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November 2023 – June 2024 Nov 2023 – Jun 2024
Nov
29
Wed
Nov 29 all-day
Deciphering the Medical Insurance Maze
12:00 am
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Webinar, November 29th, 2023, with the Minute Man Arc in Concord, MA. Attend this free workshop to learn about navigating this often-tangled web as you pursue assisting your loved one. Do you have questions about[...]
Dec
1
Fri
Dec 1 all-day
Transforming Tantrums: Establishing a Healthy Bond with Your Child Who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing
12:00 am
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Webinar, December 1st, 2023, with Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech of Northampton, MA. Are you feeling frustrated with challenging behaviors displayed by your child who is deaf or hard of hearing? Does your child[...]
Dec
1
Fri
Dec 1 all-day
Winter 2024 Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI)
12:00 am
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Application Deadline is December 1st, 2023. Live Virtual Training and in person, January 6th – March 2nd, 2024, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The PCTI program is an intensive training[...]
Dec
2
Sat
Dec 2 all-day
Boston Pops Sensory-Friendly Holiday Concert
12:00 am
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Boston, December 2nd, 2023. The show is designed for all families with children or adults with an autism spectrum disorder or sensory sensitivities. This is a shortened 60-minute version of their standard Holiday Pops concert,[...]
Dec
2
Sat
Dec 2 all-day
Sensory-Friendly Performance of "Elf, The Musical"
12:00 am
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Gardner, MA, December 2nd, 2023. Hosted by the Arc of Opportunity and the Theatre at the Mount. Theatre at the Mount and The Arc of Opportunity have collaborated to offer a judgment-free, sensory-friendly theatre performance.[...]
Dec
5
Tue
Dec 5 all-day
Assistive Technology Fair in Marlborough, with the Department of Developmental Services
12:00 am
Tickets
Marlborough, MA, December 5th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Free and open to the public. Whether you are a provider, family member, or user of AT, this event offers options for AT,[...]
Dec
5
Tue
Dec 5 all-day
Mental Health & Suicide Awareness for Tweens & Teens
12:00 am
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Franklin, MA, December 5th, 2023, hosted by the Franklin, MA, SEPAC. Free The Franklin SEPAC and SAFE Coalition are co-sponsoring a seminar on Mental Health & Suic!de Awareness for Tweens & Teens. Note: you do not[...]
Dec
5
Tue
Dec 5 all-day
School Avoidance & Refusal: The What, The Why and How To Help
12:00 am
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Webinar, December 5th, 2023, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. In this workshop, discuss a method of assessing the factors that lead a student to refuse and avoid school and an approach that involves direct collaboration[...]
Dec
5
Tue
Dec 5 all-day
Transforming Tantrums: Establishing a Healthy Bond with Your Child Who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 5th, with Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech of Northampton, MA. Are you feeling frustrated with challenging behaviors displayed by your child who is deaf or hard of hearing? Does your child have tantrums[...]
Dec
5
Tue
Dec 5 all-day
Working Together: Anti Bullying
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, English- December 5th, Spanish – December 7th, 2023. Part of the free webinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. The series is free, but[...]
Dec
6
Wed
Dec 6 all-day
Sensory Friendly & ASL "Nutcracker" with the Boston Ballet
12:00 am
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Boston, December 6th, 2023  This performance and in-theater experience is designed to welcome guests who are neurodiverse, have sensory sensitivities, and need additional accessibility accommodations to enjoy the ballet. * This one-of-a-kind performance has been[...]
Dec
7
Thu
Dec 7 all-day
Adult Family Care (AFC) Information Session
12:00 am
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Webinar, December 7th, 2023, with the Arc of Haverhill-Newburyport. Learn more about this potential opportunity for both you and your loved one. The AFC program is an Arc program funded by MassHealth that pays either[...]
Dec
7
Thu
Dec 7 all-day
Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: Secondary Transition & Post-School Outcomes
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 7th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]
Dec
7
Thu
Dec 7 all-day
Legislative Advocacy Workshop with the Arc of Massachusetts
12:00 am
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Webinar, December 7th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts Senior Director of Government Affairs and Health Policy Maura Sullivan. Have you been thinking about getting involved in advocacy on a state and federal level, in order[...]
Dec
8
Fri
Dec 8 all-day
"The Nutcracker" Sensory & Family Safe Presentation
12:00 am
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Northampton, MA, December 8th, 2023, 4 p.m. performance. This sensory-friendly performance has lighting and sound accommodations for reduced sensory experiences. A narrator will assist the audience at the start of the performance. * Pioneer Valley[...]
Dec
11
Mon
Dec 11 all-day
Operations, Procedures & the Upcoming New IEP
12:00 am
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Haverhill High School Library, Haverhill, MA, December 11th, 2o23, with the Haverhill, SEPAC. Join the Haverhill SEPAC and Deborah Ibanez, M.Ed., CAGS, Executive Director of Student Support Services for Haverhill Public School Special Educatio Department[...]
Dec
12
Tue
Dec 12 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 12, 2023, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics discussed[...]
Dec
13
Wed
Dec 13 all-day
Charting the LifeCourse in Action Caregivers Series
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 13th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]
Dec
14
Thu
Dec 14 all-day
Deaf Survivors Sexual Assault Awareness Webinars
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, December 14th, 2023, with Pathways for Change, Inc. of Worcester, MA. This program provides support to survivors of, and others impacted by, sexual assault who are over the age of 12 in the Deaf[...]
Dec
17
Sun
Dec 17 all-day
"A Christmas Story", Sensory Friendly, American Sign Language & Audio Described
12:00 am
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  Worcester, December 17th, 2023. Sensory Performance at 1 pm. Audio Description and ASL services at 6 pm. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns[...]
Dec
21
Thu
Dec 21 all-day
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
12:00 am
Tickets
Virtual Group, December 21st, 2023, 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[...]
Jan
9
Tue
Jan 9 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
Jan
9
Tue
Jan 9 all-day
Navigating Special Education: Beginners
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 9th, 2023, with the Collaborative Parent Leadership Action Network in Boston. Free. An interactive workshop designed to help families navigate the special education system. * All workshops can be provided in English, Spanish and[...]
Jan
10
Wed
Jan 10 all-day
Charting the LifeCourse in Action Caregivers Series
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 10th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]
Jan
11
Thu
Jan 11 all-day
Deaf Survivors Sexual Assault Awareness Webinars
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January 11th, 2024, with Pathways for Change, Inc. of Worcester, MA. This program provides support to survivors of, and others impacted by, sexual assault who are over the age of 12 in the Deaf[...]
Jan
11
Thu
Jan 11 all-day
Department of Developmental Services (DDS 101)
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 11th, 2023. with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services. What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.[...]
Jan
11
Thu
Jan 11 all-day
Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: Assessment & Parent Involvement
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 11th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]
Jan
16
Tue
Jan 16 all-day
Navigating Special Education: Transitional Period
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 16th, 2023, with the Collaborative Parent Leadership Action Network in Boston. Free. An interactive workshop designed to help families navigate the special education system. * Transitional Period: Prepare for post-graduation options; whether it’s[...]
Jan
16
Tue
Mar
23
Sat
Jan 16 – Mar 23 all-day
Online American Sign Language (ASL) Classes for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
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Online, Winter 2024, deadline to sign up is January 9th, 2024, with DEAF, Inc., of Massachusetts. Most of classes for the Fall 2023 semester will be held online via Zoom. Deaf Inc. is currently reintroducing[...]
Jan
16
Tue
Jan 16 all-day
Working Together: Autism Parent Training
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, English- January 16th, Spanish – January 18th, 20243. Part of the free webinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. * The series is free,[...]
Jan
18
Thu
Jan 18 all-day
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
12:00 am
Tickets
Virtual Group, January 18th, 2024, 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[...]
Jan
23
Tue
Jan 23 all-day
Navigating Special Education: Q & A
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 23rd, 2023, with the Collaborative Parent Leadership Action Network in Boston. Free. An interactive workshop designed to help families navigate the special education system. * Q&A: Ask questions directly to a special education[...]
Feb
6
Tue
Feb 6 all-day
Anxiety in Relation to Learning/Developmental Disabilities & How to Address in the IEP
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, February 6th, 2024, free webinar sponsored by the Falmouth, Hamilton/Wenham, Hingham, North Andover, Northbridge, Northboro/Southboro, and Norwell SEPACS. “Anxiety in Relation to Learning/Developmental Disabilities and How to Address in the IEP”. When students experience[...]
Feb
6
Tue
Feb 6 all-day
Working Together: Disability Transition-to-Adult Training
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, English- February 6th, Spanish – February 8th, 2024. Part of the freewebinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. * The series is free, but[...]
Feb
8
Thu
Feb 8 all-day
Deaf Survivors Sexual Assault Awareness Webinars
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, February 8th, 2024, with Pathways for Change, Inc. of Worcester, MA. This program provides support to survivors of, and others impacted by, sexual assault who are over the age of 12 in the Deaf[...]
Feb
13
Tue
Feb 13 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
Feb
14
Wed
Feb 14 all-day
Charting the LifeCourse in Action Caregivers Series
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, February 14th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]
Feb
15
Thu
Feb 15 all-day
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
12:00 am
Tickets
Virtual Group, February 15th, 2024, 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[...]
Feb
24
Sat
May
4
Sat
Feb 24 – May 4 all-day
Family Leadership Training in Western Mass
12:00 am
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Lenox, MA, Deadline to apply – February 18th, 2023. Program runs February 24th – May 4th, 2024. The West Region Family Leadership Training Series is a free that consists of two half-day workshops, plus three[...]
Feb
26
Mon
Feb 26 all-day
Bureau of Special Education Appeals "Mediation & Facilitation"
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, Februar 26th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. In an effort to ensure that they are meeting the needs of families and school districts in Massachusetts, the Mediators at the Massachusetts’[...]
Feb
28
Wed
Feb 28 all-day
Bureau of Special Education Appeals "Mediation & Facilitation"
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, Februar 28th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. In an effort to ensure that they are meeting the needs of families and school districts in Massachusetts, the Mediators at the Massachusetts’[...]
Mar
12
Tue
Mar 12 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
Mar
12
Tue
Mar 12 all-day
Working Together: Navigating the IEP
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, English- March 12th, Spanish – March 14th, 2024. Part of the freewebinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. * The series is free, but[...]
Mar
21
Thu
Mar 21 all-day
21 Shades Family Support On-Line Group with Massachusetts' Down Syndrome Congress
12:00 am
Tickets
Virtual Group, March 21st, 2024, 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[...]
Apr
2
Tue
Apr 2 all-day
Department of Developmental Services (DDS 101)
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, April 2nd, 2023. with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services. What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.[...]
Apr
10
Wed
Apr 10 all-day
"Autism Connections" Conference in Western Mass
12:00 am
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Springfield, MA, April 10th, 2024, with Autism Connections (Pathlight) of Easthampton & Pittsfield, MA. The 32st Annual Autism Conference is for professionals, families, parents, caregivers, individuals with autism, and exhibitors to learn, inspire and make[...]
Apr
10
Wed
Apr 10 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
Apr
19
Fri
21
Sun
Apr 19 – Apr 21 all-day
ABLE Assembly: Arts Better the Lives of Everyone Conference
12:00 am
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Boston, with Virtual Conference options available, April 19th – 21st, 2024, with the Berklee Institute for Arts Education and Special Needs in Boston. * The ABLE Assembly is a professional development opportunity in the field[...]
May
1
Wed
May 1 all-day
Bureau of Special Education Appeals "Mediation & Facilitation"
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, May 1st, 2023, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. In an effort to ensure that they are meeting the needs of families and school districts in Massachusetts, the Mediators at the Massachusetts’[...]
May
6
Mon
7
Tue
May 6 – May 7 all-day
Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium 2024
12:00 am
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Marlborough, MA, in person on May 6th, Virtual Session, May 7th, 2024. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]
May
14
Tue
May 14 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
Jun
5
Wed
Jun 5 all-day
Department of Developmental Services (DDS 101)
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, June 5th, 2023. with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services. What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.[...]
Jun
11
Tue
Jun 11 all-day
Lunchtime Advocacy Roundtable for Massachusetts' Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, January – June, 2024, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]
November 2023 – June 2024 Nov 2023 – Jun 2024

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October 2023 – November 2024 Oct 2023 – Nov 2024
Oct
3
Tue
Dec
9
Sat
Oct 3 – Dec 9 all-day
Boundaries & Relationships for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs: “Friendships & Dating”
12:00 am
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Hadley / Northampton, MA, in Person, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, with Whole Children of Western MA. For ages 18+ with special needs. For Fall 2023: This session we are focusing on the topic of[...]
Oct
3
Tue
Dec
12
Tue
Oct 3 – Dec 12 all-day
Inclusive Social Enrichement Program for Ages 13+: Burlington
12:00 am
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Burlington, MA, October 3rd – December 12th, 2023, with Riverside Family Support Center. Free. Social Enrichment will be getting together as a group, working on social skills and building connections. Maximum 6 participants for each[...]
Oct
19
Thu
Feb
29
Thu
Oct 19 2023 – Feb 29 2024 all-day
Down Syndrome Group Exercise For Ages 20+
12:00 am
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Roxbury, MA, October 29th, 2023, through February 29th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Registration for the full 5 months/10 groups is required. Limited space available. Adults with Down syndrome, ages 20+ are invited[...]
Oct
20
Fri
Dec
8
Fri
Oct 20 – Dec 8 all-day
Neuro-Divergent "Teen Canteen": Dedham
12:00 am
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Dedham, MA, October 13th – December 8th, 2023, with the Dedham Recreation Department’s Inclusive Pathfinder Program. The group practices socializing and enjoys various activities, while supporting each other. * This is an inclusive group welcoming to[...]
Oct
21
Sat
Dec
16
Sat
Oct 21 – Dec 16 all-day
"Learning About Housing" for Families with Disabilities
12:00 am
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Webinar Series, October 21st – December 16th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways of Winchester, MA. Learning About Housing is a 5 part Zoom series to help families determine housing options that might be appropriate for[...]
Oct
24
Tue
Dec
9
Sat
Oct 24 – Dec 9 all-day
"Be Empowered" Inclusive Group for Girls 13+: Northampton
12:00 am
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Hadley / Northampton, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, with Whole Children. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * What does it mean to be a girl or woman[...]
Oct
25
Wed
Dec
20
Wed
Oct 25 – Dec 20 all-day
Inclusive Recreation for Teens & Adults: Bridgewater
12:00 am
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Bridgewater, MA, October 25th – December 20th, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts. Young Adult & Adult Fall II Recreation Programs Mindful Movement – Engage in movement as a group with activities such as yoga,[...]
Nov
21
Tue
Mar
12
Tue
Nov 21 2023 – Mar 12 2024 all-day
Online Forums for Autistic Adults in Western Mass
12:00 am
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Online groups, through March 12th, 2o24, with Autism Connections and Family Empowerment of Western Massachusetts. Free but registration is required. This online Forum provides a sounding board for all adults on the Spectrum. The host[...]
Nov
30
Thu
Nov 30 all-day
What is the Medicare White Paper?
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, November 30th, 2023, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch and Learn” Via Zoom, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of Each[...]
Dec
6
Wed
Dec 6 all-day
Special Olympics Basketball for Ages 18+: Pembroke & South Shore Area
12:00 am
Tickets
Pembroke Community Middle School, Pembroke, MA, Information Night, December 6th, 7 p.m. Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Basketball is seeing Seeking Athletes, Partners & Asst. Coaches ages  18+. Open to residents of Pembroke & surrounding communities.[...]
Dec
7
Thu
Dec 7 all-day
Social Security Benefits & Work Incentives
12:00 am
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Webinar, December 7th, 2023, with Communitas of Wakefield, MA. Presented By Kathleen Kelly, Mpa, Cwic, Student Benefits Counselor. Learn About: Basic Information About Supplemental Security Income (SSI) & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDi) The Impact[...]
Dec
9
Sat
Dec 9 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 1
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Dec
16
Sat
Mar
16
Sat
Dec 16 2023 – Mar 16 2024 all-day
Special Olympics Basketball for Ages 18+: Pembroke & South Shore Area
12:00 am
Tickets
Pembroke, MA, December 2023 – March 2024. Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Basketball is open to Athletes, Partners & Asst. Coaches ages  18+. Open to residents of Pembroke & surrounding communities. * Pembroke Recreation, in partnership[...]
Dec
18
Mon
Dec 18 all-day
Disability Transition Training for Massachusetts Families
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 18th, 2023, with Seven Hills of Central Massachusetts. This workshop addresses the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities, ages 14-22, and focuses on the transition special education services needed to[...]
Dec
18
Mon
Dec 18 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, December 18th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
Dec
19
Tue
Dec 19 all-day
Community Game Day for Neurodivergent Pre-Teens & Teens
12:00 am
Tickets
Natick, MA, December 18th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * This is[...]
Dec
20
Wed
Dec 20 all-day
Problem-Solving Transition-to-Adult Workshops
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, with the Arc of Massachusetts, throughout 2023. Virtual Navigation Help with ARC staff. * Having issues navigating services? * Want tips on Turning 22? * Where do you start? Noon-1pm Jun 21 Jul 19th Aug 16[...]
Jan
1
Mon
Mar
1
Fri
Jan 1 – Mar 1 all-day
Scholarships for Students Born with a Facial Difference & Residing in New England
12:00 am
Tickets
Deadline, March 1st, 2024. The Foundation for Faces of Children scholarship annually awards post-secondary education scholarships (college or vocational / technical school) to promising students born with a facial difference. * The program annually awards[...]
Jan
6
Sat
Jan 6 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 1
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Jan
16
Tue
Jan 16 all-day
Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, 2023 & 2024, with MassFamilies. MA21 Advocates: Your voice is needed. You can help improve regulations and waivers at the Dept. of Developmental Services (DDS) to increase transparency, flexibility, and self-determination. September 19th, 2023 Topic:[...]
Jan
16
Tue
Jan 16 all-day
Navigating Special Education: Transitional Period
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 16th, 2023, with the Collaborative Parent Leadership Action Network in Boston. Free. An interactive workshop designed to help families navigate the special education system. * Transitional Period: Prepare for post-graduation options; whether it’s[...]
Jan
16
Tue
May
17
Fri
Jan 16 – May 17 all-day
Social Skills Group for Ages 12 - 17
12:00 am
Tickets
Brookline, MA, January – May 2024, with the Boston Peers Program. For teens and young adults with social skills challenges, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, social anxiety and other behavioral challenges, to thrive in their[...]
Jan
22
Mon
Jan 22 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 22nd, 2024, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
Jan
23
Tue
Jan 23 all-day
Navigating Special Education: Q & A
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, January 23rd, 2023, with the Collaborative Parent Leadership Action Network in Boston. Free. An interactive workshop designed to help families navigate the special education system. * Q&A: Ask questions directly to a special education[...]
Jan
31
Wed
Jan 31 all-day
Epic Community Service for Teens & Young Adults with Disabilities
12:00 am
Tickets
Boston and Worcester, 2024-2025 Service Warrior Applications are Now Available. Final Deadlines for Applications are due January 31st, 2024. * EPIC is now recruiting young people with disabilities between the ages of 16 and 23 who[...]
Feb
3
Sat
Feb 3 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 1
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Feb
6
Tue
Feb 6 all-day
Working Together: Disability Transition-to-Adult Training
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, English- February 6th, Spanish – February 8th, 2024. Part of the freewebinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. * The series is free, but[...]
Feb
9
Fri
Feb 9 all-day
Night To Shine Prom for Those with Special Needs Ages 14+
12:00 am
Tickets
Avon, MA, February 9th, 2023, with the Tim Tebow Foundation and the Grace Church. Night to Shine is a complimentary event for people with special needs hosted by local churches around the world. The event is[...]
Feb
14
Wed
Feb 14 all-day
Supporting Young Adults with Autism After High School
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, February 14th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Parent Series. The speaker will be Julie O’Brien, MEd, LMHC, is a family support clinician at the Lurie Center for[...]
Feb
18
Sun
Feb 18 all-day
Pre-Employment Program for Those Who are Blind or Visually Impaired
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, February 18th, 2023, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This is an overview of their Pre-Employment Program PEP), which is an intensive one-week residential workshop that equips young adults with the[...]
Feb
26
Mon
Feb 26 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, February 26th, 2024, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
Feb
28
Wed
Feb 28 all-day
"Work Without Limits" Career Fair
12:00 am
Tickets
February 29th, 2023, with the Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School.  The Work Without Limits Virtual Career Fair For Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers. Job Candidates will:[...]
Mar
9
Sat
Mar 9 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 2
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Mar
13
Wed
Mar 13 all-day
Combatting Unemployment in Autistic Adults
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, March 13th, 2024, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Parent Series. The speakers will Brett Mulder, PsyD, and Elise Wulff, MEd. About the speakers: * Elise Wulff oversees the[...]
Mar
19
Tue
Mar 19 all-day
Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, 2023 & 2024, with MassFamilies. MA21 Advocates: Your voice is needed. You can help improve regulations and waivers at the Dept. of Developmental Services (DDS) to increase transparency, flexibility, and self-determination. September 19th, 2023 Topic:[...]
Mar
25
Mon
Mar 25 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, March 25th, 2024, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
Apr
6
Sat
Apr 6 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 2
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Apr
22
Mon
Apr 22 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, April 22nd, 2024, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
May
4
Sat
May 4 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 2
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
May
21
Tue
May 21 all-day
Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, 2023 & 2024, with MassFamilies. MA21 Advocates: Your voice is needed. You can help improve regulations and waivers at the Dept. of Developmental Services (DDS) to increase transparency, flexibility, and self-determination. September 19th, 2023 Topic:[...]
May
27
Mon
May 27 all-day
Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinar, May 27th, 2024, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]
Jun
1
Sat
Jun 1 all-day
"Your Next Star Academy” Hands-on Training: Semester 2
12:00 am
Tickets
Burlington and Boston, MA, Fall & Winter, 2023 – 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Semester 1. The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center,[...]
Sep
17
Tue
Sep 17 all-day
Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, 2023 & 2024, with MassFamilies. MA21 Advocates: Your voice is needed. You can help improve regulations and waivers at the Dept. of Developmental Services (DDS) to increase transparency, flexibility, and self-determination. September 19th, 2023 Topic:[...]
Nov
19
Tue
Nov 19 all-day
Advocacy for MA DDS Self-Directed Services as Envisioned by the 2014 Real Lives Law
12:00 am
Tickets
Webinars, 2023 & 2024, with MassFamilies. MA21 Advocates: Your voice is needed. You can help improve regulations and waivers at the Dept. of Developmental Services (DDS) to increase transparency, flexibility, and self-determination. September 19th, 2023 Topic:[...]
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