Valley Opportunity Council, Inc.

06/06/2026

Olivia is sleeping soundly knowing that WIC has her back all the way through age 5!! Stop in today-we can help you too!

06/05/2026

Calling all WIC Dads! 👥 Father’s Day is just around the corner, and we want to remind you that dads, grandpas, and male guardians can absolutely apply for and use WIC benefits for their children. We are here to support the whole family. Apply online today at mass.gov/wic!

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

New Month, New Choices! 🥗🥖Happy June! Did you know your WIC benefits just got more flexible? Starting this year, you can now:
- Swap your juice benefit for an extra $3 in "WIC Cash" to spend on fresh fruits and veggies! 🍎
- Pick up canned fish (now for everyone over age 1!)
- Try new whole grain options like quinoa, whole wheat bagels, or English muffins.
Check your WICShopper App today to see your updated balance! 📱✨

06/01/2026

Meet volunteers like Diane. Diane has volunteered as a Senior Companion since 2010 and served nearly 35,000 hours of service in the community. She is currently our longest-serving volunteer with 16 years of service to Chicopee. Join us to learn more about how you can make a huge impact, too!

Valley Opportunity Council’s (VOC) Senior Companion Program (SCP) is seeking new volunteers to serve in Chicopee, Holyoke, and surrounding cities.

The SCP pairs volunteers ages 55-plus with older adults who need companionship. Senior Companion Volunteers provide social connection and friendly visiting; offer transportation and help with errands such as grocery shopping or medical appointments; and deliver caregiver respite, giving family members a needed break. Each volunteer experience is unique, based on a carefully created one-on-one match.

For those interested in learning more about the program and volunteering, an Open House will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026, from 2-4 p.m. at 516 Chicopee Street, Chicopee, featuring refreshments and information. Current SCP volunteers will also be present to answer questions.

Questions? Call Andrea at 413-612-0229 for more information or to set up a meeting to get started.

05/29/2026

Meet volunteers like Helen (pictured above). Helen has volunteered for two stints as a Senior Companion, totaling 12 years, and served more than 1,400 hours of service in the community. Join us to learn more about how you can make an impact too!

Valley Opportunity Council’s (VOC) Senior Companion Program (SCP) is seeking new volunteers to serve in Chicopee, Holyoke, and surrounding cities.

The SCP pairs volunteers ages 55-plus with older adults who need companionship. Senior Companion Volunteers provide social connection and friendly visiting; offer transportation and help with errands such as grocery shopping or medical appointments; and deliver caregiver respite, giving family members a needed break. Each volunteer experience is unique, based on a carefully created one-on-one match.

For those interested in learning more about the program and volunteering, an Open House will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026, from 2-4 p.m. at 516 Chicopee Street, Chicopee, featuring refreshments and information. Current SCP volunteers will also be present to answer questions.

Questions? Call Andrea at 413-612-0229 for more information or to set up a meeting to get started.