Join Executive Director Leo Sarkissian every Monday at 12:00PM for a presentation about important issues facing the disability community in Massachusetts and nationwide, often with special guests.

On the first Thursday of each month, join The Arc’s Maura Sullivan for the latest updates on state and federal policy and advocacy issues.

Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to comply with the 2014 Real Lives Law.

Stay tuned for the latest additions to our calendar of incredible webinars and training opportunities, covering issues from Turning 22 to education to personal advocacy and so much more.

February 1

Join The Arc of Massachusetts for an informative session led by guest speaker Michael Andrade, President and CEO of The Arc of Bristol County, for a webinar on ABLE, trusts, and other tools to address asset limits to maintain benefits. This is especially important during the emergency transition.

February 14

David Sykes and Michelle Banks from the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) will introduce participants to the NextGen Careers Program at MRC, including service regions and the pathway to enrollment. NextGen Careers is a new initiative at MRC that helps young adults with disabilities, ages 18-30, fast-track their career journey.

March 16

Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Leadership will provide an overview of their work with older caregivers living with a family member with IDD.  They will share the results of a needs assessment completed by the Center for Developmental Disabilities Evaluation and Research at UMASS for DDS on meeting the needs of this population.  DDS will also share their thinking about next steps in supporting families with older caregivers.

March 22