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 Attleboro, MA
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We are so happy to see more progress towards inclusion and accessibility!
The Arc of Massachusetts@TheArcofMass25 Feb 2024
"Starbucks is making big changes to ensure that its stores are more inclusive and accessible to employees and customers with disabilities in a move that's intended to serve as a model for other retailers." disabilityscoop.com/2024/02/…

Starbucks Transforming Stores To Improve Disability Access

Starbucks is making big changes to ensure that its stores are more inclusive and accessible to employees and customers with disabilities in a move that's intended to serve as a model for other...

disabilityscoop.com
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The Arc of Bristol County retweeted
The Arc of Massachusetts@TheArcofMass25 Feb 2024
"The workforce crisis has had devastating consequences for people with autism and most especially adults who have high support needs. We're talking about 3,000 adults, some going for years without programs," The Arc's Deputy Executive Director, Maura Su... wbznewsradio.iheart.com/cont…

Mass. Budget Realities Threaten Health Care Workers' Wage Increases | WBZ NewsRadio 1030

Gov. Healey's budget proposal that would raise the wages of health care workers who help treat people living with disabilities is facing budget realities.

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We are so proud of our Direct Support Professionals! Happy DSP Week to all of our incredible staff supporting people of all ages and all abilities!
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We are so proud of our #DirectSupportProfessionals! Happy DSP Week to all of our incredible staff supporting people of all ages and all abilities!
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We are so proud of our very own Xavier Caruthers! Xavier has been with us for just over 2 years and brings a wealth of knowledge, comedy, and enthusiasm to our staff. #dspweek2023
Community Provider Network of RI 💚@CPNRI13 Sep 2023
🎉 Introducing Rhode Island’s Direct Support Professionals of the Year! 🎉 Out of hundreds of amazing DSPs, this group was chosen for their dedication & selflessness. Every day, DSPs support people with disabilities. They are some of the hardest workers in RI. THANK YOU! 💚
A graphic reads, "DSPs of the Year". Underneath that, 22 DSPs of the Year are shown on a grid with their pictures.

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Check out the Embracing Intersectionality: A Conversation about Race and Disability- A conversation led by members of the Asain Disability Community for #AsianPacificIslanderHeritageMonth massfamilies-org.zoom.us/mee…
MassFamilies (formerly MFOFC)@massfamilies17 May 2023
We're so excited for Embracing Intersectionality: A Conversation about Race and Disability >> ASIAN AMERICAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH!!! It's happening next week! Register for this conversation: buff.ly/3HRVAqO
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TheArcofBlackstoneValley@bvcriarc18 May 2023
The time to pass these bills is now. Pass S0782 & H5987, and make our state stronger and better together.
Community Provider Network of RI 💚@CPNRI17 May 2023
100,000 Rhode Islanders need support and they need it now. 🚨 People with disabilities, seniors, children and families and more have waited far too long for investments. It is time. Let’s pass S0782 & H5987. 💪 Our State will be better because of it. 💚
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Another great resource for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth.
Mass. Health and Human Services
@MassHHS3 May 2023
This Mental Health Month, we're letting Massachusetts know that #HelpIsHere. Whether you're struggling with substances, experiencing a crisis, or feeling anxious or hopeless more than usual, the Behavioral Health Help Line and Community Behavioral Health Centers are here to help
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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Here is an excellent resource!
Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
@MassLtGov3 May 2023
Mental health is as important as physical health. This Mental Health Awareness Month, you should know that help is out there if you’re going through a tough time. Call the 24/7 Behavioral Health Help Line at (833) 773-2445 or visit mass.gov/CBHCs
Need to see someone right away? mass.gov/CBHCs

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Happy #OlderAmericansMonth! Massachusetts values the talents and experience of older people, including all those who contribute to our Commonwealth by sharing wisdom, friendship, work, and volunteerism that supports families, friends, and communities.
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The Arc of Bristol County retweeted
MassWIC@MassWIC9 May 2023
Is your child hungry too close to dinner time? Try putting out some sliced veggies and dips while they wait for you to serve dinner. It will keep them occupied and encourage them to try something new! Here's a great yogurt dip to try: ow.ly/gUMv50NRSXg
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🍐🧅 Increase your normal SNAP benefits if anyone in your SNAP household is 60 or older or has a disability and has medical costs over $35 a month. 📱📞 Send DTA a written note on DTA Connect or call DTA at 877-382-2363. ➡️ Learn more: Mass.gov/ExtraCOVIDSNAP #BoostYourSNAPMA
Images of different medical costs: medicine, glasses, weights, walker, insurance, hearing aids, wheelchair, and crutches.

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Today is #RareDiseaseDay2023. The Arc of Bristol County is proud to support individuals with rare diseases. 300 million people live with a rare disease globally. There are over 6,000 rare diseases identified. Check out this video to learn more: youtu.be/bCxtcx5RYKE
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The Arc of Bristol County retweeted
Mass. Public Health
@MassDPH16 Feb 2023
Due to recent federal action, the extra COVID SNAP benefits are ending March 2, 2023 in MA. Households will continue to get their normal SNAP benefit amount. Visit Mass.gov/ExtraCOVIDSNAP to learn how you can get the most SNAP and save some of it to help after March 2.
Extra COVID SNAP ending March 2, 2023. Learn more at: mass.gov/ExtraCovidSnap

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The Baker-Polito Administration announced today that 65 farmers & farmers’ markets were awarded $95,000+ in equipment grants to facilitate the acceptance of SNAP benefits at mobile markets, expanding local food access points across 57 communities. 🧺📱🌱: mass.gov/news/baker-polito-a…
Press release: Baker-Polito Administration Awards Food Security Grants to Local Farms. Image of green beans, tomatoes and raspberries in containers.

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El DTA ha recibido la aprobación para emitir otro pago adicional de emergencia #SNAP. La mayoría de los hogares comenzarán a ver este pago principios de Septiembre. Aprende más: Mass.gov/DTAFAQ
Barras azules y amarillas en la parte superior e inferior. De izquierda a derecha: actualización DTA Covid-19. El DTA recibió la aprobación federal para emitir un pago adicional de SNAP para que los beneficios de las familias alcancen al menos el monto máximo mensual. Mesa azul: tamaño del hogar, cantidad máxima de SNAP hasta septiembre de 2022 1, $250 2, $459 3, $658 4, $835 5, $992 6, $1,190 7, $1,316 8, $1,504 Cada miembro adicional + $188

ALT Barras azules y amarillas en la parte superior e inferior. De izquierda a derecha: actualización DTA Covid-19. El DTA recibió la aprobación federal para emitir un pago adicional de SNAP para que los beneficios de las familias alcancen al menos el monto máximo mensual. Mesa azul: tamaño del hogar, cantidad máxima de SNAP hasta septiembre de 2022 1, $250 2, $459 3, $658 4, $835 5, $992 6, $1,190 7, $1,316 8, $1,504 Cada miembro adicional + $188

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DTA has received approval to issue another extra emergency #SNAP payment. Most households will start to see this payment in early September. Learn more: Mass.gov/DTAFAQ
Blue and yellow bars across the top and bottom. From left to right: DTA Covid-19 update. DTA received federal approval to issue an additional SNAP payment to bring families' benefits up to at least the max monthly amount. Blue table: household size, maximum SNAP amount through September 2022 1, $250 2, $459 3, $658 4, $835 5, $992 6, $1,190 7, $1,316 8, $1,504 Each additional member + $188

ALT Blue and yellow bars across the top and bottom. From left to right: DTA Covid-19 update. DTA received federal approval to issue an additional SNAP payment to bring families' benefits up to at least the max monthly amount. Blue table: household size, maximum SNAP amount through September 2022 1, $250 2, $459 3, $658 4, $835 5, $992 6, $1,190 7, $1,316 8, $1,504 Each additional member + $188

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The Arc of Bristol County retweeted
Mass. Health and Human Services
@MassHHS28 Jul 2022
Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced a common application for MassHealth and SNAP benefits. Now, when residents go to apply for or renew their MassHealth benefits online, they will be able to initiate an application for SNAP benefits. More⬇️ mass.gov/news/baker-polito-a…
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TOMORROW! Our Job Fair is happening in person from 10-2 PM!#SignOnBonuses for all positions. Check out our job fair on Tuesday 5/3! Check out our positions rb.gy/5hsway ✨JOB FAIR✨ Where: 16 Hillside Ave, Attleboro, MA When: Tuesday, May 3rd,10-2 PM
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