Salvation Army names Western Massachusetts regional social services manager

Danielle LaTaille of Longmeadow has been named Western Massachusetts regional social services manager for The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division and will coordinate corps case managers across towns including Athol, Fitchburg, Greenfield, Holyoke, Pittsfield, Springfield and Worcester; she has worked with the organization since 2009.

Danielle LaTaille of Longmeadow has joined The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division as the Western Massachusetts regional social services manager. She will provide guidance and regional coordination to corps case managers and officers across several communities in Western Massachusetts. LaTaille has been with The Salvation Army since 2009 and has overseen seasonal and year-round programs that serve individuals and families facing economic hardship. The division seeks to address needs such as food insecurity, shelter, employment support and access to benefits. Key details: - LaTaille will coordinate services in Athol, Fitchburg, Greenfield, Holyoke, Pittsfield, Springfield and Worcester. - She has worked directly with individuals and families facing economic hardship since 2009. - She has overseen seasonal programs including Coats for Kids, Toy for Joy and Adopt-a-Family. - She has led teams that deliver year-round social services addressing food insecurity, homelessness, underemployment and limited access to benefits. - LaTaille holds a master’s degree in psychiatric rehabilitation and substance abuse counseling from Springfield College and a bachelor’s degree in biology and sociology from Elms College. - The appointment comes as more families in Massachusetts face economic hardship, inflation and housing costs, and as the division continues its social services work. Summary: Her appointment expands regional coordination of The Salvation Army’s social services across Western Massachusetts and highlights ongoing efforts to support local needs. Undetermined at this time.