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Help us continue supporting our community.
Dear Open Sky Supporter,
For two years, Julius was homeless.
On top of that, he had severe mental health needs, and medical issues.
It’s your generosity and kindness that helped him get back on his feet. Today he has stable housing in a safe area. He is on medication, attends counseling, and receives weekly support to continue toward his goals.
At Open Sky we are committed to helping those experiencing complex challenges to overcome barriers and reach their goals.
Thank you for helping us do this work for over 50 years.
We address all areas of health and wellbeing to ensure those who are facing challenges have what they need for a strong future.
By giving $20, $50, or even $100 today, you can make sure that those who find themselves in the same situation as Julius will have what they need to form relationships, find employment, and be well.
Helping to Overcome Barriers
Among his other challenges, Julius struggled with transportation and could not get to all of his
appointments, a common challenge for those who are low-income or experiencing homelessness.
In his words, his life was in shambles.
By receiving services from the Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) at Open Sky, Julius’ life is completely different today. Staff from Open Sky traveled to him, meeting wherever he was.
Our staff meet people on the streets, at coffee shops, and in their homes.
This work is not possible without the continued support of generous neighbors like you. Your donation will help our staff reach people in urgent need. We can expand our life-saving behavioral health services, provide opportunities for people to learn new skills and connect with others.
Doing What it Takes
By supporting Open Sky, you are not just helping us address one challenge, but all aspects of well-being.
Finding transportation, scheduling medical appointments, receiving job training, getting a birth
certificate or ID, attending community events, and more.
These are all ways that Open Sky has helped our neighbors.
If someone urgently needs housing, we will respond to make sure they have what they need to be safe. But we will not stop there. 
If they also have a mental health challenge or need help finding employment, they can visit our counseling center, or see our employment team.
You make it possible for us to provide this level of support.
Our Community Needs Your Help
In 2023 we served nearly 8,000 people in Central Massachusetts. Our staff care about making a difference in our community and we are grateful to have you standing with us.
Julius’ case is not unique. Homelessness in Worcester County has increased for the third year in a row, and the need for mental health resources is more dire than ever. Open Sky is in the community, with over 100 programs, meeting people where they are, and supporting their health in all ways.
Today, Julius continues to receive support from Open Sky staff who help him arrange transportation to appointments and stay on top of his medication.
It is that continued, compassionate commitment to the individuals we serve that makes the biggest difference.
When asked what his life is like now, Julius proudly shares – “My life is totally changed!”
Sincerely,
Emmanuel “Manny” Oppong, MSW, LICSW
Executive Vice President, Chief Program Officer