Mondays, 2021, 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[...]

Online, December 6, 2021. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  This presentation will highlight play adaptations including adapted toys and books, communication supports, play guides to extend[...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2021, with the Millis SEPAC and Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. They welcome both parents and professionals to join this discussion. * Bullying: What Parents Need to Know –[...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2022. Open to all. The Westford SEPAC presents Leslie Bock, Mediator, Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA). * Learn about special education mediation, which is the alternative to a due process[...]

Virtual Support, December 7th, 2021. Free, with Foundation for Faces of Children in Brookline, MA . This event is for parents living in one of the New England states. Parents of ALL craniofacial conditions and[...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2021, with the Arc of Haverhill-Newburyport, MA. Hear a comprehensive overview of Special Needs Trusts, including how to determine if this may be a viable option for you and your loved ones.[...]

Webinar, December 7, 2021, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. Join in as they welcome Dr. Andrew Fraser, DMD as their guest speaker to talk about special needs dental care across the lifespan. *  Dr. Andrew[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2021, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. * Join an discussion with Nicole Williams, M.S. CCC-SLP About the speaker *Allison is a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and a certified member of[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2021, with Cambridge Camping of Cambridge, MA. Twice exceptional children bring great joy and pose some unique challenges for caregivers and teachers. Often what they can do so easily feels at odds with[...]

Virtual Group, December 9th, 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[...]

Webinar, December 10th, 2021, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network, Inc in Massachusetts (SPaN). Coffee Talk with Dr. Russell Johnston, Deputy Commissioner of Education. * 2022 will be the 50th Anniversary of Chapter 766 Special Education Law[...]

Mondays, 2021, 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[...]

Online, December 13th, 2021. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  Writing, a means of expressive communication, is often tackled last in the development of literacy skills of students[...]

Webinar, December 14th, 12:00 – 12:45 p.m., 2021, with the Pathlight Group of Western Massachusetts. Pathlight is a private non-profit community organization that supports children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Hear[...]

Webinar, December 14th, 2021, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. * PPal Parent Network Socials Statewide meetings are meant only for parents / caregivers / family members / family partners of children with[...]

Webinar, December 15th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Cambridge, MA, December 18th, 2021.  WILD: A Musical Becoming is a new musical fable about a single mother struggling to hold on to her family farm and connect with her teenage daughter, whose determination to[...]

Cambridge, MA, December 19th, 2021.  WILD: A Musical Becoming is a new musical fable about a single mother struggling to hold on to her family farm and connect with her teenage daughter, whose determination to[...]

Cambridge, MA, December 19th, 2021.  WILD: A Musical Becoming is a new musical fable about a single mother struggling to hold on to her family farm and connect with her teenage daughter, whose determination to[...]

Mondays, 2021, 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[...]

Webinar, December 27, 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., with the Pathlight Group of Western Massachusetts. This forum is for parents, and meets to share information/experiences and receive insight from an education advocate Nancy Farnsworth. *[...]

Webinar, JANUARY 11, 2022, Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility with the Westwood, MA, SEPAC-Special Education Parent Advisory Council * A free workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2022, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Sleep health is often overlooked in current care for children with sensory processing concerns. * In this short course, explore the neurological and clinical relationships between sleep[...]

Webinar, January 14th, 2021, with The Special Needs Advocacy network in Massachusetts (SPAN). SPaN will host a special education attorney who will review Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA) case rulings from across Massachusetts. *[...]

Webinar, January 18th, 2022, with the Amesbury, MA ,SEPAC. Massachusetts’s based Executive Function expert Sarah Ward will present The 360 Thinking Model: Breakthrough Strategies to Develop Independent Executive Function Skills. In this practical strategies seminar[...]

Webinar, January 18th, 2022, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. Free. Designed for adults who are or who suspect they are on the spectrum, parents, other family members, and partners of individuals[...]

Virtual Event, January 20 – 22nd, 2022, with Dr. Ross Greene of Lives in the Balance in Maine. Collaborative & Proactive Solutions: 2-Day Virtual Training with Dr. Ross Greene, PhD. This is the evidence-based model[...]

Boston, January 21st, 2022. Mask Exceptions Considered Event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other visitors and  less concern[...]

Online, January 24th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  Digital technology is for everyone but can be overwhelming. If we aren’t an “expert”, we might feel like[...]

Webinar, January 16th, 2021, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. * Join an discussion with Elise Wulff, MEd and Shira Cohen. About the speakers * Elise Wulff, MEd, is Senior Program Manager, Child Services[...]

Webinar, January 27th, 2022, with the Pilgrim Area Collaborative of Plymouth, MA. Hear Patricia Menzel, an adult with Autism discuss Inclusion. About the speaker: Patricia Menzel, is a member of autism’s “Lost Generation.” She has[...]

Boston, February 5th, 2022. All Masks On Event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other visitors and  less concern[...]

Online, February 7th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  This workshop will give participants an opportunity to learn the basics of video game accessibility and then apply[...]

Webinar, February 16th, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. * Join an discussion with Nicole Simon, EdM, LABA, BCBA and Kirstin Birtwell, PhD. About the speakers: * Nicole Simon has extensive experience[...]

Webinar, February 23rd, 2022, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Webinar, March 1st 2021, with Mass Advocates for Children, Massachusetts Families, and the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Part of the free Special Education Webinar Series for Massachusetts Families. This workshop will address current[...]

Boston, March 5th, 2022. All Masks On Event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other visitors and  less concern[...]

Online, March 16th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  The iPad has steadily improved as an assistive technology tool for students with learning disabilities. * The built-in[...]

Virtual Conference, March 19th, 2022, 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. *  The[...]

Webinar, March 23rd, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. * Join an discussion with Jacob Hooker, PhD. About the speakers: * Jacob Hooker, PhD, is with the MGH Research Scholars Program. The MGH[...]

Virtual Event, March 30th & 31st, 2022. 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[...]

Webinar, March 30th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Nashua, NH, March 31st, 2022. One-day special education law and advocacy program that focuses on special education law, rights and responsibilities, tests and measurements to measure progress & regression, SMART IEPs, introduction to tactics &[...]

Online, April 4th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England. Individuals across the US and around the globe are 3D-printing their keyguards. They’re saving upwards of 95%[...]

Online, April 11th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England. In this presentation, participants will learn about AAC, the different types, and the fundamental evidence-based principles and[...]

Webinar, April 27th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Webinar, April 27th,  2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. * Join an discussion with Chris McDougle, MD. * According to https://autismawarenesscentre.com/autism-related-catatonia/, ” Autism-related catatonia affects 4 – 17% of the autism population. The[...]

Webinar, April 28, 2022, with the Pilgrim Area Collaborative of Plymouth, MA. Hear Patricia Menzel, an adult with Autism will host a Q&A session. *About the speaker: Patricia Menzel, is a member of autism’s “Lost[...]

Virtual Conference, May 2nd & 3rd, 2022. 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[...]

May 20th, 2022, With Vinfen Community Based Services of Cambridge, MA. Vinfen is dedicated to innovation and commitment to care for people with psychiatric conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges.[...]

Webinar, June 29th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]