Northeast Arc

02/01/2026

We are celebrating Black History Month by honoring and highlighting some of the Black activists who have played a significant role in the disability rights movement. Learn about some of these figures who have played an important role from the 19th century through the present!

02/01/2026

Welcome, Jayden! We look forward to following your progress!

01/30/2026

Welcome to the team, Ethan!

Help us welcome, Ethan to the team!

Ethan brings a gentle kindness that warms hearts and a "can-do" attitude that gets every job done. We are so excited to support him and watch him grow during his internship!

Stop by the cafe and say hi to Ethan!

01/30/2026

Obi is a robotic feeding device designed to support individuals who have limited upper-body mobility. Several features make Obi beneficial for these individuals looking to regain independence. First, the straightforward switch-based control system allows users to eat at their own pace. Second, Obi’s four-compartment tray makes it easy to enjoy a variety of foods. Lastly, the devices’ simple setup and predictable movements help create an experience that is comfortable and consistent for the user.

Many people can benefit from Obi, such as individuals living with ALS, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, or other neuromuscular challenges. By offering a simple and reliable way to eat independently, Obi helps individuals maintain dignity and confidence at mealtimes. The Northeast Arc has partnered with Easterseals Massachusetts to make it easier to receive an in-person demonstration or loan of this device at our location in Danvers. Email assistivetechnology@ne-arc.org to learn how you can test this device.

Obi Robot- Independent Eating

01/28/2026

"Winter is revealing. It shows whose safety is prioritized. It shows whose mobility matters. It shows who is expected to adapt, and who isn’t. If accessibility disappears the moment conditions change, then it was never truly embedded to begin with," writes Keisha Greaves of Girls Chronically Rock.

Winter has a way of exposing everything that’s already broken.

01/27/2026

Welcome Kim! We look forward to following your progress.

01/27/2026

Due to the weather, Northeast Arc Transportation Services are delayed 2 hours today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

01/26/2026

Thank you to Kim Carrigan for taking the time to visit with participants in our Steps to Indpendence program! They had a great time learning all about Kim's incredible career in the TV and radio industries. We are so grateful for Kim's long-time support of Northeast Arc ❤

01/23/2026

Northeast Arc Early Intervention supports children younger than 3 who have a developmental delay or are at risk of developing one. The NeArc team works with families and caregivers, enhancing childhood development through individualized activities within the family’s everyday life experiences. Families can access these services without insurance, without physician referral, and with no out-of-pocket costs. Complete your refrerral now at https://earlyintervention.ne-arc.org/

01/23/2026

Say hi to Russell the next time you stop into Breaking Grounds Cafe!

Help us welcome, Russell to the team!
We can see his enthusiasm translating into incredible progress as the weeks go by! Get it, Russell!

01/22/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Christina to Northeast Arc!

Orfanos, who is a Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional, earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Psychology from Simmons University.

01/21/2026

Northeast Arc is seeking a Quality Improvement Director to lead organization-wide efforts across quality assurance, compliance, and performance improvement within a complex, mission-driven human services environment. This role is ideal for a leader who brings both regulatory expertise and a genuine commitment to person-centered care.

In this role, you will:

• Shape and advance our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) framework
• Partner with executive and operational leaders to embed continuous improvement into daily practice
• Work closely with Massachusetts and federal funders including DDS, DPH, and CMS
• Join an experienced Quality Improvement team dedicated to ensuring high quality services for the people we serve

If you’re passionate about strengthening systems that directly impact quality of life and want to lead meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply here or share with someone who should see this: https://clrco.com/HCg68XuAig