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Webinars
As part of The Arc’s mission, the webinar series will encompass a wide variety of topics and practices in the area of intellectual and developmental disabilities – such as autism services, legal and financial, housing, employment, transition and family support.
These one hour webinars are designed for families, self-advocates, professionals, and the general public and will be offered on a monthly basis.
To access the online series you will need a computer, phone, or tablet with a microphone. Speakers or headsets attached to your computer are recommended for audio, or you can use your phone. Instructions on how to connect will be given once you register.
Webinar Registration
MA21 Alliance: Self-Direction in Action:
Real Stories of Choice, Control, and Outcomes That Work
Tuesday, May 19 @ 1:30 PM
Hear real stories from people using self-direction to create supports that fit their goals and vision for a good life. Panelists will share what’s working, challenges they faced, and how advocacy made a difference.
Pathways to Friendship during the Transition to Adulthood
Wednesday, May 27 @ 12:00PM
Join us as we explore pathways to friendship and community mapping to support your child’s transition to becoming an adult.
Access to natural connections with peers changes when students leave school. Learn ways to maintain past connections as well as get tips and resources for finding friendship in the adult world.
Presenter Dotty Foley is a Pathways to Friendship Facilitator and SUPPORTbroker with The Arc of Massachusetts.
Decoding the FY27 Budget: Impacts and the Road Ahead
Thursday, May 28 @ 12:00PM
The state budget is a key part of our advocacy, but this year, the stakes have shifted. As Massachusetts navigates a complex federal landscape, the FY27 budget has become even more critical.
With the budget now moving toward finalization, join us for a briefing on the House and Senate proposals. We will move beyond the line items to analyze the real-world impact on the IDD and autism community and outline the critical strategic steps we must take to secure our priorities in the last step of the process.
Webinars
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.
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