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Sep 11
-Dec 18

Parenting Neurodivergent Children Support Groups

Virtual Support Groups, through December 2026, with the Parent Helping Parents of Watertown, MA. Supporting parents with children whose brains process, learn, or behave differently. This support group is open to anyone parenting a neurodivergent...

Oct 6
-Dec 1

Navigating Transition Workshop Series

Online Series, the first Tuesday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Join the FCSN on the first Tuesday of each month from 6-7 to hear from experts on...

Oct 18
-Feb 21

Black Autism Coalition Support Groups

Virtual Groups, every 2nd and fourth Saturday of each month. With the Black Parent Autism Coalition in Fitchburg, MA. You are not alone. A safe, supportive space for parents and caregivers of autistic children and...

Oct 27
-Dec 3

Strengthening Partnerships in Action Workshop Series

Webinar Series, October 27 – December 3, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Want a taste of the Strengthening Partnerships framework before committing to the full Train the Trainer? The...

Oct 30

Bullying: What to Know-What to Do

Webinar, October 30, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. The Parenting Power-Up Parent/Caregiver Connection and Support Group with Zack LaVergne, Family Support Specialist, at PPal. Connect, learn from, and support other parents...

Nov 1
-Apr 18

Disability Youth Services Job Lab

July 23rd, 2026, with Disability Advocates Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR). Disability Advocates is hosting the Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR) virtual forum on changes and threats to Medicaid-funded home and community-based services (HCBS) in...

Nov 3

ADHD Parent Support Group in Northampton

Virtual, November 3, 2026, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2026, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Drop in Discussion Group.This monthly, education and support group is for parents and caregivers of...

Nov 4
-Mar 3

Ask The Advocates! Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins

Virtual, with the Arc of Bristol County, the first Wednesday of each month. Ask The Advocates!Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins.  Do you have questions about the special education process? Wondering how to request evaluations from your student’s...

Nov 4

The Blue Envelope Law for Drivers with Autism

Webinar, November 4, 2026, with Centerpoint Driving Academy. The Blue Envelope initiative is a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and understanding environment during traffic stops for autistic drivers. For Ages 15 +, Parents...

Nov 5

Transition Resource Fair: Northampton

Northampton, MA, November 5, 2026, sponsored by Family Empowerment, ServiceNet,and the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Hampshire County Area Office will share a presentation about the transition process and available...

Nov 5

Understanding Special Education Mediation

Webinar, November 5, 2026, with the The Winchester SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council), /WinPAC. Have questions about special education mediation? Join an informative session presented by Leslie Bock, a mediator with the Massachusetts Bureau...

Nov 5

How To Understand Your Child’s Challenging Behavior

Webinar, November 5, 2026, with Triumph, Inc., Coordinated Family and Community Engagement CFCE, Taunton Family Resource Center And Early Childhood Training & Consultation. Part of the Triumph Back pack Series – For parents & adult...

Nov 6

Neurodiversity & Disability Studies Summit

UMass Amherst with Virtual Option, Event, November 6, 2026. Free and open to the community. This event brings the Five College community together for refreshments, an interactive poster session, a keynote presentation and Q&A.The keynote...

Nov 6

Let’s Get Organized Binder Party: In English & Spanish

Haverhill, MA, November 6, 2026, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Let’s Get OrganizedJoin in to organize a “life binder” for your loved one. Whether it’s for transition paperwork and educational forms, medical documents, letter...

Nov 6

Bullying: What to Know-What to Do

Webinar, October 30, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. The Parenting Power-Up Parent/Caregiver Connection and Support Group with Zack LaVergne, Family Support Specialist, at PPal. Connect, learn from, and support other parents...

Nov 11
-Jun 16

Grupo de Apoyo Familia

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2027, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos...

Nov 13

Suicide Prevention Conference

Bedford, NH, November 13, 2026, by the Southern NH Area Health Education Center. Fortifying Hope across the Lifespan is a statewide conference dedicated to advancing suicide prevention, mental health, and support for those impacted by...

Nov 14

Family Resource Fair for All Disabilities

Billerica, MA, November 14, 2026, with the Billerica SEPAC. Join ua free community resource fair connecting families of children with disabilities and special needs with local organizations, schools, support services, recreation programs, healthcare providers, advocacy...

Nov 21
-Nov 22

International Mental Health Conference: Boston

In Boston with Virtual Option, November 21 & 22, 2026. Mental Health Conference 2026 — a hybrid international conference inviting mental health professionals, researchers, teachers, and campaigners worldwide.Theme: Next-Generation Mental Health: Integrating AI, Genomics &...

Nov 23

The Mental Health IEP

Webinar, November 23, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts Free PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral,...

Nov 24

Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series

Virtual, November 24, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. November topic – meet Dr. Lusa Lo, professor of special education, UMass Boston.* FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in...

Dec 1

ADHD Parent Support Group in Northampton

Virtual, December 1, 2026, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2027, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Drop in Discussion Group.This monthly, education and support group is for parents and caregivers of...

Dec 3

How To Give Clear Directions

Webinar, December 3, 2026, with Triumph, Inc., Coordinated Family and Community Engagement CFCE, Taunton Family Resource Center And Early Childhood Training & Consultation. Part of the Triumph Back pack Series – For parents & adult...

Jan 5

ADHD Parent Support Group in Northampton

Virtual, January 5, 2027, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2027, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Drop in Discussion Group.This monthly, education and support group is for parents and caregivers of...

Jan 7

Using Positive Language To Improve Behavior

Webinar, January 7, 2027, with Triumph, Inc., Coordinated Family and Community Engagement CFCE, Taunton Family Resource Center And Early Childhood Training & Consultation. Part of the Triumph Back pack Series – For parents & adult...

Jan 14

All About Special Education Mediation and IEP Facilitation

Webinar, January 14, 2027, with the Peabody SEPAC. Join Peabody SEPAC and Leslie Bock, Mediator with the Bureau of Special Education Appeals, with a discussion All About Special Education Mediation and IEP Facilitation.

Registration is required.

Jan 26

Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series

Virtual, January 26, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. January topic – meet Laurie VanderPloeg, Associate Director, Council for Exceptional Children* FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership...

Feb 2

ADHD Parent Support Group in Northampton

Virtual, February 2, 2027, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2027, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Drop in Discussion Group.This monthly, education and support group is for parents and caregivers of...

Feb 23

Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series

Virtual, February 23, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. February topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...

Mar 4

How To Help Your Child Understand And Label Emotions

Webinar, March 4, 2027, with Triumph, Inc., Coordinated Family and Community Engagement CFCE, Taunton Family Resource Center And Early Childhood Training & Consultation. Part of the Triumph Back pack Series – For parents & adult...

Mar 30

Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series

Virtual, March 30, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. March topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...

Apr 3

Sensory-Friendly Performance of “Ocean Blue”

Providence, RI, April 3, 2027. Presented in Partnership with The Autism Project. “Ocean Blue” is a theatrical journey through the wonders of our planet’s oceans. When Charlie, a young crab longing for a different life,...