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Oriol Foundation Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion — Together, we can create community moments that include and inspire.

Oriol Foundation Extends Deadline for Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion

November 10, 2025/in Community, News, Oriol Foundation, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey

Holden, MA — November 10, 2025 — The Oriol Foundation has announced an extension of the application deadline for its first-ever Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion. Community organizations now have until Wednesday, December 17, 2025, to apply for up to $1,000 in grant funding to help make local events and programs more welcoming for individuals living with neurological conditions.

Following its recent Board meeting, the Foundation voted to extend the deadline to allow more nonprofits, schools, senior centers, and community groups time to plan and submit proposals.

“True inclusion doesn’t just happen — it takes purpose, compassion, and community. This grant helps make that possible — one event, one connection at a time,” said a representative of the Oriol Foundation.


About the Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion

The Oriol Foundation Accessibility Grant supports projects that reduce barriers and promote inclusivity in public spaces across the Wachusett Region, including Holden, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling, Boylston, and West Boylston, Massachusetts.

Eligible projects may include:

  • Creating sensory-friendly or quiet spaces at public events

  • Adding adaptive communication tools such as visual supports or captioning

  • Providing staff or volunteer training in dementia care and neurodiversity awareness

The grant helps enhance accessibility for individuals living with:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Epilepsy, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), ALS, MS, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Dementia, stroke recovery, and other neurological conditions.


Key Dates

  • New Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

  • Grant Recipients Announced: January 15, 2026

  • Program Funding Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026


How to Apply

📄 Download the Grant Flyer (PDF)
📝 Grant Application Form (PDF)
🌐 Learn More About the Oriol Foundation

Applications are open to public-serving organizations located in or actively serving the Wachusett Region.


Contact

For questions or assistance with the application process:

Angelique Harvey

Marketing & Community Outreach Specialist
Oriol Health Care & The Oriol Foundation
📞 508-829-1213 | 📧 aharvey@oriolhealthcare.com

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We’re Celebrating a Big Win! Oriol Home Health Named the 2025 Best of Central Massachusetts Winner

November 7, 2025/in Community, News, Oriol 360, Oriol Health Care, Oriol Home Health/by Angelique Harvey
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Oriol Home Health Wins 2025 Best of Central Massachusetts Award for Home Health Care Services

November 7, 2025/in News, Oriol 360, Oriol Health Care, Oriol Home Health, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey
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Oriol Foundation Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion — Together, we can create community moments that include and inspire.

Announcing the Oriol Foundation Accessibility Grant for Neurological Inclusion

October 7, 2025/in Community, News, Oriol 360, Oriol Foundation, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey
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Oriol Health Care Employees of the Month – July 2025 | Honoring Excellence in Central MA

Honoring Excellence in Care: July 2025 Oriol Health Care Employees of the Month

July 28, 2025/in Community, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, News, Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Oriol 360, Oriol Financial/by Angelique Harvey
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A Night of Reflection and Gratitude: Oriol Health Care Celebrates 60 Years of Helath Care Excellence

November 27, 2024/in Community, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, News, Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Oriol 360, Oriol Financial, Oriol Foundation, Oriol Health Care, Oriol Home Health, Oriol Physical Therapy/by Angelique Harvey
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Oriol Home Health Earns Full CHAP Accreditation, Continuing Tradition of Excellence

September 17, 2024/in News, Oriol Home Health, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey

Holden, MA — [9/17/2024] — Oriol Home Health is excited to announce that it has been awarded Full Accreditation by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP). Following a detailed re-accreditation process, the CHAP Board of Review determined that Oriol Home Health meets all CHAP Standards of Excellence, reaffirming our organization’s commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

CHAP, an independent nonprofit organization established in 1965, accredits home and community-based health care providers. The accreditation process is rigorous, ensuring that home health care agencies meet national standards for patient care, safety, and organizational effectiveness.

A Commitment to Quality Care

“Earning CHAP accreditation is a significant achievement for us,” said Dee Walsh, Clinical Manager at Oriol Home Health. “It’s a reflection of our team’s dedication to providing compassionate, high-quality care that allows our patients to safely remain in their homes. We are proud to offer a service that meets the highest standards.”

 

“Our CHAP accreditation reaffirms that Oriol Home Health is dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care,” added Christine Oriol Mahoney, BS, RN, COS-C, Quality Assurance Manager at Oriol Home Health. “It underscores our focus on maintaining the well-being of our patients while supporting their independence.”

 

What This Means for Our Patients

For patients and families, CHAP accreditation provides assurance that Oriol Home Health meets rigorous national standards of excellence. It means that our services—from staffing to patient care—are held to the highest benchmarks in the industry.

“As a family-owned organization, this accomplishment means a lot to us,” said Nathan Oriol, MBA, NHA, Administrator at Oriol Home Health and Director of Finance at Oriol Health Care. “CHAP accreditation emphasizes our dedication to serving the community with top-tier care, continuing the Oriol legacy of excellence.”

 

Looking Ahead

As we celebrate this achievement, Oriol Home Health remains focused on providing exceptional home health services to our community. Our commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care will continue to guide our efforts as we move forward.

For more information about Oriol Home Health’s services, visit Oriol Home Health Services or contact us at (508) 829-1111.

 

About Oriol Home Health

Oriol Home Health, part of the Oriol Health Care family, provides high-quality home health care services to individuals in Central Massachusetts. With a mission to offer compassionate, personalized care, Oriol Home Health ensures that patients maintain their independence while receiving the support they need to stay healthy in their homes.

 

About CHAP

The Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) is an independent, nonprofit organization that accredits home and community-based health care providers. CHAP’s rigorous accreditation process sets the standard for excellence in home health care, focusing on patient safety, care quality, staffing, and organizational effectiveness.

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