Our Work

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.

200,000

Individuals & Families Supported

70 Years

of Enhancing the Lives of People with Disabilities

17

Local Chapters

What We Do

Policy & Advocacy

Encouraging the advancement of the lives of people with disabilities and their families

Programs & Services

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

Resources

Compiling & creating a hub of information based on age, disability & topic

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

Health PolicyNewsOperation House Call
March 13, 2025

Operation House Call: OHC Co-Teachers – Making a Huge Impact!

At Operation House Call, we empower families and self-advocates to teach through lived experience. Our outstanding co-teachers are individuals with IDD and autism, who speak in our classroom sessions. They…
Government AffairsNews
March 7, 2025

Governor Healey Proclaims March 2025 As Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

In conjunction with the 47th Annual Legislative Reception, Governor Maura Healey proclaimed March 2025 as the 2025 Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Massachusetts. The proclamation was presented at…
a large group of people sitting in chairs in a buildingGovernment AffairsNewsWorkforce Initiative
March 6, 2025

47th Annual Legislative Reception: Record Attendance of Over 600 Advocates Fill the State House to Safeguard Their Rights through Advocacy

On Thursday, March 6, a record turnout of over 600 advocates gathered at the Massachusetts State House to celebrate the 47th Annual Legislative Reception, filling both the Great Hall and…

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