- Transition from school to adult services should be complete.
- Adult services are not an entitlement. Adult services are based on availability and are subject to funding by the legislature.
- Continue to attend family meetings, training’s, list serves to learn more about new and existing services.
Transition Timeline (Arc Mass)
Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – DDS Transition Information Fact Sheets
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC)
- Independent Living Center’s
- NILP
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Supported Living Programs
- Benefits Counseling (Project IMPACT)
Department of Mental Health (DMH)
- YouForward
- Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)
- Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (MCDHH)
- Department of Public Health (DPH)
- MassHealth
MassOptions – Free resource that links you to services that help you or a loved one live independently
Health Insurance Tool – Exceptional Lives
Supported Decision Making, Alternatives & Guardianship
Guardianship Tool – Exceptional Lives
Legal
Social Security
Social Security Tool – Exceptional Lives
Housing
Transportation
- Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
- Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA)
- MassMobility
- Uber (pilot program)
- DriveWise & DriveAdvise (Drivers License)
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To schedule a one hour, consult please fill out the Intake Form below:
The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport Family Support Center Referral
For additional support contact Andrea Morris, Director of Family Supports, at amorris@thearcofghn.org or at 978-373-0552 ext. 211.
Para apoyo bilingüe contacte a Rowan DeAza at rdeaza@thearcofghn.org or 978-373-0552 ext. 216.
Current Hours:
Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm, appointments preferred.
Extended hours are offered by appointment only.