Assistive Tech/Medically Complex Events in Massachusetts

Hopkinton, MA, September 10th, 2023 – October 29th, 2023. Hopkinton’s Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and placement program for young athletes with disabilities. * TOPSoccer athletes (open to children[...]

Southborough, MA, September 16th – December 9th, 2023. Level Two. Register by September 4th. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 2 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities[...]

Lexington MA United Soccer Club, Fall 2023. Open to families in the surrounding communities as well. TOPSoccer is designed to meet the needs of children and young adults that have physical and/or intellectual disabilities. The[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

Boston / Roxbury, September 17th – October 29th, 2023. Register by September 15th.  Unified soccer program in Roxbury. Program meets Sunday’s from 4 pm to 5 pm * Age range to participate is 8 to[...]

Norfolk, MA, September 17th – October 27th, 2023. King Philip TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered through King Philip[...]

Belmont, MA, September 19th – October 21st, 2023. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Signup by September 6th. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

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[...]

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 &[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

Millis, MA, October 7th – 28th, 2023, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For  ages 12 – 22 with special needs. Open to residents & non-residents. Don’t sit on the bench, get in the game.[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, October 15th – November 19th, 2023. Register by October 18th. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2024. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

Northboro, MA, November 11th – December 5th, 2023, with the Northboro Recreation Department. Free. Northborough is partering with Special Olympics to offer a Unified Soccer Program. Unified is open to all people both with or without intellectual[...]

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[...]

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, 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,[...]

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[...]

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, 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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 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[...]

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, 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 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Amesbury, MA, Februry 28th – March 27th, 2024, with the Amesbury Soccer Association.  Free. For youth with disabilities in grades K-8. This is a soccer program for players with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities. Each[...]

Malden, MA, Registration is March 1st – May 30th, 2024,  for the April – June Session. Malden Youth Soccer’s TOPSoccer program is open to children ages 4-20 with any disabilities (physical, intellectual, etc.) * Children learn[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Billerica Memorial High School, Billerica, MA, registration in person is March 30th, 9  a.m. to 12 noon, for Fall 2024. Billerica Pop Warner is offering it’s first Adaptive Cheer Team for ages 5-18 years old.[...]

Auburn, MA, Registration is open until April 1st, 2024. TOPSoccer- (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered only through local US[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Wilmington, MA, April 6th – June 9th, 2024, with BeyondTops.  Beyond TOPS is a 501c3 non profit organization whose sole purpose is to integrate children with mental and physical disabilities into the community through sports.[...]

Holden, MA, April 7th – June 23rd, 2024 – Registration open until May 10th. The Holden Youth Soccer  Spring Unified (inclusion w/ Spec Olympics) teams are composed of players both with and without intellectual disabilities (ID)[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Danvers, April – May, 2024, with Danvers Youth Socccer. DYS TOPSoccer (aka Special Kickers) is a developmental program for children with cognitive learning disabilities, with an emphasis on building skills, being active, developing sportsmanship, and having[...]

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[...]

Hingham, MA, April 21st – June 9th, 2024. South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP)  has  offers soccer program for students with special needs. This program is offered to participants ages 4-22 who receive special[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Holden, MA, April 27th – June 23rd, 2024. The Holden Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Program is for  youth with special needs ages 5-14 and live in the central Massachusetts area. It is a volunteer-driven, community-based program[...]

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[...]

Arlington, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2024, with the Arlington Soccer Club. Free. Participants do not need to reside in Arlington or attend school in Arlington. TOPSoccer is a recreational soccer program for players[...]

Fitchburg, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2024. Free. The Fitchburg Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Program is a program for children with special needs. Children who live in the Central Massachusetts area and are between the[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, May 30th, 2o24, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Central West. Free and open to the public.  Join  a day of visiting with Assistive Technology vendors in the ballroom, participating in demonstrations,[...]

Randolph, MA, June 1st, 2024. Free and open to the public. Join the MDDC and other community organizations for the 2nd Annual Randolph Day event, a celebration of community spirit and fun for all age.[...]

Acton, MA, June 3rd, 2024. A special free morning for visitors who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and universally designed museum while exploring our interactive exhibits[...]

Webinar, June 4th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Discuss the key aspects of coming of age and explore how we can support individuals in being self-determined with the least restrictions,[...]

Somerville, MA, June 9th, 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, June 11th, 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, June 11th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Supported decision-making (SDM) is a unique and empowering process for helping a young adult without taking away legal rights in court. It[...]

Webinar, June 12th, 2024, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. *Are you interested in high tech augmentative and alternative communication for a student, patient, or loved one? * Nicole Williams, M.S. CCC-SLP, a[...]

Worcester Talking Book Library, June 15th, 2024. African rhythms, history, and culture merge into movement, cultural exploration, and joy  with Crocodile River Music.  Internationally recognized, the group consists of members from Mali, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Guinea,[...]

Webinar, June 18th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. In 2022, the National Guardianship Network introduced “The Guardianship Bill of Rights.” Although documents protecting adults needing decisional support are common around the[...]

Worcester, MA, June 21st, 2024, with the Worcester Public Library’s Talking Book Library. Join the Talking Book Library for an audio-described movie matinee.  Snacks will be provided and all are welcome. * Audio description (AD)[...]

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[...]

Worcester, MA, June 22nd, 2024. The Bigger Dipper Ice Cream Festival & AbilityFest invites all of Central Massachusetts residents for an inclusive community-wide event. AbilityFEST celebrates the abilities of us all. * The Bigger Dipper Ice[...]

Newmarket, NH, June 22nd, 2024, with the Spina Bifida Association of Greater new England. Free. SBAGNE members will be gathering to cool down and splash around at a local Splash Pad. * This is an[...]

Somerville, MA, June 23rd, 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, Registration open to until June 23rd – 25th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. CVI Conference: Building Meaningful Recognition. According to recent research by the CVI Center at Perkins, less[...]

Deadline to Apply is July 20th, 2024. For autistic self-advocates over the age of 13 living in the United States. Together with the legendary performer and autism self-advocate Kodi Lee, the Flutie Foundation is providing[...]

Virtual Group, June 24th, 2024, with Foundation for Faces of Children in Brookline, MA This event is for those living in one of the New England states. Want to meet other young adults within the[...]

Virtual Event, June 24th, 2024, with the Disability Advocates Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR). DAAHR is a coalition organized by BCIL and the Disability Policy Consortium. Their virtual forum will discuss MassHealth’s plan to set[...]

Webinar, June 25th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Guardians are appointed to provide decisional support in areas where a young adult has challenges. For family guardians, who have been caring[...]

Somerville, MA, June 30th, 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[...]

East Boston, For all Summer 2024 classes, July – August 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. 2024 Enrollment Dates For Spring And Summer:  March 1 – East Boston Residents. • April 1 – Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop,[...]

Worcester, MA, July 2nd, 2024, with the Worcester Public Library’s Talking Book Library. Join the Talking Book Library for an audio-described movie matinee.  Snacks will be provided and all are welcome. * Audio description (AD)[...]

Boston, MA, July 6th, 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, July 14, 2024, with the Museum of Science. The Museum is providing ASL interpretation for select Omni, Planetarium, Live Animal, and Lightning! shows. Use code ASL24 for free admission to the Museum and[...]

Newton, MA, July 17th, 2024, with Understanding Our Differences. This July marks Disability Pride Month and also the 34th anniversary of the signing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Understanding Our Differences is joining[...]

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 17th, 2024. 12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.[...]

Worcester, MA, July 17th, 2024, with the Disability Law Center. The DLC wants to hear from you about your concerns and hopes for the future in making Worcester, and Massachusetts, a better place to live[...]

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, with the Boston Children’s Museum. Join in for excerpts from Abilities Dance Boston’s “The Banned Ballet” come to life! Abilities Dance Boston will be performing scenes across three weekends that showcase the vibrant[...]

Methuen, MA, July 20th, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. Do you have a child who is deaf or hard of hearing? Join the Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and[...]

Hampton Beach State Park, NH, July 25th, 2024, with ACLU New Hampshire. This event will focus on making Hampton Beach State Park more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Join a day filled with informative speakers, engaging[...]

Online Support Group, July 27th, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For individuals with Down syndrome of all ages, families & friends, with Boston Children Hospital’s Angela Lombardo, LICSW, and MDSC’s Sarah Cullen. * MDSC and[...]

Fairhaven / South Shore, MA, July 28th, 2024.  The Fairhaven Commission on Disability and M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. are hosting a Diverse Abilities Celebration. July marks the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a[...]

Dunn State Park, Gardner, August 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council. Celebrate 34 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Help mark the anniversary of one of the most important pieces of[...]

Boston, MA, August 2nd & 3rd, 2024, with the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance.  If your child has had epilepsy surgery, or may need it, this conference may be for you. Learn from some of the world’s[...]

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[...]

Attleboro, MA, August 4th, 2024, with Rare New England. *This event now has a wait list. Please contact the host below for more information. Rare New England’s “Roaring For Rare” is a Rare disease for families.[...]

Attleboro, MA, August 4th, 2024, with Rare Disease New England. Rare New England (RNE) is teaming up with a local zoo for a day of fun.  Enjoy music, a scavenger hunt, face painting, balloon animals, beloved[...]

Boston, MA, August 16th, 2024, 5 – 7 p.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[...]

Worcester, MA, August 16th,  2024. The Worcester Red Sox (WooSox) will welcome Best Buddies of Massachusetts and Rhode Island for an afternoon of camaraderie and baseball at the triple-A stadium, Polar Park. *  Celebrate inclusion[...]

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, August 17th, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England & Community Boating Inc.’s Universal Access Program.  These sessions are designed specifically for athletes with visual or mobility impairments. * Emphasis is placed on sailing[...]

Hyannis, MA, August 23rd, 2024, with New England Deaf. There will be a SignTasTic! show for kids at 1 PM.  SignTasTic! show for everyone at 7 PM by Daniel Cook. * See show live on[...]

Boston, Fenway Park, August 25th, 2024.. The Red Sox are hosting a Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Late-Deafened, and Deafblind Day at Fenway Park on Sunday, August 25th at 1:35 pm. * Show your support for all the valuable[...]

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, August 30th, 2024, with Deaf Inc of Massachusetts. What is an IEP? How does an IEP work? How does it affect my child? What can I do to empower my child for their success? Need[...]

Auburn, MA, August 31st 2024/Fall with The United Soccer of Auburn.  TOPSoccer- (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered only through[...]

Lawrence, MA, September 5th, with the Disability Law Center and the Lawrence ADA Center. The DLC want  to hear from you about your concerns and hopes for the future in making Lawrence, and Massachusetts, a[...]