Imagine this statistic: in 2018, the proportion of persons with disabilities employed was 19.1%, whereas persons without disabilities had an employment rate of 65.9%. An astounding statistic! The Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities wants to change that. A "Workability Hearing" will be held on Oct 22 (10:30AM-1:00PM) at the State House, Room B1. Individuals and organizations can testify with suggestions and strategies to increase employment. Contact sub-committee Chair Josh Cutler's aide for more info - Cole.Angley@mahouse.gov.
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Transition Conference registration is open!
This full day conference, welcoming families of loved ones ages 12-26 and professionals, will be held on Saturday, November 16 at the Hogan Campus Center at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester. Registration is $75 per person.
Nicky’s Law passes favorably out of Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
We are happy to report that Nicky’s Law has passed favorably from the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities early Monday. Learn more at the link below, including the next steps we need you to take.
The Arc celebrates Gann Academy students who located identities of individuals buried in MetFern
High school is a time of friends, drama, and academia – sometimes resembling those seen in TV shows. But it’s not often the case that you spend those years uncovering the history of nameless graves in your local town.
The Arc’s health care priority legislation, including Operation House Call, is being heard in front of the Joint Committee on Public Health on Tuesday, September 24 at 1:00PM in Meeting Room A2 at the Massachusetts State House.
Advocacy Alliance: Let's Talk Transition at Brockton Area Arc
Facilitated by Kathleen Amaral, the Advocacy Alliance is in the midst of a six-week transition support group hosted by our affiliate, the Brockton Area Arc.
The Arc of Greater Plymouth to expand services to Upper Cape Cod
The Arc of Greater Plymouth is pleased to announce that it has expanded its role as an affiliate of The Arc to include Upper Cape Cod through Hyannis, by agreement with The Arc of Massachusetts.
Discover how to combat caregiver stress by learning about the available resources and support for caregivers as well as in-home support services for older adults.
Participants will learn about philosophies on inclusion, tips for accessing community recreation, understanding different program models, overcoming barriers, and exploring benefits.
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