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

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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

Government AffairsLeo's LettersNewsNicky's LawWorkforce Initiative
May 16, 2024

Leo’s Letter: The Arc of Massachusetts Recognized with Trailblazer Award by Disability Law Center

Last week at its 45th anniversary celebration, the Disability Law Center (DLC) awarded The Arc of Massachusetts its Trailblazer Award. We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition of our…
NewsOperation House Call
May 14, 2024

Thanks to Grant from Bailey’s Team for Autism, Operation House Call Team Sends Appreciation Gifts to Volunteer Families

Thanks to a grant from Bailey's Team for Autism, the Operation House Call team recently sent volunteer appreciation gifts to our active co-teaching and host families. Families received a thank…
Budget & PolicyGovernment AffairsNewsOperation House Call
May 13, 2024

Advocates for Health Equity: Please Take Action Today with Your Senator for the Operation House Call Budget Amendment!

The Arc has made significant progress toward inclusive healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism through our nationally recognized program, Operation House Call. You all helped…

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