The United Arc is pleased to share Francis' story. The possibilities are endless when you achieve with us.
The United Arc provides advocacy and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Western Massachusetts.
We advocate for an inclusive society by building relationships with our elected officials and our wider community, and encouraging our members to do the same.
Valuing, respecting, including and recognizing the contributions of our citizens with disabilities.
The United Arc is an affiliated chapter of The Arc of Massachusetts and The Arc of the United States.
The United Arc recognizes that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are defined by their own strengths, abilities and inherent value, not by their disability.
Programs at The United Arc
The United Arc provides advocacy and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Western Massachusetts.
Adult Services
The United Arc provides a variety of services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that promote personal well-being and self-fulfillment as individuals live and work in the community.
Family Support Services
The United Arc provides a flexible array of services for families that care for or include a family member with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Positive Parenting
The Positive Parenting Resource Center provides services and support families headed by parents with cognitive challenges, intellectual limitations or learning disabilities.
Self Advocacy
The United Arc sponsors two self-advocacy groups which offer peer support, leadership development, social events and learning opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.
Featured Activities
294 Ave A, Turners Falls, MA
February 22nd, 8:30 - 10:00 am
Join us for a conversation about inclusion, choice, and independence with your representatives.
Featuring stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and advocates.
RSVP to Kristina Tams by Feb 1st, 2019 (413) 774-5558 x1058
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361 Main St, Athol MA
January 9th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
We will discuss the strengths and challenges for families during the holiday season.
The workshop will examine: How to prepare for daily outings, stategies for understanding the "four functions of behavior", and successfully accessing community events.
RSVP to Karon Parker
(413) 774-5558 ext. 1047
karonparker@unitedarc.org
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294 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA
No December Meeting. Resuming January 17th
Caregivers Gather to Share Resources ~ Ideas and Conversation
Come join the conversation! Light Refreshments will be provided
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Every 2nd Monday, 3rd Thursday
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Come socialize with other caregivers and help support each other through all of the ins and outs of being a caregiver or parent to a person with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Join us to discuss ideas and gain valuable resources.
No RSVP is required, but it is helpful for planning purposes. RSVP's can be made to Karon Parker at (413) 774-5558 ext.1047
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Mission Statement
The United Arc supports people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the universal goals of inclusion, choice, and independence.