Category Archives: COVID19
COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: We All Must Take On Responsibility
The Arc’s COVID-19 Updates | July 6, 2020: Re-Opening: Uncertainty In Real Time

On July 2, Public Health Commissioner Monica Bharel released the formal order that day programs may open on July 6. Re-opening services is not simply a matter of unlocking the doors, turning on the lights, and buying some personal protective equipment (PPE).
COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: The Need For Equity, Now More Than Ever Before
COVID-19: DDS Releases New Updated Visitation Guidelines
#DontCutUsOut: Contact Your State Legislators Now To Continue Advocating For Funding For People With I/DD During Re-Opening
The Arc’s COVID-19 Updates | June 29, 2020: Make Your Voices Heard Today

By the time you read this update, over 22,000 emails or calls will have been made to Governor Baker, Speaker DeLeo, and Senate President Spilka about our safety net of supports for persons including DDS and MassHealth funded services. Our state’s leaders, legislators, and administration officials are facing scores of challenges and our combined voice can help them in the decision-making process.