment opportunities, growth happens.

When opportunity meets support, growth blossoms.

[Video shows a red background with nebaโ€™s logo, and a piece of paper with a clip. Text is black; reads: Failure is not fatal; it is an opportunity to learn and grow. Anonymous.]

๐Œ๐š๐ค๐ž ๐š๐ง ๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ญ ๐ข๐ง ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ.๐‡๐ž๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ง๐ ๐ž ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐จ๐ง๐žโ€™๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐ข๐Ÿ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐›๐ž๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ.neba is hiring Employment Consultants to work...
02/12/2026

๐Œ๐š๐ค๐ž ๐š๐ง ๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ญ ๐ข๐ง ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ.
๐‡๐ž๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ง๐ ๐ž ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž๐จ๐ง๐žโ€™๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐ข๐Ÿ๐ž ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐›๐ž๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ.

neba is hiring Employment Consultants to work alongside individuals as they explore career goals, build skills, and secure meaningful, competitive employment. This is relationship-based, community-focused work that creates real opportunity.

Openings available in:
โ€ข Hampden, Hampshire & Franklin Counties, MA
โ€ข Northern Connecticut

If youโ€™re motivated by purpose, value person-centered work, and want a role that goes beyond a desk, weโ€™d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply: https://www.nebaworks.com/careers.html

Why neba? Because who you work with matters.Ticket to Work is a federal Social Security program that helps people who re...
02/09/2026

Why neba? Because who you work with matters.

Ticket to Work is a federal Social Security program that helps people who receive SSI or SSDI explore employmentโ€”without immediately losing their benefits.

neba is proud to be an approved Employment Network in the Ticket to Work program, offering free, one-on-one support for people who want to work at their own pace. From career exploration to job search to understanding how work impacts benefits, neba walks alongside you every step of the way.

No pressure. No one-size-fits-all plans. Just trusted guidance, real relationships, and support built around your goals.

Ticket to Work opens the door.
neba helps you walk through it.

๐Ÿ’™ Learn more about working with neba through Ticket to Work


www.nebaworks.com

02/06/2026

Belief is where opportunity begins.

At neba, we see potential firstโ€”and help individuals turn confidence into meaningful employment through inclusive hiring and personalized support. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’ผ

Belief isnโ€™t just motivational; itโ€™s transformational.

[Video is a red background with nebaโ€™s logo and a blue circle sliding onto the screen. In white text: Believe you can and you're halfway there. Theodore Roosevelt]

Our community is stronger when we share what helps us thrive. ๐Ÿ’™Do you have a favorite local resourceโ€”an organization, pr...
02/05/2026

Our community is stronger when we share what helps us thrive. ๐Ÿ’™

Do you have a favorite local resourceโ€”an organization, program, business, or serviceโ€”thatโ€™s made a difference for you or someone you care about?

Drop it in the comments and tell us why it matters. Your recommendation could help someone else find the support theyโ€™ve been looking for.

Letโ€™s keep lifting each other upโ€”together.

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Springfield, MA
01144

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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NEBAโ€™s Story

Established in 1983 New England Business Associates (NEBA) is a nonprofit organization known nationally and internationally for its work in supported employment as well as supporting the integration needs and rights of people with disabilities and/or employment challenges. We are the recipient of many awards, including Best Practice from the national Association of People Supporting Employment First.

We are committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals, and currently serve more than 600 people annually through employment, self-employment, skill-building, and community inclusion programs. Individuals served have a myriad of skills, abilities and interests and are between the ages of 15 and 68.

NEBA has contracts with the Department of Developmental Disabilities, the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission, the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, the Department of Transitional Assistance, and local school systems for students transitioning from high school. NEBA is also a registered employment network through the Social Security Administrationโ€™s Ticket to Work program.