The Arc of the South Shore Launches LEGO Social Builders Program for Autistic Adults – Encourages Creativity, Confidence, and Connection

WEYMOUTH, MA, ISSUED JULY 30, 2026…The Arc of the South Shore, a family-oriented, community-based non-profit providing information, referrals, and community programs for individuals with disabilities, now celebrating its 75th year recently held the inaugural session of its LEGO Social Builders program, a new initiative offered through the Autism Supports Department.

Designed specifically for autistic adults, LEGO Social Builders encourages creativity, confidence and social connection through a variety of engaging activities, such as open building, guided LEGO challenges, and the use of innovative tools like Brickit, an application that scans loose LEGO bricks and suggests new builds to bring ideas to life.

Using donated and recycled LEGO bricks, participants can explore their creativity in a calm, inclusive, and sensory-friendly space. The program also provides valuable respite for caregivers, knowing that their loved ones are participating in a community experience that is fun, engaging, and enriching.

“What a wonderful turnout we had for our first LEGO Social Builders session,” said Elizabeth Sandblom, CEO of The Arc of the South Shore. “It was inspiring to see participants connect, collaborate, and express themselves through this exciting initiative. We look forward to many more sessions in the months ahead.”

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. Throughout their 75-year history, they have helped more than 100,000 people

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