There has never been a more influential and monumental moment in disability rights than when the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) passed in 1990. This legislation transformed the lives of millions of people with disabilities and continues to pave the way for anti-discrimination and accessibility. One of the lead Senate sponsors of the ADA, Senator […]
The post The Arc’s Statement on the Passing of Senator Lowell Weicker, Jr. appeared first on The Arc.

As parents of adult children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) grow older, they may face concerns about what their child’s life will look like when they are no longer able to provide care. Certain questions become important and can be agonizing to think about, such as: How will my child’s life change when I’m […]
The post Roy’s Fight to Keep His Three Adult Sons at Home and Out of Institutions appeared first on The Arc.

From Shira Wakschlag, Senior Director of Legal Advocacy and General Counsel for The Arc of the United States: “Today is a monumental win for disability rights and the principle that a private right of action is critical in the access, accountability, and antidiscrimination of our country’s Medicaid and safety net programs. The U.S. Supreme Court […]
The post A Major Win for Disability Rights From SCOTUS! appeared first on The Arc.

Disability is a part of the rich tapestry of human diversity, and something that nearly all of us will experience at some point in our lives. It’s also a significant identity that defines how we experience the world. Yet people with disabilities have been marginalized and misunderstood for generations. All disabilities and their intersecting identities […]
The post Why and How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month 2023 appeared first on The Arc.