The Arc of the South Shore, a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities, recently announced that George Toma of Hull, Massachusetts, has been named chair of the Board of Directors.
In this role, Toma, along with other members of the Board, will assist in overseeing the direction of the nonprofit that has helped more than 85,000 people throughout its 71-year history.
Toma is CEO of George Washington Toma TV & Appliance, a family-owned business since 1953 with locations throughout Brockton and East Weymouth. He has been a member of The Arc of South Shore Board of Directors since April 2012, most recently serving as vice chair.
“We have come to rely on George’s knowledge, wisdom, and dedication to our mission, all characteristics essential to the pivotal post of board chair,” said Abigail Parrilla, CEO of The Arc of the South Shore. “We thank him for taking on this role, and appreciate his leadership and guidance.”
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.
