Assistive Tech/Medically Complex Events in Massachusetts

Hadley, through December 2023, with the Center for Human Development of Western Mass. Open to anyone 4 years old and over with some upper body strength. They have adaptive rock climbing equipment available for use[...]

Webinar, September 25th, 2023, with the UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education. Ryan Cowley has been a sportswriter and is an author of three books — including his first, All the Right Words:[...]

Virtual Support Group, September – October, 2023, with the Aspire Program at Mass General Hospital. Parents and caregivers will learn how to customize a parenting guide (a comprehensive toolbox for home, school, and the community)[...]

Hartford, CT, September 28th, 2023. 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 &[...]

Virtual Event, September 30th, 2023. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is hosting the 3rd annual Northeastern ABA virtual conference, which includes talks from a diverse group of exciting researchers and professionals in the field. * This[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2023, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents / caregivers / family members / family partners of children[...]

Lexington, MA, October 14th, 2023, with Waypoint Adventures. Have you ever wanted to test out gear to see if it fits your needs? Have you ever wondered what the best off-road wheelchair or adaptive bike setup[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2023, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. This family training will be presented by Katie McDonald, CRC Director of Behavioral Services . * Katie will discuss how to use these[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Parent Series.. The speaker will be Chris Keary, MD Behavioral Director, Angelman Syndrome Behavioral Clinic Staff Psychiatrist, Lurie Center for[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2023, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Free and open to the public. In this webinar, Bruce Cohen, MD, PhD, will discuss the role of genetics in mental health and[...]

Webinar, October 19th, 2023, with Wakefield Public Schools Parent University. Guest Speaker Dr. Nadine Gaab is an associate professor of Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She will review typical and atypical reading[...]

Webinar, October 20th, 2023, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. This workshop will explore the highly individual ways that the work affects us as well as offering several strategies for chronic self-care. * Participants are welcome to[...]

Webinar, October 21st, 2023, with Boston Children’s Hospital. Join the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program’s Sign Language Workshop – Tiny Signs, Big Connection. * A baby sign language workshop for newer parents. * This workshop[...]

Sharon, MA, October 22nd, 2023, with the Sharon Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SSEPAC) in partnership with the Sharon Commission On Disabilities. Free. Learn about available no, low, and high tech devices. * Bring the[...]

Scituate, MA, October 24th, 2023, with the JBC PANS & PANDAs Foundation: Dr. Nancy O’Hara will be presenting to parents/caregivers of children & young adults with PANS/PANDAS and anyone with an interest in learning more[...]

Webinar, October 25th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Centner. Free. For families and providers in the community. Hear from Speeach Language Pathologists to learn about AAC. * This 90-minute presentation and Q and A will[...]

Webinar, October 25th, 2023, with the Northboro/Southboro SEPAC. Bullying: What Parents Need to Know. Workshop topics include: the school’s legal obligations to prevent bullying, strategies and tools for dealing with bullying, and how to address bullying[...]

Harvard Medical School in Boston, October 27th, 2024. Language Connections to Reading is for teachers, practitioners and parents to help them learn to identify, understand, and provide evidence-based teaching for students who have dyslexia and dyscalculia. *[...]

Sutton, MA, November 4th, 2023, with the Massachusetts State Association for the Deaf. Free.  The “Stepping up. Breaking Down Walls. How? Together!”conference is open for everyone in Massachusetts. Enjoy workshops, panel discussions, general meeting and[...]

Webinar, November 8th, 2023, with the Franklin and Medway Special Education Parent Advisory Councils. Tools for Learning. Skills for Life. -Executive Function Strategies for Creating Successful Students. For students of all ages. * Learn more[...]

Concord, NH, November 8th, 2023 with the Coalition of Caring. 17th Annual Statewide Caregiver’s Conference. Free. An Online Listening and Learning Series, “Embracing and Overcoming Caregiver Compassion Fatigue”. * The coalition was created in October of[...]

Webinar, November 8th, 2023, with the Justice Resource Institute Family Advisory Council. This workshop is part of the JRI’s Family Advisory Councils Caregiver Connection Series. * These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for[...]

Webinars, November 9th, 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[...]

Webinar, November 14th, 2023, with Learning Prep School in Waltham, MA. Free. This session offers parents, guardians and educators an opportunity to reflect on practical strategies for managing our own social-emotional well-being while coaching our[...]

Webinar, November 15th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” presentation Series. * Join an discussion with Jacob Hooker, PhD. About the speaker: * Jacob Hooker, PhD, is with the MGH[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, December 2nd, 2023. Explore in the Discovery Museum’s ADA-compliant and universally designed museum during this special, free afternoon dedicated to families with d/Deaf, hard of hearing, and KODA children. * The Museum will[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, December 13th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The speaker will be Nicole Simon, EdM, BCBA, LABA.  About the speaker: * Nicole Simon has extensive experience[...]

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[...]

Webinar, December 14th, 2023. More webinars on the 3nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA.  Free but exclusively for SESPs, PCTI Graduates and SEPAC Chairpersons. * For[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2023, with the Weymouth SEPAC. The Weymouth SEPAC will host Kim Petit – WPS assistive technology specialist and also our former co chair of the SEPAC. * The presentation will cover assistive[...]

Webinar, December 21st, 2023, with the Parent / Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPAL staff will present the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s program Talk Saves Lives to teach participants about the second leading cause of[...]

Webinar, January 3rd, 2024, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. A caregiver with burnout often feels overwhelmed and may be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted from the stressors and weight of caring for loved ones.[...]

Webinar, January 4th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. This meeting is for parents, caregivers, family members, family partners, and peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health[...]

Webinar, January 5th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Webinar, January 7th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Presented by Arianna Coles, M.OT, Registered Occupational Therapist. This presentation will use the developmental progression of skills as an outline for supporting children and young adults with[...]

Somerville, MA, January 7th, 2024. 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[...]

Attleboro, MA, January 8th & 9th, 2024, with the Arc of Bristol County. Bring your IEP documents such as IEP’s, evaluations, progress reports, behavioral plans, and any other relevant paperwork. * The Arc’s educational advocates[...]

Virtual Town Hall, January 10th, 2024 with The Parent/Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPAL Statewide Meetings are only for people with lived experience, including Family Members, Family Partners, Family Support Specialists, Parent/Caregivers, Others in Family Support[...]

Webinar, January 9th, 2024, with Boston Children’s Hospital Otolaryngology and Communication Enhancement Family Education and Advocacy Team. Transitions Workshops Connections. Beyond the clinic Funded by the Decibels Foundation and The Caroline Bass Fund Topics include:[...]

Somerville, MA, January 10th, 2024. 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[...]

Webinar, January 10tj, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. This meeting is for parents, caregivers, family members, family partners, and peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health[...]

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[...]

Webinar January 11th, 2024, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Sustained fear and worry can be symptoms of anxiety disorders, and persistent attention dysregulation can be a sign of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. *[...]

Webinar, January 12th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Somerville, MA, January 14th, 2024. 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[...]

Webinar, January 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. Many schools still struggle to become places of widespread and meaningful inclusion for children and youth with disabilities. Hear about a framework for reflecting upon[...]

Webinar, January 16th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. This meeting is for parents, caregivers, family members, family partners, and peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health[...]

Webinar, January 17th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The speaker will be Alyssa Travers, PhD About the speaker: * Dr. Alyssa Milot Travers is a licensed[...]

Webinar, January 19th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Webinar Series, January 22nd – March 10th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Review the purpose of AAC, the visual behaviors of CVI, and considerations around assessment, design, implementation, data collection,[...]

Cambrige, MA, January 22–March 9, 2024, with The Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East. Free. Sundays 1:00–2:00 pm. Available for blind and visually impaired visitors, this tour explores the From Stone to Silicone exhibition[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2024, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is a group established under Massachusetts General Law who works with the Boston Public[...]

Webinar, January 26th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

DCR’s Leo J. Martin Ski Track, Weston, MA, January 27th, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. The Adaptive Sports New England 2024 Youth Para Nordic (cross-country) Skiing clinic is an introduction to Para Nordic skiing[...]

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[...]

Webinar, February 6th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part of their 2023 – 2024 Transition Talks Family Workshops. These workshops are designed to help you plan your[...]

Webinar, February 6th, 2024, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Jill Dyment, Program Manager, Aspire Child Services, is offering a new parent and caregiver workshop this fall for parents of elementary and[...]

Mansfield, MA, February 6th, with the Mansfield SEPAC. Mansfield SEPAC invites you to gain an advance look at the new IEP form which is coming out this year. Director of Special Education Jim Leonard will[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2024, with Commonwealth Learning Center of Needham, MA.  Free. Seasoned Assistive Technologist, Accessibility Expert, and Accommodation Specialist Diana Petschauer, M.Ed, ATP, will discuss and demonstrate assistive tech strategies and realistic implementation to[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2024, with the Boston Ability Center: This  This presentation will give an overview of the different types of childhood speech disorders, how they’re diagnosed, and current research evidence on effective treatment techniques.[...]

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[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2024, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of Massachusetts (SPAN).This event is for Families, Youth/Young adults with disabilities and adult System representatives. * Topics:  Hear the personal lived experience of someone with[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2024, with Learning Prep School in Waltham, MA. Free. This session will provide information to parents, guardians, and educators about the importance of self-determination skills, outside agencies that offer help with employment[...]

Acton, MA, February 10th, 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[...]

Natick, MA, and Virtual, February 10th – May 4th, 2024, The Family Leadership Series is spread out over four sessions. It will be a combination in-person and virtual sessions. To participate you must attend all[...]

August 26th – September 30th, 2024, with the Boston Fencing Club. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower[...]

Webinar, February 12th, 2024,with the Western Massachusetts Training Consortium. The Support Network Champions for Children’s Emotional Health. Has your child received Department of Mental Health Services? Or would you like to hear more about what[...]

Worcester, MA, February 14th, 2024,Worcester Court Complex Atrium, 225 Main Street, 1st Floor, Worcester MA. Stop by and chat with local community agencies to connect with resources. There will be valuable information for families and[...]

Boston, MA, February 15th, 2024. Join the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts for their 2024 Advocacy Day at the Massachusett State House. * Brain Injury Advocacy Day is anopportunity for you to learn about BIA-MA’s legislative[...]

Somerville, MA, February 18th, 2024. 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[...]

Boston, MA, February 25th, 2024, with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Massachusetts Chapter. The NAMI Mass Impact Summit is an event focused on addressing and advancing solutions to significant statewide, national, or global challenges.[...]

August 26th – September 30th, 2024, with the Boston Fencing Club. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower[...]

Webinar, February 27th, 2024, with NESCA of Newton, MA. For students who are neurodivergent or have learning disabilities/mental health issues, college is often a large endeavor. Data suggest that success rates are often poor for[...]

Danvers, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Northeast Arc. If you are the parent of a middle or high school aged child with autism, looking to connect with other parents for support, to share[...]

Webinar, February 28th, 2024, with the Chris Walsh Center in Framingham, MA. AThis event is a casual discussion group that is a follow up to the cengter’s February 7th Sibling Support: Building Resiliency Among Siblings[...]

Webinar, February 28th, 2024, with PPal of Massachusetts. For Police, First Responders, Mobile Crisis, Community Behavioral Health Centers, and all community members interested in supporting crisis. LEARN MORE ABOUT: Children’s Mental Health Understand child and adolescent[...]

Webinar, February 28th 2024, with the Longmeadow, MA, Public Schools. A representative from the Federation of Children with Special Needs will explain the rights and responsibilities of a 504 Plan, who is eligible, what it[...]

Webinar, February 29th, 2024, with the Norfolk, MA, SEPAC and Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Fre.. They welcome both parents and professionals to join this discussion. This presentation addresses: What is bullying? What[...]

Webinar, February 29th, 2024, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is a group established under Massachusetts General Law who works with the Boston Public[...]

Framingham, MA, March 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts Early Intervention Division, Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition. Department of Public Health. Free. The Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program is hosting ttheir annual Parent Forum on March 2nd[...]

Webinar, March 5th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part of their 2023 – 2024 Transition Talks Family Workshops. These workshops are designed to help you plan your[...]

Webinar, March 7th, 2024, with Landmark of Prides Crossing, MA Free and open to the public. Presented by Melissa Orkin, Director of Crafting Minds Group, and Adam Hickey, Landmark Research Coordinator and Outreach. * Crafting Minds[...]

Webinar, March 7th, 2024, with Commonwealth Learning Center of Needham, MA. Executive Functions are the foundations of complex human behaviors. What do we know about them, and how can that knowledge and our own common[...]

Webinar, March 12th, 2024, the the Andover, MA, SEPAC. Dr. Nicholas Golden will speak on the topics of Executive Functioning and ADHD. Dr. Golden has always been inspired by helping people learn, heal and grow[...]

Webinar, March 12th, 2024, with Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs. When signing up,[...]

Acton, MA, March 15th – 17th, 2024, with Open Door Theater. Follow the yellow brick road over the rainbow in this stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the[...]

Acton, MA, March 18th, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Free with pre-registration. Explore in the Discovery Museum’s ADA-compliant and universally designed museum during this special, special free morning for visitors who are Deaf, Hard[...]

Brighton, MA, March 18th – April 24th, 2024. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. This program is ideal for new rowers and recreational rowers with physical[...]

Cambrige, MA, March 18–April 24, 2024, with The Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East. Free. Sundays 1:00–2:00 pm. Available for blind and visually impaired visitors, this tour explores the From Stone to Silicone exhibition[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA, Spring 2024.  A weekly Sensory Friendly Storytime program for children birth 6 years old on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. * The library encourages registration, though are completely welcoming of[...]

Webinar, March 21st, 2024, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Free. For health care professionals and parents and educators. Learn from McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School faculty about how best to support the young[...]

Acton, MA, March 22nd – 24th, 2024, with Open Door Theater. Follow the yellow brick road over the rainbow in this stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the[...]

Salem, MA, March 25th – June 3rd, 2024, with Spaulding Hospitals’ Adaptive Sports Centers. A Multi-Week Sports Series for Youth with Visually Impairments Ages 9-17.  During this multi-week sports series, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center staff will[...]

Webinar, March 26th, 2024, with UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) Expert Speaker Series Spring 2024. Free. Research has shown suicide to be a leading cause of death for autistic people. This presentation will[...]

Danvers, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Northeast Arc. If you are the parent of a middle or high school aged child with autism, looking to connect with other parents for support, to share[...]

Webinar, March 27th, 2024, with Families for Depression Awareness of Waltham, MA. For caregivers to be effective, they need to have the right resources and support. This is when having a crisis plan – which may[...]

Webinar, March 27th, 2024, with the Andover MA Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Andover SEPAC will host Dr. Amy Wheadon, who will discuss Recognizing Sensory Processing Challenges and Empowering Your Child. This parent workshop is[...]

Webinars, March 28th, 2024, in English & Spanish, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with[...]

Webinar, April 2nd, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part of their 2023 – 2024 Transition Talks Family Workshops. These workshops are designed to help you plan your[...]

Brookline, MA, April 2nd, 2024, with the Brookline Public Library. This presentation will explore social skills challenges faced by neurodiverse teens and young adults, examining their potential impact on personal, educational, and professional aspects of[...]

Webinar, April 2nd – 4th, 2024, presented by Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School. Free for DDS staff and providers. This training is geared toward employment professionals, case managers and rehabilitation counselors. Training[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Webinar, April 10th, 2024, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington “Coffee Convo” Presentation Series.  Join an discussion with Chris McDougle, MD.” About the speaker: * Chris McDougle, MD, is the Director for the[...]

Suffolk University Law School, Boston, and Virtual Option available, April 10th, 2024. Free and open to the public. Registration is now open for Disability Connections, the Massachusetts’ Office on Disability’s networking event for the Massachusetts[...]

The Atrium of the Dimitry Building Northern Essex Community College, Lawrence, MA, April 11th, 2024, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Hosted by the The Northern Essex Community College Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Services, Gallaudet[...]

Worcester, MA, April 11th, 2024, with Epilepsy New England. The UMass Epilepsy Education Conference provides an opportunity for patients and families impacted by epilepsy to learn, share, ask and connect. Topics: Mozart and Epilepsy New[...]

Submission Deadlines for both are April 12th, 2024,  with the the Institute for Community Inclusion of Massachusetts. The Gopen and Crocker Fellowships are sponsored by Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities and their Network partners: The Institute for[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Brighton, MA, April 17th – May 22nd, 2024, with CRI Community Rowing. The Para Open Rowing program is for youth and adults with disabilities with physical, sensory, and intellectual challenges. Classes are available for youth[...]

Webinar April 17th, 2024, with a Newton, MA, Neuropsychology & Education group. Free.  Webinar led by Lyndsay Wood, OTD, OTR/L, NESCA Occupational Therapist; Transition Specialist. * When a student is chronically depressed or severely anxious,[...]

Hanover, MA, April 21st, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Framingham, MA, April 22nd, 2o24, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Free and open to the public.  Join  a day of visiting with Assistive Technology vendors in the ballroom, participating in demonstrations, attending presentations,[...]

Webinar, martes, 22 de abril, 2024, con Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. ¿Ha pensado en lo que hará si su hijo necesita ser examinado para hospitalización debido a conductas o pensamientos inseguros? ¿Cuáles son[...]

Maria Weston Chapman Playground, Weymouth, April 23rd, 2o24, with the Weymouth SEPAC and the Arc of the South Shore’s Autism Resource Center. They will bring together a diverse range of resources, support services, and educational opportunities[...]

Webinar, April 23rd, 2024, with the Charles River Center of Waltham, MA. This registration is for the workshop series hosted by Charles River Center and presented by Karen Lopez, FCSN Early Childhood Information Specialist. *[...]

Webinar, April 24th, 2024, May 3rd, 2023, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region.  What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region presents this live webinar for[...]

Ipswich, MA, April 25th – June 15th, 2024. The Massachusetts Chapter of the  National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMIMass) Family-to-Family course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, April 27th, 2024, 5 – 8 pm. Free evening for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those that are deaf, blind, or autistic. The Museum will be closed to the[...]

Amherst, MA, April 27th, 8 a.m. – 12:30 pm, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Free. Looking for information, support, and assistance as a parent, caregiver, or professionalworking with children with[...]

Hanover, MA, April 28th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Worcester, MA, and Virtual Option, April 30th & May 1st, 2024. The conference has reached in-person capacity and will not be able to accept walk-in registrations, however registration for Virtual Attendance is still open. The[...]

Danvers, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Northeast Arc. If you are the parent of a middle or high school aged child with autism, looking to connect with other parents for support, to share[...]

Webinar, April 30th, 2024, 6:30 p.m., at Wellesley High School Auditorium, with the Wellesley PTSO, Wellesley Health Department & WPS Department Of Student Services. Parents will learn dependable strategies to help their children manage anxiety,moods, social[...]

Suffolk University Law School, Boston MA, or virtually on Zoom. You are invited to learn about accessibility and inclusion priorities in the City of Boston. The Mayor’s Commission for People with Disabilities in partnership with the[...]

East Boston, May 4th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. This open house with Piers Park Sailing will include information about how their summer programs are inclusive to participant with a cognitive or physical disability. *[...]

Hanover, MA, May 5th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

April 5th, 2025, with the Boston Fencing Club. Free. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower limb differences,[...]

Webinar, May 7th, 2024, with Foundation for Faces of Children in Brookline, MA. Join part one of a two-part webinar series involving the prenatal and newborn care of children born with a cleft. Sessions will[...]

Boston, May 13th, 2024. The annual Disability Pride Celebration at Fenway Park will be held on Monday, May 13. Ticket holders who purchase through this special offer will receive an exclusive Red Sox hat with[...]

Boston, MA, May 14th, 2024, with the National Alliance of Mental Health Massachusetts Chapter.  Hit a homerun for mental health. Join us at NAMI Massaachusetts for a special Mental Health Day game on May 14th,[...]

Webinar, May 14th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part of their 2023 – 2024 Transition Talks Family Workshops. These workshops are designed to help you plan your[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2024, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The speaker will be Dr. James Bath is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician. About the speaker: * *[...]

Boston, May 16th, 2024, with the Museum of Fine Arts. Join the MFA’s seventh annual ASL Night, a celebration of Deaf culture welcoming members of the Deaf community and friends and features a Resource Fair.[...]

Webinar, May 16th, 2024, with Foundation for Faces of Children in Brookline, MA. Join part two of a two-part webinar series involving the prenatal and newborn care of children born with a cleft. Sessions will[...]

May 16th, 2024, with the Springfield Massachusetts Public Schools Transition Academy. District-Wide – Springfield Public Schools Special Education students who are 14 years to 22 years old, and their parents. All students and families who[...]

Newton, MA, May 16th & 17th, 2024, with MEDA (Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association). MEDA’s 2024 Conference is designed to provide the latest treatment modality updates for eating disorder diagnostic criteria per the revised edition of the[...]

Webinar, May 16th, 2024, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Dr. Jesse M. Crosby Shares How To Recognize and Address Obsessions, Compulsions, and Signs of Anxiety Disorders. Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) manifests in all kinds of[...]

Webinar, May 17th, 2024, with the Disability Law Center in Boston.  The Disability Law Center of Massachusetts presents Keep Kids in Classrooms – Stop the Use of Exclusionary Time Out Rooms in Schools.  Learn from top[...]

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[...]

Bristol, RI, May 18th 2024, with the Rhode Island Department of Health. Adaptive Bike Event – Open to ages 14+. All abilities and experience levels welcome. Refreshments and Equipment will be provided. * Transportation reimbursement[...]

Concord, MA, May 18th, 2024, cosponsored by Raising Moxie and The Concord Free Public Library.  Dr. Karin Hodges will shed light on the systems and professions that have inadvertently contributed to the rise of childhood[...]

April 5th, 2025, with the Boston Fencing Club. Free. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower limb differences,[...]

Webinar, May 21st, 2024, with Boston Public Schools. Discuss strategies to provide communication opportunities for children in the early stages of language development and beyond as well as the many ways to increase a student’s access[...]

Webinar, May 21st – May 23rd, 2024, presented by Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School. Free for DDS staff and providers. This training is geared toward employment professionals, case managers and rehabilitation counselors.[...]

Webinar, May 21st, 2024, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest in Framingham. Understanding a child’s language processing style is key to providing appropriate modifications, accommodations, and intervention. Join Speech-Language Pathologist Megan Romanczyk from Boston Ability[...]

Webinar, May 22nd, 2024, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Presenter Rebekah Gibbons, LICSW, will take participants through four common scenarios. In each scenario, she will teach parents and caring adults how to[...]

Webinar, May 22nd, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant only for family members raising children with mental health needs, as well as[...]

Webinar, May 23rd, 2024, with the May Institute in Randolph, MA. Free. Meltdowns can be scary and emotional for all involved. During this webinar discuss strategies and helpful suggestions for preventing and managing meltdowns. * This[...]

Danvers, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Northeast Arc. If you are the parent of a middle or high school aged child with autism, looking to connect with other parents for support, to share[...]

Somerville, MA, May 29th, 2024. 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[...]

Virtual Event, May 29th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Office on Disability. Free and open to the public. Quarterly Tea with MOD: Serving Customers with Disabilities. Target audience: Staff and owners of places that serve the[...]