The Arc of the South Shore, a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities, today announced Candace Thomas of Norwood, Massachusetts, as a member of its Board of Directors.
In this capacity, she, along with other members of the Board, will assist in overseeing the direction of the non-profit that has helped more than 100,000 people throughout its 72-year history.
Thomas is Vice President, Recruiter in Talent Acquisition for Eastern Bank, enlisting individual talent for corporate positions and special projects for Diversity Hiring within the company.
She currently serves as one of the co-chairs of the Black Professionals Alliance at Eastern Bank and is a member of the Disability Alliance.
Thomas obtained a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Endicott College, with a concentration in human services and received a Master of Science degree in management, dual concentration in human resources management and project management, from Lasell University. In addition, she is a third-year student at Nova Southeastern University, pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in conflict analysis and resolution. Thomas is also a fellow with the Meditation Group in Brookline, MA, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion practices within mediation.
“It is a pleasure to welcome Candace as a member of our board of directors,” said Abigail Parrilla, CEO of The Arc of the South Shore. “She is a true professional with strong advocacy skills; we thank her for joining us in our mission to empower families and individuals of all ages with disabilities to reach their fullest potential.”
About the Arc of the South Shore, Inc.
The Arc of the South Shore (The Arc) was founded in 1951 when a group of individuals created a school for children with disabilities. Then, in 1967, The Arc was deeded property at Webb State Park in Weymouth; the space gave the agency a permanent home and the opportunity to expand. By the end of the 1980s, The Arc became a multi-service agency. Today, The Arc is a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities.
These services include an Autism Resource Center, early intervention program, community supports, employment services, day supports and habilitation programs, in-home care, and residential services. All of their programs are based on their six core values of people first, community, transparency, self-determination, diversity, and respect. The Arc serves participants from communities throughout the South Shore, including Abington, Milton, Quincy, Randolph, Braintree, Weymouth, Hingham, Hull, Cohasset, Scituate, and Norwell. Through their 72-year history, they have helped more than 100,000 people.
