There is still time to obtain your Senator's support on Senate Amendments as well as to ask him or her to sign as co-sponsors. Rules now allow senators to sign on until an amendment is heard.  Go here to see the report and to download pdf files on the amendments and budget chart.

Over 700 people joined nationally acclaimed performers to celebrate Inclusion and Respect for People with Disabilities. The Arc "in" Massachusetts was joined with constituents and friends as the renowned band Flame and teen pop star Gabbie Rae rocked the Hynes Convention Center yesterday.  It was the third annual “All Aboard The Arc" emceed by FOX25's Sharman Sacchetti.   In addition to the many who participated through individual pledges and local corporate sponsors, the event had Comcast Business as its prime state sponsor.  Hit the article headline to see link to full story and pictures!

Friday May 17 until 3 pm we have time to obtain co-sponsors to amendments.  We need you to contact your Senators asap today to ask them to co-sponsor Turning 22 (Sen. Barrett), Autism Waiver (Sen. Creem) and Salary Reserve (Sen. Spilka).  There are other amendments too, Family Support (Sen. Clark) and we will update as soon as all sponsors are on board. Go here for summary and links to chart/report.

The Real Friends Project is a partnership between The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. We are pleased to announce that several mini-grants of up to $7,500 each will be provided for projects throughout the state. Go here to the Real Friends page and scroll down to the bottom of the page to learn more.