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COVID-19: Message from DDS Commissioner Jane Ryder on the Vaccine and Holiday Visitation

December 18, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News, Supporting Families

On Thursday, December 17, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Commissioner Jane Ryder released a statement on the COVID-19 vaccine and holiday visitation. Please find her statement below. Continue reading

COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: A New Year Brings A New Hope

December 17, 2020COVID19, Leo's Letters, News

The vaccine’s distribution this week gives us new hope that the isolation triggered by the pandemic should end sometime in the coming year. Continue reading

Pathways to Friendship: A Friendship Lesson from the Pandemic by Phoebe Goodman

December 15, 2020COVID19, News, Pathways to Friendship

For some people, remote participation is a way to ease into an activity, providing an opportunity to gain confidence, competence and comfort that bodes well for future real connections. Continue reading

COVID-19: Leo’s Letter: The Coronavirus Vaccine Is Coming. Our Community Must Get It.

December 11, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, Leo's Letters, News

During my weekly webinar, I shared a piece from the Boston Globe’s Hanna Krueger, who described the disillusionment of “many infectious disease experts.” Their emotions reflect frustration with so much of the public who have ignored warnings or guidelines. Continue reading

Advocate: The Fall 2020 Issue Is Now Available Online

December 4, 2020Advocate, COVID19, News

The Arc of Massachusetts is pleased to share with you the digital edition of the Fall 2020 issue of Advocate. Continue reading

Survey: Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Family Support Services During COVID-19

December 3, 2020COVID19, Government Affairs, News

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is encouraging individuals with disabilities and their family members or other caregivers to contact their DDS area offices if you are unable to receive adequate assistance from the Commonwealth during the pandemic. Continue reading

Police Reform Legislation Compromise Filed, Including Language On Police Training In Autism

December 1, 2020Government Affairs, News

On the evening of Monday, November 30, conference committee filed a compromised police reform legislation. The House and Senate are prepared to vote Tuesday, December 1 on the legislation, which includes The Arc’s priority Bill language relative to Police Training in Autism. Continue reading

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