Our Mission
The Arc of the South Shore is committed to empowering families and individuals of all ages with disabilities to reach their fullest potential. We achieve this by providing high-quality individualized services and opportunities that foster independence, community inclusion, and advocacy.
In 66 Years we have...
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People Helped
85,500
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Volunteers Engaged
6,400
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Local and National Business Partnerships
3,200
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New Autism Resource Center Participants
550
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Our events are designed to unite advocates, families, members and professionals to share ideas, inspiration and resources.
Please join us on Thursday, June 14th for our 6th Annual Gala ~ A Summer Soiree.
Located under a magnificent tent on the beautiful shores of Webb State Park, The Summer Soiree brings together local businesses, community leaders, restaurants and spirit providers, but most importantly, the individuals and families that we’ve supported for the past 66 years. Come and enjoy an evening of gourmet food, specialty cocktails, fine wine, craft beer, live music, unique auction and raffle items all while doing something good for your community!
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What started as an idea 66 years ago has blossomed into a life-changing nonprofit for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
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Help ensure individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the resources and support to meet their needs and live self-determined lives.
Make a difference.
Mentoring a child helps them to see unlimited possibilities for the future, learn something new and most importantly, realize that somebody cares about them.
While it might seem simple to say talents can help others, actually identifying your talents and putting them to good use can be a little bit more difficult.
If you strive to live an altruistic lifestyle, there are plenty of gifts you can give your loved one on Mother’s Day that also give back to others in the community.
