Disability Camps, Workshops and Events in Greater Massachucetts
Expos, Speakers & Conferences
July & August, 2021, Acton, Boston, Waltham, with Adaptive Sports New England. Windsurfing, Hawaiian Outrigger Canoeing, Stand-up Paddling, Kayaking, and Cycling. Not all sports will be available at all locations. * Their full range of[...]
Virtual Conference, August 5 & 6, 2021, 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 &[...]
East Sandwich, MA, August 5th, 2021. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers in the field. Co-hosted by Pediatric Neurologist Margaret Bauman, David[...]
Hampton, NH, August 5th, 2021. Free. An event for people with special needs and abilities to learn how to surf, and is open for any and all ages. Join in on a night of surfing,[...]
Boston Common, August 6st, 2021. The Tempest, Shakespeare’s final play, takes the audience to an island shrouded in magic, betrayal, revenge, and family. * The characters include: the wise and powerful Prospero, who struggles to[...]
Marlborough, MA, August 7st, 2021. The Autism Alliance and Advocates host as they bring back Sensory Friendly Saturdays with special Superhero & Snow Queen guests. * They want to ensure that everyone feels included and[...]
Braintree, August 7th, 2021, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England hosts its 2021 Track Meet and Running Clinic. * There will be competition for youth and adult wheelchair racers and runners with[...]
Chelmsford, August 8th. 2021, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free to Kids with disabilities and their families. Typical age of those attending is 5 – 30. * Over 17 games, a craft corner, parachutes activities and[...]
Boston, August 9th, 2021. 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 about infections and large[...]
Webinar, August 10th, 2021 – 10 AM, 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[...]
Medway, August 11th, 2021. Free. The Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program is hosting a free outdoor class from Jam Time. Jam Time will provide outdoor activities for the kids, aged birth-six. * Refreshments will be[...]
East Sandwich, MA, August 12th, 2021. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers in the field. Co-hosted by Pediatric Neurologist Margaret Bauman, David[...]
Virtual Group, August 12th, 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[...]
Virtual Support, August 12th, 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 August 12th, 2021, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. As the state and districts think through education post-pandemic and plans to reopen for the upcoming school year, what does that mean for students with[...]
Webinar, August 12, 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. *[...]
Webinar, August 16, 2021, with a family support center based in Newton, MA. Stress in teens and young adults is at a historically high level. This elevated stress is particularly problematic for those who experience[...]
Webinar, August 17, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. Coping Skills for Back to School Worries with Janine Halloran, LMHC. Estratégias de Sucesso para Preocupações com a Volta às Aulas. * Simultaneous ASL and[...]
Webinar, August 17, 2021, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Updates for School Reopening: Up-to-date DESE Guidance. The DESE is the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. * A joint[...]
Holyoke, MA, August 18th, 2021. Accessible adventure-education programs for youth and adults of all abilities. Join small group hike with one of their staff, try an activity for the first time or just get out[...]
Webinar, August 18th, 2021, with Mass Families. A six part series where Mass Families Explores the different kind of family makeup in communities via the lens of Black and Brown Guest Family Leaders. * This[...]
August 18th, 2021. Free. For this date, locations are: Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Belmont, 4:00-5:00 pm – Sensory Friendly Days In order to continue making nature accessible to all, the Mass Audubon Society[...]
East Sandwich, MA, August 19th, 2021. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers in the field. Co-hosted by Pediatric Neurologist Margaret Bauman, David[...]
Webinar, August 19th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The community is reopening and, though Covid is slowly becoming a topic of the past, many families continue to have questions about vaccinations and returning[...]
Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick MA, August 20th, 2021, 8 am. – 10 a.m. Free. For this date, locations are: Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick MA, 8 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Sensory Friendly Days In order to[...]
Hyde Park, MA, August 21st, 2021, noon, 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, August 22nd, 2021, with the Autism / Aspergers Network in Watertown, MA. Join us for a virtual panel discussion featuring parents of adults on the spectrum. Hear their stories and insights from their parenting[...]
August 23rd, 2021. Free. For this date, locations are: Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, Natick, August 23, 2021, 10:00 am-1:00 pm – Sensory Friendly Days Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Worcester, August 23, 2021,[...]
Webinar, August 24, 2021, 6:30-7:30 p.m., with the Minute Man Arc of Concord, MA. Research has shown the positive impact spiritual practices can have on physical and mental health, regardless of religious affiliation. * Join[...]
Webinar, August 24th, 2021, Filing a Complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health . The Disability Law Center is hosting a series of trainings on your rights throughout the mental health system. Webinar trainings will focus on[...]
Holyoke, MA, August 25th, 2021. Accessible adventure-education programs for youth and adults of all abilities. Join small group hike with one of their staff, try an activity for the first time or just get out[...]
East Sandwich, MA, August 26th, 2021. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers in the field. Co-hosted by Pediatric Neurologist Margaret Bauman, David[...]
Lincoln, MA, August 26th, 2021. Enjoy the fun and serenity of the water all while being part of a supportive community. Benefit from the wide array of adaptive kayaking equipment designed to meet your individual[...]
Webinar, August 26, 2021, with Autism Connections in Western Massachusetts. Clinic formats offer an opportunity to ask the Autism Connections’ experienced team questions about a focus topic in a Q & A format. August 2021 topic[...]
Somerville, August 29th, 2021. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the climbing[...]
Lincoln, MA, August 30th, 2021, 3:30 – 5:00 pm. Free. In order to continue making nature accessible to all, the Mass Audubon Society has launching a series of Sensory Friendly Days at sanctuaries throughout Massachusetts for[...]
Webinar, September 13, 2021, with a family support center based in Newton, MA. As parents and caregivers of children with special needs, we can often find ourselves confused between what is a sensory response and[...]
Lincoln, MA, September 13th, 2021, 4 – 6:00 pm. Free. In order to continue making nature accessible to all, the Mass Audubon Society has launching a series of Sensory Friendly Days at sanctuaries throughout Massachusetts for[...]
Webinar, September 14th, 2021, Massachusetts Rights Regarding Discharge & Treatment in the Community. The Disability Law Center is hosting a series of trainings on your rights throughout the mental health system. Webinar trainings will focus on the rights[...]
September 15th, 2021. Free. For this date, locations are: Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Belmont, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m., Sensory Friendly Days In order to continue making nature accessible to all, the Mass[...]
Webinar, September 17th, 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.[...]
Lincoln, MA, September 20th, 2021, 4 – 6:00 pm. Free. In order to continue making nature accessible to all, the Mass Audubon Society has launching a series of Sensory Friendly Days at sanctuaries throughout Massachusetts for[...]
Webinar, September 22nd, 2021, with Open Sky Community Services or Worcester, MA. For parents and family members of persons with an intellectual or developmental disability, this seminar provides an overview of the legal consequences of[...]
September 22nd, 2021. Free. For this date, locations are: Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Belmont September 22, 2021, 8:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, Princeton September 22, 2021, 10:00 am -1 2:00[...]
Webinar, September 23rd, 2021, with THRIVE Advocacy of Marlborough. This workshop offers a holistic perspective on benefit programs, ways to bridge funding gaps, and legal considerations. F * Figure out a plan for your child’s[...]
Virtual Conference, October 2021 – May 2022, with the The Assistive Technology Conference of New England. For 2021 and 2022, the Conference will feature different AT/AAC-Focused sessions.. * They have designed a program that covers[...]
October 4th, 2021. Free. For this date, locations are: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Worcester, October 4th, 2021, 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Sensory Friendly Days In order to continue making nature[...]
Webinar, October 20th, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. Free. During the pandemic, many families delighted in a slower, more intentional way of life and are now overwhelmed by the demands and pressures of re-entry.[...]
Online conference October 23rd, 2021. Rare New England will host their annual “Improving Health Care Experiences in the Rare Disease Community with Information and Support”, and is for patients and families to obtain information about[...]
Online November 4th, 2021. Registration will open in May 2021. This annual Family Support Training Conference offers learn from top experts in the field, meet colleagues from all over New England, earn Social Work and[...]
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