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MRC empowers individuals with disabilities to live life on their terms. Possibility is our purpose.
MRC assists individuals with disabilities to live and work independently. We are responsible for Vocational Rehabilitation services, and Community Living programs, and eligibility determination for the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) federal benefits programs for Massachusetts citizens with disabilities. MRC serves residents with all types of disa
09/04/2024
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, we couldn't have said it better 🌟 Thank you for advocating for this change and raising awareness for the disability community. We are also grateful to the Senate for passing this historical legislation and look forward to the continued process to make MassAbility official.
Local Advocate Hails Name Change of Agency | Franklin Observer Under nearly--final legislation, Mass Rehabiltiation Commission to become MassAbility
Making MA more accessible is our Paralympic sport 😤🦅🇺🇸
08/27/2024
Feeling sad? You’re not alone—we’ve been there too
Swipe for ideas to make your mind feel a little bit better 🧠 And remember, don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Us 🤝 accessible summer adventures
Send this to your adventure buddy! 🚲🌲🌊
Respect the vest ‼️📢 We love dogs too, but it’s important to remember that when you see service dogs out and about, they’re working! So don’t distract them from their duties 🫡
Hear Destiny talk about Salem's essential role and how he maintains work-life balance 🐕🦺✨
08/16/2024
Keep the good news coming 🥳
We love seeing inclusive and accessible changes here in Massachusetts and beyond 👏
08/15/2024
📆 Time to mark your calendars! To enhance accessibility, we’ve rescheduled the Explore Possibility Summit to October 29th! We want to ensure this event is a safe and welcoming environment that maximizes full access for everyone in our community. Join us for a day filled with activities, workshops, networking, and tons of fun as we celebrate and connect with the Massachusetts disability community. 😎
Don’t miss out—register now at mass.gov/event/2024-explore-possibility-summit-day-one-10-29-2024.
Salem's job is no walk in the park!
Meet Salem, whose nose boops have an extra, lifesaving meaning 🐾 Hear how he works with Destiny to keep her safe!
08/13/2024
Brat but it’s making voting more accessible ✨
You can register to vote in MA online! Head to https://ow.ly/Erkk50SX3MJ on how to register and to check your status ✅
08/09/2024
Let’s celebrate International Day of the World's Indigenous People with a look at the intersectionality of the Native and disability communities.
Swipe for resources 👉
Not all disabilities look the same‼️
(and the same disability can look different on different people)
Hear from Briana, a Disability Inclusion Leader, as she shares why it's important to not assume anything about a person's disability.
Our Disability Inclusion Leaders contribute valuable experience and expertise to our team, ensuring that the voices of people with disabilities shape how we deliver our services. Follow us for more insights from our team!
Let’s roll 🚲 We recently hit the trails with DCR Universal Access Program and All Out Adventures for an accessible bike ride and had the best day!
What’s your favorite summer activity? Let us know below - and check out other adaptive events at mass.gov/orgs/universal-access-program
08/01/2024
New month, new ins and outs!
Check out our thoughts on how to have an inclusive and fun August - what are you adding to the list? 🌊☀️😎
🎶Cause you know I’d walk a thousand miles if it was on an accessible trail 🎶
That’s how it goes right?
We went to check out Wompatuck State Park and were happy to find many accessible features 👏
What trail should we check out next?
Olé, olé, olé!
Did you know that New England has two soccer teams? Come with us to watch local athletes with disabilities on the Unified Team at ! ⚽️📣
Follow along with the team at 🥅 Read more about the team here: https://ow.ly/lUzL50SLfxe
Did you know these accessibility features were made possible by the ADA?
Today is the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act! This historic law protects the rights of people with disabilities. Part of the ADA includes making buildings accessible—so we thought we’d show you things around our office that exist because of the ADA!
Making time for ourselves is always in! Today is International Self-Care Day so this is your sign to celebrate it (today and every day) 🫶
Self-care looks different for everyone, but getting rest, spending time outside, and eating well are a great place to start. What will your day look like?
Aye aye captain 🫡⛵️🌊
Did you know our very own Cindy Walker is a sailor? Cindy from our communications team has competed in adaptive sailing competitions for over 10 years, and was on the U.S. sailing team! Follow along as she heads to a regatta in Rhode Island 🤩
07/18/2024
Good news: we have lots of good news! 📰🚨
We’re always excited to see the world moving towards being more accessible–these small changes add up and get us closer to true equity 🎉
Words matter!
Listen to James, a Disability Inclusion Leader at MRC, share his thoughts on how language impacts the disability community 🙌
Our Disability Inclusion Leaders contribute valuable experience and expertise to our team, ensuring that the voices of people with disabilities shape how we deliver our services. Follow us for more insights from this team!
07/12/2024
Disability ≠ inability!! Today we’re debunking common misconceptions about people with disabilities.
Counting down the days until our 2024 Explore Possibility Summit 🗓️🎉
Join us on August 28 to connect with and celebrate the Massachusetts disability community! The day will feature a variety of activities, workshops, networking opportunities, and of course plenty of fun 😎
Register now at mass.gov/explore-possibility-summit
07/11/2024
I know we all hate when we’re told to “calm down” so instead we’re going to tell you HOW to calm down 🧘♀️
These are some tips for grounding yourself when you feel overwhelmed.
Tell us what you do to stay grounded in the comments 👇
Follow along musician as he gets ready for the day and jams out on his guitar 🎶🎤
Kevin has performed at MRC events and is a part of , a non-profit organization for musicians in mental health recovery. He’s also a Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist in Massachusetts.
🎶 Song credit: Before by Kevin G Mor
Check out his page for more!
🎶 We took the *accessible* train going aaanywhere 🎶
Good news! 🗞️The MBTA won a grant to improve accessibility on the Green Line. The Green Line is the oldest subway line in the country—nearly all stations were built before the ADA, so a lot of work is necessary to make them accessible to people with disabilities.
What good accessibility news have you seen in your community lately? Let us know in the comments! 🚃 🚃 🚃
07/04/2024
The Fourth is about liberty and justice for all (and that includes people with disabilities!) Here’s how to celebrate the Fourth in a way that’s accessible to everyone 🥳🎆
07/02/2024
It’s BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Mental Health Awareness Month so let’s get more aware!
Anyone can have mental health struggles, but it’s important to acknowledge BIPOC communities face unique challenges when it comes to mental health.
Swipe to learn about those challenges 👉 Find resources for support at mass.gov/doc/bipoc-mental-health-awareness-month-resources/download
Disability Pride month is here and we couldn’t be prouder!
Let us know what disability means to you in the comments 👇
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