NEW: The Arc Leads Delegation at Disability Policy Seminar

From April 7 – April 9, The Arc of Massachusetts led one of the country’s largest groups of disability advocates through meetings on Capitol Hill with the Massachusetts congressional delegation, discussing important issues facing the disability community.

Learn More

Choose Action Over Anxiety: Protect What Matters Most

Proposed federal cuts to SSI and Medicaid threaten critical supports. But the best way to combat anxiety is action. Together, we can make a difference. Will you stand with people with disabilities today?

Donate Today

You give it your all. You get even more back.

Work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism. Improve lives. Including your own.

Explore Jobs

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.

Download Fact Sheet

Sign up for the
latest webinars.

Keep up to date with the latest policy news, Turning 22, personal stories, and much more.

Learn More

Looking for the latest news and headlines?

Visit The Arc of Massachusetts’s official blog for the newest advocacy alerts, articles, and much more.

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

Support Us

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

Support The Arc

Donate today by making a financial contribution or make a long-term impact by donating stocks and securities to further our mission. Stock that has appreciated for more than a year is actually worth 20% more than if you made a cash donation of the same value. Learn more about how this gift benefits both you and The Arc.

Donate Now

The Latest News

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

a man in a wheelchair is laughing with another man

Action Alerts Government Affairs Health Policy News Operation House Call Workforce Initiative

April 23, 2025

#WeActWednesday | Act Now: Ask Your Representative to Cosponsor These Budget Amendments for the Disability Community

Please contact your State Representative today and urge them to cosponsor The Arc of Massachusetts’ FY26 budget amendments. The state budget process takes several months and goes through multiple steps…

Katerina 0

Love1

two men sitting on a couch looking at a book

Action Alerts Government Affairs News

April 22, 2025

#TakeActionTuesday | Act Now: Ask Your Representative to Restore DESE DDS Residential Placement Prevention Program Funding

Please contact your State Representative today and urge them to cosponsor a critical amendment to the House budget. This action alert focuses on one unique amendment; a second action alert…

Katerina 0

Love1

a woman standing in front of a sign that says operation house call student of the

Health Policy News Operation House Call

April 17, 2025

Operation House Call: April 2025 Student of the Month – Harlene Kaur

In this series, The Arc of Massachusetts will be spotlighting Operation House Call Students of the Month. Each month, we will be profiling one student who has taken part in…

Katerina 0

Love0