The Arc is appalled and disgusted by the offensive remarks made by Albert Watkins, an attorney representing Jacob Chansley, the self-described, “QAnon Shaman” who attacked the U.S. Capitol on January […]
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The Arc Receives Funding from Verizon to Expand Emergency Preparedness Across the U.S.
The Arc of the United States is thrilled to announce it has received an award from Verizon to implement the Building Community Resilience through Inclusive Disaster Preparedness program in 2021. […]
Direct Care Worker Wage Coalition Meets with Rep Outman to Advocate for Local Families
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Celebrating Strength This Mother’s Day: A Mother’s Persistence
This Mother’s Day, The Arc celebrates the unconditional love and infinite strength of mothers. We recognize the mother figures and grandmothers who nurture and support us – no matter what. […]
Direct Care Worker Wage Coalition Urges Full State Funding of Essential Care for Vulnerable Families
For Immediate Release May 5, 2021 Contact: Stephanie Van Koevering, 517-974-6065 Direct Care Worker Wage Coalition Urges Full State Funding of Essential Care for Vulnerable Families Permanent Wage Increase Essential […]
Shortage of paid caregivers keeps family members up at night, hoping for “something sustainable”
Shortage of paid caregivers keeps family members up at night, hoping for “something sustainable” By TRACY SAMILTON • Share| Tweet | Email Excellacare Care Provider Sarah Sutherlin helps her client Carmela Palamara, […]
Making an invisible profession visible
Making an invisible profession visible: A direct care worker helps an elderly client remain at home By TRACY SAMILTON • APR 23, 2021 Share | Tweet | Email There is a serious shortage […]
Survey of Michigan Direct Care Workers Shows Impact of COVID-19 on Profession
Click Here To Read The Press Release For Immediate Release April 20, 2021 Contact: Stephanie Van Koevering, 517-974-6065 Survey of Michigan Direct Care Workers Shows Impact of COVID-19 on Profession […]
What Happens Next? The Role of Supporting Decision-Making in the Lives of Sexual Assault Survivors with Disabilities
Patty Quatieri is an accomplished presenter in the field of disability rights and is based in Massachusetts. Patty has received numerous awards for her civil rights advocacy and established the […]
The Arc Unites with the Black Community in Response to the Conviction of Derek Chauvin
Washington, D.C. – The Arc unites with the Black community following the conviction of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. “Mr. Floyd’s life was […]