Berkshire County Arc to Host Online Training on Social Security Work Incentives

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire County Arc will host a virtual training session on Social Security work incentives on Tuesday, March 18, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST. The training is designed for individuals with disabilities receiving SSI and/or SSDI, and their families.

Topics covered will include:

  • Barriers to employment for Social Security disability beneficiaries
  • Available work incentives
  • Reporting requirements
  • Beneficiary rights
  • Employment support programs

The training will be led by Dennis DeYoung, a Community Partner Work Incentive Coordinator.

Registration is required due to limited space. To register, contact Nancy Willey at (413) 464-7262 Ext. 103 or nwilley@bcarc.org.

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Bianchi/Barbarotta Foundation Supports Youth Sports

PITTSFIELD, Mass.—The Bianchi/Barbarotta Foundation, following its 11th Annual Beer Tasting event on March 8, distributed $1,000 checks to 11 youth house league basketball organizations in Berkshire County.
 
The foundation allocated $11,000 to youth sports, with each of the 11 basketball organizations receiving $1,000
 
The beer tasting event, held at the Berkshire Hills Country Club, featured selections from multiple breweries and included food and music. Proceeds from the $30 admission fee supported the foundation's activities.
 
The Bianchi/Barbarotta Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on supporting children's initiatives.
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