ARC Community Services, Inc., which was incorporated in 1952, is a private, not for profit organization providing services to individuals who need special assistance in the areas of employment training; job placement; alternative day programs for adults where employment is not feasible; elderly services; summer enrichment programs; community inclusion programs; and recreational/social activities. The organization also provides family support and information services.
This multifaceted agency offers individuals and their families the opportunity to exercise control in making choices in all aspects of their lives while receiving the supports necessary to enhance their lives and becoming as independent as possible within their living, working or recreation/leisure environments.
The goals, direction and philosophy of our Organization are shaped by the Board of Directors of ARC Community Services. Its Board is composed of professionals from human service organizations, business people from the private sector, family members, as well as other interested individuals who have expertise in a variety of areas. This organizational structure is designed to reflect consumers’ and families’ preferences and to promote change when new opportunities and needs arise.
ARC Community Services serves persons with disabilities in the North Central Massachusetts area and follows non-discriminatory and fair employment practices in all of its operations. No individual will be excluded from agency activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, age, handicap, national origin, marital status, sexual preference, political or union affiliation, or medical and/or behavioral factors.
The ALLIANCE for Resource Management was incorporated in July of 2000 to provide management services to Matson Community Services, Inc. and ARC Community Services, Inc. This “merging” of a major residential provider with that of an advocacy/vocational/alternative day provider allows us to offer a coordinated continuum of supports tailored to the individual and offering an exciting variety of opportunities for job applicants. The ARM, Inc. is an AA/EEO/MF Employer.
