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Over 20 workshops, networking opportunities, exhibitors with resources, and more. 97% of 2024 attendees recommend attending. CEUs for educators and Wordly translation services will be available.

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Sign up to walk, run, or roll with The Arc of Massachusetts community in the 27th Annual Flutie 5K for Autism on Sunday, October 25.

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Virtual Town Halls on Camera Policies in Group Homes

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is currently developing policies regarding the use of cameras in group homes. To ensure these policies reflect the needs and perspectives of those they affect most, DDS and The Arc of Massachusetts are collaborating to host a virtual Town Hall specifically for families.

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The Blue Envelope Is Now Law

The Arc was incredibly proud to host and stand alongside Governor Maura Healey, law enforcement partners, state legislators, and a powerful coalition of advocates to celebrate the Blue Envelope bill officially being signed into law.

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August 20, 2026

The Arc of Massachusetts and Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts Submit Public Comment on the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) 2026-2028 Strategic Plan Working Draft

The Arc of Massachusetts and Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts appreciate the opportunity to provide comments on the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee’s (IACC) 2026–2028 Strategic Plan Working Draft. The Arc…
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For more than 25 years, the landmark Supreme Court decision Olmstead v. L.C. has protected the rights of people with disabilities to live in their communities rather than being unnecessarily…
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Faces of Olmstead: Jonathan Spiller

For more than 25 years, the landmark Supreme Court decision Olmstead v. L.C. has protected the rights of people with disabilities to live in their communities rather than being unnecessarily…
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