"The Latest in Parenting Challenging Kids" at Mass General
Free and Open to the public, May 15th, Boston. For families and non-professional caregivers of children and adolescents with learning and behavioral difficulties. Specialists from the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry will discuss the latest advances in treatments, resources, medication and more. See our Front Page.

Have Special Needs Been Catastrophic on Your Finances?
On May 14th, The Federation For Children With Special Needs offers a conference call to discuss the Catastrophic Illness in Children's Relief Fund for families who have extraordinary expenses due to their child's disability, illness or an accident. See our Front Page.

Adaptive Ropes Courses and Kayaking:
Go outside and get physical with Outdoor Explorations' adaptive kayaking, rock climbing, ropes courses and other outdoor activities for all types of disabilities. See our Front page.

Summer Camps for Disabilities Added This Week:
West Meadow Woods, Rutland, MA is a social program for boys and girls ages 6 to 17 who are diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Dream Day Family Camp on Cape Cod a free camp for families who have children with life-threatening or serious illnesses and conditions. See our Camp 2010 page.

The 7th Annual NAMI Walk for Mental Health Awareness:
May 15th, 2010, 11 a.m., Brighton. Show your support to change mental health stigmas and NAMIMass's efforts to provide education, support, and advocacy for people living with mental illness and their families. See our Front page.
Making Life Work For your AS Teen:
May 11th, Watertown., MA. This workshop will focus on methods for parents to help their teens manage school, home and the community in a way that prepares them for "the real world." See Teens and Young Adults on our Front Page.

Sexuality & Children with Special Needs:
May 19th, Framingham. Free and open to the public. This presentation is geared toward parents, guardians and educators that teach children with special needs. The speaker is Sally Fogel, who teaches sexuality/social skills/life skills in both public and private schools throughout Massachusetts. On our Front page.

"From School to Adult Life" - Transition Planning:
May 12th, Worcester. Free and Open to the Public. Guest presenter The Federation for Children with Special Needs will discuss what your child's rights are,The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA) requirement that transition goals are integrated into the IEP and more. See Teens and Young Adults on the Front Page.

Special Needs Trusts and Estate Planning:
Free and Open to the Public, May 18, Foxborough, MA. Discussion includes Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy, Trusts, Wills, avoiding mistakes with asset distribution, Mass Health and more. See our Front Page.

Self-Advocacy Leadership Series:
June 9 - July 28, Webster, MA. Class topics include: "Who I Am", "Communication", "Feelings & Values", "Leadership", "Team Building", "Rules and Laws", "Speech Writing", "Speech Writing", "Dress Rehearsal". See Teens and Young Adults on our Front Page.

Human Rights for Teens and Young Adults with Disabilities:
Monday, May 10, Fitchburg,.This program is designed for families and guardians of individuals who are 18 years or older, and receive services from DDS and for those who are 16 years and older and anticipate receiving services as an adult. Teens and Young Adults on our front page.

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