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Happy Thanksgiving from The Arc of Massachusetts!
We are so grateful for your continued support, your tireless advocacy, and your commitment to showing up when people with IDD and autism need us to.
We are so grateful for your continued support, your tireless advocacy, and your commitment to showing up when people with IDD and autism need us to.
November 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from The Arc of Massachusetts!
We are so grateful for your continued support, your tireless advocacy, and your commitment to showing up when people with IDD and autism need us to.
We are so grateful for your continued support, your tireless advocacy, and your commitment to showing up when people with IDD and autism need us to.
Your gift to The Arc will power life-changing advocacy, support, and inclusion for people with IDD and autism across Massachusetts.
Make a gift or $100 or more before 11:59PM tonight (November 26) and you'll receive exclusive swag from The Arc to celebrate your generosity!
thearcofmass.org/donate
Make a gift or $100 or more before 11:59PM tonight (November 26) and you'll receive exclusive swag from The Arc to celebrate your generosity!
thearcofmass.org/donate
November 26, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Your gift to The Arc will power life-changing advocacy, support, and inclusion for people with IDD and autism across Massachusetts.
Make a gift or $100 or more before 11:59PM tonight (November 26) and you'll receive exclusive swag from The Arc to celebrate your generosity!
thearcofmass.org/donate
Make a gift or $100 or more before 11:59PM tonight (November 26) and you'll receive exclusive swag from The Arc to celebrate your generosity!
thearcofmass.org/donate
𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗰 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗠𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗗𝗖’𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀
The Arc of Massachusetts supports basing decisions that impact the well-being of individuals with autism, including vaccine guidance, on sound science and evidence.
The Arc of Massachusetts supports basing decisions that impact the well-being of individuals with autism, including vaccine guidance, on sound science and evidence.
November 24, 2025 at 11:40 PM
𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗰 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗠𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗗𝗖’𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀
The Arc of Massachusetts supports basing decisions that impact the well-being of individuals with autism, including vaccine guidance, on sound science and evidence.
The Arc of Massachusetts supports basing decisions that impact the well-being of individuals with autism, including vaccine guidance, on sound science and evidence.
SAVE THE DATE: Join The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council for the 48th Annual Legislative Reception at the State House on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Stay tuned for more information on theme and registration!
Stay tuned for more information on theme and registration!
November 24, 2025 at 8:03 PM
SAVE THE DATE: Join The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council for the 48th Annual Legislative Reception at the State House on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Stay tuned for more information on theme and registration!
Stay tuned for more information on theme and registration!
and House Ways and Means Chairman Aaron Michlewitz for including this vital language.
The Arc is especially grateful to Senator Michael Barrett and Representative Sean Garballey for championing this language for many years. With their strong leadership, and with disability and human
The Arc is especially grateful to Senator Michael Barrett and Representative Sean Garballey for championing this language for many years. With their strong leadership, and with disability and human
November 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
and House Ways and Means Chairman Aaron Michlewitz for including this vital language.
The Arc is especially grateful to Senator Michael Barrett and Representative Sean Garballey for championing this language for many years. With their strong leadership, and with disability and human
The Arc is especially grateful to Senator Michael Barrett and Representative Sean Garballey for championing this language for many years. With their strong leadership, and with disability and human
The Arc of Massachusetts extends its profound gratitude to the House and Senate for passing language in a supplemental budget that will restore dignity to former patients of state institutions and their families.
November 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
The Arc of Massachusetts extends its profound gratitude to the House and Senate for passing language in a supplemental budget that will restore dignity to former patients of state institutions and their families.
Thank you to Senator Jo Comerford (pictured) and Representative Susannah Whipps for sponsoring this legislation and to Committee Chairs Senator Jason Lewis and Representative Kenneth Gordon for holding this hearing.
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Thank you to Senator Jo Comerford (pictured) and Representative Susannah Whipps for sponsoring this legislation and to Committee Chairs Senator Jason Lewis and Representative Kenneth Gordon for holding this hearing.
The Arc’s Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships Nora Bent testified before the state’s Joint Committee on Education about our priority bill “An act strengthening transitional planning and increasing accountability for persons with disabilities and their families” (H.752/S.313).
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
The Arc’s Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships Nora Bent testified before the state’s Joint Committee on Education about our priority bill “An act strengthening transitional planning and increasing accountability for persons with disabilities and their families” (H.752/S.313).
This year's budget will have real consequences for individuals with disabilities and the critical workforce that supports them.
Federal funding shifts are putting unprecedented pressure on the state and without strong advocacy, essential services could be put at risk. Now is the time to act.
Federal funding shifts are putting unprecedented pressure on the state and without strong advocacy, essential services could be put at risk. Now is the time to act.
November 18, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This year's budget will have real consequences for individuals with disabilities and the critical workforce that supports them.
Federal funding shifts are putting unprecedented pressure on the state and without strong advocacy, essential services could be put at risk. Now is the time to act.
Federal funding shifts are putting unprecedented pressure on the state and without strong advocacy, essential services could be put at risk. Now is the time to act.
Join CEO and parent-caregiver Maura Sullivan as she facilitates honest conversations with three inspiring caregivers.
This panel offers an opportunity to honor caregivers in our community while we gain a deeper appreciation for their extraordinary everyday efforts.
Reg... thearcofmass.org/webinars
This panel offers an opportunity to honor caregivers in our community while we gain a deeper appreciation for their extraordinary everyday efforts.
Reg... thearcofmass.org/webinars
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Join CEO and parent-caregiver Maura Sullivan as she facilitates honest conversations with three inspiring caregivers.
This panel offers an opportunity to honor caregivers in our community while we gain a deeper appreciation for their extraordinary everyday efforts.
Reg... thearcofmass.org/webinars
This panel offers an opportunity to honor caregivers in our community while we gain a deeper appreciation for their extraordinary everyday efforts.
Reg... thearcofmass.org/webinars
Join The Arc of Massachusetts and Seven Hills for an interactive session to learn the best ways to advocate for the benefits and services that make a difference in your family's lives.
Tuesday, November 18 | 6:00 - 7:30PM
81 Hope Ave, Worcester, MA
RSVP: https://bit.ly/advo-rsvp
Tuesday, November 18 | 6:00 - 7:30PM
81 Hope Ave, Worcester, MA
RSVP: https://bit.ly/advo-rsvp
November 15, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Join The Arc of Massachusetts and Seven Hills for an interactive session to learn the best ways to advocate for the benefits and services that make a difference in your family's lives.
Tuesday, November 18 | 6:00 - 7:30PM
81 Hope Ave, Worcester, MA
RSVP: https://bit.ly/advo-rsvp
Tuesday, November 18 | 6:00 - 7:30PM
81 Hope Ave, Worcester, MA
RSVP: https://bit.ly/advo-rsvp
As the holiday season approaches, we will continue to accept donations at our office:
📍217 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
⏰Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Please stop by to make a donation of non-perishable items.
📍217 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
⏰Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Please stop by to make a donation of non-perishable items.
November 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
As the holiday season approaches, we will continue to accept donations at our office:
📍217 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
⏰Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Please stop by to make a donation of non-perishable items.
📍217 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
⏰Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Please stop by to make a donation of non-perishable items.
Today, The Arc delivered the first round of food donations from our ongoing food drive to a local pantry, supporting individuals and families in need.
A heartfelt thank you to our staff and community members who have donated so far! You are making a real difference in the lives of others.
A heartfelt thank you to our staff and community members who have donated so far! You are making a real difference in the lives of others.
November 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Today, The Arc delivered the first round of food donations from our ongoing food drive to a local pantry, supporting individuals and families in need.
A heartfelt thank you to our staff and community members who have donated so far! You are making a real difference in the lives of others.
A heartfelt thank you to our staff and community members who have donated so far! You are making a real difference in the lives of others.
Preparations are underway for the FY27 State Budget.
We must come together as a community to ensure critical funding is preserved.
- Ensuring no cuts to Chapter 257 rates to fund the workforce
- Protecting Medicaid-funded LTSS
- Ensuring people with IDD + autism do not lose eligibility to services
We must come together as a community to ensure critical funding is preserved.
- Ensuring no cuts to Chapter 257 rates to fund the workforce
- Protecting Medicaid-funded LTSS
- Ensuring people with IDD + autism do not lose eligibility to services
November 10, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Preparations are underway for the FY27 State Budget.
We must come together as a community to ensure critical funding is preserved.
- Ensuring no cuts to Chapter 257 rates to fund the workforce
- Protecting Medicaid-funded LTSS
- Ensuring people with IDD + autism do not lose eligibility to services
We must come together as a community to ensure critical funding is preserved.
- Ensuring no cuts to Chapter 257 rates to fund the workforce
- Protecting Medicaid-funded LTSS
- Ensuring people with IDD + autism do not lose eligibility to services
TOMORROW: Join The Arc for a webinar on how the ongoing government shutdown is disrupting SNAP. We'll share up-to-date information, state resources, and advocacy tools.
Can't attend live? Register and a recording will be shared with you.
Register: thearcofmass.org/webinars
Can't attend live? Register and a recording will be shared with you.
Register: thearcofmass.org/webinars
November 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
TOMORROW: Join The Arc for a webinar on how the ongoing government shutdown is disrupting SNAP. We'll share up-to-date information, state resources, and advocacy tools.
Can't attend live? Register and a recording will be shared with you.
Register: thearcofmass.org/webinars
Can't attend live? Register and a recording will be shared with you.
Register: thearcofmass.org/webinars
We're pleased to see today's court ruling requiring USDA to use its contingency funds to cover at least partial SNAP benefits for November.
However, there are still numerous questions about when benefits will be released. We are still bracing for a gap in benefits for SNAP recipients in November.
However, there are still numerous questions about when benefits will be released. We are still bracing for a gap in benefits for SNAP recipients in November.
October 31, 2025 at 10:24 PM
We're pleased to see today's court ruling requiring USDA to use its contingency funds to cover at least partial SNAP benefits for November.
However, there are still numerous questions about when benefits will be released. We are still bracing for a gap in benefits for SNAP recipients in November.
However, there are still numerous questions about when benefits will be released. We are still bracing for a gap in benefits for SNAP recipients in November.
The Arc of Massachusetts invites you to a webinar on how the ongoing government shutdown is disrupting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and what that means for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism.
October 30, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The Arc of Massachusetts invites you to a webinar on how the ongoing government shutdown is disrupting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and what that means for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism.
LAST CALL: Share your experiences with services, supports, and advocacy in The Arc's Fall 2025 Survey.
We will be closing the survey this weekend, so this is the last chance to have your feedback heard!
thearcofmass.org/survey
We will be closing the survey this weekend, so this is the last chance to have your feedback heard!
thearcofmass.org/survey
October 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
LAST CALL: Share your experiences with services, supports, and advocacy in The Arc's Fall 2025 Survey.
We will be closing the survey this weekend, so this is the last chance to have your feedback heard!
thearcofmass.org/survey
We will be closing the survey this weekend, so this is the last chance to have your feedback heard!
thearcofmass.org/survey
In Massachusetts, more than 1 million people, including individuals with disabilities, children, and the elderly, rely on SNAP and could go hungry without these benefits.
October 28, 2025 at 9:37 PM
In Massachusetts, more than 1 million people, including individuals with disabilities, children, and the elderly, rely on SNAP and could go hungry without these benefits.
Today, our Government Affairs team joined hundreds of advocates, organized by the Massachusetts Make Hunger History Coalition at the State House to share stories, experiences, and perspectives on the detrimental effects of the looming cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
October 28, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Today, our Government Affairs team joined hundreds of advocates, organized by the Massachusetts Make Hunger History Coalition at the State House to share stories, experiences, and perspectives on the detrimental effects of the looming cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Join with The Arc of Massachusetts in giving back to the community through The Arc's Food Drive.
Bring nonperishable foods (eg., canned foods, pasta, rice - anything shelf-stable) to The Arc's Waltham office Monday through Friday from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.
Bring nonperishable foods (eg., canned foods, pasta, rice - anything shelf-stable) to The Arc's Waltham office Monday through Friday from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.
October 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Join with The Arc of Massachusetts in giving back to the community through The Arc's Food Drive.
Bring nonperishable foods (eg., canned foods, pasta, rice - anything shelf-stable) to The Arc's Waltham office Monday through Friday from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.
Bring nonperishable foods (eg., canned foods, pasta, rice - anything shelf-stable) to The Arc's Waltham office Monday through Friday from 9:00AM - 2:00PM.
Food is not optional. It is dignity, stability, and survival.
No one should go hungry. Congress must act now to prevent millions from going hungry if SNAP Benefits run out.
Take action to protect SNAP: https://action.thearc.org/Uw7hIhY
No one should go hungry. Congress must act now to prevent millions from going hungry if SNAP Benefits run out.
Take action to protect SNAP: https://action.thearc.org/Uw7hIhY
October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Food is not optional. It is dignity, stability, and survival.
No one should go hungry. Congress must act now to prevent millions from going hungry if SNAP Benefits run out.
Take action to protect SNAP: https://action.thearc.org/Uw7hIhY
No one should go hungry. Congress must act now to prevent millions from going hungry if SNAP Benefits run out.
Take action to protect SNAP: https://action.thearc.org/Uw7hIhY
SNAP Benefits are set to expire on November 1. 1 million people in Massachusetts rely on SNAP - including 300,000 people with disabilities.
Join The Arc of Massachusetts in our food drive to help those who need it most.
Join The Arc of Massachusetts in our food drive to help those who need it most.
October 27, 2025 at 8:50 PM
SNAP Benefits are set to expire on November 1. 1 million people in Massachusetts rely on SNAP - including 300,000 people with disabilities.
Join The Arc of Massachusetts in our food drive to help those who need it most.
Join The Arc of Massachusetts in our food drive to help those who need it most.
The Massachusetts Senate has passed legislation that has been a priority for The Arc since we helped pass the special commission on the history of state institutions. We are grateful to Alex Green for his determination in spearheading this effort. Here is CEO Maura Sullivan's statement:
October 27, 2025 at 6:17 PM
The Massachusetts Senate has passed legislation that has been a priority for The Arc since we helped pass the special commission on the history of state institutions. We are grateful to Alex Green for his determination in spearheading this effort. Here is CEO Maura Sullivan's statement:
TOMORROW: Creating a Home will build on the previous session by exploring alternative housing models, access to services and technology that support independent living, person-centered planning for housing that meets your needs, circles of support, and other key areas.
October 21, 2025 at 4:06 PM
TOMORROW: Creating a Home will build on the previous session by exploring alternative housing models, access to services and technology that support independent living, person-centered planning for housing that meets your needs, circles of support, and other key areas.