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The Massachusetts Coalition of Families and Advocates for the Retarded, Inc. __________________________________________________ COFAR's June 2008 Newsletter is now available online. Track the FY09 State Budget Debate On the COFAR Blog Read and Download State House Stroll positions on our Publications page COFAR joins coalition for State Senate Bill 802, enabling more disabled people to testify as victims or witnesses of crimes. Fox 25 News story on abuse in DMR group homes Our Mission: COFAR is a statewide, nonprofit organization that advocates for choice in, and access to comprehensive and high-quality care for persons with mental retardation. Through the efforts of our family members and volunteers, we advocate for adequate funding and staffing for residential and other programs provided by the Department of Mental Retardation. We also provide advocacy information and advice to families and guardians of those with mental retardation, wherever they may live. To be on our Mailing List and receive action alerts, notices, and updates, please click here |



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