News Archives - The Arc of Massachusetts

COVID-19: Leo Live On June 8 | Post-COVID-19 Advocacy: Perspectives from Indiana and California

June 5, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News

Kim Dodson (The Arc of Indiana) and Jordan Lindsey (The Arc of California) will join Leo Sarkissian for a conversation about our future advocacy, not only for services but for adequate equipment and testing for our constituents as our communities re-open. Continue reading

Advocate: The Spring 2020 Issue Is Now Available

June 4, 2020Advocate, COVID19, Government Affairs, News, Operation House Call

In April, The Arc of Massachusetts made the decision to delay the publication of the Spring 2020 issue of our quarterly print newsletter Advocate. We are now pleased to share with you a digital-only, shorter edition of Advocate, with editorials from The Arc team about COVID-19. Continue reading

The Arc’s COVID-19 Updates | June 3, 2020: Addressing Local and National Barriers

June 3, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News

Despite the Memorial Day Holiday, the past week was a busy one at The Arc. But this week’s update starts with discussion of the homicide of George Floyd, which reminded us of our country’s barriers. Continue reading

COVID-19: Changes To The Arc Of Massachusetts Webinar Schedule

June 2, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News

Nearly 2,000 registrants have signed up for our webinars over the past several weeks. As we enter a new phase in the COVID-19 crisis, The Arc is revamping our weekly webinars. Continue reading

COVID-19: The Arc Of Massachusetts Shares Visitation Recommendations Draft

June 2, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News, Supporting Families

The Arc has been advocating for DDS guidance on family visitation for group homes. We know it has been excruciatingly difficult for families to be apart for so long. With the reopening progress, we do expect these guidelines will be coming soon. Continue reading

COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: Quarantine And The After Effects

May 28, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, Leo's Letters, News

I had two opportunities to be with you this week as I filled in for Maura Sullivan today with guest Jean Phelps, CEO of LifeLinks CLASS. On Wednesday, I had Brittany McDermott of Berkshire County Arc join me to talk about one home’s experience with the quarantine and the after effects. Continue reading

COVID-19: Congregate Care Settings Data Dashboard Released

May 28, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News

Just released this afternoon is the dashboard we have been waiting for, which reviews how our constituents/staff and others have fared in congregate settings with the virus. Continue reading

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