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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Autism Is Not Just a Month
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the state of autism today. Our lively panel of professionals with lived experience will discuss the types of diagnoses\, the variety of challenges across the spectrum and lifespan\, and where to find different supports. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-autism-is-not-just-a-month/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T120000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Federal Advocacy Updates: DPS and What Comes Next
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc’s Government Affairs team for a webinar focused on the federal landscape and our advocacy efforts. This session will recap The Arc’s work at the Disability Policy Seminar in Washington\, D.C. and will outline the upcoming advocacy needed in these uncertain times \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-federal-advocacy-updates-dps-and-what-comes-next/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T100000
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Autism Advocacy Day: Advocating for Rights and Opportunities across the Spectrum of Need
DESCRIPTION:Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM) welcomes you to join self-advocates\, family members\, caregivers and professionals supporting the autism community\, as well as our elected and appointed officials as we honor two strong\, steady legislative champions of the autism community: Representative Christine Barber and Senator Cindy Friedman. \nRegistration is required. Reserve your spaces today while they are still available. \nQuestions? Contact info@afamaction.org. \nRegistration is now open here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/20th-annual-autism-advocacy-day-advocating-for-rights-and-opportunities-across-the-spectrum-of-need/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T011408
CREATED:20250228T071340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T081148Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Finding Our Power During Difficult Times
DESCRIPTION:Are you worried government changes will mean less support for people with disabilities? Join us for a special webinar that reminds us we have been here before\, and we know what to do. Our power to protect our community was never easy\, but it was always about standing together for what matters. \nJoin co-hosts Jackie Doherty and Nora Bent as we share a few inspiring wins from the past\, information about how to turn your worry into action\, and tips for self-care to survive battle fatigue. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-finding-our-power-during-difficult-times/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T011408
CREATED:20250228T073429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T073429Z
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SUMMARY:[MA21 Meeting] Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
DESCRIPTION:Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services to comply with the 2014 Real Lives Law. \nRegister for this series here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/ma21-meeting-advocacy-for-ma-dds-self-directed-services-as-envisioned-by-the-2014-real-lives-law/
CATEGORIES:MA21 Alliance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T130000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Empowering Effective Advocates: Federal & State Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar where we will share tips and tricks for being an effective advocate at the federal and state level. Especially in this time of great uncertainty\, it is critical that we all engage in advocacy for the issues impacting the IDD and autism community. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-empowering-effective-advocates-federal-state-advocacy-training/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000
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CREATED:20250228T072929Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Charting the LifeCourse in Action Caregivers Series: The Nuts & Bolts of SSI/SSDI\, Public Health Insurance & Other Public Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Join the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services\, The Arc of Massachusetts\, and the Institute for Community Inclusion for the next webinar in this ongoing series. \nCharting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around the country are using to find supports\, solve problems\, and create their vision for a good life. \nRegister for this series.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-charting-the-lifecourse-in-action-caregivers-series-the-nuts-bolts-of-ssi-ssdi-public-health-insurance-other-public-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T140000
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Friendship: Lowell Community Inclusion Summit
DESCRIPTION:Learn strategies for supporting disability inclusion and connect with like-minded people seeking to create a culture where everyone is welcome. Hear from an inclusion expert and participate in an interactive\, brainstorming activity. Leave with action points to implement back to your organization immediately! \nLunch & refreshments included! \nIdeal for Organizations Serving the Community: Faith Organizations | Libraries | Town Recreation | Museums | Schools | Clubs | Civic Groups | YMCA’s | JCC’s | Boys & Girls Clubs | Summer Camp
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/pathways-to-friendship-lowell-community-inclusion-summit/
LOCATION:UMass Lowell Coburn Hall Ballroom\, 850 Broadway St.\, Lowell\, Massachusetts\, 01854
CATEGORIES:Pathways to Friendship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T113000
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SUMMARY:47th Annual Legislative Reception: Safeguarding Our Rights through Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Please join The Arc of Massachusetts (The Arc) and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC) on Thursday\, March 6\, 2025 for the 47th Annual Legislative Reception. The theme for the reception this year is “Safeguarding Our Rights through Advocacy.” \nWe are excited to announce this year’s Legislator of the Year Awardees: Senator Robyn K. Kennedy and Representative Sean Garballey. Both Senator Kennedy and Representative Garballey are tireless advocates for people with disabilities. \nWe anticipate several hundred people with disabilities\, family members\, and staff in the field will attend\, as well as numerous elected and appointed officials. The program will begin promptly at 10:30AM\, and there is likely to be a line at security for entering the State House\, so please plan your schedule accordingly. \nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) has been requested\, and CART will be provided. Accommodations must be requested by Saturday\, February 22. \nWe hope you will join us in honoring our community’s champions! \nRegistration is required. Reserve your spaces today while they are still available. \n\n\n10:00 Check-in and Networking \n10:30 – 11:30 Program \nRegistration is now open.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/47th-annual-legislative-reception-safeguarding-our-rights-through-advocacy/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House\, 24 Beacon Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T011408
CREATED:20250124T030836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T031424Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] MassHealth 201
DESCRIPTION:The second in the series Almost Everything You Need to Know About MassHealth will be held on February 26 at 12. MassHealth 201 will do a deeper dive and cover topics such as Personal Care Attendants (PCAs)\, Adult Family Care (AFC)\, renewals\, nursing supports\, and other key areas. \nKnowledge is power. Take a powerful step toward better meeting your healthcare needs and join us for this informative series! \nRegister for the February 26 webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-masshealth-201/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T130000
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CREATED:20250124T032250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T032250Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] The Arc's 2025-2026 Priorities Platform
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc of Massachusetts Government Affairs team for an overview of The Arc’s bill priorities for the 2025-2026 legislative session\, including a discussion of the new categories bills are being sorted into this session. \nRegister for the February 20 webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-the-arcs-2025-2026-priorities-platform/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000
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CREATED:20250129T232152Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Embracing The Arc Of Life: Preparing for Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc of Massachusetts on February 11 for an educational panel session on future planning. \nOur panelists on February 11 will include parents who have been through the future planning process\, as well as an attorney experienced in estate planning\, special needs trusts\, and guardianship. \nSpace is limited for this session\, so register today. If you cannot attend live\, a recording will be made available. \nRegister for February 11 webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-embracing-the-arc-of-life-preparing-for-tomorrow/
CATEGORIES:Innovation Fund,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T011408
CREATED:20250124T031726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T031726Z
UID:16002-1738843200-1738846800@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Reviewing the FY26 Budget Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc of Massachusetts Government Affairs team for an overview of Governor Maura Healey’s FY26 budget proposal and learn how you can get involved in advocacy for the budget as the process continues. \nRegister for the February 6 webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-reviewing-the-fy26-budget-proposal/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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