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RARA Adult Recreation Programs

RARA - Recreational Adult Resource Association

Lowell, Massachusetts - Middlesex County

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May 28, 2026

Area

Merrimack Valley

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295 High Street, Lowell, MA 01852

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Provider overview

RARA in Lowell provides recreational activities and social opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities, from age 18 through senior citizens.

RARA is a Lowell nonprofit focused on recreational programs and social activities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Quick facts

Ages
Adults with intellectual disabilities from age 18 through senior citizens
Season
Recreation programs and events by RARA calendar
Cost
Families and adult participants should confirm membership, intake, fees, transportation, event costs, and current program availability with RARA.

Location contacts

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RARA

295 High Street, Lowell, MA 01852

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Programs and offerings

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Program details found
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Adult recreation and social programs

Merrimack Valley recreational programs and events for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Ages
Adults with intellectual disabilities from age 18 through senior citizens
Season
Recreation programs and events by RARA calendar
Schedule
The source links to events and programs and describes recreational activities for adults with intellectual disabilities in Lowell.
Cost
Families and adult participants should confirm membership, intake, fees, transportation, event costs, and current program availability with RARA.
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Last checked
May 28, 2026
Why this is listed
The official RARA website says RARA is a nonprofit founded in 1968 with a mission to enrich the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities through recreational programs, and says it provides activities for approximately 125 developmentally challenged adults from age 18 through senior citizens in Lowell.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Adult recreation and social programs

The official RARA website says RARA is a nonprofit founded in 1968 with a mission to enrich the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities through recreational programs, and says it provides activities for approximately 125 developmentally challenged adults from age 18 through senior citizens in Lowell.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: RARA describes Recreational Adult Resource Association, nonprofit, adults with intellectual disabilities, recreational programs, activities, approximately 125 developmentally challenged adults, age 18 through senior citizens, volunteers, events calendar, programs, Lowell, phone, email, and address.

Access notes to confirm: Adults, families, and support teams should confirm eligibility, intake, costs, transportation, supervision, communication supports, mobility access, sensory needs, restroom access, event locations, caregiver participation, and whether programs are currently accepting participants.

What we checked

What we found: The official RARA website says RARA is a nonprofit founded in 1968 with a mission to enrich the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities through recreational programs, and says it provides activities for approximately 125 developmentally challenged adults from age 18 through senior citizens in Lowell.

We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.

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What to confirm

  • Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
  • Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
  • Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.

Questions to ask before you register

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  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is RARA Adult Recreation Programs reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with RARA - Recreational Adult Resource Association?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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