Greater Waltham ARC

56 Chestnut Street
Waltham, MA 02453

Phone: 781-899-1344 (voice) 781-899-8555 (TTY)
Fax: (781) 899-2197

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Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Organization: Greater Waltham ARC

For over 50 years, GWARC has been providing services each year to over 600 people in the following areas: day programs, vocational programming, transitional services and recreation.

GWARC’s Day Habilitation Program serves adults with developmental, physical and other disabilities who are able to benefit from a structured program that focuses on increasing functional skill development with therapeutic and health supports provided in varied environments. Equipment is adapted or modified by program consultants to enable the participants to use materials as independently as possible. Using a comprehensive assessment of each participant’s unique skills, preference and learning style, the GWARC team develops detailed service plans that include an individualized schedule of daily training and therapeutic activities that are implemented across program environments.

GWARC’s Employment, Plus and Transitions (EPT) Program is multi-faceted and works with school-aged children in Waltham and adults in the greater Waltham area. Program components for adults include: independent supported employment, supported employment at work sites located on college campuses, work opportunities at an agency-owned business and a life skills training program. Additionally, GWARC has a contract with Waltham Public Schools to provide a variety of job-related transition skills to students aged 13-22.

GWARC provides recreation activities for children, adolescents and adults that maximize community inclusion in Waltham and surrounding towns. Year round adult programs are planned at GWARC facilities or at community sites. Children’s services are provided in collaboration with the Waltham and Newton Recreation Departments, the Waltham YMCA and the Waltham Boys and Girls Club. Also, an inclusive summer camp is run that enables children to attend various community camps in Waltham. GWARC also enters a team comprised of adults and children into Special Olympics each year.

GWARC is a 501-3(c) agency that is funded through DDS, DMA, Mass Rehab Commission and MAB. GWARC is accredited by CARF, DDS Survey and Certification and DMA. Programs serve the greater Waltham area including, but not limited to, Waltham, Watertown, Newton, Lexington and Somerville. GWARC plans excellent programs that are based on consumer choice, family/guardian input and community support and that provide community involvement and inclusive opportunities. You are invited to contact Roslynn Rubin, Ed.D, GWARC’s CEO for further information or to schedule a tour of GWARC programs.