Accessible Beaches/Beach Wheelchairs in Massachusetts. The DCR Universal Access Program for Massachusetts state parks are made accessible with boardwalks, beach mat, and ramps. Many beaches also offer beach wheelchairs for use on the sand or in the water – contact each to make a reservation before your visit.
* The following beaches have boardwalks, ramps, and beach mat to get on to the beach. Beach mat is usually placed seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Please contact the beach if you have questions about beach mat availability.
Boston region
Carson Beach, South Boston: This 3 mile urban shoreline has a paved pedestrian walkway that runs from Castle Island to the Kennedy Library. The beach offers a bath house, an accessible fishing pier, beach mat, and beach wheelchairs.
North region Ashland State Park, Ashland: A concrete platform provides seating at the edge of the Ashland Reservoir. Steps and a ramp, both with handrails, lead into the water.
Nahant Beach Reservation, Nahant: Long Beach offers a boardwalk running parallel to the beach, along with beach mat at one access point. Beach wheelchairs and two accessible bath houses are also provided.Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Salisbury: This popular 3.8 mile ocean beach has boardwalks over the dunes and beach mat at several access points. All three bath houses are accessible. There are many beach wheelchairs available to use on the sand or in the water.
Revere Beach State Reservation, Revere: 2.5 miles of urban shoreline feature a promenade, bandstand, bath house, shade shelters, beach mat, and beach wheelchairs. This beach is easily accessible by public transportation.
South region Houghton’s Pond, Blue Hills Reservation, Milton: An interpretive boardwalk provides an accessible route down to the beach and bath house. Beach mat and beach wheelchairs provide access to the pond.
Demarest Lloyd State Park, Dartmouth: Access to this rocky beach is provided with beach mat and beach wheelchairs.Fort Phoenix State Reservation, Fairhaven: A boardwalk transitions to beach mat for access to the beach. An accessible bath house and beach wheelchairs are also available.Horseneck Beach State Reservation, Westport: 2 miles of shoreline are accessible via a paved route between the dunes and beach mat. You can also use beach wheelchairs. The surf conditions at Horseneck Beach usually prevent you from using floating beach chairs in the water. Please check with the lifeguards on duty at the beach about using chairs in the water.Scusset Beach State Reservation, Sandwich: This beach has beach mat, beach wheelchairs, and an accessible bath house on the Cape Cod Bay.
Central region Erving State Forest, Erving: A ramp with handrails and beach mat let you cross the beach and enter the lake.
West region Lake Wyola State Park, Shutesbury: A boardwalk runs to a bench at the water’s edge. Beach mat leads into the water, and a beach wheelchair is also provided.
For further information contact the DCR Massparks Accessible Beach Page or the Universal Access Program office 413-545-5353 voice; 413-577-2200 TTY
Family Support Center in Sturbridge, May 1st, 2018. Parents, Teachers, Students, School Personnel – meet with Adult Service Providers to assist your son or daughter who needs help planning for life after school. The fair will focus on transition aged students.
Amherst Regional High School, May 2nd, 2018. Free and open to the public. An opportunity to hear from and to meet with representatives of some of the adult agencies in our state, including the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), and others.
UMASS Boston, May 4th, 2018. A day-long forum that will feature presentations on practices related to engaging and serving youth in the areas of Education and Employment, a Resource Fair, and a tour of the UMASS campus for interested young adults.
Lexington Recreation Department, May 5th, 2018. For ages 18+. Anyone can learn first aid…and everyone should . Emergencies can happen at home, at work or in the community. Join in on a hands-on training to learn to recognize an emergency and how to respond. Pracce caring for burns, cuts, broken bones, allergic reacons, choking and other situaons. This class is not a cerficaion class but provides an opportunity to practice skills needed when someone is injured during an emergency situation.
Newton, May 8, 2018, 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Join Yachad and Temple Shalom of Newton for a resource night for parents and caregivers of teens and adults with disabilities. Special Needs Attorney Ken Schulman and Financial Planner Leo Rotman, together with Yachad staff, will share expertise about important areas of transition including financial and estate planning, public housing, day programs, Masshealth, and more.
Ludlow Senior High School, May 8th, 2018, 4 – 6 p.m. The Ludlow Public Schools will host this fair that will showcase agencies that provide information and support to families to assist with transition to higher education, the workforce, and independent living. Families and their students with disabilities, especially those receiving services through an IEP or 504 are welcome to attend.
Kiva/Zia Center in Worcester, May 9th, 2018. Are you wondering how to obtain help from the Dept. of Mental
Amherst Regional High School, May 9th, 2018. Free and open to the public. Families with a range of experiences and perspectives will share details of their students’ journeys into adulthood and discuss how and why they and their children made the choices that they did. There will be plenty of time to meet with panelists and ask questions.
Fitchburg, May 9th & Spring 2018. The Arc of Opportunity’s Self Advocacy group is led by individuals with disabilities from within this organization and without. The group is a time for individuals to come together and discuss recent events, legislation, and how changes in the world may affect their families, their friends, and themselves.
Bridgewater, May 10th, 2018. Hosted by the Bridgewater-Raynham Special Education Parents Advisory Council. Learn how families can work with their parents/guardians. Help identify the student’s strengths, interests and preferences. Gain an understanding of how to support your teen or young adult with special needs so they can reach their optimum potential.
Waltham, May 10th, 2018. For caregivers of children treated at Boston Children’s Hospital. For those that have an adolescent who is or will be transitioning to adulthood over the next few years. Hear more about insurance benefits, education and transition milestones. Featuring:
Lawrence High School, Lobby of the Performing Arts Center, May 10th, 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Meet with state agency personnel and vendor agency representatives to learn about the services available for transition age youth. Participating Partners Include:
Worcester, May 12, 2018. At the regional Easter Seal offices. Through the support of Mass Rehab Commission, the YLN promotes self-advocacy and self-awareness for teens and young adults with disabilities ages 16 to 21, plus opportunities for youth 14 to 26. This is a state-wide initiative with meetings and events held in Boston, Springfield, Worcester, and East Bridgewater. This is an opportunity for youth to make friends in their local communities and within the larger Network group.
Pembroke, May 12th, 2018. Prom Angels is for teens and adults with disabilities – many of the individuals who attend never had the opportunity to go to a Prom during their school years. There will be music, dinner, dancing and formal photography.
Free. Find beach wheelchairs in Massachusetts state parks. You MUST bring your own transfer help. Because these chairs have large balloon tires, you will also need to bring someone to push you.
Biblioteca pública de Haverhill, May 16th, 2018. Beneficios del seguro social y empleo para los estudiantes en transición de la escuela a la vida adulta. Elsa Jiménez, una consejera de beneficios de estudiante, de la Comisión de Rehabilitación de Massachusetts (MRC), proveerá información básica sobre el Seguridad de Ingreso
Danvers, May 16th, 2018. Kids are worried that they will let their parents, teachers, and themselves down if they don’t get into the college of their choice. Parents worry about financial implications, adjusting to kids leaving home, and changing relationship dynamics within the family. Learn how to be at the top of your child’s list of who to turn to when they need help and guidance, now and forever, before they leave home. * The speaker will be Janice Sioui, Director of Wellness, MindsetGo. Workshop participants will learn how to:
Thrive Support & Advocacy, Marlborough, May 16th, 2018. An informational training for individuals and their families. Presented by Betsy Eaton-Irwin, Self-directed Supports Manager DDS. Topics covered include
Groton Dunstable High School, May 17th, 2018. Person-centered planning describes a transition planning process for supporting an individual or group in a positive and collaborative manner, focusing on the client’s strengths and capabilities. A successful plan results in the development of a meaningful vision for the future and a viable action plan for getting there. Person-Centered Planning is for people with and without disabilities who may benefit from engaging in this creative, collaborative planning process. PCPP staff members have experience facilitating the process for a variety of different situations.
Wayside Youth & Family Support Network, Framingham, May 17th, 2018. Starting at age 14, a student can participate in their IEP meetings as the process of transitioning from school to the adult world begins. Transition involves assistance with academic, social, vocational, life skill training that is crucial to a student’s successful post-school life.
Worcester Family Resource Center, through May 17th, 2018. Free. Parents and teens are often at odds. Today, it seems as if kids become adults overnight. Suddenly the relationship changes— for everyone. Yet no one seems to know how or why. Parents want to feel respected and they want the best for their child. Kid are just to figure it all out – what choices to make, how to navigate today’s challenges, and how to complete the task of becoming an adult.
Waltham, May 18th, 2018. Free. For caregivers of children treated at Boston Children’s Hospital. For those that have an adolescent who is or will be transitioning to adulthood over the next few years. Hear more about guardianship, insurance benefits, education and transition milestones. Featuring Keynote Speaker: Neuropsychologist Jennifer Turek Queally, PhD
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Amesbury, May 21st, 2018. Free. A program founded on the principle that people with ADHD, dyslexia or on the autism spectrum are powerful, unique thinkers who will excel in an accepting environment. Cognitive-diversity is a game changer for businesses and our society.
Northeast Arc, Danvers, May 22nd, 2018. Free workshop for parents. Rebecca Christie, Human Rights Specialist, Department of Developmental Disabilities’ Northeast Region, will discuss the best ways for us to advocate for the rights which our children deserve and to which they are entitled, while respecting and listening to what our loved ones desire for themselves.
Natick Town Hall, May 22th, 2018. Developing Your Child’s Self-Determination Skills will be hosted by the Natick Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Hear Dr. Lori Peterson explore these questions and learn about evidence-based strategies to increase opportunities to support the development of your child’s self-determination skills.
Wilson Middle School Auditorium in Natick, May 22nd, 2018. (Rescheduled from March) For those with students in elementary or high school grades. The Natick Special Education Parent Advisory councils will host Dr. Lori Peterson, from the University of Northern Colorado, and a panel of Natick champion teachers who are working to build self determination skills in students.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital, May 23rd, 2018. Transitioning from high school to college can present some unique challenges for students with epilepsy and their parents. College Night will address some of these issues and concerns. There will be two separate group discussions – one for students and one for parents, and feature students and parents who have already successfully made the transition to college. Topics might include:
UMass Lowell. Fall 2018 deadline is August 30th, 2o18. Spring 2019 deadline is January 15th, 2019. Designed to help high school students with autism spectrum disorders learn about college and feel more confident about attending in the future.
Fitchburg, May 29th, 2018. How can I develop a housing option for my adult child, even if they are not prioritized for residential services? Come learn about governmental funding streams, how they can be combined, and how to supplement them with your own resources. The importance of building your child’s skills will also be discussed. Presented by: Cathy Boyle of Autism Housing Pathways
Cambridge, April 9th, 2018. Learn about a local a college-based program for young adults with diverse learning differences. Topics covered will include the program’s dorm living, student activities, and a curriculum focused on career training and independent living for a supported college experience.
Mattapan Branch Boston Public Library, June 5th, 2018. The Massachusetts Independent Living Council is seeking input on a potential amendment to the State Plan for Independent Living regarding the Network of Independent Living Centers described in Part 2 Section 3 of the State Plan for Independent Living.
Thrive Support & Advocacy in Marlborough, June 6th, 2018. Free and open to the public. Ever feel overwhelmed by all the information available for the loved one you care for? Wish you had more time to enjoy life with less stress? Could you use some financial relief? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you won’t want to miss this workshop. Join us to learn about Caregiver Homes, a MassHealth program that provides support and financial assistance to people caring for loved ones (age 16+) at home.
Watertown, June 13th, 2018. For those diagnosed with Asperger’s or a related ASD Profile that are high school graduates planning to attend college in the fall, are currently enrolled in college, or newly graduated from college. Hear other students discuss their college experience(s). All college students are welcome – including those attending community college, four-year schools, living on campus, in an apartment, or commuting from home. Discussion topics may include:
Bentley University in Waltham, April 28th, 2018. Growing up with Down Syndrome: Living a Longer, Healthier and Meaningful Life, is hosted by the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress in collaboration with the Massachusetts General Hospital Down Syndrome Program, and is specifically geared for adults with Down syndrome ages 22 and up, their family members and supporters.
Bristol Community College in Fall River, June 24th, 2018. This open house for adults on the autism spectrum offers an opportunity to enhance their life, vocational and social skills which will enable them to participate in internships, and then eventually the pursuit of gainful employment. Find out if this college program might be right for your loved one with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Bridgewater State University, June 29th, 2018. The Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is an overnight conference for youth and young adults with disabilities held annually in Massachusetts and other states across the country. YLF participants build leadership skills and leave better prepared for future employment, higher education, and independent living.
Easton, Camp PALS at Stonehill College, July 1 – 7, 2018. Provides a place for young adults with Down syndrome and their peers to have fun, grow as individuals, and build transformative friendships. Campers and Counselors will explore everything the region has to offer from Faneuil Hall to the Freedom Trail.
Watertown, MA, July 1 -August 3rd, 2018. For ages 16 or older who are visually impaired to have opportunities for employment during the summer. Employment experience combined with a shared apartment life helps students be more successful in college, in future jobs, in managing dorm life, and in independent living.
State Office Building, Pittsfield, April 12th, 2018. This Department of Developmental Services (DDS) event will feature Winifred Siano, of the BenePLAN, UMass Medical School. BenePLAN is a service program of Work Without Limits, that consists of a team of benefits counselors certified by Virginia Commonwealth University.
Norwood, April 11th, 2018. Deb Wood, Senior Director Family & Community from the Arc of South Norfolk will speak about the transition process to adult services. This presentation is geared toward special education parents and their children age 14 to 22 years old.
Boston, April 12th, 2018. Free. Careers & the disABLED Magazine’s Career Expo for People With Disabilities brings industry and government together with people with disabilities, including wounded warriors. Meet with Fortune 500 Companies and Government agencies looking to recruit new talent. It is recommended that you pre-register to attend this event.
Quincy, April 14th, 2018. For families of teens and young adults with special needs. Learn how to put the pieces together as you begin planning for your child’s future. The Key Note Speaker will be author and disability activist Brennan Srisirikul.
Northeast Arc in Danvers, April 17th, 2018. Special Guest Speaker: Laura Gallant, Transition Coordinator, North Shore Area Office, Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, will be discussing the difference between her role as a Transition Coordinator and the role of a traditional Adult Service Coordinator, as well as:
Amherst Regional High School, April 25th, 2018. Free and open to the public. An overview of the transition planning process for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 on IEPs. This workshop will also include some tools for creating a vision for after high school. Presented by Leslie Leslie from the Federation of Children with Special Needs.
Watertown High School Lecture Hall, April 26th, 2018. For Special Education Students aged 13 – 22, family members, and professionals. The Secondary Transition Fair will feature local community organizations, agencies, and resources to learn more about the transition process. Agencies/Organizations invited:
Topsfield Public Library, April 26th, May 16th & June 13th. The focus will be on the planning, service navigation, and emotional support needs of primary caregivers, decision supporters, parents, and guardians of young adults ages 22-25 who are eligible to receive services from the Dept. of Developmental Services. This training opportunity with Mass Families Organizing for Change (www.mfofc.org) targeting the planning, service navigation, and emotional support needs of families who have recently transitioned from special education services into the adult system. * Topics will include:
Natick High School, April 5th, 2018, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Providing information for students, their families and professionals on disability resources within the local community. Hosted in collaboration with: Natick, Holliston, Hopkinton, Wayland and Needham Public Schools, MWCIL, MWRTA, DDS, MRC, DMH, MCB, Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation, and ACCEPT Collaborative
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, April 5th, 2018. Free and open to the public. The Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Schools’ SEPAC will host Laura Cole, a LSRHS Counselor, to cover topics related to a successful college experience for those with disabilities. For parents and students who are on a 504 or IEP. This presentation will go over steps to access transitional support from high school to post-secondary: college, work programs, vocational training, and transitional services.
Taunton High School, April 5th, 2018. For families, support staff, district staff, and community members who work with older children and adults with disabilities as they plan for and enter adulthood and the rest of their lives.
Advocates in Framingham, April 12, 2018. The Department of Development Services (DDS) will share information and answer questions about Self-Determination and the Self-Directed Service Delivery Models.
Assabet Valley Collaborative, Marlborough, April 27th, 2018. “Exploring Transportation Options in Massachusetts, will be held 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. All families and support staff are invited to this presentation from Mass Mobility on transportation options for youth with disabilities to access employment, education, recreation and more.
Springfield/Westfield Department of Developmental Services’ Transition Fair at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on April 10, 6-8:00 p.m. The fair is for teens and young adults with autism or developmental disabilities ages 14-22 and their parents, who are starting to think about transition services or are already in the planning process.
Marlborough High School Library, April 30th, 2018. Hosted by Marlborough High School & Algonquin Regional High School. Featuring local resources in the areas of :
Needham High School, February 3rd, 2018. This workshop is part of the Needham High School Parent Conference “A ‘Braver, Stronger, Happier Child – Giving your teen the tools to take on their world with optimism and positivity.” This learning disability workshop will feature Paula Cocce, M.Ed., Learning Specialist (PAL), Curry College. She will focus on helping students prepare for the college search process by attending a workshop that explores the issues facing students with learning disabilities:
Danvers, January 9th – 23rd, 2018. For adults 18+ with an Asperger profile. The workshop series will utilize the Spotlight Model including discussion, improv acting and media to develop and hone skills. Dates and topics include:
Charles River Center in Natick, January 9th, 2018. Yvette Jones, AFC Program Director, will discuss how AFC is designed for those who want to live in a family setting with an approved caregiver. Caregivers can be relatives, friends and non-related people with the exception of a spouse or a parent who is the guardian. Caregivers are paid a tax-free daily stipend for the services they provide such as assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, meal preparation and transportation to appointments. The “placement” is monitored regularly by an RN and a care manager who provide support and education to the caregiver and the participant. The program is funded through MassHealth.
Worcester Family Support Center, January 3rd, 2018. Tools guide participants to gain independence and decision-making skills for self advocacy, while supporting each other and gaining confidence in their choices and beliefs.
Avon (Stoughton area), February 9th, 2018. Free. For ages 14 and older. According to the event host, The Tim Tebow Foundation’s Night to Shine is a prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs. Every guest enters on a red carpet, complete with a warm welcome from a friendly crowd and paparazzi. There is also the options of having a “quiet entrance”, without camera flashes or loud applause, if needed.
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, January 11th, 2018. Free and open to the public. The Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Schools’ SEPAC will host Laura Cole, a LSRHS Counselor, to cover topics related to a successful college experience for those with disabilities.
Framingham, February 8th, 2018. Anita Monestime, Director of Adult Family Care & Shared Living at Advocates, will discuss Adult Family Care (AFC) and Shared Living’s benefits, differences, and eligibility requirements.
Revidas, Worcester, January 13th, 2018. Youth Move Massachusetts Presents “Strategic Sharing”, is a peer-led training for young adults ages 14-24 who want to learn tools and strategies for sharing their stories in order to help peers and youth in similar situations. It is a six hour training and lunch is provided, as well as a small stipend for your time.
Watertown, January 13th, 2017. This College Success @ Perkins Open House will explain how the program is a 9-month residential program to help students with visual impairment get the most out of college. Students will learn how to navigate college campuses, join clubs and sports teams, cook a meal in their own apartment, live with roommates, take college classes, socialize with local college students, get on-the-job experience by visiting local companies, and learn how to tailor their college experience to meet their career goals.
Burlington, MA, February 14th, 2018. Join Maximo Pimentel, a self-advocate working with Massachusetts Advocates for Children, as he presents on self-determination, self-advocacy, and increasing active student participation at IEP meetings. Students are encouraged to attend with their family.
Applications accepted now through February 15th, 2018. The American Council of the Blind has an opportunity for students who are legally blind to earn a scholarship, whether you are going to a technical college, an entering freshman, undergraduate or a graduate student.
Marlborough, January 23rd, 2018. Supported decision-making is an alternative to guardianship that allows an individual with a disability to work with a team and make his or her own choices about his or her own life. Under this model, the individual designates people to be part of a support network to help with decision-making.The Massachusetts Guardianship Association hosts this workshop for family members of individuals with disabilities, and professionals such as lawyers, trustees, financial advisers and more. The Massachusetts Guardianship Association (MGA) is a non-profit organization that offers information and resources to individuals, families, and professionals on guardianship and conservatorship.
Weston, January 26th, 2018. The Weston Public Schools and the Weston PAC host this discussion on anxiety and transition planning for students on the autism spectrum. The speaker, Elise Wulff, experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and professionals, in both public and private settings. Elise also collaborated with the Aspire program to co-write and teach a multi-year tiered self-awareness curriculum based on Aspire’s model. The curriculum teaches students to develop a healthy understanding of their unique profiles as learners and to become engaged with their communities. Elise is currently a Program Manager at MGH Aspire, and has also worked as the Inclusion Facilitator for a special education program for students with Asperger’s, NVLD, ADHD, and similar profiles.
HAPHI in Mattapan, January 28th, 2018. Free workshop for Parents and Professionals. Atelye Gratis pou paran ak pwofesyonèl. Baz Fondamantal nan Planifikasyon e Tranzisyon. This is the joint project funded by the MDDC grant Number (17.ED.1.3.3.B) between the Federation for Children with Special Needs and HAPHI in providing training on IEP and Transition for Haitian Creole speaking parents of children and youth with
Haverhill & Newburyport. through January 2018. For ages 16 – 22, and 22+. The AFTER Program offers various recreation and enrichment activities after school to promote social skills and the transition to adulthood. Meet new people, have fun and get a break from parents or caregivers.
Fitchburg, January 30th, 2018. Person Centered Planning is an opportunity to get information and discuss the core philosophy, principles, and methods of PCP. If you’ve ever said or thought “I am so scared of the future, I have no idea what’s going to happen or how to get started figuring it out” then this is the place to start.
Watertown, February 18th – 24th, 2018. The Pre-Employment Program (PEP) is an intensive one-week residential workshop that equips young adults with the skills necessary for workplace success. PEP offers specific instruction on how to conduct a job interview, what to wear to work and how to disclose a disability to a potential employer is necessary for people whose blindness prevents incidental learning.
Weymouth, through February 26th, 2018. For ages 18+, young adults with disabilities can learn how to identify meaningful work, build healthy relationships at home, in the community and in the workplace and become a contributing member of society. Presented by Ken Renaud and Diane E. Westerman, certified as sexuality educators from the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and Planned Parenthood of Massachusetts.
Brockton, February 27th, 2018. Free. The Brockton Area Arc Family Support Center presents “Transition Planning and Expected Practices.” What can parents expect to see when IEP teams are effectively supporting transition-age students? This is your opportunity to learn about national and state initiatives that promote evidence-based transition practices and positive post-school outcomes.
Chelmsford, February 28th, 2018. Free and open to any parent. Jonathan Smith, from the Federation for Children with Special Needs will be providing an overview of the transition planning process for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 on IEPs.
UMass Lowell South Campus, O’Leary Library Mezzanine, March 7th, 2018. 6-7:30 p.m. free and open to everyone. Objectives of this presentation:
Westwood High School, March 7th, 2018. Kathleen Kelly, Student Benefits Counselor, North Region, at the Mass Rehab Commission, will present families with information about:
Lexington High School, March 12th, 2018, 7 – 8:30, p.m. Open to the public. Families should start the conversation about mental health and handling possible difficulties before students leave for college, including understanding the privacy laws. Panelists include: * Nicole McMahon, sharing her story of her mental health difficulties in college
Attleboro Enterprises, March 13th, 2018. “Planning for the Future of your Loved One” will feature a presenter that will provide an overview of their area of expertise, such as Estate Planning, Social Security and Special Needs Trusts. Participants will have time to meet one to one with the presenters to ask specific questions.
Tyngborough High School Library, March 14th, 2018. This work shop goal is to inform parents and students about what they should expect as they move from school to post -school activities. Transition is the process through which a student receiving special education services progresses as they move from high school (age 14) to adult life, whether through graduation or the student has turned 22 years of age. This important part of the special education process can seem complex and overwhelming.
Winchester High School, March 15th, 2018. For students, aged 14 – 22 with IEP’s, and their parents, family Members, Guardians and Professionals – learn about community-based services available for adults with disabilities including Autism, Developmental Disabilities, and Intellectual Disabilities. Co-Sponsored by the Medford Public Schools and Winchester Public Schools Offices of Special Education.
Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester, March 16, 2018, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 
Great Hall, State House, Boston, March 20th, 2018. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council (MASILC) is hosting a Independent Living Education Day. Topics include
Rose Baker Senior Center, Gloucester, March 22nd, 2018. Joan Rapp, Senior Training Specialist from the Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation will facilitate the event and share with us some new resources available for Families from the Center.