AdLib Inc. Center for Independent Living Appoints CEO

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire's Center for Independent Living's Board of Directors is announced  Marco Ingoglia as the new CEO of the organization.
 
An experienced business leader, Ingoglia was appointed the role of Chief Executive Officer in late February of 2022.
 
Ingoglia brings with him  expertise in all facets of disability advocacy including, senior leadership experience in spearheading programs to support the on-going needs of Senior Living and people with
disabilities, child and family services, Behavioral Health, Congregate Living, Youth Transition, Supported Employment and Affordable Housing, according to a press release.
 
"Ingoglia has an impressive track record of successfully leading programs that support those with disabilities," said Linda Febles, President of the Board of Directors. "A proven industry leader, Ingoglia brings passion,
insight, and experience to our organization at the perfect time. With Ingoglia leading the organization, Adlib is primed to move into an exciting future of growth and innovation."
 
Ad Lib, Inc., founded in 1983, is a private, non-profit, community based, consumer controlled Independent Living Center. The Center provides independent living and specialized services for people with disabilities in Berkshire County. Ad Lib Inc. empowers people with disabilities to live more independently and have control of their own lives. Ingoglia and his new administrative team believe deeply in progressive and pro-active advocacy, enhanced community engagement, and taking a larger role in the Berkshire's civic involvement and philanthropic endeavors.
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Pittsfield Affordable Housing Initiatives Shine Light, Hope

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff

Housing Secretary Edward Augustus cuts the ribbon at The First on Thursday with housing officials and Mayor Peter Marchetti, state Sen. Paul Mark and state Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The holidays are here and several community members are celebrating it with the opening of two affordable housing initiatives. 
 
"This is a day to celebrate," Hearthway CEO Eileen Peltier said during the ribbon-cutting on Thursday. 
 
The celebration was for nearly 40 supportive permanent housing units; nine at "The First" located within the Zion Lutheran Church, and 28 on West Housatonic Street. A ceremony was held in the new Housing Resource Center on First Street, which was funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. 
 
The apartments will be leased out by Hearthway, with ServiceNet as a partner. 
 
Prior to the ribbon-cutting, public officials and community resource personnel were able to tour the two new permanent supported housing projects — West Housatonic Apartments and The First Street Apartments and Housing Resource Center
 
The First Street location has nine studio apartments that are about 300 square feet and has a large community center. The West Housatonic Street location will have 28 studio units that range between 300 to 350 square feet. All units can be adapted to be ADA accessible. 
 
The West Housatonic location is still under construction with the hope to have it completed by the middle of January, said Chris Wilett, Hearthway development associate.
 
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