Arc Of Greater Plymouth

Established in 1972, New England Village is a community for adults with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities. Located in Pembroke, Mass., it is a charitable nonprofit corporation that offers a workshop facility, and recreational and social activities. The community offers a variety of general and special interest courses in various areas, such as aerobics, woodworking, computers usage, dance, and arts and crafts. Additionally, it provides residents an opportunity to attend theaters, concerts, movies, and sporting events, including skiing, swimming, and track and field. New England Village offers a variety of day and work programs, including employment opportunities, job placement, educational, Crafts Creation Program, Living Center, scrapbook and enrichment programs. Its Living Center program offers various products, including cards, pins, barrettes, pendants, scented gel candles and handcrafted clay pens.

The Arc of the South Shore provides services and advocacy for children and adults with mental retardation, and cognitive, physical and developmental disabilities. It is a family-oriented, community-based nonprofit agency in North Weymouth, Mass. The agency also undertakes a range of legislative advocacy, information and referral, parent networking, community education, consultation and outreach activities. The Arc of the South Shore offers job skill acquisition and recruitment, on-the-job training and transportation services. The agency s personal care services include bathing, dressing and toileting, medication administration and mobility exercises. The Arc of the South Shore has been operational since 1951.

The Brockton Area Arc will be recognized as the premier agency for services, advocacy, and information pertaining to the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities and their families. Our mission is to work in partnership with, and for, the community to provide advocacy, information, and direct services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. Our services provide choice and empowerment while supporting individuals as they strive to realize their personal goals. We promote independence, respect and dignity.