Graphic featuring the Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative (SMEC) logo and the headline “Direct Care Staff Appreciation.” The message recognizes SMEC direct care staff for their compassion, dedication, and hard work in making a lasting difference in the lives of the adults they serve. It highlights their role in building relationships, creating opportunities, encouraging independence, providing support, and helping individuals feel valued and respected. The graphic concludes with a blue brushstroke banner reading, “Thank you for all that you do!” The design uses SMEC’s blue and green colors with decorative watercolor accents and heart graphics.

SMEC Direct Care Staff Appreciation Week

SMEC

September 14, 2026

SMEC Direct Care Staff Appreciation Week!