Harmony House of Western Massachusetts at 66 View St. is preparing to open its doors later this month.
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CHICOPEE — The Harmony House of Western Massachusetts was in need of items listed on their Feb. 4 Amazon Wishlist, including toilet paper and exam gloves. Less than a week later, several people answered the call and donated those necessary items.
Harmony House is a nonprofit organization with a mission to care for individuals at the end of life. They own a home at 66 View St. that can accommodate five residents who, for whatever reason, can no longer live in their own homes.
In addition to a private room and spacious community spaces, they provide 24/7 companionship and personal care while working closely with the individual’s hospice team.
Reminder Publishing spoke with Harmony House Board of Directors President Gina Mazza about the organization and how people can help out, especially because the Harmony House operates and relies on donations.
“We are not funded by any public or private payer,” Mazza explained. “As you can imagine, we go through a lot of supplies to care for residents and maintain a home of this size.”
Harmony House has a wish list on its website at harmonyhousewma.org on the donor page. Mazza said they are always in need of financial donations as well.
The Harmony House said on its Facebook page on Feb. 9 that so many people have stepped up to support Harmony House through its Amazon Wishlist. “Every item purchased, every gift made, and every message of encouragement reminds us that we are surrounded by a community that cares deeply about this mission,” the post stated.
Although they received donations from the community, donations are always needed to directly impact the residents they serve and help them continue building a safe, compassionate and supportive home.
Looking ahead in 2026, Harmony House has some exciting events planned to help raise funds and keep Harmony House in contact with the community.
Their first event of the year is a book signing and community talk with Maureen Groden on Thursday, March 26 on the Elms College campus.
Harmony House is also planning an all-you-can-eat pizza night at View Street Tavern on Thursday, April 23.
Mazza said the nonprofit is also excited about a “Golden Oldies Dinner and Dance” in September, with more details to follow soon. and a Trailer Trash Band concert at the Portuguese American Club on Friday, Nov. 6.
Details about these events will be available on its website and promoted on its Facebook page.
Mazza said that the organization always needs volunteers to help plan and pull off these events, so if anyone is interested in donating their time or talent, they can reach out to Mazza by emailing admin@harmonyhousewma.com.
She said that the best way to inquire about coming to live at the Harmony House is through an individual’s hospice. “We partner with all local hospices to identify individuals who are a good fit for our home,” Mazza stated.
