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.

☀️ Rise & Shine with community leadership! This morning, our CEO Lois Nesci attended the Springfield Regional Chamber’s ...
01/09/2026

☀️ Rise & Shine with community leadership! This morning, our CEO Lois Nesci attended the Springfield Regional Chamber’s January Rise & Shine Business Breakfast at Bay Path University, highlighting the vital role arts, culture, and recreation nonprofits play in strengthening our region. Nonprofits are an essential industry, driving economic growth while enriching lives across our communities. We’re proud to be part of the conversation.

Recovery doesn’t have to be navigated alone. Recover NOW! offers free, intensive case management and wraparound support ...
01/09/2026

Recovery doesn’t have to be navigated alone.
Recover NOW! offers free, intensive case management and wraparound support from bilingual, bicultural staff with lived experience, because healing is stronger with community.

If you or someone you love is seeking support with recovery, treatment access, or service navigation, help is here.

📞 Call today: 1-774-RECOVER
📍 Springfield residents only
Empowering recovery. Enhancing lives.

Recover NOW! está aquí para TI. El camino hacia la recuperación no se recorre solo. Ofrecemos apoyo gratuito, personal b...
01/09/2026

Recover NOW! está aquí para TI.
El camino hacia la recuperación no se recorre solo. Ofrecemos apoyo gratuito, personal bilingüe y bicultural, y acompañamiento con experiencia vivida.

📞 1-774-RECOVER
Recuperación empoderante. Mejorando vidas.

Today we honor Orthodox Christmas and extend warm wishes to all in our community who are celebrating. May this holy day ...
01/07/2026

Today we honor Orthodox Christmas and extend warm wishes to all in our community who are celebrating. May this holy day be filled with peace, love, and hope.
Hoy celebramos la Navidad ortodoxa y extendemos nuestros mejores deseos a todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad que la celebran. Que este día sagrado esté lleno de paz, amor y esperanza.

Happy Three Kings Day! ✨👑Wishing you joy, sweet traditions, and special moments today. ¡Feliz Día de los Reyes! ✨👑Les de...
01/06/2026

Happy Three Kings Day! ✨👑
Wishing you joy, sweet traditions, and special moments today.

¡Feliz Día de los Reyes! ✨👑
Les deseamos alegría, dulces tradiciones y momentos especiales hoy.

Trinity Health is thrilled to host the 5th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Health Equity Symposium on January 19th, 20...
01/05/2026

Trinity Health is thrilled to host the 5th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Health Equity Symposium on January 19th, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST.

This year’s theme, “The Dream in Practice,” draws inspiration from Dr. King’s enduring words: “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” Together, we will explore how hope fuels action—and how action brings the dream closer to reality.

This virtual event will feature thought leaders, changemakers, and community advocates who are actively transforming systems and improving lives.

Mark your calendar and be part of this important conversation as we honor Dr. King’s legacy by putting hope into practice. Register for this exciting event at www.trinityforhealthequity.org.

To register, visit: https://www.trinity-health.org/our-impact/the-common-good/mlk-health-equity-symposium

Save the Date!"Know Your Rights: Criminal Records" A training by Community Legal AidJanuary 21st, from 10am to 12pm at t...
01/05/2026

Save the Date!
"Know Your Rights: Criminal Records" A training by Community Legal Aid
January 21st, from 10am to 12pm at the Springfield Family Resource Center,
1095 Main Street, Springfield, MA

Feliz Año Nuevo de parte de todo en Gándara. Al dar la bienvenida a un nuevo año, reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de apoy...
12/31/2025

Feliz Año Nuevo de parte de todo en Gándara. Al dar la bienvenida a un nuevo año, reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de apoyar a individuos, familias y comunidades en todo Massachusetts con cuidado, esperanza y compasión. Gracias por ser parte de nuestro camino.
Happy New Year from all of us at Gándara. As we welcome a new year, we remain committed to supporting individuals, families, and communities across Massachusetts with care, hope, and compassion. Thank you for being part of our journey.

Happy first day of Kwanzaa!Today, Gándara Center would like to highlight the first of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. U...
12/26/2025

Happy first day of Kwanzaa!
Today, Gándara Center would like to highlight the first of the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Umoja, which means Unity. Gándara Center recognizes that mental health is not just an individual issue—it’s a community responsibility that requires all of us working together, supporting one another, and building a culture where everyone can thrive.

12/24/2025

From all of us at Gándara, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. May this season be filled with peace, warmth, and moments of joy.

De parte de todos nosotros en Gándara, les deseamos una Feliz Navidad y felices fiestas. Que esta temporada esté llena de paz, calidez y momentos de alegría.

Our Springfield Family Resource Center hosted a holiday bingo party and it shows. Full rooms. Smiles everywhere.Thank yo...
12/24/2025

Our Springfield Family Resource Center hosted a holiday bingo party and it shows. Full rooms. Smiles everywhere.

Thank you to the SFRC staff for supporting families through joy, generosity, and connection. This is community care in action.

A caring family chose our foster care children this holiday season, and their kindness landed where it mattered most. Th...
12/24/2025

A caring family chose our foster care children this holiday season, and their kindness landed where it mattered most. They gave with intention and respect, and our kids feel seen and valued. Families in our intensive foster care program carry heavy days, and your gifts brought comfort, joy, and relief. Thank you for showing up with quiet generosity and honoring privacy. Your compassion strengthens our community and reminds our kids they are not forgotten.

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933 East Columbus Avenue
Springfield, MA
01105

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

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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.