They’re cheerleaders and crisis managers, nurses and advocates, therapists and service coordinators. They’re not just family members—they’re lifelines. Family caregivers are the backbone of care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), and their stories often go untold. This November, for National Family Caregivers Month, we’re spotlighting seven individuals caring for their loved ones […]
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Washington, DC – The Arc released the following statement in response to Senate passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act:
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“Architects of this bill are still ignoring the pleas of their constituents with disabilities”
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“Today, a majority of...
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