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Mill Pond School Teacher Received Excellence in Teaching Award

We are proud to share that Ronald Rutstein has been named the 2026 Massachusetts Association of Approved Private Schools (MAAPS) Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. Ronald Rutstein, Special Education Teacher More
Helix Awarded Grant for Summer Recreational Activities

April 19, 2026 – Helix Human Services was awarded a grant from the South Congregational Church in Springfield to offset the cost of summer activities for residential programs. Bringing Fun More
Child Abuse Revention Month Flag Raising

Springfield, MA – In partnership with the City of Springfield, Helix Human Services raises hope for a brighter future. On Thursday, April 9, 2026, a flag raising ceremony took place More
Generous Easter Donations

Over the past month, Helix has received two very generous donations of Easter goodies for our children served. These acts of generosity go far beyond Easter baskets, they create moments More
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Each April, we recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month and the importance of increasing awareness about child and family well-being. We will be sharing resources all month long, as well More
M&T Bank Awards Grant to Support Therapeutic Environment at Mill Pond School in Springfield

Helix Human Services is proud to announce that Mill Pond School in Springfield has received a generous grant from M&T Bank to support a beautification project designed to enhance the school’s therapeutic More
Employee Appreciation Day

On Friday, March 6, 2026, we celebrated National Employee Appreciation Day and the incredible people who make Helix Human Services what it is. We took time to recognize the dedication, More
2026 Saluting the Caring Force

Congratulations to Ms. Theresa Michaelian, outstanding Special Education Teacher at Mill Pond School, Springfield! Ms. T has been featured in the “2026 Saluting the Caring Force”, a feature in The Provider, a newspaper More
Students and Staff Dazzle in Mill Pond School Talent Show

Friday February 13, students and staff at Mill Pond School Springfield brought their best skills to the talent show! From drawing, to breakdancing, to a light saber battle – the More
Thats a Wrap on Secret Santa!

Helix Human Services completed the Secret Santa program for the 160th year! Special Thanks to our Donors Thanks to your incredible generosity, this year’s Secret Santa program was a tremendous More
Helix Named ‘Employer of the Month’ for June

Member of the Month: Helix Human Services Celebrating 160 years of resilience, compassion, and care! Founded in 1865 as the Springfield Home for Friendless Women and Children, Helix Human Services More
Annual Meeting & Staff Awards

Helix Human Services staff and supporters gathered to celebrate the hard work over the last year. Annual awards were given to many employees! More
160 Years and Counting

A recent MassLive article reports Helix Human Services celebrating 160 years of helping children and families in our community. Helix provides a variety of services for children and family who More
Mill Pond School Named one of ‘Top Private High Schools’

Top Schools: Using 7 weighted factors, Niche named the top 21 private high schools in the Springfield MA metro area. Stacker and MassLive reported on the data. Among these top-rated More
Pride Flag Raising Ceremony

Helix Human Services staff and supporters gathered to raise the pride flag to honor the history, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. More
160 Years of Service

Helix Human Services hosted a celebration honoring 160 years of serving children & families throughout Massachusetts. More
A Very Successful Book Fair at Mill Pond School!

Helix Human Services is hosting a book fair at Mill Pond School’s Springfield campus and is seeking book donations. More
Child Abuse Revention Month Flag Raising

Springfield, MA – In partnership with the City of Springfield, Helix Human Services raises hope for a brighter future. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month On Monday, April 14, 2025, More
Join Us: Flag Raising for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Springfield, MA – In partnership with the City of Springfield, Helix Human Services will raise hope for a brighter future. A flag raising ceremony will take place in memory of More
The Book Fair is Coming to Mill Pond School

Helix Human Services is hosting a book fair at Mill Pond School’s Springfield campus and is seeking book donations. More
Another Successful Secret Santa!

Helix Human Services completed the Secret Santa program for the 159th year! Special Thanks to our Donors Thanks to your incredible generosity, this year’s Secret Santa program was a tremendous More
Halloween Donation from Agawam Junior Women’s Club

Helix Human Services received a very generous Halloween donation from the Agawam Junior Women’s Club. More
IT Donation from Tighe & Bond

Helix Human Services received a generous IT donation from Westfield based engineering company Tighe & Bond. More
Secret Santa is back!

Helix Human Services’ Secret Santa program is back for another year of impactful gift-giving! How does Secret Santa work? Each year, kiddos in our programs (with the help of our More
Rise Up – A Journey to Trauma Recovery

Helix Human Services hosted the first Rise Up conference titled: A Journey to Trauma Recovery on September 30, 2024. More
Back to School Anxiety a Challenge for Some Students

Published in The Reminder August 19, 2024. Article by Staasi Heropoulos Tristyn and Kim BordenReminder Publishing submitted photo PITTSFIELD — For the first time in his life, Tristyn Borden, 17, More
The 36th Annual Golf Tournament Was a Par-tee!

Springfield, MA – Helix Human Services hosted the 36th Annual Golf Tournament at the Country Club of Wilbraham on August 2, 2024. A very successful golf tournament! On Friday, August More
Annual Meeting 2024

Helix Human Services staff and supporters gathered to celebrate the hard work over the last year. Annual awards were given to many employees! More
Pride Flag Raising Ceremony

Helix Human Services staff and supporters gathered to raise the pride flag to honor the history, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community. More
National Foster Care Awareness Month

May is an important opportunity to raise awareness about the community’s need for fosters. Foster Care Awareness Month May is National Foster Care Awareness month. Ama Bortsie and Angie Lewis More
A Successful 6th Annual Taste of Margarita!

Springfield, MA – Helix Human Services hosted the 6th annual taste of margarita, on friday, May 3, 2024. Who makes the best margarita? On Friday, May 3, 2024, the sixth More
Mental Health Awareness Month

Maisam Borrero Spoke on Mass Appeal About the importance of ending the stigma around mental health treatment. Mental Health Awareness Month Since its inception in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month More
Flag Raising for Child Abuse Prevention Month

Springfield, MA – In partnership with the City of Springfield, Helix Human Services raises hope for a brighter future. A flag raising ceremony took place in memory of the young More
National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month In honor of the month, Ama Bortsie visited Mass Appeal to speak about the work being done in our community to help prevent More
Helix Human Services FY23 Annual Report

Read our latest Annual Report. More
Helix Human Services Announces Appointment of New CEO, Mark Paglia.

Helix Human Services Announces Appointment of new CEO, Mark Paglia. More
35th Annual HHS Golf Tournament

35th Annual Helix Golf Tournament! More
FiT program hosts graduation ceremony for ten men

On June 14, 2023 at the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department the FiT program hosted a graduation for 10 men. More
5th Annual Taste of Margarita

Helix celebrates it’s 5th Annual Taste of Margarita fundraiser to support children and families More
Difference Makers 2023

Helix Human Services accepts Difference Makers Award More
3rd Annual Art Show & Auction

Over 60 wonderfully made pieces of art were auctioned to raise funds for the school and programs. More
Helix Human Services chosen as Difference Makers Class of 2023!

Helix Human Services, formerly The Children’s Study Home, is so proud to be one of the many recipients of the award. More
FiT program hosts graduation ceremony for ten Students

The FiT Program hosted a graduation on February 15, 2023 at the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department. More
It’s official!

On January 25, 2023, Helix Human Services, formerly the Children’s Study Home, was introduced to the community. More
Local organizations recognized for economic impacts

Helix Human Services was one of several local non-profits celebrated during Springfield Regional Chamber’s (SRC) Rise and Shine Breakfast. More
Secret Santa 2022

We kicked off the 2022 holiday season with our annual Secret Santa! More
Springfield Pride Parade

Helix Human Services supports and sponsors the Springfield Pride Parade. More