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Development News Progress and Possibility

February 11, 2026

Progress and Possibility Gala | Partners in Progress: Hon. Denise Garlick

Hon. Denise Garlick served as a Massachusetts State Representative and is widely respected as a longtime champion for the disability community and a leader in health, human services, and fiscal policy. She currently serves…

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Government Affairs News

February 10, 2026

The Arc of Massachusetts Government Affairs Committee Canvasses the State House, More than Two Dozen Meetings Held During Advocacy Day

Today (Tuesday, February 10), The Arc of Massachusetts hosted an Advocacy Day at the State House, bringing together members of our Government Affairs Committee including self-advocates, family members, and providers…

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Health Policy News Operation House Call

February 5, 2026

Operation House Call: One Day, Two Campuses, Over 100 Students Inspired

Wednesday, February 4 was a red-letter day for Operation House Call, with two stellar teaching teams reaching over 100 students in one day. In the afternoon at UMass Chan Medical…

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