The Arc of Massachusetts
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Enhancing the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through advocacy of community supports and services. #AchieveWithUs
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We are deeply grateful for the many advocates who shared their own stories in support of this bill.
Interested in voicing your support? Email nbent@arcmass.org
Interested in voicing your support? Email nbent@arcmass.org
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
We are deeply grateful for the many advocates who shared their own stories in support of this bill.
Interested in voicing your support? Email nbent@arcmass.org
Interested in voicing your support? Email nbent@arcmass.org
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.
This legislation would address short-term solutions and create long-term systemic change to improve this process for all by focusing on more time to plan, communication, transparency, and creating a Commission to dive in and make specific improvements.
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
This legislation would address short-term solutions and create long-term systemic change to improve this process for all by focusing on more time to plan, communication, transparency, and creating a Commission to dive in and make specific improvements.
Navigating and entering the adult system without confirmed services is stressful for all families, and as Nora shared, even more so for “a family working multiple jobs, facing language barriers, or raising a child with profound and complex needs. We must do better.”
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Navigating and entering the adult system without confirmed services is stressful for all families, and as Nora shared, even more so for “a family working multiple jobs, facing language barriers, or raising a child with profound and complex needs. We must do better.”
Challenges with the Turning 22 processes for those leaving special education are some of the most frequent issues that we hear at The Arc. On their 22nd birthday, individuals with IDD and autism lose their special education entitlement and often fall off a devastating cliff.
November 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Challenges with the Turning 22 processes for those leaving special education are some of the most frequent issues that we hear at The Arc. On their 22nd birthday, individuals with IDD and autism lose their special education entitlement and often fall off a devastating cliff.
By speaking up today, you can help ensure that the FY27 budget reflects our shared values of dignity, access, and stability for this community. Please complete and share this urgent action alert!
ACT NOW: p2a.co/4ma2v0I
ACT NOW: p2a.co/4ma2v0I
Your Advocacy Is Needed Now: Critical State Budget Advocacy
I just took action by asking Governor Healey to protect critical funding for the IDD and autism community in the FY27 state budget. You can, too. @TheArcofMass
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November 18, 2025 at 4:48 PM
By speaking up today, you can help ensure that the FY27 budget reflects our shared values of dignity, access, and stability for this community. Please complete and share this urgent action alert!
ACT NOW: p2a.co/4ma2v0I
ACT NOW: p2a.co/4ma2v0I
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: take action, share, and pledge to advocate with The Arc throughout this budget journey.
Act now at p2a.co/4ma2v0I
Act now at p2a.co/4ma2v0I
Your Advocacy Is Needed Now: Critical State Budget Advocacy
I just took action by asking Governor Healey to protect critical funding for the IDD and autism community in the FY27 state budget. You can, too. @TheArcofMass
p2a.co
November 10, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Today: take action, share, and pledge to advocate with The Arc throughout this budget journey.
Act now at p2a.co/4ma2v0I
Act now at p2a.co/4ma2v0I
We will continue to share more information and resources. As a reminder, we have numerous resources on our website at thearcofmass.org/snap.
SNAP, The Shutdown, and Our Community: Advocacy and Resources to Protect Food Security - The Arc of Massachusetts
Through advocacy, programs that promote inclusion, and engaging the community, The Arc creates tangible changes in the community and in the lives of people with disabilities.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:24 PM
We will continue to share more information and resources. As a reminder, we have numerous resources on our website at thearcofmass.org/snap.
We’ll share up-to-date information, state resources, and advocacy tools to help families stay informed and supported during this uncertain time.
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
The Arc of Massachusetts Webinars - The Arc of Massachusetts
Through advocacy, programs that promote inclusion, and engaging the community, The Arc creates tangible changes in the community and in the lives of people with disabilities.
thearcofmass.org
October 30, 2025 at 9:48 PM
We’ll share up-to-date information, state resources, and advocacy tools to help families stay informed and supported during this uncertain time.
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