Lifeworks is an Affiliate of The Arc of the United States and a partner and member of The Arc of Massachusetts. There are many opportunities to advocate through The Arc and with us at Lifeworks! We have a self-advocacy group, human rights committees and organize several trips to the Massachusetts Statehouse each year. Please join our mailing list and follow us on social media to get involved with the latest advocacy efforts!
The Arc of the United States Action Center and Advocacy Page https://p2a.co/lRPDZ5C. The Arc of Massachusetts Advocacy Page.
Check out the Arc MA Rally for the Disability Community which was on Friday:
2023-24 ANNUAL APPEAL
You Can Make a Difference in the lives of the people we serve with a donation that helps our agency make a difference!
Join us by supporting Lifeworks with a donation today! 2023-24 Fall-Winter Annual Appeal letter
Transforming Lives, One Gift at a Time: Planned Giving at Lifeworks
Lifeworks is committed to making a profound difference in the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including autism. For over 70 years, Lifeworks has been at the forefront of providing unwavering support, innovative services, life-enriching programs, and inclusive activities to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives and achieve their fullest potential.
By choosing to make a planned gift to Lifeworks, you are making a profound and lasting investment in the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. You are leaving a legacy that matters. Planned gifts are a way for you to help expand our reach, develop innovative programs, and provide essential resources that empower individuals to reach their full potential, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for growth and connection.
As we continue to fulfill our mission, we recognize that our work is made possible through the generosity of individuals like you who share our vision for a more inclusive world. Planned Giving is a meaningful and enduring way to support Lifeworks’ mission, ensuring that our vital programs and services continue to thrive for generations to come.
The Forsberg Beautification Program (FBP) was created in partnership with the Forsberg family, Lifeworks, Inc., and The Arc of South Norfolk in memory of Jane Forsberg. Jane served as an early President of The Arc of South Norfolk, and dedicated years to The Arc’s Human Rights Committee. She was devoted to ensuring that the support and services we provide for people with disabilities are exceptional. Through that, Jane became a huge proponent of advocacy, community interaction, and cared how things looked, specifically the homes and buildings. With these three components in mind, the fund was created with a desire to support and create a welcoming environment for people of all disabilities.
To contribute to the Forsberg Beautification Program, please click on this link to support FBP with a credit card. If you would like to mail a check, please make your check payable to “Lifeworks” and send to Director of Development, 789 Clapboardtree Street, Westwood, MA 02090. Please note in the memo that you would like this donation to go toward the Forsberg Beautification Projects (FBP) fund. We will notify the family of all donations.
Founded in 2019, the Forsberg Beautification Program has already supported a wreath making program and funded a new stone wall meticulously designed and built by John Murtagh. We’ve started to work on creating raised garden beds and flower boxes at Lifeworks residences. At our Westwood location, the vegetables from our garden are utilized for cooking classes. Your support will help continue and expand our current projects and create new programs/beautification projects for our participants.
Shopping on Amazon? Please select Lifeworks, Inc. in Westwood as your Amazon Smile charity of choice. All proceeds go toward our programs, thank you for shopping! Each agency or non-profit organization has a unique charity link, ours is: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/22-2512887
Make a tax deductible donation in support of our Annual Fund. The Lifeworks Annual Fund supports all of our programs and services. Monthly donations can be made automatically and you will receive a report of your total giving at the end of the year. These gifts enhance all of the programs that we provide for people with disabilities. To set up a monthly gift, please click here. Lifeworks. We can also be found on Network for Good and Candid. We have recently received a Platinum Seal from Candid for 2023.
Kathy has been an active participant in Lifeworks’ programs since 1962. Kathy and her housemates have been able to directly benefit from the tomato garden that she helped to plant at her residence, funded by the FBP. She and her housemates were able to tend the garden and cook with the fresh tomatoes. Kathy also enjoys daily walks, Diet Coke, spending time with her housemates, and attending The Arc and Lifeworks’ events.
For Career Opportunities for Lifeworks, please see our Join our Team page, or go to Indeed.org for all of our job descriptions.
Please send your information, with the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email to careers@lifeworksarc.org.
Preference given to college Junior or Senior or Graduate Students, with a Major in Special Education or a related field. Preference will be given to (1) applicants who have not previously received one of these scholarships and (2) applicants who have a strong connection to the geographic area served by Lifeworks. Questions? Please reach out to development@lifeworksarc.org.
Joining forces with Lifeworks as a Community Collaborator: Are you Willing to Make a Positive Impact in the Lives of Individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities?
Community Collaborators have played a huge role in cultivating many programs and opportunities for the over 2,400 individuals we serve at Lifeworks. We offer services and support that can empower individuals and their families from childhood into adulthood.
In order to continue building bridges to new possibilities, we will highlight the valuable bonds that have bought us here today. Additionally, we will establish new connections that provide inclusive empowerment and engaging resources in the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including autism.
Visibility and Marketing Opportunities:
Longterm Relationship Building:
Collaborations that have helped uphold our mission:
Wegman’s Supermarkets:
Marylin Rodman Performing Arts Center:
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