Gandara Center

Gandara Center Gándara Center provides bilingual culturally sensitive behavioral health, substance use and prevent

Gándara was established in 1977 by a doctor named Jose Gándara, of Puerto Rican descent who sought to provide mental health services to the growing and largely Hispanic community in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Recently the Gándara Center expanded services to include residential, substance abuse treatment, and preventive services for children and families. We currently serve over 15,000 families from all backgrounds annually at nearly 100 locations throughout the state of Massachusetts.

11/21/2025
Today we honor the lives of those we have lost on Transgender Day of Remembrance. May their memory be a reminder of the ...
11/20/2025

Today we honor the lives of those we have lost on Transgender Day of Remembrance. May their memory be a reminder of the importance of compassion, dignity, and safety for all.

Celebrating Our COA Accreditation!Today, we proudly recognized our teams for their hard work and dedication as we receiv...
11/19/2025

Celebrating Our COA Accreditation!
Today, we proudly recognized our teams for their hard work and dedication as we received our official COA acknowledgment and accreditation certificates.

From the presentation of the certificates to the heartfelt moment where flowers were given to Tiffany and Maddy for their incredible leadership and commitment. This milestone reflects the passion and excellence that drive Gándara forward every day.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this achievement. Together, we continue to strengthen our mission and the communities we serve.

A great turnout at today’s All Managers Meeting as our administrative teams came together to share important updates acr...
11/19/2025

A great turnout at today’s All Managers Meeting as our administrative teams came together to share important updates across the agency. From new programs and services, safety initiatives, HR and tech updates, to fiscal news and plans for our upcoming Agency Holiday Party. We also talked about our Community Care Package Drive, continuing our commitment to supporting those we serve. Grateful for our leadership and their dedication to moving our mission forward!

We understand that finding a job can be a challenging journey, and we're here to support you. That's why the HR Crew is ...
11/18/2025

We understand that finding a job can be a challenging journey, and we're here to support you. That's why the HR Crew is excited to invite you to our Job Expo today at 95 Liberty Street, 3rd Floor, Springfield. Join us from 2 pm to 5 pm. Don’t forget to bring your resume—this could be your chance to connect with potential employers and even secure a job on the spot! We can’t wait to see you there and help you take the next step in your career.

Friendsgiving EventThe Impact Center created a welcoming atmosphere filled with food, friendship, and connection. The Im...
11/17/2025

Friendsgiving Event

The Impact Center created a welcoming atmosphere filled with food, friendship, and connection.

The Impact Center supports individuals by connecting them to vital resources for jobs, housing, education, and more. They offer free Wi-Fi, computer access, support groups, peer mentoring, and assistance with independent living skills and resume building.

Open to youth and young adults ages 16-26, the center provides informal, flexible, and safe services, fostering an inclusive environment dedicated to helping young people achieve their goals.

Congratulations to the Springfield Family Resource Center for celebrating the graduation of the Active Parenting Five-Ye...
11/17/2025

Congratulations to the Springfield Family Resource Center for celebrating the graduation of the Active Parenting Five-Year Spanish Group last Friday, November 14th. It’s inspiring to see the dedication and effort that Marieli Torres and Yaneth Garcia put into facilitating this important group. Their hard work has surely made a positive impact on the families involved.

We thank the Vaccine Clinics for their support at Stairway to Recovery in Brockton. Their assistance helped over a dozen...
11/14/2025

We thank the Vaccine Clinics for their support at Stairway to Recovery in Brockton. Their assistance helped over a dozen members and staff receive their vaccinations, promoting health and care within our community.

🎉 Congratulations, Whittlesey! 🎉We’re excited to celebrate Whittlesey on earning ClearlyRated’s 2025 Best of Accounting ...
11/13/2025

🎉 Congratulations, Whittlesey! 🎉

We’re excited to celebrate Whittlesey on earning ClearlyRated’s 2025 Best of Accounting Award, a recognition based entirely on client feedback and highlighting firms that deliver exceptional service. With a Net Promoter Score more than twice the industry average, Whittlesey continues to demonstrate outstanding commitment to trusted guidance and personalized care.

Thank you for supporting our mission over the years and for the positive impact you continue to make in our community. This recognition is truly well-deserved! 👏 Whittlesey

Exciting Update!Gándara’s Adolescent/Family Services and Adult Community-Based Services have officially relocated to our...
11/13/2025

Exciting Update!
Gándara’s Adolescent/Family Services and Adult Community-Based Services have officially relocated to our new Springfield office at 1095 Main Street.
We’re grateful to everyone who stopped by today’s open house as we begin this new chapter of serving our community.

On World Kindness Day, Gándara Center encourages everyone to embrace goodwill and empathy. Let’s engage in small acts of...
11/13/2025

On World Kindness Day, Gándara Center encourages everyone to embrace goodwill and empathy. Let’s engage in small acts of kindness, volunteer our time, and spread positivity. By starting with self-compassion, we can create a ripple effect that reaches others.

Together, let's make a difference!
* Be kind to yourself
* Treat others the way you want to be treated
* Let someone know you appreciate them
* Be empathetic towards those around you
* Be willing to say you’re sorry & admit when you’re wrong
* Do something nice for a stranger just because

At Gándara Center, we recognize and honor all veterans, our colleagues, clients, and community members, who have served ...
11/11/2025

At Gándara Center, we recognize and honor all veterans, our colleagues, clients, and community members, who have served with strength and compassion.
We thank you today and every day.

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933 East Columbus Avenue
Springfield, MA
01105

Opening Hours

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

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Our Story

Gándara was established in 1977 to provide mental health services to the growing Hispanic community in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Gándara Center has since expanded services to include residential, addiction recovery, educational and preventive services for children and families. We currently serve over 8,000 families from all backgrounds annually at more than 40 locations throughout the state of Massachusetts.