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Rights are universal, but justice grows stronger when every voice is invited into the conversation.


Grateful for our community partners, staff, and education!
This season, we are thankful for YOU - for your advocacy, your support, and your belief in a community where everyone belongs. Â We are especially grateful for our COMMUNITY PARTNERS Â - organizations, agencies, families, volunteers, supporters, and champions - who walk alongside us throughout the year. Your collaboration strengthens our work, expands opportunities for people with disabilities, and helps build a more inclusive community. Together, we make meaningful progress,
Rachel Hafner
4 days ago1 min read
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Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Accounts
An ABLE account is a savings and/or investment option for people with disabilities who qualify. Living with a disability is expensive. These accounts allow individuals to save and invest money for disability-related expenses without losing eligibility for many federally funded benefits. Individuals are eligible to open an ABLE account if their disability began before age 26* and they meet the required severity of disability in one of two ways: they are receiving Supplemental
Rachel Hafner
4 days ago2 min read
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Food Resources - Grand Forks, ND and East Grand Forks, MN
If you are struggling to buy food for yourself or your family, food pantries are great places to help supplement your meals and connect you with caring neighbors and community resources. Before visiting, it’s best to call ahead—each pantry has its own hours and eligibility requirements. When you go, be prepared to bring: A photo ID (such as a driver’s license or state ID) Proof of address (like a utility bill or lease) Proof of income or assistance benefits (for example, SNAP
Rachel Hafner
4 days ago2 min read
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Protect Students with Disabilities
In light of recent events at the U.S. Department of Education and actions that threaten the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and the rights of more than 8 million children with disabilities, The Arc Upper Valley proudly joined disability allies, advocates, parents, and educators from across the state and country for a grassroots virtual Town Hall on November 4, 2025. Together, we discussed ways to use our collective voice to urge the Administration and Congress to sup
Rachel Hafner
4 days ago1 min read
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