Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk- Join the CHL Walk Team!

Max Sarro • Aug 16, 2023

Community Healthlink has always been committed to supporting meaningful causes in our community, and we are thrilled to announce that we are a sponsor for this year’s “Out of The Darkness Suicide Prevention 5K Walk” at Polar Park on Sunday, September 10th at 9:00 a.m. The event aims to raise awareness about mental health while honoring the memories of those we have lost to suicide.


This an opportunity for all of us to come together and make a difference! This year, we are forming a CHL Walk Team to participate in this great cause. By joining our CHL team, you will be part of a larger movement dedicated to supporting suicide prevention efforts and promoting mental health advocacy.


Not only will this be an excellent chance to take part of this community event, but it will also provide an opportunity to create lasting memories for a good cause. Participation is entirely voluntary, and everyone is welcome to join including friends and family.


To join the CHL team, please use this link: https://supporting.afsp.org/team/CHL and fill out the form. To be on the team is free, but if you would like to donate, it’s going to a great cause. Let’s unite for this important cause and make a positive impact together!


For more information about the event please visit: : American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

Community Healthlink Reopens Transitional Support Service Program

By David Sweeney • 01 Apr, 2024
UMass Memorial Health – Community Healthlink announced today that it has reopened its Transitional Support Services (TSS) program. TSS is a 24/7 substance use disorder recovery program.

Celebrating 40 Years of Service: Dr. Richard Hummel Honored for a Lifetime of Dedication

By Max Sarro • 06 Oct, 2023
On Thursday, October 5, Worcester Mayor Joe Petty awarded the Key to the City to Dr. Richard Hummel in recognition of his four decades of service to Community Healthlink and the Worcester community. Dr. Hummel is a clinical psychologist known for his tireless commitment to his work and humanitarian efforts that have touched the lives of countless individuals.  His journey began in 1983 when he joined the Worcester Youth Guidance Center (WYG) as a clinician. Over the years, he became an integral part of the team, witnessing the merger of WYG with CHL and contributing significantly to community-based programs, particularly at Plumley Village. Residents there benefited from his expertise in group therapy, tutoring, and art and music therapy. His dedication extended to the psychology training program at CHL, where Dr. Hummel became a respected figure, offering seminars on topics like attachment, domestic violence, childhood abuse, and neglect. Currently, he works in the Juvenile Court Clinic (ICC) and the Together for Kids (TFK) program, where he plays a crucial role in helping at-risk children find a path to success, preventing school expulsions, and assessing risk in youth displaying dangerous behaviors. Not only does Dr. Hummel excel in his professional roles, but he also extends his expertise to private practice, providing consultation, assessment, and staff training for various agencies, including the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, Massachusetts Department of Children and Families, and court-involved individuals. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Hummel's participates in pick-up soccer games that unite diverse immigrant groups, fostering inclusivity and cultural exchange. Additionally, he volunteers his musical talents by playing the trumpet and drums at his church every Sunday. Dr. Hummel and his wife, Betsy, are deeply involved with the Worcester Alliance for Refugee Ministry (WARM). During the pandemic, he organized drum circles for refugee men and provided support to refugee youth through a learning pod at WARM. He also coordinated soccer and volleyball games at WARM picnics, further enriching the lives of Worcester's refugee community.
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