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Friday, September 15, 2023

Job fair at HMEA September 29, 2023

Are you looking for a job built around helping others in an impactful community? Come check out HMEA’s Career Fair on September 29 in Franklin alongside our affiliate, Advocates.

You’ll be able to learn about all the new and different opportunities HMEA has to offer, including direct support staff, job developers, and more. For more details, sign up -> https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=af1a0c13-7d34-4706-8ef9-523173e6ab21


Job fair at HMEA September 29, 2023
Job fair at HMEA September 29, 2023

Saturday, June 3, 2023

Special Announcement from HMEA


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM HMEA

HMEA Board of Directors Announces CEO Retirement

Last September, the Boards of Directors of both HMEA and Advocates strongly voted in favor of a full merger of both organizations with the goal of completing that merger in stages by July 1, 2024.


Since last fall, HMEA and Advocates have made considerable progress toward full integration of Administration and Finance, with a plan to work towards an organizational design for Services that will best meet the needs of the individuals, families, employees, and communities we support.


While all of this progress and momentum is great news for both organizations, it does come with some bittersweet news as well. 

Jule Gomes Noack, President and Chief Executive officer of HMEA, has decided that now is the right time for her to transition into retirement after more than 36 years with the organization. With the merger on track and a strong senior leadership team remaining in place at HMEA, Jule believes that her work is complete, and that the successful merger is a fitting capstone to her career. 


Jule's last day will align with the next merger milestone date which is June 30, 2023. Jule has made it clear that she is committed to remaining a resource and advisor to the new organization. As such, she will be available to share her institutional knowledge and provide guidance beyond the end of June. 


While we are very sad to see her go, we respect and support her decision and will now turn our attention to celebrating her incredible career and contributions.


Jule Gomes Noack

Jule Gomes Noack

Retiring President & CEO

Here are just a few highlights from Jule's career at HMEA...


  • Jule joined HMEA in 1987 as the agency's first clinical coordinator and has worked directly in or managed nearly every program, service, and administrative role within the organization. For the past 16 years, she has been a key member of HMEA's executive leadership team and has served as President/CEO since 2020.
  • She led the creation and expansion of the agency's Quality, Learning and Performance department, which is focused on ensuring the highest levels of service quality, improving staff development methods to address a diverse workforce, and measuring performance outcomes in all divisions and departments throughout the organization. 
  • Jule has also been the champion and driving force behind the development of HMEA's diversity initiative which promotes a culture of inclusion with a strong focus on a resolution of respect and a 'No Place for Hate' workplace. HMEA employees come from more than 38 different countries. 
  • She also successfully led the organization through one of the most challenging times in recent history with the confluence of a global pandemic, racial reckoning, and political unrest. 

We are incredibly grateful to Jule for her dedication as a servant leader in support of social justice for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and the staff who support them. 


Please join us in thanking and honoring Jule for all she has done and celebrating with her as she embarks on her next chapter.


The Advocates and HMEA Administration and Boards of Directors are working together on a plan for leadership succession, and information including the timeline for merger will be shared in the next few weeks. 

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Tickets are Going Fast: HMEA Presents Studio Two | A Tribute to The Beatles at THE BLACK BOX - Feb 25


Tickets are Going Fast: HMEA Presents Studio Two | A Tribute to The Beatles at THE BLACK BOX - Feb 25

Everyone is invited for a night of live music at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA on Saturday, February 25, 2023!


HMEA is pleased to present:

Studio Two: A Tribute to the Early Years of The Beatles!


All tickets include event entry, door prize drawing entry, access to the cash bar, raffle area, and complimentary dessert bar. Reserved tables with premium seating now available!


Door Prize valued at $500

Raffle Prize packages valued at $250 and up

Don't miss your chance to dance the night away - and win BIG!

Purchase Tickets


Prizes include: Apple AirPods Pro + Apple Gift Card | Stainless Steel Patio Heater + Craft Cocktail Set | SoloStove Stainless Firepit + Yeti Tumblers | Charcoal Smoker + BBQ Tools Set | & More!


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Benefits include free event tickets, bonus raffle and door prize tickets, and an exclusive opportunity to meet the band! With sponsor levels starting at just $100, there's something to meet every budget!

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Set up for the event, greet guests, sell raffle tickets, take photos, and help with other important volunteer roles. Volunteers receive free event admission, 10 free raffle tickets, a door prize drawing entry, access to the dessert bar, and as much time on the dance floor as they'd like!

Must be at least 15 years of age to volunteer. Volunteer shifts can be flexible, depending on ability and availability.

Questions about volunteering? Contact Sam Shepherd sshepherd@hmea.org

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All proceeds benefit the programs of HMEA, supporting more than 5,000 children, adults, and families throughout MA and RI. HMEA's mission is to teach, support, and empower people with developmental disabilities, and their families, to live meaningful lives of their choice. Thanks for your support!

HMEA | 8 Forge Park East, Franklin, MA 02038

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Tickets On Sale Now: HMEA Presents Studio Two | A Tribute to The Beatles


Live at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA on Saturday, February 25, 2023, HMEA Presents Studio Two: A Tribute to the Early Years of The Beatles!



All tickets include event entry, door prize drawing entry, access to the cash bar, raffle area, and complimentary dessert bar. Reserved tables with premium seating now available!


Door Prize valued at $500

Raffle Prize Packages valued at $250 and up

Learn More | Purchase Tickets

Benefits include free event tickets, bonus raffle and door prize tickets, and an exclusive opportunity to meet the band! With sponsor levels starting at just $100, there's something to meet every budget!

View Sponsor Opportunities


Set up for the event, greet guests, sell raffle tickets, take photos, and help with other important volunteer roles. Volunteers receive free event admission, 10 free raffle tickets, 1 door prize drawing entry, access to the dessert bar, and as much time on the dance floor as they'd like!

Must be at least 15 years of age to volunteer. Volunteer shifts can be flexible, depending on ability and availability.

Questions about volunteering? Contact Sam Shepherd sshepherd@hmea.org

Sign Up to Volunteer

All proceeds benefit the programs of HMEA, supporting more than 5,000 children, adults, and families throughout MA and RI. HMEA's mission is to teach, support, and empower people with developmental disabilities, and their families, to live meaningful lives of their choice. Thanks for your support!

HMEA | 8 Forge Park East, Franklin, MA 02038

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Sunday, June 12, 2022

ArtWALK Continues today along with HMEA's IncredABLE Day & Care for Ukraine

Sunday, June 12 

Downtown StoryWalk!

10:00am - HMEA's incredABLE Day 2022 (King St Memorial Field) https://www.hmea.org/incredABLEday/

12:00pm - Disc Golf Tournament (Dacey Field)

1:00pm – Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:15pm - ArtWALK: 150 Year History of the Franklin Fire Department (Historical Museum)

2:00pm - ArtWALK: FPAC presents "Sweeney Todd" (THE BLACK BOX  ticketed event) https://www.theblackboxonline.com/events.php?id=1570

2:00pm - ArtWALK: local authors books for sale  (Escape Into Fiction)

3:00pm - LiveARTS String Quartet Concert (FUSF, 262 Chestnut St - ticketed event) https://www.liveartsma.org/events/livearts-string-quartet-2

5:00pm - Care for Ukraine (Town Common)



HMEA's incredABLE Day 2022


Support for Ukraine - Sunday, June 12 - 5 PM
Support for Ukraine - Sunday, June 12 - 5 PM

Franklin Cultural District - ArtWALK
ArtWALK Continues today

It's Here! HMEA's incredABLE Day is Today - June 12, 2022


incredABLE Day 2022
Cookout | Raffles| Community Stroll | Games & Activities for All Ages & Abilities | Giveaways | Resources | Mascots | Entertainment | Kids' Fun Run | HMEA Team Tent Decorating Contest | & More!
740 King Street, Franklin, MA 02038

incredABLE Day is coming up - Sunday, June 12, 2022! It's going to be a great time, but don't take our word for it; click the video below to see what Boston 25 News says about HMEA's 21st annual incredABLE Day!
HMEA's incredABLE Day featured on Boston 25 News!

Host Gene Lavanchy is back! Join him and the HMEA community to Celebrate the ABLE in All of Us! Special guests include Representative Jeff Roy, Wally and Tessie and the Boston Red Sox Showcase, Arthur and Massachusetts Pirates Football, the Cardi brothers, Lanie the Balloon Lady, and so many more! Be part of the live and interactive tai chi, yoga, and drumming demonstrations and the community stroll! Visit vendors for giveaways and games, try your luck at the raffles, enjoy the cookout, and have an incredABLE Day!

The fun kicks off at 10am and lasts until 2pm. See event map and schedule below to start planning your incredABLE Day today!
About HMEA's incredABLE Day
HMEA delivers high-quality lifespan services and supports to more than 4,000 children, adults, and families in 110 communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. At HMEA, our mission is to teach, support, and empower people with developmental disabilities, and their families, to live meaningful lives of their choice. We envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated and where everyone contributes. That is the spirit of incredABLE Day, delivered through inclusive and accessible activities, entertainment, resources, and more! We hope you'll join us on June 12, 2022 for incredABLE Day!

Proceeds raised through incredABLE Day fundraising are returned to our programs, to fuel our mission and make a real difference in the lives of the people we support. Thank you for your involvement with incredABLE Day 2022!
incredABLE Questions Answered!
incredABLE Day has a lot of new features, including the location and date. Click to learn about other exciting changes coming to incredABLE Day 2022, and how you can get involved!

Together, we've been celebrating the ABLE in all of us for 21 years. This year, there are some big changes coming to incredABLE Day, and we're excited to share them with you!
incredABLE Day always includes:

  • Community stroll and Kids' Fun Run
  • Dream and Elite raffles
  • All-ages, all-abilities, entertainment, activities, and fun!
incredABLE Day now features:

  • New! No fees to register or attend
  • New! Lower prices for 50/50 raffle tickets
  • New! HMEA resources area
HMEA | 8 Forge Park East, Franklin, MA 02038

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