Celebrating the Legacy of Leo Sarkissian

Introduction

Leo’s lifelong career has been dedicated to ensuring that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, have the right and the opportunities to live full lives in the community. Leo has impacted countless individuals and families across this state both directly and through his state and national advocacy and policy work. It is not an overstatement to say that Leo will affect people for decades to come. He has been recognized numerous times for his achievements by state and national organizations, including The Arc’s National Conference of Executives Executive Excellence Award in 2022.

This is his enormous and lasting legacy.

Join us in the coming months as we recognize and celebrate Leo’s dedication, commitment, and effectiveness and thank him for all he has done.

Honor Leo's Legacy

Make a gift in recognition of Leo’s three decades of leadership and ensure that The Arc’s important work advocating for people with IDD and  autism continues.

Save the Date

Thursday, October 17
Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
210 Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125

Celebrate Leo at the 2024 Gala.

Community Events

Leo has touched many lives in our community over the course of his career. We welcome you to wish him well and to learn about The Arc’s vision for the future by dropping in at an Open House. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required due to limited capacity. Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Kalea at kamundson@arcmass.org with any questions.

June 7

8:30 – 11:00AM
Berkshire County Arc
31 Franklin Street
Westfield, MA

July 11

8:00 – 11:00AM
The Arc of the South Shore
20 Pond Park Unit 113
Hingham, MA

July 19

8:00 – 11:00AM
The Arc of Massachusetts
217 South Street
Waltham, MA

August 7

3:00 – 6:00PM
The Arc of Massachusetts
217 South Street
Waltham, MA

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Testimonials

Maura Sullivan

Henry and Evelyne Milorin

Susanna Peyton

Jeff Keilson

Michael Andrade

Michael Mullane

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