CARE AFSCME Local 17 represents approximately 630 members who work for the department of Mental Retardation in 52 group homes spread throughout western Massachusetts. The area served encompasses homes from Ware to Stockbridge/Lee. Before going to a community based service, the Local was located on the campus of the Belchertown State School. Job titles covered include MRW I, II and LPN's.

Each member receives annually a calendar of the monthly membership meetings place, time and date.

Mailing Address:  P.O. Box 329      Palmer, MA.   01069

We can be reached at 413-283-3767, Fax 413-283-3784 and email:
careafscmelocal17@verizon.net

In addition, the president and vice president each have cell phones

President: Karla Mitchell
Vice President: Rita Carter
Treasurer: Theresa Johnson
Secretary: Vacant

Executive Board: Rick Taskey, Darlene Woodward, Lori Remillard, Karen
Pacunas, Julie Wilson

Benefits: Currently bibles are distributed to bereaved members.

Watch for the local newsletter to arrive in late October!