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Record-Breaking Turnout for 47th Annual Legislative Reception

Over 600 advocates came together at the Massachusetts State House on March 6, advocating to safeguard the rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism.

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NEW: Ask Your Legislators to Cosponsor The Arc’s Priority Bills

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Understanding Medicaid and Proposed Changes

Medicaid is a vital program that provides health coverage to millions of low-income individuals, families, seniors, and people with disabilities. This fact sheet outlines what might change under the current presidential administration.

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News Press Releases Workforce Initiative

March 18, 2025

RELEASE: The Arc of Massachusetts Launches Statewide Hiring Initiative to Employ Individuals Interested in Careers as Direct Support Care Professionals

The Arc of Massachusetts today announced the launch of its statewide workforce recruitment initiative, “With All Your Heart,” to address the critical shortage of direct support professionals (DSPs) who care…

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Fact Sheets Government Affairs News Workforce Initiative

March 17, 2025

Fact Sheet: Understanding Chapter 257: Pay Rates for Human Service Providers

Chapter 257 is a Massachusetts law passed in 2008, implemented by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS). It was created to reform how rates are set for…

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Health Policy News Operation House Call

March 13, 2025

Operation House Call: OHC Co-Teachers – Making a Huge Impact!

At Operation House Call, we empower families and self-advocates to teach through lived experience. Our outstanding co-teachers are individuals with IDD and autism, who speak in our classroom sessions. They…

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