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Enhancing the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, and their families.

Through advocacy, programs that promote inclusion, and engaging the community, The Arc creates tangible changes in the community and in the lives of people with disabilities.

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What We Do

Policy & Advocacy

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Promoting systemic change to enable access and equity across all aspects of society

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Building Community

Supporting families and individuals on their unique path

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The Latest News

Here’s where you can find what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and who it is impacting

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April 17, 2025

Operation House Call: April 2025 Student of the Month – Harlene Kaur

In this series, The Arc of Massachusetts will be spotlighting Operation House Call Students of the Month. Each month, we will be profiling one student who has taken part in…
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April 17, 2025

The Arc of Massachusetts Analysis: House Ways & Means FY26 Budget Proposal

The House Ways and Means Committee (HW&M) released their fiscal year 2026 (FY26) budget recommendation on April 16, 2025. The Arc of Massachusetts, being fully aware of the significant revenue…
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April 17, 2025

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month and Standing Strong Together

Dear members of The Arc community, Thank you for your continued advocacy during these distressing times. The House Ways and Means budget was just released and we will need everyone…

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