Our Work

Enhancing the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, and their families.

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.

200,000

Individuals & Families Supported

70 Years

of Enhancing the Lives of People with Disabilities

17

Local Chapters

What We Do

Policy & Advocacy

Encouraging the advancement of the lives of people with disabilities and their families

Programs & Services

Promoting systemic change to enable access and equity across all aspects of society

Resources

Compiling & creating a hub of information based on age, disability & topic

Building Community

Supporting families and individuals on their unique path

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The Latest News

Here’s where you can find what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and who it is impacting

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February 19, 2025

Fact Sheet: Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations: Overview – February 2025

In 2024, Governor Maura Healey signed The Affordable Homes Act (AHA) into law, authorizing over $5 billion in spending over five years and advancing nearly 50 policy initiatives (learn more…
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February 18, 2025

A Message from CEO Maura Sullivan: The Arc’s Advocacy Is Ever-Present

In this new video message, The Arc of Massachusetts CEO Maura Sullivan discusses the uncertainty facing our community in recent weeks, provides an update on what The Arc of Massachusetts…
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February 7, 2025

Your Advocacy Is Needed: Ask Your Legislators to Cosponsor The Arc’s Priority Bills

Please contact your legislators today and urge them to cosponsor The Arc of Massachusetts’ legislative priorities for the 2025-2026 session. As you may know, the New Year also brought the start…

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