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The Arc of East Middlesex
Basic Information
Address: 20 Gould Street
Reading, MA 01867-2927
Phone Number: 781.942.4888
Fax Number: 781.942.0820
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Additional Information
Executive Director: Terry William Kennedy
President: Maureen O'Brien
Service Description: The Arc of East Middlesex is a non-profit charitable corporation founded in 1954 by parents of children with mental retardation. While we now go by The Arc of East Middlesex, our legal name remains EMARC - East Middlesex Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to provide and promote services and supports for persons with intellectual disabilities and their families. We annually serve over 700 people from Burlington, Everett, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield and Woburn.
Membership Fee: $40.00
Area Served: Burlington, Everett, Lynn, Lynnfield, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield and Woburn.
Hours of Operation/Schedule: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Services Offered:
Overview of the services The Arc of East Middlesex provides: Residential Supports in 10 homes and three apartments staffed by The Arc of East Middlesex and for individuals living independently Job Training and Paid Work in a sheltered workshop setting at The Arc of East Middlesex Employment Opportunities at supervised sites in the community including the Salvation Army, The Gap, REI and a Coffee Bar at the Burbank YMCA in Reading Job Placement services for individuals seeking competitive employment The Center for Emerging Artists which explores and fosters the artistic talents of individuals with disabilities. Artwork created by participants is sold through the Center, through local exhibits and at local gift shops. School to Work Transition Services for High School Students Respite Care to support families caring for their sons and daughters with developmental disabilities at home Family Support Groups for parents and siblings of people with disabilities A Successful Parenting Program for parents with cognitive limitations Inclusion Training for Special Education administrators, teachers and parents Support for Seniors, a monthly education and support group for elder caregivers of people with developmental disabilities. Guest speakers cover topics including health care coverage, depression and Social Security benefits. Recreation Programs held independently and in cooperation with local schools and YMCAs. Activities include integrated sports, Special Olympics training and teams, crafts, music therapy, cooking, outings and special events. In response to the growing need to teach older teens and young adults the skills they need as they Journey to Independence, we offer the Real World House.
Overview of the services The Arc of East Middlesex provides: Residential Supports in 10 homes and three apartments staffed by The Arc of East Middlesex and for individuals living independently Job Training and Paid Work in a sheltered workshop setting at The Arc of East Middlesex Employment Opportunities at supervised sites in the community including the Salvation Army, The Gap, REI and a Coffee Bar at the Burbank YMCA in Reading Job Placement services for individuals seeking competitive employment The Center for Emerging Artists which explores and fosters the artistic talents of individuals with disabilities. Artwork created by participants is sold through the Center, through local exhibits and at local gift shops. School to Work Transition Services for High School Students Respite Care to support families caring for their sons and daughters with developmental disabilities at home Family Support Groups for parents and siblings of people with disabilities A Successful Parenting Program for parents with cognitive limitations Inclusion Training for Special Education administrators, teachers and parents Support for Seniors, a monthly education and support group for elder caregivers of people with developmental disabilities. Guest speakers cover topics including health care coverage, depression and Social Security benefits. Recreation Programs held independently and in cooperation with local schools and YMCAs. Activities include integrated sports, Special Olympics training and teams, crafts, music therapy, cooking, outings and special events. In response to the growing need to teach older teens and young adults the skills they need as they Journey to Independence, we offer the Real World House.
Events:
FRIENDS Workshop Series
Fundraisers: Annual 5k Run Walk
Annual Gala & Auction