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
Friday, December 7th, 2018
1064 Pleasant St. Athol, MA 01331
Join us for a holiday tradition filled with festive holiday music, delicious food (provided by the GAAAFSN Advisory Board), and a special visit from Santa!
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Sunday, December 9th, 2018
3 Church Street, Greenfield, MA
Join our holiday tradition! Share a holiday meal and exchange gifts.
Please note, to participate in the gift exchange bring a wrapped gift and indicate whether it is gender and/or age specific. No edibles please.
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Noon - 3:00pm
399 Main St. Greenfield, MA
Let us do the cooking so you can enjoy the meal with your family, make friends, & enjoy an inclusive community meal!
No reservations needed.
Suggested Donation: $10 as able.
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294 Ave. A Turners Falls, MA
Every 4th Tuesday, 4:00 - 5:30pm
Join in the fun, joy, and rhythm of the music!
December Music Time will be held on the 18th.
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361 Main St. Athol, MA
Every 2nd Saturday, 11:00 - 11:30am
Join in the fun, joy, and rhythm of the music!
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294 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA
Every 3rd Thursday, 5:30-7:00pm
Caregivers Gather to Share Resources ~ Ideas and Conversation
Come join the conversation! Light Refreshments will be provided
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Every 3rd Thursday
10:00-12:00pm & 6:00-7:30pm
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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.
We added a daytime meeting to accommodate those who may want an additional meeting time or who cannot make it during the evening. You may join us for one or both monthly sessions! Refreshments will be provided.
No RSVP is required, but it is helpful for planning purposes. RSVP's can be made to Karon Parker at (978)249-4052 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.