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  • School Closure & Special Education Rights for Massachusetts Families: Update on COVID-19

    The Special Needs Advocacy Network of Massachusetts has created a Free Webinar featuring legal and educational experts from across the Commonwealth sharing updates on special education procedures, law and more.   The webinar, titled “Update on COVID-19: School Closure and …Read More »

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March 3 (Wednesday)
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Special-Education Forums for Parents in Western Mass
Special-Education Forums for Parents in Western Mass
Mar 3 – Apr 21 all-day
Virtual Events, through April 21st, 2021, with the Pathlight Group of Western MA.  Join Karen Serra, Director of Family Empowerment and Autism Connections, and Nancy Farnsworth, Education Advocate at Autism Connections. This is a facilitated[...]
March 27 (Saturday)
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Massachusetts Sibling Support Network Photo Contest
Massachusetts Sibling Support Network Photo Contest
Mar 27 – Apr 30 all-day
Throughout Massachusetts – through April 30th, 2021. In honor of April being National Sibling Month, the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network is holding a photo contest. * They are asking special needs siblings to send them[...]
April 4 (Sunday)
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Fellowships in Boston For Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Family Members
Fellowships in Boston For Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Family Members
Apr 4 – Apr 29 all-day
Submission Deadlines for both April 29th 2021, with the the Institute for Community Inclusion of Massachusetts. Individuals with developmental disabilities and family members are invited to apply for two part-time PAID disability fellowships that begin[...]
April 14 (Wednesday)
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Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Apr 14 – May 12 all-day
Online, Session 2 is April 14th – May 12th 2021, with Mass Families and Multicultural Community Services. Creating Your Family Portfolio is a free interactive multi-session training designed to help families develop a vision for a[...]
April 15 (Thursday)
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Miracle League Baseball in Western Massachusetts
Miracle League Baseball in Western Massachusetts
Apr 15 – May 24 all-day
Chicopee – Registration closes April 24th for the June 6th – 27th, 2021 season. Open to all current and prospective players ages 4 – 19 with a cognitive and/or physical disability. 2021 COVID-19 Update. *[...]
April 17 (Saturday)
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Autism Conference for Parents & Professionals: Beverly
Autism Conference for Parents & Professionals: Beverly
Apr 17 all-day
Virtual Conference, April 17th, 2021, with Endicott College of Beverly, MA. Free. For families of individuals diagnosed with autism and BCBA professionals, find current and practical information about living with autism. Key Note Speaker: Leslie[...]
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Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
Apr 17 all-day
On-line training, April 17th, 2021, with Mass Families Organizing for Change. Free. The Central Region invites families who speak Spanish and are caring for children who are eligible and likely eligible for services from the[...]
April 20 (Tuesday)
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Hispanic Parent Support Group / Grupo de apoyo para padres hispanos
Hispanic Parent Support Group / Grupo de apoyo para padres hispanos
Apr 20 all-day
Webinar, April 20th, 2021, 10:00 a.m., Virtual Hispanic Family Support Group Social with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. Providing hope for children with mental health needs and their families through education, advocacy, outreach[...]
April 22 (Thursday)
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Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA
Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA
Apr 22 all-day
Webinar, April 22nd, 2021, with Mass Match of Easter Seals Massachusetts. Free. Working in this rapidly changing and challenging environment requires us to adapt quickly. * This will be a two part training to discuss[...]
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Ask Me Anything About Marijuana, CBD & Mental Health
Ask Me Anything About Marijuana, CBD & Mental Health
Apr 22 all-day
Webinar April 22, 2021, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. The brain is a complicated organ. When introduced to substances, its functions can be either enhanced or impaired. * While every person’s response to marijuana or[...]
April 26 (Monday)
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Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Webinar: Raising Expectations for Better Futures
Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Webinar: Raising Expectations for Better Futures
Apr 26 all-day
Mondays, Spring, 12 noon. Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Updates “Leo Live” Webinars, with Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide weekly summaries on what has been accomplished and/or resolved on the Federal and state[...]
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Friendships on the Autism Spectrum
Friendships on the Autism Spectrum
Apr 26 all-day
Webinar, April 26th, 2021, with the Pilgrim Area Collaborative of Plymouth, MA. Hear Patricia Menzel, an adult with Autism will discuss, Ausome Connections, which is a dynamic, engaging look into friendships on the autism spectrum.[...]
April 27 (Tuesday)
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Down-Syndrome Autism Connection with the MDSC
Down-Syndrome Autism Connection with the MDSC
Apr 27 all-day
Virtual Support Group, April 27th, 2021. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder. *  The DSAC invites all families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families[...]
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Effective Communication with the School Team
Effective Communication with the School Team
Apr 27 all-day
Webinar, April 27th,2021, with the Weymouth, MA, SEPAC . Free workshop from the Federation for Children with special needs, for parents, guardians, caregivers, and professionals. This presentation describes how to be an effective communicator, explains[...]
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Help! My Kid Doesn’t Want to Go to School!
Help! My Kid Doesn't Want to Go to School!
Apr 27 all-day
Webinar, April 27th, 2021, with a Massachusetts based consultant. Free workshop open to the community.  Help! My Kid Doesn’t Want to Go to School! will cover what to do when kids have major morning meltdowns,[...]
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Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids
Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids
Apr 27 all-day
Webinar, April 27th, 2021, 7:00 pm, with UMass Boston. Presenter Kathleen M Bambrick, LICSW Director of Training and Social worker, Aspire Health Alliance, will discuss parents managing their child’s stress (and perhaps parents’ too) about returning[...]
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What Do Families Need to Know About 51As & CRAs During The Pandemic?
What Do Families Need to Know About 51As & CRAs During The Pandemic?
Apr 27 all-day
Webinar, April 27th, 2021, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs. A 51A report is generated when DCF receives a report of alleged abuse and/or neglect of a child somewhere in Massachusetts. A CRAs[...]
April 28 (Wednesday)
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Neuropsychological Evaluations: What Are They & What to Look for in an Evaluator?
Neuropsychological Evaluations: What Are They & What to Look for in an Evaluator?
Apr 28 all-day
Webinar, April 28th, 2021,10:30 am with a Newton- based support organization. For parents and educators. This workshop will explain what a neuropsychological evaluation is, how it can be a vehicle to getting the appropriate supports[...]
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NOW What? How to Manage Emotions During Uncertain Times
NOW What? How to Manage Emotions During Uncertain Times
Apr 28 all-day
Webinar, April 28th, 2021, with The Health Departments from Bedford, Carlisle and Concord, collaborators from the Bedford Public Schools Counseling Department and the Center for Parents and Teachers. * For parents and caregivers of High[...]
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The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence
The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence
Apr 28 all-day
Webinar, April 28th, 2021, with the Children’s Museum in Acton. Hear author Jessica Lahey speak about substance abuse prevention—based on her research in child welfare, psychology, substance abuse, and developmental neuroscience—and provide evidence-based strategies and[...]
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What is an Acquired Brain Injury?
What is an Acquired Brain Injury?
Apr 28 all-day
Webinar, April 28th, 2021, with The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts offers an introductory educational series regarding Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) via a Zoom platform. * These presentations have[...]
April 29 (Thursday)
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“Autism Connections” Conference in Western Mass
"Autism Connections" Conference in Western Mass
Apr 29 all-day
Virtual Conference, April 29th, 2021  with Autism Connections of Easthampton & Pittsfield,  MA. The 30th Annual Autism Conference – Managing a Changing World, is for professionals, educators, and families. * The morning keynote speaker will[...]
April 30 (Friday)
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Applying for Housing for People with Disabilities in Massachusetts
Applying for Housing for People with Disabilities in Massachusetts
Apr 30 all-day
Webinar, April 30th, 2021, 10:00 a.m., with Autism Housing Pathways of Massachusetts.  Free and open to the public. This presentation walks families and professionals through the range of affordable and subsidized housing options available to[...]
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Autism & Divorce
Autism & Divorce
Apr 30 all-day
Webinar, April 30th, 2021, 10:30 a.m. with a Massachusetts’ based special needs planning firm. A free educational workshop open to any family and / or organization. * Panel discussion of elements involved in divorce when a[...]
May 1 (Saturday)
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Social Thinking & Social Skills During Covid
Social Thinking & Social Skills During Covid
May 1 all-day
Webinar, March 6th, 2021, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress and the 3-21 Foundation of Burlington, MA. Our social thinking and social skills directly impact how others feel about us. This impacts how we are treated,[...]
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Visual Impairment “In This Together” Virtual Conference
Visual Impairment "In This Together" Virtual Conference
May 1 all-day
Online, May 1st, 2021, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Free. The Early Connections Virtual Conference is designed for families of children with visual impairment, birth to 7 years old, and the[...]
May 2 (Sunday)
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Project RIDE “Tune Up” Day
Project RIDE "Tune Up" Day
May 2 – Jun 29 all-day
Springfield, May 2nd, in-person at the JCC Springfield. Project RIDE stands for Recreation, Independence, Development and Equipment. * Project RIDE provides special-needs children and young adults with modified tricycles and information about adaptive sports programs[...]
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Project RIDE “Tune Up” Day
Project RIDE "Tune Up" Day
May 2 all-day
Springfield, May 2nd, in-person at the JCC Springfield. Project RIDE stands for Recreation, Independence, Development and Equipment. * Project RIDE provides special-needs children and young adults with modified tricycles and information about adaptive sports programs[...]
May 3 (Monday)
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Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium
Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium
May 3 – May 4 all-day
Virtual Conference, May 3rd & 4th, 2021. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Speech-Language[...]
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NOW What? How to Manage Emotions During Uncertain Times
NOW What? How to Manage Emotions During Uncertain Times
May 3 all-day
Webinar, May 3rd, 2021, with The Health Departments from Bedford, Carlisle and Concord, collaborators from the Bedford Public Schools Counseling Department and the Center for Parents and Teachers. * For parents and caregivers of PreK[...]
May 5 (Wednesday)
Tickets
Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids
Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids
May 5 all-day
Webinar, May 5th, 2021, 6:00 pm, with UMass Boston. Presenter Kathleen M Bambrick, LICSW Director of Training and Social worker, Aspire Health Alliance, will discuss parents managing their child’s stress (and perhaps parents’ too) about[...]
May 6 (Thursday)
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Arc of Massachusetts Webinar: COVID 19 updates
Arc of Massachusetts Webinar: COVID 19 updates
May 6 all-day
Webinar, May 6th,  2021, Part of the Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Updates “Latest Policies & Departmental News” Webinars, with Arc of Massachusetts Director of Government Affairs Maura Sullivan. Join Maura for updates on the latest[...]
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Connecting Special Needs Families: Back to School
Connecting Special Needs Families: Back to School
May 6 all-day
Webinar, May 6th, 2021, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Back to School’ is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs. * Join in for an opportunity to talk with[...]
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Connecting Special Needs Families: Back to School – In Spanish
Connecting Special Needs Families: Back to School - In Spanish
May 6 all-day
Webinar, Mayo 6th, conthe Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Back to School  – Conectando familias: Monthly Charla. * ¿Qué tienes en mente para la reapertura de las escuelas? Únete a nosotros mensualmente para[...]
May 11 (Tuesday)
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Are Sensory Sensitivities Interfering with Learning? Strategies for Evaluation & Treatment
Are Sensory Sensitivities Interfering with Learning? Strategies for Evaluation & Treatment
May 11 all-day
Webinar, May 11, 2021, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Sensory sensitivities can interfere with education in many ways from having difficulty getting dressed, to standing in lines, to tolerating noisy lunchrooms, to trying to concentrate[...]
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Family Mental Health During Covid-19 – Explore Summer Survival Options
Family Mental Health During Covid-19 - Explore Summer Survival Options
May 11 all-day
Virtual Support Group, May 11th, 2021, 5:30 p.m., with the the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts –  Free. In collaboration with EEC, Winchendon Public School, You Inc., Luk, GCAT, and Project Apples/Leominster CFCE. *[...]
May 12 (Wednesday)
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Optimizing Outcomes for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Optimizing Outcomes for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
May 12 all-day
Webinar, May 12th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Department of Public Health and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Free. This webinar will be presented by Dr. Barbara[...]
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Planning for 2 Generations Workshop
Planning for 2 Generations Workshop
May 12 all-day
Webinar, May 12, 2021, with the Autism Alliance of Natick, MA. Many children with a disability must be supported their entire lives, even long after their parents have died. Go beyond the limited boundaries of[...]
May 13 (Thursday)
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Basic Rights in Special Education – Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights in Special Education - Understanding the IEP
May 13 all-day
Webinar, May 13th, 2021, with the Waltham, MA, SEPAC. Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support of suspected special needs. * This[...]
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What a Neuropsychological Evaluation Covers
What a Neuropsychological Evaluation Covers
May 13 all-day
Webinar, May 13th, 2021, 6 p.m., with the Parent / Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Are you wondering what a neuropsychological evaluation covers? Does your child struggle in school and you are not sure if[...]
May 15 (Saturday)
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Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
May 15 all-day
On-line training, May 15th, 2021, with Mass Families Organizing for Change. Free. The Central Region invites families who speak Spanish and are caring for children who are eligible and likely eligible for services from the[...]
May 19 (Wednesday)
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The Intersection Between Language-Based Disabilities & Social Emotional Challenge
The Intersection Between Language-Based Disabilities & Social Emotional Challenge
May 19 all-day
Webinar, May 19th, 2021, with a learning disability support school based in Newton, MA. Open to the public. Topic details TBA. * About the Speakers: * Maureen Austin; LMHC, is a Counselor at Learning Prep[...]
May 20 (Thursday)
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How to Communicate with Persons with Acquired Brain Injury
How to Communicate with Persons with Acquired Brain Injury
May 20 all-day
Webinar, May 20, 2021, with The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts offers an introductory educational series regarding Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) via a Zoom platform. * These presentations have[...]
May 21 (Friday)
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Faith & Mental Health Conference
Faith & Mental Health Conference
May 21 all-day
Virtual Event, May 21st, 2021, with the International OCD Foundation in Boston, MA. Free. Navigating Anxiety in Diverse Faith-Based Communities is the The International OCD Foundation’s first Faith and Mental Health Conference. This event was started[...]
May 25 (Tuesday)
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Anti-Bullying Training Massachusetts Families with Special Needs
Anti-Bullying Training Massachusetts Families with Special Needs
May 25 all-day
Webinar, May 25th, 2021, 6 p.m., with Massachusetts Families and the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Part of the free Special Education Webinar Series for Massachusetts Families * This workshop will address the significant[...]
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How One Girl’s Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed the World
How One Girl’s Fight for Americans with Disabilities Changed the World
May 25 all-day
Webinar, May 25th, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. For elementary and middle school students and their caregivers. Celebrated disability rights activist and author Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins will share her book, “All the Way to the[...]
May 26 (Wednesday)
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Chronic Marijuana Use In Teens: “What’s the Big Deal?”
Chronic Marijuana Use In Teens: “What’s the Big Deal?”
May 26 all-day
Webinar, May 26th, 2021, with a Family Support Agency in Massachusetts. This workshop will focus on how to engage youth in an exploration of their use without increasing defensiveness. * Explore the impact of chronic[...]
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Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
May 26 – Jun 23 all-day
Online, Session 3 is May 26th – June 23rd, 2021, with Mass Families and Multicultural Community Services. Creating Your Family Portfolio is a free interactive multi-session training designed to help families develop a vision for a[...]
May 27 (Thursday)
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Early Childhood Development – Attachment & Complex Trauma
Early Childhood Development - Attachment & Complex Trauma
May 27 – May 28 all-day
Webinars, February 25th & 26th, 2021, with Massachusetts Act Early. Free. Massachusetts Act Early aims to educate parents and professionals about healthy childhood development, early warning signs of autism and other developmental disorders, the importance[...]
June 4 (Friday)
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Massachusetts’ Family Mental-Health Conference
Massachusetts' Family Mental-Health Conference
Jun 4 all-day
Virtual Event, June 4th, 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. The Parent Professional’s Advocacy League’s family mental health conference is for all involved in family mental health challenges support and recovery for all[...]
June 5 (Saturday)
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Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers
Jun 5 all-day
On-line training, June 5th, 2021, with Mass Families Organizing for Change. Free. The Central Region invites families who speak Spanish and are caring for children who are eligible and likely eligible for services from the[...]
August 3 (Tuesday)
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Estate Planning for Special Needs
Estate Planning for Special Needs
Aug 3 all-day
Webinar, August 3rd, 2021, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]
November 4 (Thursday)
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“A View from All Sides” Virtual Family Support Training Conference
"A View from All Sides" Virtual Family Support Training Conference
Nov 4 all-day
Online November 4th, 2021. Registration will open in May 2021. This annual Family Support Training Conference offers learn from top experts in the field, meet colleagues from all over New England, earn Social Work and[...]
March – November 2021 Mar – Nov 2021

Transition to Adult Programs

Employment for People with Special Needs and Disabilities in Massachusetts DI 5251600027

  • Transition Planning for Adulthood Using the IEP

    Webinar, April 1st, 2021, 6:30 p.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of the Transition Boot Camp Spring 2021 Webinar Series to …Read More »
  • Virtual Enrichment Program for Blind & Visually Impaired High School Students

    Online Info Session, April 1st, 2021, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Compass is a nine-month virtual enrichment program for blind and visually …Read More »

  • Boundaries & Relationships for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs

    On Line, April 5th – June 12th, 2021,  with Whole Children of Hadley, MA. For ages 16+ with special needs. Want to make a friend? Get a date?  This class …Read More »
  • Lesley University Threshold Program Virtual Open House for Diverse Learners

    Virtual Information Session, May 3rd, 2021, 4 – 6 p.m., 2020, with Lesley University Threshold Program in Cambridge, MA. This virtual open house will offer young adults with diverse learning …Read More »

  • Self-Advocacy for Ages 16+ with Disabilities

    March 27, 2021
    Virtual Classes, April 5th – June 12th, 2021, with Whole Children of Hadley, MA. For teens and young adults with disabilities in Western Massachusetts.Self-Advocacy is a …Read More »
  • Self-Directed Disability Services with the DDS

    March 26, 2021
    Webinar Series, April 6th *& 28th, and through June 30th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Join interactive discussions aboutexpanding choices and control in …Read More »

  • LGBTQIA+ Group for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs in Western Mass

    Virtual Classes, April 5th – June 12th, 2021, with Whole Children of Hadley, Mass. LGBTQIA+ Group is a place where you can meet other folks your …Read More »
  • Virtual Support for Parents of Adults Usually in a Day Program

    Zoom Support Meetings, Wednesdays , April 7 – 28th, 2021, with a Peabody-based support center.  For parents and families of individuals that usually attend a Day …Read More »
  • Self Advocacy Group For Young Adults

    Virtual Group, Thursday, April 8th, 6 p.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Self Advocacy Group for Ages 18ish – 35ish with special needs.* …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 102” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online Groups, April 8th & 22nd, or the second and fourth Thursday of each month, with the with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA.* …Read More »
  • Sharing Space for Siblings During COVID-19 -Adult Siblings Virtual Get Together

    Virtual Event, April 13th, 2021, 7:00 PM,  with The Brockton Area Arc and the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network. Join in on their Sharing Space for adult …Read More »
  • JVS Transitions-to-Work Program For Young Adults with Disabilities in Massachusetts

    Virtual Training, April 13th,  2021, with JVS Boston. Free. Prepare for a paid job and receive 1:1 Job Placement services. * April 13th Topic:  Food Industry …Read More »
  • Disability Benefits in Massachusetts & Transition Age Youth

    Webinars, April 14th & May 5th, 2021. Hosted by the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Disability Services, the Institute for Community Inclusion of Boston, and Work Without Limits …Read More »
  • Special-Needs Regional Transition Fair: Marlboro / Northboro Areas

    Virtual Event, April 15th, 2021, with the Marlboro / Northboro Public Schools. . For students age 13-22, family members, and professionals. Hear from State Agencies and …Read More »
  • B.A.D. Online Groups for Young Men with Disabilities in Massachusetts

    Virtual Groups, April 15th & 29th, with Easter Seals Massachusetts. Brothers Against Discrimination (B.A.D.): Empowering Young Men With Disabilities is a mentoring program for teens and …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 101” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online, April 15th, 2021, or the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month, with the with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. * This …Read More »
  • Project Explore for Teens Ages 16-19

    Virtual Series, April 18th & Spring 2021, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress. The MDSC AIM groups is offering this Project Explore program for  teens ages …Read More »
  • Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+ with Special Needs

    Webinar April 18th, 2021, with Thrive Advocacy of Marlborough, MA. For ages 18+ with special needs. Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships – …Read More »
  • Parent Peer Support & Information Sharing For Transition Aged Youth

    Webinar Support, April 21st, 2021, 6 p.m.,  With the Parent Professional Advocacy League’s Parents of Transition Age Youth with Mental Health Challenges Support Group.* Family Network Social Parents …Read More »
  • Barriers That May Hinder the Development of Independent Living of People with Disabilities.

    Webinar, April 21, 2021,  with VinFen of Cambridge, MA. Vinfen’s Family Support Center will host Cheryl Ryan Chan.  * Cheryl is a mother to a person with …Read More »
  • Healthy Relationships For People With Autism & Other Developmental Challenges

    Three-Part Webinar Series with with an Adult Support Agency in Somerville, MA. Series III: Self-Advocacy in Relationships – through April 23, 2021.* This course unpacks the issues …Read More »
  • Transition Training for Families with Special Needs in Massachusetts

    Webinar, April 27, 2021, with MassFamilies and the Arc of Greater-Haverhill/Newburyport, with the support of the DDS Northeast Region’s Family Support providers. Free and open to …Read More »
  • COVID-19 Transition-to-Adult Disability Training for Massachusetts’ Families

    Webinar, April 27th, 2021, 6 p.m., with Massachusetts Families and the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Part of the free Special Education Webinar Series for …Read More »
  • Serving Survivors of Sexual Assault with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

    Webinar, April 27th, 2021, with the Center on Victimization and Safety. Leigh Ann Barry, a self-advocate and survivor who now works as a peer advocate at …Read More »
  • Healthy Friendships & Intimate Relationships ASD Workshop for Adults

    Online Program, through April 28th, 2021, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. A psychoeducational workshop, and support group for adults ages 18-40. Psychoeducational …Read More »
  • Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair for South Shore Families

    Virtual Event, April 28, 2021 from 6:00-7:30 p.m., with the King Philip Regional School District in Wrentham, MA. The King Philips Special Education Virtual Transition Fair …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 103” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online, April 28th, 2021, and the fourth Wednesday of each month, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. Once you have successfully completed your guardianship …Read More »
  • Massachusetts Youth Leadership Disability Forum

    Application Deadline – April 30th, 2021. Virtual Event, June 14th – 28th, 2021. The Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is for youth and young adults with disabilities …Read More »
  • Essential Skills for Disability Employment Success: What Families Can Do At Home

    Webinar, March 2nd, 2021, with the Massachusetts Partnership for Transition to Employment. Free online training. These sessions are geared towards families as well as professionals who would …Read More »
  • UMass “Jobs Ability” Webinars

    Webinars, March 2 & 10th, 2021, with Work Without Limits at UMass.  Jobs Ability is a new Job Board for Job Seekers with Disabilities. For  candidates …Read More »
  • Basic Rights in Special Education: Transition Planning

    Webinar, March 3rd, 2021, with the Hudson, MA, SEPAC.  Basic Rights: Transition Planning is a workshop for parents of youth in special education ages 14 – …Read More »
  • Basic Rights in Transition-to-Adult Planning for Special Needs

    Webinar, May 4th, 2021, with the Littleton, MA. Guest presenter will be Leslie Leslie, the MassPAC project director at the Federation for Children with Special Needs. …Read More »
  • Social Networking for Adolescents & Young adults on the Autism Spectrum in Massachusetts

    Held online with UMass Lowell, Through  December 2nd, 2021. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. There are currently have around …Read More »
  • Virtual Social Group for Teens with Special Needs

    Online, Tuesdays, March 9th – 30th, 2021, with Yachad New England. This is a support group for Yachad teens, ages 14-19. * This group will be …Read More »
  • Transition Planning for Youth with Special Needs in Massachusetts

    March 9, 2021 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Free with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Free. This presentation provides an understanding …Read More »
  • Learning about the Mass Rehab Commission’s Disability Work & Vocational Support

    Webinar, March 9, 2021, 10:00 a.m., with the Arc of Greater-Haverhill Newburyport. * Are you lost in the transition maze? Join other parents & caregivers to …Read More »
  • College Fair for Students with Learning Challenges: Woburn

    Virtual Event, March 31st, 2021, with the Woburn, Massachusetts Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Free. Designed specifically for students who learn differently, however it is open …Read More »
  • “Understanding and Navigating Employment Supports in Massachusetts” Disability Employment Training for Families

    Virtual Training, through March 16th, 2021, with the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass. Free. Do you envision employment as part of your loved one’s future? …Read More »
  • Paving the Way

    Webinar, March 16, 2021,  with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. Presented by: Krishna Richardson-Daniels, Director of STEM with Technology Access Foundation and …Read More »
  • Webinar: What is Supported Decision-Making and Why is it Important?

    Webinar, March 18, 2021, with The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburport. Learn about alternatives to guardianship such as Supported Decision-Making (SDM) and why it is so important. …Read More »
  • “Job Searching for the Nuerodiverse” Workshop for Massachusetts’ Families

    Webinar, March 20th, 2021, with MGH Aspire of Lexington, MA. Participants will learn about their unique strengths and challenges through structured activities guided by staff.  * …Read More »
  • Asperger’s/Autism 101: A Workshop for Newly Diagnosed Adults Ages 35+

     Webinar, March 22nd, 2021, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. A special 90-minute workshop for adults over 35 who are recently diagnosed with …Read More »
  • Department of Developmental Services Transition from High School Disability Services

    March 23, 2021, 6:00 p.m., with the Southeast Regional Manager Self-Directed Services / Middleboro the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS).   * Free. This “DDS 101 Training” …Read More »
  • The Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Program for Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

    Webinars March 24th, 2021, with Bristol Community College /Fall River. Free. Information Evening For Students, Parents and Teachers. * The Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI)  …Read More »
  • Success-Fest Virtual Mental Health Conference for Young Adults

    Virtual Conference, through May 25th, 2021. Free.  The Department of Mental Health Central Mass Area will host its annual “Success-Fest – Adapt”, which is for young adults, …Read More »
  • Transition-to-Adult Services Special Needs Workshop

    Webinar, March 29th, 2021, with Seven Hills Family Support Centers in Massachusetts. This workshop will address the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities …Read More »
  • Resources & Support for Youth Transitioning to Adult Disability Services

    Webinar, June 2nd, 2021, with the PPal of Massachusetts P-TAY Family Network Social Parents of Transition Age Youth.* Hear about all the great work and resources …Read More »
  • African Heritage Parents of Transition-Age-Youth with Mental Health Needs

    Webinar, March 30th, 2021, 4 p.m., with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Are you the parent of a teenager and looking to connect with …Read More »
  • “College Navigator” Program Helping Students With Disabilities Reach Their Higher Education Goals

    March 30th, 2021 6:00 PM, with the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority MEFA and Easter Seals Massachusetts. Easterseals’ College Navigator program connects students with a disability to …Read More »
  • Basic Rights: Transition Planning

    Webinar, March 30th, 2021, 7:00 PM, Co-hosted by Lincoln-Sudbury, Acton-Boxborough, Maynard, Concord-Carlisle, and Sudbury SEPACs. Basic Rights: Transition Planning (for IEP students ages 14-22) provides an overview of …Read More »
  • Pre-Employment Training Services Event for Providers in Western Massachusetts

    Webinar, March 30th, 2021, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs is collaborating with Easter Seals MA.* Join in on a panel of Pre-ETS providers …Read More »
  • Basic Rights: Transition Planning for Special Needs

    Webinar, March 30th, 7:00 p.m., Co-hosted by Lincoln-Sudbury, Acton-Boxborough, Maynard, Concord-Carlisle, and Sudbury SEPACs, in collaboration with their respective school districts. *  Basic Rights: Transition Planning …Read More »
  • Massachusetts Annual Independent Living Education Day

    Virtual Event, March 31st, 2021, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council (MASILC). Join in  on celebrating the work of Independent Living Centers across Massachusetts.Independent Living Education …Read More »
  • Creating An Accessible Workspace: AT Solutions for Higher Education & Workplace for Individuals with Learning Challenges

    Webinar as Part of a Virtual Conference, February 2, 2021 – 2:00 pm.  with the The Assistive Technology Conference of New England. This  Conference will feature …Read More »
  • Mental Health Transition Event: What Makes a Difference for Youth of Color?

    Virtual Event, March 3rd, 2021, 10 AM – 12:30 PM, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPAL’s summit will spotlight complex issues surrounding culture …Read More »
  • The Role of Occupational Therapy in Postsecondary Transition Planning for Those with Disabilities

    Webinar, June 22nd, 2021, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Presented by Tee Stock and Catherine Campbell MOT, OTR/L, OT Doctoral Candidate 2021. Dr. Stock will present …Read More »
  • Know Your Rights and Responsibilities: Disability Issues in Employment

    An ADA Virtual Training, February 9th, 2021, 10:00 am.  The New England ADA Center and the Massachusetts Disability Law Center host this employment training. Free and …Read More »
  • Virtual Self-Advocate Conference For Massachusetts Families

    On-Line Event, February 13th, 2021 with Mass Advocates Standing Strong. MASS is a state-wide, self-advocacy organization run for and by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.* …Read More »
  • Work-Without-Limits Event for College Students & Recent Graduates with Disabilities

    Worcester, February 13th, 2020. Work Without Limits invites college students and recent graduates with disabilities to this Massachusetts-based network of private and public sector employers are …Read More »
  • Transition Parent Support for Families with Mental Health Challenges

    Online, February 17th, 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy Network (PPAL) in Massachusetts. PPal’s Transition Age Youth parent-support groups are for those wanting to support their …Read More »
  • Skill Builders Classes for Teens & Adults with Special Needs

    Virtual Classes, February 20th, and Winter & Spring 2021, with the Arc of the South Shore in Hingham, MA. For ages 14+  with special needs. This …Read More »
  • Setting Goals & Taking Action for Disability Employment

    Webinar, February 23rd, 2021, with the Massachusetts Partnership for Transition to Employment. Free online training. These sessions are geared towards families as well as professionals who …Read More »
  • Virtual “Work Without Limits” Career Fair for Those with Disabilities

    Virtual Event February 23rd, 2021, with With UMass Medical School. Work Without Limits Career Fair for College Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities, connects job seekers …Read More »
  • Easter Seals Youth Leadership for Massachusetts Young Adults

    Virtual Event, Winter 2021, Tuesdays, with Easter Seals Massachusetts. With support of Mass Rehab Commission, YLN promotes self-advocacy/self-awareness for teens/young adults with disabilities 16-21, plus opportunities …Read More »
  • Motivating Young Adults with ASD to Take the Next Steps

    Webinar, March 6th, 2021, 10 a.m., with the MGH Aspire Program in Lexington, MA,. This workshop is intended for parents of young adults on the spectrum …Read More »
  • College & Your Mental Health

    Webinar, March 8th, 2021, 7 p.m. With NAMI Central Middlesex and the Acton-Boxborough United Way.  * A Panel Discussion for Students & Parents. * Mental health …Read More »




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