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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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January 13 (Wednesday)
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Online American Sign Language (ASL) Classes
Online American Sign Language (ASL) Classes
Jan 13 – Mar 18 all-day
Online, January 13th – March 18th, 2020, with DEAF, Inc., of Massachusetts. The curriculum has been adapted to be taught in a Zoom presented format. * A strict cap of 15 students per class ensures[...]
January 18 (Monday)
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Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Webinar: “Leo Live” and Martin Luther King Day
Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Webinar: "Leo Live" and Martin Luther King Day
Jan 18 all-day
Mondays, Winter & 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[...]
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Tele-engagement for Individuals Using AAC
Tele-engagement for Individuals Using AAC
Jan 18 all-day
Webinar as Part of a Virtual Conference, January 18th, 2021, with the The Assistive Technology Conference of New England. For 2020 and 2021, the Conference will feature different AT/AAC-Focused sessions from November 2020 through May[...]
January 19 (Tuesday)
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Basic Rights in Special Education: Evaluation & Eligibility
Basic Rights in Special Education: Evaluation & Eligibility
Jan 19 all-day
Webinar, January 19th, 2021, with the Weymouth Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Guest presenter is the Federation for Children with Special Needs with Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility.  This is a workshop for caregivers of[...]
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DCF Legislative Update for Massachusetts
DCF Legislative Update for Massachusetts
Jan 19 all-day
Webinar, January 19, 2021, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A Legislative Update with Representative Kay Khan, Massachusetts House Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities,[...]
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Taking Care of our Health / Cuidando Mi salud/Cuidado Medico
Taking Care of our Health / Cuidando Mi salud/Cuidado Medico
Jan 19 all-day
January 19th, 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 and[...]
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Who is the Parent/Professional Advocacy League?
Who is the Parent/Professional Advocacy League?
Jan 19 all-day
Webinar,  first and third Tuesday of each month, 3:30 pm, 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. For families in the Winchendon area communities. * Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPal Parent Network[...]
January 20 (Wednesday)
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Virtual Housing Workshop
Virtual Housing Workshop
Jan 20 all-day
Online, January 20th, 2021, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. BCIL’s individual services and systemic advocacy address areas critical to people with disabilities, including housing, healthcare, employment, long-term care, transportation, adaptive technology, communications, civil[...]
January 21 (Thursday)
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“Lives in the Balance” Behavioral Summit With Dr. Ross Greene
"Lives in the Balance" Behavioral Summit With Dr. Ross Greene
Jan 21 – Jan 22 all-day
Virtual Conference, January 21 & 22, 2020, with Dr. Ross Greene, of Portland, ME. Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) is a model Dr. Ross Greene describes books The Explosive Child, Lost at School, Lost &[...]
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Caregiving Around the Clock: Getting Through The Day
Caregiving Around the Clock: Getting Through The Day
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21st, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time[...]
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Parenting the Anxious Child
Parenting the Anxious Child
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21st, 2021, with a social support center in Boxborough, MA. Free. Now, more than ever, children are experiencing anxiety that they may not have before life changed. * Anxiety in children may present itself as[...]
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Sharing Space – for Adult Siblings of Those with Special Needs
Sharing Space - for Adult Siblings of Those with Special Needs
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21, 2021 , with the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network. Register for the Massachusetts’s Sibling Support Network’s next virtual Sharing Space gathering to share joys and concerns related to having a brother/sister with disabilities.[...]
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Special-Needs Financial Planning
Special-Needs Financial Planning
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21st, 2021, 6:30 p.m., with the Northborough / Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council. With Attorney Amanda Mulhall, who offers on estate planning for families with minor children and disabilities. * Attorney Mulhall Amanda[...]
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Supporting My Child With Autism
Supporting My Child With Autism
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21st, 2021, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Boston Public Schools Parent University. Zachary Houston, part of the Special Education faculty with the Boston Public Schools Special Education Department, will be the speaker. * This informal workshop[...]
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The SCERTS Model for Students with Autism
The SCERTS Model for Students with Autism
Jan 21 all-day
Webinar, January 21, 2021, 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. Develop a foundational understanding of the core concepts of the SCERTS Model® and learn how the model is utilized in the League School[...]
January 23 (Saturday)
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Walking & Running Club in Leominster with Special Olympics Massachusetts
Walking & Running Club in Leominster with Special Olympics Massachusetts
Jan 23 – Mar 27 all-day
Leominster, MA, Winter 2021. Enjoy the winter weather with Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA), meet some new friends and get active. * Mask & COVID screening required. * Please ask the host about appropriate ages for[...]
January 25 (Monday)
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Webinar: Mental Health & the IEP
Webinar: Mental Health & the IEP
Jan 25 all-day
Webinar January 25th, March 1st & 8th, 2021, 11 a.m., with the Parent Professional Advocacy League. Free for Parent and Caregivers. If you have been looking for guidance understanding the IEP, or the IEP process and[...]
January 28 (Thursday)
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Assistive Technology for Special-Needs Students
Assistive Technology for Special-Needs Students
Jan 28 all-day
Webinar, January 28th, 2021, with the Boston Public Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPac). Speaker info TBA. Boston SpedPac Purpose: * Advise the BPS on matters that pertain to the education and safety of[...]
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Basic Rights in Special Education: Evaluation & Eligibility
Basic Rights in Special Education: Evaluation & Eligibility
Jan 28 all-day
Webinar, January 28th, 2021, 6 p.m. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility is a free workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support of suspected special needs. The speaker will[...]
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Caregiving Around the Clock: Caregiver Power Hour
Caregiving Around the Clock: Caregiver Power Hour
Jan 28 all-day
Webinar, January 28th, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time[...]
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Caregiving Around the Clock: Getting Through The Day
Caregiving Around the Clock: Getting Through The Day
Jan 28 all-day
Webinar, January 28th, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time[...]
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Crisis Planning for Families with Mental Health Challenges
Crisis Planning for Families with Mental Health Challenges
Jan 28 all-day
Webinar, January 28, 2021, 6:00 p.m, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs.[...]
February 2 (Tuesday)
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Clinical Care Coordinator:Open Sky / Coordinadora de Servicios Clinicos de OpenSky
Clinical Care Coordinator:Open Sky / Coordinadora de Servicios Clinicos de OpenSky
Feb 2 all-day
February 2nd, 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 and[...]
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Let’s Do It Write! Writing Readiness
Let's Do It Write! Writing Readiness
Feb 2 all-day
Webinar, February 2, 2021, with Therapro of Framingham. Free.  Explore sensory-motor, cognitive and executive functioning activities for preschoolers crucial in building the foundation to achieve lifetime handwriting skills. The focus will include activities geared to[...]
February 3 (Wednesday)
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Autism Insurance: Advocacy & Beyond
Autism Insurance: Advocacy & Beyond
Feb 3 all-day
Webinar, February 3, 2021, with UMass Lowell. Free and open to the public. The UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) Online Expert Speaker Event will feature “Autism Insurance: Advocacy and Beyond.” * [...]
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Building Resilience in Middle School Students (ASL Interpretation Available)
Building Resilience in Middle School Students (ASL Interpretation Available)
Feb 3 all-day
Webinar, February 3rd, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. Free. Parenting a middle school child can be hard. This talk will share share tools and strategies to support your middle schooler’s mental health. About[...]
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Virtual Housing Workshop
Virtual Housing Workshop
Feb 3 all-day
Online, February 3rd, 2021, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. BCIL’s individual services and systemic advocacy address areas critical to people with disabilities, including housing, healthcare, employment, long-term care, transportation, adaptive technology, communications, civil[...]
February 4 (Thursday)
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An Introduction to Internet Safety with Easter Seals MA
An Introduction to Internet Safety with Easter Seals MA
Feb 4 all-day
Webinar, February 4th, 2021, with Mass Match of Easter Seals Massachusetts. Free. The internet is full of possibilities and opportunities to learn, make friends and access community services. It’s also the perfect place for people[...]
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What is a 504 Plan & How Can It Help My Student?
What is a 504 Plan & How Can It Help My Student?
Feb 4 all-day
Webinar, February 4th, 2021, 6 p.m, with the Belmont, MA, SEPAC. A representative from the Federation of Children with Special Needs will explain the rights and responsibilities of a 504 Plan, who is eligible, what it[...]
February 5 (Friday)
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Developing a Safety Plan in the IEP
Developing a Safety Plan in the IEP
Feb 5 all-day
Webinar, February 5, 2021, 10:00 am, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of MA. Developing a Safety Plan in the IEP:Connecting the Dots and Learning how to Pivot, with be presented by guest speaker Carrie Noseworthy,[...]
February 6 (Saturday)
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Accessing the Curriculum in Our New Socially-Distanced Normal
Accessing the Curriculum in Our New Socially-Distanced Normal
Feb 6 all-day
Webinar, February 6th, 2021, with the 321 Foundation of Burlington, MA.  “Accessing the Curriculum in Our New Socially-Distanced Normal” explores ways to support your child’s growth within the general education curriculum by understanding how to use[...]
February 11 (Thursday)
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21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
Feb 11 all-day
Virtual Group, February 11th, 2021, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]
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ADHD – Strategies for Limiting the Impact
ADHD - Strategies for Limiting the Impact
Feb 11 all-day
Webinar, February 11, 2021, 6:00 p.m., 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPal Parent Network Socials are a place where you can find and share resources, be[...]
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Medications & Mental Health
Medications & Mental Health
Feb 11 all-day
Webinar, February 3, 2021, 6:00 p.m., 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPal Parent Network Socials are a place where you can find and share resources, be[...]
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Planning a Life: Considerations for Your Child’s Future
Planning a Life: Considerations for Your Child’s Future
Feb 11 all-day
Webinar, February 11th, 2021, 7 p.m., with the THRIVE Advocacy Program of Marlborough.  This workshop offers a holistic perspective on benefit programs, ways to bridge funding gaps, and legal considerations. F * Figure out a[...]
February 13 (Saturday)
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Creating a Circle of Support for Your Family with Special Needs
Creating a Circle of Support for Your Family with Special Needs
Feb 13 all-day
Webinar, February 13th, 2021, with a Massachusetts’ based Person Centered Planning Expert. For parents, adult siblings, caregivers, family members of people with disabilities. It will be most beneficial to those caring for adults over 22.[...]
February 16 (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
Feb 16 all-day
February 16th, 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 and[...]
February 17 (Wednesday)
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Virtual Housing Workshop
Virtual Housing Workshop
Feb 17 all-day
Online, February 17th, 2021, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. BCIL’s individual services and systemic advocacy address areas critical to people with disabilities, including housing, healthcare, employment, long-term care, transportation, adaptive technology, communications, civil[...]
February 18 (Thursday)
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Webinar: Asperger’s/Autism 101 – Workshop for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children & Teens
Webinar: Asperger’s/Autism 101 - Workshop for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children & Teens
Feb 18 all-day
Webinar, February 18th, 2021, with the Autism / Aspergers Network in Watertown, MA. This two-hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child/teen/young adult, up to 22, on the autism spectrum. *[...]
February 23 (Tuesday)
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Creative & Fun Activity Ideas for the School Based Occupational Therapist
Creative & Fun Activity Ideas for the School Based Occupational Therapist
Feb 23 all-day
Webinar, February 23, 2021, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Therapists new to school based practice or those looking for some fresh treatment ideas will learn creative and resourceful tips and techniques to use during school[...]
February 24 (Wednesday)
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Making Sense of Public & Private Support Systems for Adults on the Spectrum
Making Sense of Public & Private Support Systems for Adults on the Spectrum
Feb 24 – Apr 30 all-day
Virutal Conference, February 24th – April 30th, 20201, with the AANE of Watertown, MA. A Roadmap Through Adulthood: Making Sense of Public and Private Support Systems for Adults on the Spectrum is an on-demand conference is[...]
February 25 (Thursday)
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Basic Rights in Special Education – Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights in Special Education - Understanding the IEP
Feb 25 all-day
Webinar, February 25th, 2021, with the Bridgewater-Rahynam 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 presentation[...]
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Basic Rights in Special Education – Understanding the IEP
Basic Rights in Special Education - Understanding the IEP
Feb 25 all-day
Webinar, March 25th, 2021, with the Belmont, 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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Strengthening Your Student’s Executive Function Skills and Independence (ASL Interpretation Available)
Strengthening Your Student's Executive Function Skills and Independence (ASL Interpretation Available)
Feb 25 all-day
Webinar, February 25th, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. Free. Hybrid? All remote? In the classroom? Regardless of the environment the demand on children’s executive function skills is greater than ever. * More and more independence[...]
February 26 (Friday)
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Parenting & Educating Children with Special Needs During COVID-19
Parenting & Educating Children with Special Needs During COVID-19
Feb 26 all-day
Webinar, February 26, 2021, 11:30 p.m., with Newton Wellesley Hospital Resilience Council. For parents and caregivers. A discussion of tools and strategies to support parents during this unusual school year. Topics will include: strategies to assist[...]
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Technicool: Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet
Technicool: Keeping Kids Safe on the Internet
Feb 26 all-day
Webinar, February 26, 2021, with the The Children’s Trust of Massachusetts. This training is for professionals who work with children, parents, caregivers, grandparents, and foster parents. * Technology is continually advancing. There are risks to[...]
March 2 (Tuesday)
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“Visions of Community” Special-Needs Conference
"Visions of Community" Special-Needs Conference
Mar 2 – Mar 6 all-day
Virtual Conference, March 2nd – 6th, 2021, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Visions of Community  is the Federation’s annual conference for parents and professionals caring for children with special needs.[...]
March 3 (Wednesday)
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Virtual Disability Legislative Reception for Massachusetts’ Families
Virtual Disability Legislative Reception for Massachusetts' Families
Mar 3 all-day
Virtual Event, March 3rd, 2021, with The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council. Persons with disabilities, family members, advocates, state agency heads and their staff, and legislators to meet and catch up[...]
March 4 (Thursday)
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Phones & Tablets Accessibility – with Easter Seals MA
Phones & Tablets Accessibility - with Easter Seals MA
Mar 4 all-day
Webinar, March 4th, 2021, with Mass Match of Easter Seals Massachusetts. Free. Tablet and smartphone use are increasing during Covid times. * Explore how to make these devices more accessible to the novice user. *[...]
March 15 (Monday)
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Creating a Circle of Support for Your Family with Special Needs
Creating a Circle of Support for Your Family with Special Needs
Mar 15 all-day
Webinar, March 15th, 2021, with a Massachusetts’ based Person Centered Planning Expert. For parents, adult siblings, caregivers, family members of people with disabilities. It will be most beneficial to those caring for adults over 22.[...]
March 18 (Thursday)
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Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA
Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA
Mar 18 all-day
Webinar, March 18th, 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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Grandparenting a Child with Autism
Grandparenting a Child with Autism
Mar 18 all-day
Webinar, March 18, 2021, with the Children’s Museum in Acton. Free with pre-registration.  Panelists Charlie Washburn and Donna Danielewski bring both professional expertise in the accessibility field and personal experience as grandparents of children with[...]
March 24 (Wednesday)
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Brain Injury Conference for Massachusetts’ Families
Brain Injury Conference for Massachusetts' Families
Mar 24 – Mar 25 all-day
Marlborough, March 24th & 25th, 2021. The Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts (BIA-MA) Conference is for brain injury survivors, caregivers, families and professionals to gather and discuss the challenges faced by the brain injury community. [...]
March 29 (Monday)
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How to do Distance with Learners Who Won’t Watch Your Screen
How to do Distance with Learners Who Won’t Watch Your Screen
Mar 29 all-day
Webinar as Part of a Virtual Conference, March 29th, 2021, 2 p.m., with the The Assistive Technology Conference of New England. For 2020 and 2021, the Conference will feature different AT/AAC-Focused sessions from November 2020[...]
April 6 (Tuesday)
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Fifty Ways to Extend Literacy Encounters with Everyday Technologies
Fifty Ways to Extend Literacy Encounters with Everyday Technologies
Apr 6 all-day
Webinar as Part of a Virtual Conference, April 6th, 2021, 2 p.m., with the The Assistive Technology Conference of New England. For 2020 and 2021, the Conference will feature different AT/AAC-Focused sessions from November 2020[...]
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Supporting Your Student’s Emotional Wellness
Supporting Your Student's Emotional Wellness
Apr 6 – May 11 all-day
Webinar, April 6th, 2021, 6:00-8:00 p.m., with Boston Public Schools Parent University. For all families. Hear how to identify and understand common factors that contribute to their student’s mental health. * Strategies to help navigate[...]
April 8 (Thursday)
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Special-Education Conference & School Fair for Massachusetts’ Families
Special-Education Conference & School Fair for Massachusetts' Families
Apr 8 all-day
Virtual Conference, April 8th, 2021, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of Massachusetts. For Parents, Special-Education Advocates, Attorneys, Administrators, Out of District Coordinators, Clinical, Therapeutic and all Related Service Providers. *  Breakout Sessions: Social Emotional Disorder –[...]
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[...]
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[...]
May 13 (Thursday)
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21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
May 13 all-day
Virtual Group, May 13th, 2021, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]
January – May 2021 Jan – May 2021

Transition to Adult Programs

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

  • Skill Builders Classes for Teens & Adults with Special Needs

    Virtual Classes, January 16th and Winter & Spring 2021, with the Arc of the South Shore in Hingham, MA. For ages 14+  with special needs. This …Read More »
  • When College Isn’t Your First Next Step – for High School Students with Learning Differences and Other Social-Emotional Challenges.

    Webinar, January 12th, 2021, with with Schools for Children in Massachusetts. Free. Creating a Successful Path Forward for Students with Learning and Other Challenges and Their …Read More »

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

    On Line, January 4th – March 13th, 2020,  with Whole Children of Hadley, MA. * This program has two separate classes 1. INTRO for ages 13 – 17 2. Boundaries …Read More »
  • Self-Advocacy for Ages 16+ with Disabilities

    Virtual Classes, January 4th – March 13th, 2021, with Whole Children of Hadley, MA. For teens and young adults with disabilities in Western Massachusetts.Self-Advocacy is a class for developing the …Read More »

  • Virtual Social Group for Teens with Special Needs

    December 28, 2020
    Online, Tuesdays, January 5th – 26th, 2021, with Yachad New England. This is a support group for Yachad teens, ages 14-19. * This group will be …Read More »
  • Self-Directed Disability Services with the DDS

    December 27, 2020
    Webinar Series, January 6th – March 9th 2021, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Learn how Self Directed Services for adults with disabilities can help your family. …Read More »

  • Parents of Transition Age Youth Support – Learn about the KIVA Center

    Webinar, January 6th, 6 p.m., 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. Guest speaker Vesper Moore, of the KIVA Center, will share what makes …Read More »
  • LGBTQIA+ Group for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs in Western Mass

    Virtual Classes, January 4th – March 13th, 2021, with Whole Children of Hadley, Mass. LGBTQIA+ Group is a place where you can meet other folks your …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 101” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online, January 7th & 21st, 2021, or the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month, with the with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. …Read More »
  • Social Networking for Adolescents & Young adults on the Autism Spectrum in Massachusetts

    Held online with UMass Lowell, January 8th – December 2nd, 2021. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. There are currently …Read More »
  • Lesley University Threshold Program Virtual Open House for Diverse Learners

    Virtual Information Session, January 11th, 2021, 4 – 6 p.m., 2020, with Lesley University Threshold Program in Cambridge, MA. This virtual open house will offer young …Read More »
  • Self-Directed Services with the Department of Developmental Services

    Webinar, January 12, 2021, 6:00 p.m., Autism Connections / Family Empowerment of Western Mass. DDS Self-Direction Manager Pamela Hickey will discuss how Self-Directed Services from DDS offer …Read More »
  • Virtual Travel Training for Adults with Disabilities in Massachusetts

    Webinars, through January 13th, 2021, with The Arc of Plymouth and Upper Cape Cod. In partnership with GATRA and Certified Travel Trainer, Patti Waitkevich.* Join The …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 102” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online Groups, January 14th & 28th, 2021, and the second and fourth Thursday of each month, with the with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, …Read More »
  • “Rachel in the World” Author to Speak at Transition Group

    Virtual Event, January 19th, 2021, 7, p.m., with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. Hear author Jane Bernstein discus her experiences in parenting her intellectually …Read More »
  • JVS Transitions-to-Work Program For Young Adults with Disabilities in Massachusetts

    Virtual Training, January 19th – February 23rd, 2021, with JVS Boston. Free. Prepare for a paid job and receive 1:1 Job Placement services. * Program Highlights: …Read More »
  • Sharing Space for Siblings During COVID-19 -Adult Siblings Virtual Get Together

    Virtual Event, January 21, 2021, 7:00 PM,  with The Massachusetts Sibling Support Network. Join in on their Sharing Space for adult siblings to share joys and …Read More »
  • Project Explore for Teens Ages 16-19 with the MDSC

     Virtual Series, January 24th, and Winter & Spring 2021, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress. The MDSC AIM groups is offering this Project Explore program for  …Read More »
  • “Adulting” Skill Development Classes for Ages 18+

    Virtual Series, January 25th – March 8th, 2021, with an Adult Support Center in Somerville. Participants will work to identify and create a highly individualized and sustainable …Read More »
  • Basic Rights: Transition Planning

    Webinar, January 26, 2021, 7:00 PM, with the Westwood, MA, SEPAC. Basic Rights: Transition Planning (for IEP students ages 14-22) provides an overview of the transition …Read More »
  • Virtual Support in a Pandemic & Beyond for Teens & Young Adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Online, January 27th, 2021, with the with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA.  Throughout much of previous year, many services for autistic teenagers and …Read More »
  • “Guardianship 103” Virtual Transition Support Group for Parents

    Online, January 27th, 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 »
  • Virtual Teen Social Group

    Online, Thursdays, through January 2021, with Kehillah at the JCC in Springfield, MA. For teens and young adults with special needs, ages 14 – 26. Participants …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 »
  • 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 »
  • 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 – February 15 – April 23, 2021.* This course unpacks …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 »
  • 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 »
  • Best Buddies Springfield Event

    Virtual Best Buddies, December 2020, with Kehillah JCC Springfield. For high-school aged participants, this event meets twice a month on Zoom. * The Best Buddies Chapter …Read More »
  • Self Directed Services Workshop

    Webinar, December 2nd, 2020 with Thrive Support & Advocacy, Marlborough, MA. Presented by Jennifer Benoit, DDS Metro Regional Manager Self-Directed Services. * A discussion about expanding …Read More »
  • Introduction to STRIVE & Transition Services in Boston Public Schools

    Online, December 2, 2020, 6:00 p.m., with Marcia E. Fitzpatrick, M. EdAssistant Director of Transition with the Boston Public Schools Special Education Department. * Boston Parent University …Read More »
  • College Bound with Challenges Webinar for Students with Learning Disabilities

    Webinar, December 3rd, 2020, with with Schools for Children in Massachusetts. Free. Creating a Successful Path Forward for Students with Learning and Other Challenges and Their Families.* …Read More »
  • Massachusetts Initiative to Improve Transition – to – Adult Healthcare for Individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

     Virtual Conference, November 8, 2020, 7:30 PM – Monday, November 9, 2020, 5:00 PM, with Boston Children’s Hospital. Transition from pediatric to adult care healthcare is …Read More »
  • Webinar: I Did It My Way

    Webinar, October 7th, 2020, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Learn from a group of self-advocates and their families on how they transformed their traditional day services …Read More »
  • Transition From High School Roundtable for Metrowest Parents

    Virtual Event, December 8th, 2020, in collaboration by Holliston, Natick and Newton Public Schools. * Students and families are invited to learn about a variety of …Read More »
  • Transition Planning into Adulthood & Using the IEP to Create Success

    Webinar, October 8th, 2020, 1 p.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of the Transition Boot Camp Fall / Winter 2020 Webinar …Read More »
  • Autism Spectrum Gender-Identity Group/Adults

    Online Group with the Autism / Aspergers Network in Watertown, MA, October 10th, 2020. For those that identify as Neurodivergent or Gender Variant and are an adult with …Read More »
  • Special-Needs Transition Training for Parents & Professionals

    Webinar, October 13th, 2020, with Family Empowerment of Hadley and Massachusetts Advocates for Children. * This online training will address the transition planning and services required for …Read More »
  • Autism Spectrum Chat Group for Young Men in Massachusetts

    Virtual Group, October 14th & 28th, 2020, with the Kennedy Donovan Center of Massachusetts. An opportunity for people on the spectrum to connect and relate in …Read More »
  • Life After Highschool for Youth with Special Needs

    Webinar October 15th, 22nd, 29th, 2020, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. This group is available to youth with disabilities ages 14-22 with a documented …Read More »
  • Thinking About Employment During Virtual Times

    Webinar, October 17th, 2020,  11 am, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and PwC of Boston. Explore employment skills during these virtual times. Go over virtual …Read More »
  • “Raise the Bar” Disability Employment Conference

    Virtual Conference, October 21st, 2020, with UMass Medical School. This one-day annual conference features prominent national keynote speakers, educational sessions, exhibitors, networking opportunities and sharing of …Read More »
  • Navigating the Transition Planning to Adulthood Timeline

    October 22nd, 2020, 10:30 a.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of the Transition Boot Camp Fall / Winter 2020 Webinar Series …Read More »
  • “Without Limits” Social Program Ages 18+ With Asperger Profile

    Online, October 23rd, 2020, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. A new social support group that is designed to meet the needs of individuals 18+ …Read More »
  • Looking Forward, Looking Back: Thoughts & Reflections from Adult Siblings

    Virtual Event, October 29th, 2020, with the Brockton Area Arc and The Massachusetts Sibling Support Network (MSSN) is hosting a get together for adult siblings of …Read More »
  • “Advocates in Motion” for ages 13 – 22

    Virtual Meeting on November 1st, 2020, for Parents and Their Children ages 13 – 22. * The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s Advocates in Motion (AIM) program …Read More »
  • Cooking for Teens & Young Adults with Visual Impairments

    Online Class, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA, through December 9th, 2020. For ages 14 – 22 . * The art of cooking …Read More »
  • Virtual Focus Group for Self Advocates with Special Needs Ages 18 – 35

     Virtual Event, December 10th, 2020, 6 p.m. The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport is holding a Virtual Focus Group for self advocates, ages 18ish – 35ish, regarding …Read More »
  • Intro ao processo de planejamento de transição / Intro to the transition planning process – in Portuguese

    Webinar, 11 de diciembre, 2020, con Federation for Children with Special Needs em Massachusetts. Intro ao processo de planejamento de transição. Preparação para a vida após …Read More »
  • Webinar: Basic Rights in Special Education – Transition Planning

    Webinar December 14th, 2020, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts.  Basic Rights: Transition Planning is a workshop for parents of youth in …Read More »
  • Aprender y obtener informacion con Center for Living and Working

    Webinar, December 15th, 10 a.m., 2020, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. Seminario web, 15 de diciembre, 10 a.m., 2020, con la Liga de …Read More »
  • ARICA Insurance Presentation for Transition to Adult Services

    Webinar December 15, 2020, 7:00 pm, with the The Arc Of The South Shore of Hingham, MA. The focus will be on individual pathways of transitional …Read More »
  • Parent Peer Support and Information Sharing

    Webinar, December 16th, 2020, 6 p.m., with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. Family Network Social Parents of Transition Age Youth Parent Peer Support and …Read More »
  • Virtual Class “Preparing for College Success”

    Virtual Classes, December 28th & 30th, 2020, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. Join BCIL youth staff for chat about post-secondary education options, college applications, …Read More »
  • Tips & Tools For Getting The Word Out About Your Transportation Service To Current And Potential Riders

    Webinar September 30th, 2020, 3:00 PM, with the MassMobility and the Moving Maine Network. “Marketing Community Transportation: Tips and tools for getting the word out about …Read More »
  • Person-Centered Planning for IEPs

    Webinar, December 2nd & 10th, 2020, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts.  Parents of Transition Age Youth (P-TAY) welcomes Cheryl Ryan Chan, with Person …Read More »
  • What Parents Need To Know About The Special-Education Transition Timeline

    Webinar – December 9th, 2020, 6 p.m., , with the Boston Public Schools Parent University.  Marcia E. Fitzpatrick, M. Ed, Assistant Director of Transition and STRIVE …Read More »
  • Online Legislative Advocacy Training for People With Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

    Online Sessions August 11th – 19th, 2020 2:00 p.m., with The Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council. The Virtual Legislative Advocacy Training will consist of two separate 1-hour sessions.* …Read More »
  • Massachusetts Easter Seals Youth Leadership: Bridgewater

    Virtual Meeting, Massachusetts Easter Seals Youth Leadership: Bridgewater, August 14th, 2020. At the regional Easter Seal offices. Through the support of Mass Rehab Commission, YLN promotes self-advocacy …Read More »
  • Easter Seals Youth Leadership: Boston

    Boston, August 15th, 2020. With support of Mass Rehab Commission, YLN promotes self-advocacy/self-awareness for teens/young adults with disabilities 16-21, plus opportunities for youth 14-26. This is …Read More »
  • Understanding Chapter 688 & The Department of Developmental Services

     Online, December 16th, 2020, 6:00 p.m., with Marcia E. Fitzpatrick, M. EdAssistant Director of Transition with the Boston Public Schools Special Education Department. * Boston Parent University …Read More »
  • On-Line Q&A Session for Parents of Transition-Aged Youth with Special Needs

    Webinar, August 18th,  2020, with the Northeast Arc in Danvers, MA. The team will answer your questions and give you guidance about the process, such as: …Read More »
  • Massachusetts Easter Seals Youth Leadership

    Virtual Meeting or In Person Meeting TBA for Springfield, August 18th, 2020. Stavros Center. With support of Mass Rehab Commission, YLN promotes self-advocacy/self-awareness for teens/young adults with …Read More »
  • Webinar: Peer Support & Person-Centered Planning Across Disability

    Webinar August 19th, 2020, 2:30 p.m., ET, with the Administration for Community Living. The National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) presents a webinar: …Read More »
  • Helping Youth on the Path to Employment

    HYPE Virtual Courses with UMass Medical School, Shrewsbury, through August 19th, 2020. Free. Aimed at meeting the career preparation needs of young adults with mental health …Read More »
  • Webinar: Skills for Life – Caring for Your Space for Parents of Adults & Transition-Age Adults

    Webinar, August 20th, 2020, with Asperger / Autism Network of New England.  This webinar will provide a framework and practical tools to support young adults with caring …Read More »




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