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Language is powerful. It shapes how we see ourselves, how others see us, and how society understands disability. But for far too long, disability has been treated like a “dirty word”, something people tiptoe around, avoid saying, or replace with well-meaning but ultimately problematic euphemisms.

Northeast Arc CEO Jo Ann Simons and supported employment participant Sam Gibbs joined Kim Carrigan and Nia Grace to talk about Northeast Arc’s An Evening of Changing Lives Gala.

In conversations about disability and inclusion, the term ableism comes up frequently. But what does it really mean? How does it show up in everyday life, and why does language play such a significant role in dismantling it?

The scores are in, and two Northeast Arc service divisions passed their licensing and certification exams with flying colors. NeArc scored 98 percent on licensing and 97 percent on certification in the assessment conducted in November by the Department of...

It seems appropriate that Alyxa Hart started at Northeast Arc in the Building Blocks program, since she has built a successful career over the last seven years.

Allies can make a huge difference in the fight for equality and accessibility, especially when they use their privilege to support others.

In a new blog series, Keisha will share her story, as well as her perspective on key issues for the disability community. In this entry, Keisha shares her journey with self-advocacy

In a new blog series, Keisha Greaves will share her story, as well as her perspective on key issues for the disability community.

Read the Salem News story about Northeast Arc’s newest job training program.