WASHINGTON, DC – Neli Latson’s story of unjust prosecution and abuse in the criminal legal system was heard at the White House today, bringing attention to the need for better […]
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The Arc Announces New Leaders and Members of National Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, DC -The Arc has elected a slate of new and returning members of the Board of Directors to lead its work for the next two years. This distinguished group […]
School Should Be a Safe Place for Students, but Isaac Was Assaulted
Isaac has autism and mental health disabilities. Isaac sometimes gets very focused on certain things and struggles to adjust or focus on other things. To help him in school, his […]
A Genetics Journey To Support What’s Possible in Life
Ellen Feldman has a passion for increasing research in the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) field and continuing her ongoing advocacy in that arena. She currently serves as the Central […]
Get Ready for Medicaid Renewals in 2023
As COVID-19 rapidly spread across the U.S. in March 2020, Congress declared a public health emergency and passed legislation that gave states more money for Medicaid if they met certain […]
Statement on the Killing of Tyre Nichols
WASHINGTON, DC – As the public learns more about the killing of Tyre Nichols, The Arc stands in solidarity with his family and friends. “Yet again, the nation watches another […]
A Recommitment to Care with the Introduction of the Better Care Better Jobs Act
Today, Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced a landmark piece of legislation to invest in the country’s care economy and make important improvements to Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS). The […]
The Arc Announces Departure of Longtime CEO and Leadership Transition
The Arc’s Board of Directors announces today that its Chief Executive Officer, Peter Berns, will be leaving the organization upon expiration of his contract in February. Since 2008, Peter has […]
From Friendship to Lifelong Love: Scott and Lauren’s Journey
Finding love is something many of us hope for, including people with disabilities. Lauren and Scott met while they were participating in programming at Favarh (The Arc of Farmington Valley). […]
Hope For Aging Caregivers
Hope For Aging Caregivers; Do you have a loved one with a disability? Do you feel like you are carrying the world on your shoulders? Hope for aging caregivers is […]