Over the past five years, MissionCare at Holyoke has developed expertise in caring for individuals whose clinical and psychosocial needs require a higher level of coordination and support. The center welcomes residents from across Massachusetts, including those living with complex medical conditions and behavioral health diagnoses, as well as individuals connected to state agencies. Many arrive after experiencing barriers to placement elsewhere. MissionCare’s approach is to assess each referra…

MissionCare at Holyoke was recognized with the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award during the AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo. MissionCare at Holyoke has developed a specialized model of care for individuals that are difficult to place in traditional nursing home settings through iCare Health Network’s MissionCare Health Program, in addition to comprehensive long term care services. This mission-focused approach provides structure, accountability, and quality care for a complex resident…

MissionCare at Holyoke, Parkville Care Center, Touchpoints at Bloomfield and Touchpoints at Manchester were honored with the 2025 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). The awards were presented during the Elevating Excellence: National Quality Awards Ceremony at the Delivering Solutions 25 AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo in Las Vegas.

On September 19, 2024 the team at MissionCare at Holyoke celebrated iCare Health Network’s 25th Anniversary with a Wild Wild West themed bash.  The party included a petting zoo, plenty of food and music and sunshine. Staff and residents went all out on the western garb. 

On August 20, 2024, Jess DeRing, Director of Operations for MissionCare Health, presented “Creating Specialized Long-Term Care Facility for Justice-Involved & Difficult to Place Individuals at the 2024 Home and Community-Based Services Conference in Baltimore, MD. Jess’ presentation included details and background on MissionCare Health including the origins of 60 West, MissionCare at Holyoke and the upcoming  MissionCare at Bennington in Vermont.