Assistive Tech/Medically Complex Events in Massachusetts

Brighton, through October 31st, 2024. With Community Rowing in Brighton. * There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of[...]

East Boston, September & October 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. For youth ages 10 and older. Sailing After School is a program for youth to rapidly advance through PPSC’s sailing curriculum with a 4:1 student[...]

Lawrence, MA, with Virtual Options, September 24th – October 26th, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. Five in-person classes will take place at DEAF Inc. in Lawrence, MA. Five[...]

Webinars, every Tuesday through 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. The Federation’s Transition team is working with Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to tell you about an innovative pilot project, NextGen[...]

Worcester, MA, October 4th, 2024, with Deaf Inc of Boston and the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. Featuring: Elisa Valles, Dr. Alex Wilkins, Dr. Melissa Anderson. *  Dr. Melissa Anderson. Melissa Anderson is a hearing,[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, October 5th, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Boston, MA, October 5th, 2024, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only[...]

Boston, MA, October 5th, 2024, with the Northeastern American Sign Language & Interpreting Education Program. Learn about local ASL resources and support local programs. The American Sign Language & Interpreting Education Program curriculum is an[...]

Acton, MA, October 5th, 2024, 5 – 8 p.m. Join a special free evening for visitors on the autism spectrum and their families or caregivers. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and universally-designed museum while[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session[...]

Acton, MA, Summer & Fall 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected *[...]

Virtual Event, October 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind. The MCB invites employers to participate in their Virtual Reverse Job Fair, an innovative event designed to connect employers with talented, legally blind[...]

Webinars, October 10th, 2024, and the 2nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. Are you a: RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant, or SEPAC Officer?[...]

Providence, RI, October 11th, 2024, 6 p.m. The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England is hosting an event for their members  at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Registration Deadline: October 1st,[...]

Springfield, MA, October 13th, 2024. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

October 15th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Dr. Lance Clawson, a psychiatrist specializing in Autism and behavioral health, will guide particpants in creating a support plan[...]

Webinar, October 16th, 2024, with Boston Children’s Hospital Family Education and Advocacy Team.  College Transition Workshop For Deaf & Hard Of Hearing High School Juniors, Seniors And Their Families – , 6:30-8:30 p.m. Learn about:[...]

Massachusetts State House, Boston, MA, October 18th 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Commission for the Blind and Perkins School for the Bind.  Celebrate the independence of the white cane and help raise awareness of the White Cane[...]

Nashua NH, October 18th & 19th, 2024, with the Spina Bifida Association of New England. SBAGNE serves individuals, families, and caregivers living in New England with Spina Bifida. Join them for their bi-annual Conference and[...]

Norwood, MA, throughout 2024, with Above the Clouds. The “Dream Flight” program with Above the Clouds brings the wonder of flight to children and teens who have a serious illness or disability, are underserved, or[...]

Webinar, October 19th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Join a baby sign language workshop for newer parents.  This workshop will provide an introduction to using American Sign Language vocabulary in order to facilitate[...]

Farmington, CT, October 19th, 2024.  Free. 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[...]

Boston, MA, and Virtual Options, October 23rd, 2024. The Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities is hosting the Inaugural National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration at the Massachusetts State House. This event will[...]

Webinar, October 23rd, 2024, with the Epilepsy Foundation of New England. Join Dr. George Culler as we discuss SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy). George W. Culler, MD, practices in Lebanon, New Hampshire, and specializes[...]

October 25th, 2024, with the Boston Fencing Club. Have you always been interested in fencing but didn’t know where to start?  Envisioning Access and the Boston Fencing Club, are hosting an accessible fencing event for[...]

Acton, MA, October 26th, 2024, 5 – 8 p.m. A special free Halloween event for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those that are deaf, blind, or autistic. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience[...]

Virtual Group, October 26th, 2024. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program are co-hosting a quarterly support group for families of children with Down syndrome and special health care[...]

Tufts University, Medford, October 27th, 2024. Join Adaptive Sports New England and many adaptive sports organizations from throughout New England for a day full of fun, games and new experiences. * This day is designed[...]

Hartford, CT, October 27th, 2024. To create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for anyone with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences, the Center has made several accommodations at the Connecticut Science Center[...]

Norwood, MA, November 1st, 2024.  The Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy and Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association are hosting their Annual Conference – Adaptive for Exellence – Innovation in Occupational Therapy. It will feature Keynote[...]

Norwood, MA, throughout 2024, with Above the Clouds. The “Dream Flight” program with Above the Clouds brings the wonder of flight to children and teens who have a serious illness or disability, are underserved, or[...]

Boston, MA, November 2nd, 2024, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session[...]

Springfield, MA, November 10th, 2024. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Acton, MA, Summer & Fall 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected *[...]

Warwick, RI, November 14th & 15th, 2024 . The Assistive Technology Conference of New England is dedicated to technology, people with disabilities, families and professionals. ATCNE is hosted by TechACCESS of RI. Keynote Speaker: TBA[...]

November 16th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. A free, in-person, half-day, Saturday transition event focused on building an effective life plan for young adults with disabilities.[...]

November 19th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Discuss the importance of fostering inclusive social environments and opportunities to support the emotional growth and overall well-being of[...]

Boston, MA, November 22nd, 2024, 5 – 7 p.m.  “Masks Optional” event. Eveningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a few[...]

Acton, MA, November 23rd, 2024, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. A special free evening for adults and children who are blind, DeafBlind, or have a visual impairment. Enjoy theaccessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery[...]

Newton, MA, and Virtual Option – November 26th 2024, with Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. Free and open to the general public, consumers, families, friends, and professionals. * Find low vision and blindness-specific[...]

Acton, MA, Summer & Fall 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected *[...]

Boston, MA, December 7th, 2024, 8 – 10 a.m., “All Masks ON” event. Morningstar Access Morningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are[...]

Acton, MA, December 7th, 2024, 5 – 8 p.m. Join a special free evening for visitors on the autism spectrum and their families or caregivers. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and universally-designed museum while[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session[...]

Springfield, MA, December 8th, 2024. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Worcester, MA, December 18th, 2024. Sensory Performance at 4 pm only. ASL Performance – December 22nd. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns to[...]

Boston, MA, December 18th, 2o24.  How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musicial will feature the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he[...]

Worcester, MA, December 22nd, 7 pm only. Sensory-Friendly Performance – December 18th. Adapted by the president and CEO Troy Siebels and featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ, this annual production returns to the main stage with[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session[...]

Springfield, MA, January 12th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Online, January 14th – March 20th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]

Virtual Group, January 25th, 2025. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program are co-hosting a quarterly support group for families of children with Down syndrome and special health care[...]

Springfield, MA, February 9th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Virual Event, February 26th, 2025, with Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School of Shrewsbury. The Work Without Limits Virtual Career Fair For Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers.[...]

Springfield, MA, March 9th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Springfield, MA, April 13th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Springfield, MA, May 11th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Springfield, MA, June 8th, 2025. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum, will host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. * Sensory[...]

Online, June 17th – 26th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and abroad.[...]

Online, July 7th – August 7th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]

Online, September 16th – November 20th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]