Open Sky is a leading provider of Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) for individuals referred by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH).
Our services are delivered by an integrated team of licensed clinicians, program directors, housing counselors, outreach counselors, nurses, peer support specialists, family partners and addiction counselors.
We use evidence‑based practices and individualized care plans to support adults as they gain self‑awareness, learn new coping skills, and create meaningful change in their lives.
Residential Group Home Living Environment
Open Sky offers a variety of group living settings across Worcester County, North Central Massachusetts, and Southern Worcester County for adults with serious mental health challenges or co‑occurring substance use disorders.
What Residents Can Expect
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A structured, therapeutic environment
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Skill‑building activities
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Clinical treatment and counseling
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Opportunities for community involvement
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Support to define personal goals and natural supports
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Help transitioning to more independent living
Information on Open Sky's residential services for adults with developmental disabilites can be found here.
Supported Housing & Community Supports
Many adults prefer to live in their own homes or transition from residential programs to more independent settings. Open Sky provides flexible supports based on the level of help each person needs.
How We Support Adults in the Community
- Regular visits from care coordinators, clinicians, nurses, housing counselors, and peers
- Support in apartments, homes, or community settings
- Services ranging from intensive supports to periodic check‑ins
- Focus on stability, daily living skills, recovery, and connection
Respite Services
Respite offers short‑term support for adults referred by DMH who are facing challenges that put their stability at risk.
Who Benefits from Respite
Individuals dealing with:
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Physical health challenges
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Homelessness
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Grief or loss
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Increasing mental health symptoms
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Recent psychiatric hospitalization
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Job loss or major life stressors
Where Respite Is Offered
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Two group respite settings: Gardner and Southbridge
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Community‑based or in‑home respite when appropriate
Clubhouse Services
Crystal House
Crystal House is a recovery‑focused community for adults living with mental illness. Members take part in meaningful work, build employment skills, explore education opportunities, and connect socially.
↗ Learn more at www.crystalhouse.org
Tradewinds
Tradewinds is an accredited Clubhouse (Clubhouse International) offering vocational rehabilitation and community support for adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions.
↗ Learn more at tradewindsclubhouse.org
Career Services
Open Sky Career Services supports adults with disabilities in finding and maintaining competitive employment. Through partnership with the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), we use the principles of both Competitive Integrated Employment Services (CIES) and Individual Placement and Support (IPS).
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program is a unique service offered to individuals served throughout Open Sky's mental health programs. Program staff offer the cultural competence and understanding of being deaf and being fully connected to the deaf community.
Services:
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Increasing independence
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Building natural supports
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Strengthening daily living and recovery skills
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Supporting transitions to more independent living