The Arc of Blackstone Valley

The Arc of Blackstone Valley Supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Northern Rhode Island

The Arc of Blackstone Valley, founded in 1955, is the principle service organization for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Blackstone Valley area. The agency currently employs approximately 250 individuals and serves close to 300 adults including residents of the Arc's properties and consumers of its supportive services. The Arc offers residential and family services a

s well as vocational, therapeutic, recreational and advocacy programs. These services are provided through programs that operate throughout the organization's service area.

The artists at Flying Shuttles Studio are in need of fabric and frames! 🧵🖼️Your donations help our artists create and di...
08/11/2026

The artists at Flying Shuttles Studio are in need of fabric and frames! 🧵🖼️

Your donations help our artists create and display their work. Thank you for supporting creativity and inclusion!

Donations can be shipped to or dropped off at our studio. We gladly accept new and gently used materials.

390 Pine Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Monday - Friday
9 AM - 3 PM

07/31/2026

People are surprised by Taylor’s life, but they shouldn’t be. Taylor has a full-time job, two graduate degrees, her own home, and gives back to her community. She also has a disability. Too often, assumptions are made about what people with disabilities can or can’t do. But when people with disabilities have real opportunities, support, and inclusion, our communities are stronger. That’s why this year’s Disability Pride Month theme, “The World Works Better With Us,” matters. Because people with disabilities are a vital part of every community.

07/29/2026

Kyle shares what Disability Pride Month means to him: "People with disabilities are just like you. We want a job, we want a family, we want a purpose in life." That’s why this year’s theme, “The World Works Better With Us,” is so important. Because a better world includes all of us.

07/28/2026

Danny had a good time shooting pool at Pawtucket Patriot Bar & Grill! 🎱😎

07/24/2026

Danny, Tony, and Earl had a great day at Capron Park Zoo! 🦁
With support from Samson and Iorpu, they got to see lemurs, lions, and more!

07/23/2026

This year’s Disability Pride Month theme is “The World Works Better With Us.” Carson, who has cerebral palsy, shares what that means to him: “There are many different kinds of disabilities, but we are just as human as you. We deserve to live independently, be active in our community, receive education, vote, and so much more, just like everyone else.”

07/22/2026

Ron, Tom, Damon, Scott, Joe, and Ray had a great day at Wheeler Beach with the support of Delsi! 🏖️☀️
Wheeler Beach is beautiful, fun, and accessible. With new ramps, accessible mats, and free to use beach wheelchairs, anyone can have an awesome beach day!

July is Disability Pride Month, and this year’s theme is “The World Works Better With Us.” Chosen by people with disabil...
07/21/2026

July is Disability Pride Month, and this year’s theme is “The World Works Better With Us.” Chosen by people with disabilities nationwide, it’s a reminder that when people with disabilities are included, respected, and supported, communities work better for everyone.
Want simple ways to celebrate and take action? Start here: https://bit.ly/DisabilityPrideBlog .

Our offices, including Flying Shuttles Studio , are closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of the holiday. We wish yo...
07/02/2026

Our offices, including Flying Shuttles Studio , are closed on Friday, July 3rd, in observance of the holiday. We wish you all a safe, happy, and healthy celebration weekend!

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500 Prospect Street
Pawtucket, RI
02860

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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