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

DevelopmentNews
December 6, 2024

Advocate: The Fall 2024 Issue Is Now Online

The Fall 2024 issue of our print newsletter Advocate is now available to read online. Highlights of the issue include: The 2024 Gala, Celebrating the Legacy of Leo Sarkissian Leo's letters to…
Health PolicyNewsOperation House Call
December 5, 2024

Operation House Call: December 2024 Student of the Month – Hasan Khan

Today, The Arc of Massachusetts is sharing our second Operation House Call Student of the Month. Each month, we will be profiling one student who has taken part in OHC…
Government AffairsNewsSupporting FamiliesWorkforce Initiative
November 26, 2024

Giving Thanks for Our Caregiver Community: CEO Maura Sullivan Shares Thanksgiving Message

In this new video message, The Arc of Massachusetts CEO Maura Sullivan shares a special thanksgiving message to our community, including a special thanks to the caregivers who make up…

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