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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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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November 25, 2024

The Arc of Massachusetts Board of Directors Hosts Welcome Reception for New CEO Maura Sullivan

On Thursday, November 21, The Arc of Massachusetts Board of Directors hosted a Welcome Reception for new CEO Maura Sullivan at The Westin Hotel in Waltham. Despite the unusually rainy…
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November 21, 2024

The Arc Releases 2024 Caregivers Survey; Community Responses Due December 6

The 2023 Family & Individual Needs for Disability Supports (FINDS) Community Report produced by The Arc of the United States shares some illuminating statistics about the importance of caregiving, and…

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