Workforce Initiative Archives - The Arc of Massachusetts

Leo’s Letter: A Major Update For Our Workforce [Update: March 2]

March 2, 2020Government Affairs, Leo's Letters, News, Workforce Initiative

It is important to once again give a BIG THANK YOU to Governor Baker’s administration on the release of rate regulations which took place on Friday, February 21. But I felt that the blog I sent out on February 28 could lead to misunderstandings for our readers due to its initial sentences regarding the pay rates of staff. Continue reading

Contact Your Legislator: Please Increase The Chapter 257 Reserve For The Direct Support Workforce!

February 20, 2020Budget & Policy, Government Affairs, News, Workforce Initiative

The budget deliberations have begun in the House and Senate. As you may know, we at The Arc have made our workforce crisis the priority. Our workforce salaries are affected by the rate increase given to human service providers which cover all costs (salaries, benefits, occupancy, etc). Continue reading

In 2 Weeks: Join Us On March 4 For The Annual Legislative Reception!

February 19, 2020Events, Government Affairs, News, Workforce Initiative

The ever-evolving, but still present bias against people with I/DD affects the way that we value and pay those who provide their direct care. Continue reading

“Make Your Stories Matter”: Advocates Gather For Annual Supporting Families Day

February 13, 2020Budget & Policy, Government Affairs, News, Supporting Families, Workforce Initiative

On Thursday, February 13, over 150 advocates including self-advocates, family members, direct support professionals, and more braved the rain and snow to join The Arc of Massachusetts and the Supporting Families Coalition for our annual Supporting Families Advocacy Day at the Massachusetts State House. Continue reading

Workforce: Maura Sullivan, Kathleen Amaral Take Part In Southcoast Human Service Legislative Advocacy Breakfast

January 29, 2020Government Affairs, News, Workforce Initiative

On Friday, January 24, Director of Government Affairs Maura Sullivan served as the emcee for the Southcoast Human Service Advocacy Legislative Breakfast at White’s of Westport. Continue reading

Leo Sarkissian Discusses Nicky’s Law, Workforce With WBZ’s Liam Martin

January 22, 2020Government Affairs, News, Nicky's Law, Workforce Initiative

On Tuesday, January 21, Executive Director Leo Sarkissian appeared on TV38 for a discussion of Nicky’s Law, the workforce, and more with WBZ anchor Liam Martin.

Leo’s Letter: Don’t Accept The “New Normal” In Our Workforce

January 9, 2020Advocate, Government Affairs, Leo's Letters, News, Workforce Initiative

Jonathan, who has quadriplegia, does not require nursing care, but he does require a high level of care. As Jonathan, now 26-years-old, ages, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find qualified and committed Personal Care Attendants (PCAs). Continue reading

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