Arlington Disability Commission

07/29/2025

Join us for Arlington's ADA35 celebration on August 7!

Thanks to a grant from the Massachusetts Office on Disability, Arlington is launching an adaptive tricycle rental program for teens and adults. These recumbent trikes will be available through the Recreation Department at the Ed Burns Arena parking lot for use along the Minuteman Bikeway.

Join us for this community celebration and a tour of the trike shed. Light refreshments will be served. Learn more here: https://www.arlingtonma.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/37225/

05/22/2025

From our friends at Arlington, MA Lgbtqia+ Rainbow Commission

05/20/2025

Join us for our monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 21 at 5:30pm.

 1. Attend in person at the Community Center 20 Academy Street/27 Maple Street. Registration not required for in-person attendance.

04/14/2025

Join the Arlington Disability Commission for a free community screening of the documentary "In a Different Key" on Sunday, April 27th from 12-3pm, at the Regent Theatre.

The story follows a mother who tracks down the first person ever diagnosed with autism, now an elderly man in rural Mississippi, to learn if his life story holds promise for her own autistic son. Her journey exposes a startling record of cruelty and kindness alike, framed by forces like race, money and privilege – but leads to hope that more of us are learning to have the backs of those who are "different."
Snacks and refreshments provided, followed by a Q&A session with audience participation. All are welcome. RSVP via this form: http://bit.ly/4jd994S

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6arXcC_g_8&ab_channel=ReelAbilitiesInternational

In a Different KeyDir. Caren Zucker, John DonvanUS | 2020 | 102 minA mother tracks down the first person ever diagnosed with autism in rural Mississippi to l...

04/14/2025

Join us for our monthly Disability Commission meeting on Wednesday, April 16 at 5:30pm!

Our meetings are hybrid. You can join in person at the Community Center/Senior Center at 27 Maple St, 2nd floor, or on Zoom:

 1. Attend in person at the Community Center 20 Academy Street/27 Maple Street. Registration not required for in-person attendance.

04/11/2025

The Arlington Disability Commission is pleased to present a free screening of the film In A Different Key: The Movie for Autism Awareness Month, on Sunday, April 27 at 12pm at the Regent Theater in Arlington. The film will be followed by a Q & A.

Questions? Email tross@town.arlington.ma.us

03/26/2025

Arlington is updating its Comprehensive Plan (formerly called Master Plan), which includes issues like housing, transportation, parks and open space, economic development, and zoning. All of these topics directly affect people with disabilities. Please attend the kick-off to voice your support for a decision-making process that is inclusive of adults and children with disabilities! Thursday, April 3rd from 7-8:30pm at Arlington High School.

AmpUp! Comp Plan Update Kick-Off meeting April 3, 7-8:30PM at AHS Cafeteria. This is the event you’ve been waiting for. All are encouraged to attend to let us know how Arlington can be an even better place to live, work, and play! Learn more https://loom.ly/9ixFaVI

03/25/2025

Please join our friends at the Arlington, MA Lgbtqia+ Rainbow Commission for the Transgender Day of Visibility observance ob Sunday, March 30 at 2pm

March newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/1ad394550136/sage2019-12846777

03/21/2025

Friends: the Commission has a slightly earlier time slot from now on: 5:30pm - 7pm. The meetings are still on the third Wednesday of the month, and will continue to be hybrid.

03/18/2025

The Town of Arlington is looking for more people to serve on the Disability Commission. If you're interested, come to a monthly meeting to learn about what the Commission is working on! Our next meeting is on Wednesday, March 19 at 6pm

The Arlington Disability Commission works to raise awareness of the rights and needs of people with disabilities, and works for full inclusion in all aspects of community life in Arlington.

03/17/2025

Join us for our monthly meeting on March 19 at 6pm. You can join in person or on Zoom:

The Arlington Disability Commission works to raise awareness of the rights and needs of people with disabilities, and works for full inclusion in all aspects of community life in Arlington.

02/27/2025

From our friends in Cambridge: Are you interested in trying an adult E-tricycle? Cambridge is hosting a Try E-Bike event on Saturday, March 1, from 2pm - 4pm. In addition to various E-bikes, a vendor will be bringing an E-tricycle to try out. No registration necessary. Hosted with bike shops participating in the Cambridge Bike Lottery program, CommunityPedal Power and CambridgeSide. Location: CambridgeSide Parking Garage, Level G1, 100 CambridgeSide Place

Questions? Email bikes@cambridgema.gov or call 617-349-1735