Assistive Tech/Medically Complex Events in Massachusetts

With the Arc of Massachusetts – Deadline to apply is August 2nd, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts’ Pathways to Friendship, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), announces the availability of Community Bridging[...]

Hoyoke & South Hadley, MA, June & July 2024, withe the Down Syndrome Resource Group of Western Mass. The program looks forward to connecting with families and building relationships as through play and curiosity children[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, July 11th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 20+ languages. Accessing Interpretation. Review a wide range of[...]

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[...]

Florence, MA, July 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrone Congress (MDSC). Free to attend, for all ages, parents, caregivers, family members & friends. Join a fun afternoon at the park. * Megan DeMorris, a board[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, August 12th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This presentation provides an understanding of the transition planning process, including why transition planning is important, services that could be included,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Burlington, MA, September 7th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

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[...]

Webinar, September 11th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Virtual Group, September 12th, 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[...]

Virtual Event, September 12th, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts and the Mass Rehabilitation Commission.  Free. For people with disabilities of all ages, their family members, professionals working with such individuals with disability and anyone interested in[...]

Quincy, MA, Fall & Winter, 2024. Join Adaptive Sports New England for weekly wheelchair basketball practice for youth 5- 21. Adaptive Sports New England and Franciscan Children’s Wheelchair basketball program is a weekly program that[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 17th, 2024. Registration is now closed. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council MASILC Conference is an opportunity learn about the latest available Independent Living services, and to strategize better ways to achieve common goals. *Conference[...]

Virtual Event, September 18th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Hear guest presenter, Fred Misilo, Attorney, Chair, Trust and Estate Department, Fletcher Tilton, PC, to learn the fundamental planning strategies used in creating an estate[...]

Webinar, September 19th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This presentation provides an understanding of the transition planning process, including why transition planning is important, services that could be included,[...]

Virtual and in person in Burlington, Mattapoisett, Sturbridge, Wareham, MA. September 20th, 2024, is the deadline for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 programs. Free.  This training that guides parents and caregivers, who have Department of[...]

Brewster, MA Camp Dates: September 20 – 22, 2024. This camp is open to families with a child with Spina Bifida who is in elementary school (K – 5). Siblings are included. * The SBAGNE [...]

Webinar, September 20th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Masschusetts. Host: Early Intervention Parent Leadership Program at the FCSN. This workshops explains: The differences between Early Education and Special Education The transition planning[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 21st, 2024. Free. The Massachusetts State Association of the Deaf, Inc. (MSAD)  invites you to join their Annual General Meeting at Apex Entertainment in Marlborough. Bring family and friends to celebrate Deaf[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 29th & 30th, 2024. The Paul W. Spooner Generational Leadership Summit 2024 is a conference of the next generation of leaders on disability advocacy to attend an all expenses paid leadership summit.[...]

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[...]

Virtual Event, September 25th, 2024, with MassAbility (formerly the Mass Rehabilitation Commission. MassAbility is hosting a quarterly forum for individuals with disabilities and family allies to engage, share information, and connect to the resources that[...]

Virtual Support Group, September 25th, 2024. Ages Up to 10 years old. Please see below for dates for ages 11 -17 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and[...]

Virtual Event, September 27th, 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[...]

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[...]

UNH Institute on Disability, Durham, NH, September 28th, 2024.  The Assistive Technology Maker Event will allow attendees to explore hundreds of devices that have been made by Dr. Therese Willkomm over the last 35 years.[...]

Ayer, MA, September 28th, 2024, with the Boston Childrens Hosptial Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program. Free. Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Outreach program is hosting a fun afternoon with games for[...]

Boston, MA, September 29th, 2024, with the Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf & Hard of Hearing Prorgram. Celebrate World Deaf Day  at the New England Aquarium. Watch Deaf Marine Biologists Dive into the Tank. Underwater Meet[...]

Webinar, October 1st, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services DDS Northeast Region. Department of Developmental Services (DDS) 101 is an introductory session designed for families, caregivers, and school personnel. DDS 101 is a[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

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, 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[...]

The 2024 grant application will be open until December 2025, with the Challenged Grant Foundation. The CAF’s mission is to serve people with physical disabilities through sport and fitness with meaningful grants. * They offer[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2024, with the National Down Syndrome Congress. Join NDSS for this upcoming webinar with Dr. Hannah Graham, author of The Primary Care Provider’s Guide to Women’s Health and Down Syndrome. Dr. Graham will[...]

Webinar, October 9th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Virtual Group, October 10th, 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[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2024, with UMass Chan Eunice Kennedy Medical School, Shriver Center, and the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health in Worcester. A virtual conversation with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No[...]

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,[...]

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 15th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

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:[...]

Virtual Event, October 16th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

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[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

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 Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

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[...]

Norfolk, MA, October 24th, 2024, at the Norfolk Public Library. Everyone needs to have a housing plan in place for their loved one. Join and watch a preview us to learn more about housing options[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, October 29th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Virtual Support Group, October 30th, 2024. Ages 11 – 17 years old. Please see below for dates for 0 – 10 and and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome[...]

Boston, MA, November 1st & 2nd, 2024, at Boston Children’s Hospital. The Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Family Symposium and Exhibitor Expo brings together families, patients, and professionals for a day of learning and connection. Through interactive workshops,[...]

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[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Burlington, MA, November 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

Brookline, MA, November 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress AIM program.  For ages 13 – 22. November AIM Meetup – Teens and young adults are invited to throw on their Halloween costumes and join the[...]

Somerville, MA, November 3rd, 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[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Danvers, MA, November 6th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc’s Early Intervention Program. Ready, Set, Resource! Join the Northeast Arc and many other exhibitors for an event highlighting the many resources available to young children and[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Pittsfield, MA, November 11th, 2024. This early childhood conference is focused on “The Power of Play: Unleashing Positive Behavior in Young Children.” It is designed for early childhood educators, caregivers, and professionals who are passionate[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Worcester, MA, November 13th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. Join general and special educators, administrators, paraprofessionals, support professionals, and parents from around the state for a full-day of presentations led by experts in the[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

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.[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2024, with the Weymouth SEPAC. IEP This workshop will help families and those working with students with disabilities understand the different sections of the IEP, and protections in the law that help[...]

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[...]

Virtual Support Group, November 20th, 2024. For Ages 18+. Please see below for dates for ages  0 – 10 and 11 -17.  The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism[...]

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, November 26th 2024, with Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. Free and open to the general public, consumers, families, friends, and professionals. * Each year Carroll presents life-changing low vision and blindness-specific[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Virtual Series, January 16th – March 20th, 2025 – application deadline is December 13th, 2024, with Northeast Family Leadership, Riverside Community Care.  Participants will explore topics including the history of the disability movement, Charting the[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Webinar, December 6th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Masschusetts. Host: Early Intervention Parent Leadership Program at the FCSN. This workshops explains: The differences between Early Education and Special Education The transition[...]

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[...]

Burlington, MA, December 7th, 2024, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome up to their 4th birthday, as well as expectant families. * Photographer[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Boston, MA, December 7th & 8th, 2024. Presented by United Dance Company. The United Dance Company is an inclusive dance company featuring artists who identify as having a disability and artists who don’t, united by[...]

Boston, MA, December 8th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best[...]

Storrs, CT, December 8th, 2025, with the HELLO Lab at the University of Connecticut.  For children who are deaf and hard of hearing and their families. A family-oriented event with door prizes available for families[...]

Northampton, MA, December 10th, 2025, with Pathlight’s Inclusive Community Center. Join a workshop that breaks down how to effectively advocate for your child’s success in special education. Cover strategies that make a difference, from navigating[...]

Boston City Hall Square, December 10th, 2024, with MassAbilities. Join an event dedicated to breaking disability stigma and fostering a more inclusive community. Stigmas create barriers and affect those living with and without disabilities. * Come together[...]

Webinar, December 10th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. In the spirit of the holidays, join The Arc of Massachusetts for a special webinar about making friends and connecting with people in your community. * Presenter Jonathan[...]

Webinar, December 11th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Newton, MA, December 12th, 2024, with Understanding Our Differences, Newton’s Commission On Disability and the Newton Free Library. Free and open to the public. A moderated audience discussion will follow the screening. The Ride Ahead, directed[...]

Boston, MA, December 12th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best[...]

New Bedford, MA, with Deaf, Inc. Deaf, Inc.,  will explore different international cultures during the holiday party. Includes light refreshments, giveaways, games and crafts. * Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. Please[...]

Boston, MA, December 14th, 2024, 2 p.m. performance only. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 16th, 2024, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker Series dedicated to disability issues that directly affect the individuals[...]

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[...]

Virtual Support Group, December 18th, 2024. Ages Up to 10 years old. Please see below for dates for ages 11 -17 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and[...]

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[...]

Webinar, December 18th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts.  Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) is a brain-based visual impairment and a common cause of blindness and low vision, yet it is poorly understood and often underdiagnosed. Less[...]

Colonial Theater at Emerson, Boston, December 21st – 28st, 2024. Six – The Musical– Emerson Stage Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take[...]

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[...]

Deadline, February 15th, 2025. The National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts is offering scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. Up to four scholarships will be awarded: one in the amount of $3,000.00, 2 in[...]

Deadline, March 1st, 2025. with Foundatio for Faces in Brookline, MA. The Foundation for Faces of Children scholarship scholarship award program annually awards post-secondary education scholarships (college or vocational/technical school) to promising students born with[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Virtual Program, January 7th – February 11th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is offering free group music lessons to Autistic adults. Traditional[...]

Webinar, January 7th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part one of their four-part Janaury 2025 Transition Centers Series on Housing. Speaker: Denise D. Resnick, Founder & President/CEO,[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Webinar in SPANISH, January 8th, 2025, sábado 18 de enero de 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful[...]

Manchester, NH, January 8th, 2025. Chunky’s presents movies with open captions (english sub-titles). Chunkys will play movies once a month with open captions. * Open caption showtimes feature a text display of dialoogue on the[...]

Chicopee, MA, January 11th – April 12th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. The West Region Family Leadership Training Series is a free training that guides parents and family caregivers to imagine better[...]

Somerville, MA, January 12th, 2025. 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[...]

Bridgewater, MA, January 13th, 2025, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker Series dedicated to disability issues that directly affect the individuals[...]

Webinar, January 14th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part two of their four-part Janaury 2025 Transition Centers Series on Housing. Part Two: Accessing Affordable Housing – talk[...]

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[...]

Webinar, with the Boston Childrens Hospital Otolaryngology and Communication Enhancement Family Education and Advocacy Team. “Transitioning to High School: Support and Tips for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students and Their Families”. Topics include: Academic, social[...]

Somerville, MA, January 15th, 2025. 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 21st, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part three of their four-part Janaury 2025 Transition Centers Series on Housing. Part Three – take a a closer[...]

Webinar, January 22nd, 225, with the Arc of Massachusetts. According to the FINDS Survey, approximately 80% of people with disabilities are cared for by family members. Who will take on this role when those caregivers are[...]

Webinar, 22 de enero de 2025, con Bridgewell, Northeast Arc, Danvers, MA. Presentado por Laura Pérez de The Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Cómo abordar el Plan Educativo Individualizado (IEP) Este taller ayudará a las familias[...]

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[...]