Virtual Hispanic Family Support Group Socials – first and third Tuesdays of each month with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts.  Providing hope for children with mental health needs and their families through education,[...]

Virtual Support Groups, September 1st – 30th, 2020, for Families Across the State with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. The BIA-MA is making a temporary transition of their brain injury support groups to[...]

Live Virtual Training tjhrough October 8th, 2020, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The PCTI program is an intensive training program designed to give parents and professionals a solid foundation in[...]

Online, in English and Spanish, September 5th – November 7th, 2020, with Mass Families Organizing for Change. Application deadline – July 31, 2020. Free. For primary caregivers of young children (birth to age 10) who[...]

Self-Paced Virtual Training through October 11th, 2020, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The PCTI program is an intensive training program designed to give parents and professionals a solid foundation in[...]

Online, September 12th – October 21st, 2020, with Mass Families Organizing for Change. Application deadline was July 31, 2020. Free. This training is to support participation in coalitions, municipal Boards and Commissions, advisory councils, and[...]

Online, September 16th – November 18th, 2020, with DEAF, Inc., of Massachusetts. The curriculum has been adapted to be taught in a Zoom presented format. * A strict cap of 15 students per class ensures[...]

Thursdays, September 2020 – January 2021.  Part of the Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Updates “Latest Policies & Departmental News” Webinars, with Arc of Massachusetts Director of Government Affairs Maura Sullivan. Join Maura for updates on[...]

Virtual Recreation, Sundays, through October 2020, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents in Boston. Circle of Vietnamese parents is a group of Vietnamese speaking parents of children with special[...]

Tuesdays, September 2020 – January 2012. Kerry Mahoney, Director of Education and Outreach at The Arc of Massachusetts. If you have a question on access to resources, information or support during the COVID-19 Crisis, Kerry[...]

Acton, MA, Due to concerns from the Coronavirus, this event is postponed and will be rescheduled to a later date. Please visit the event link below for more information from the host.  For Families with[...]

Webinar, September 29th, 2020, 10 a.m., with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. Free.  Turning 3 Essentials Workshop for Haitian Creole Parents / Poin Esesansyèl pou timoun ki pral Genyen 3 zan,.[...]

Webinar, September 29th, 2020, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. If you are interested in supporting students in your community, consider volunteering to become a Special Education Surrogate Parent (SESP) for[...]

Worcester, September 30th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Online line groups, Wednesdays at noon,  September – December, 2020, with the JFCS of Newton / Waltham, MA. JF&CS Sibshops is a free support group for kids ages 8-14 who have siblings with special needs.[...]

Webinar, October 1st, 2020, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Connecting Families: A discussion of school reopening is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs. * What’s on your[...]

Worcester, October 1st, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Online, October 3rd, 2020, 10 a.m., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome up to their 4th birthday, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC staff and[...]

Virtual Event, October 4th, 2020, 4 p.m. An online meetup for Massachusetts’ Spanish-speaking parents of children 10 years old and younger. This event is co-hosted with MGH Down Syndrome Program. * Padres que tienen hijos[...]

Online Family Meetup, October 6th, 2020, 8 p.m. with the  Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome ages 4 – 12, are invited to join MDSC staff and other families for[...]

Worcester, October 7th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

October 8th, 2020, 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 invitation only[...]

Online Support Group for Massachusetts Families, October 8th, 2020, 8 p.m.  This event for if ALL families of ALL ages with children with Down syndrome and special health care needs. – 8 – 830 Connect[...]

Online, October 8th – 10th, 2020, with ResearchILD in Lexington, MA. This conference will emphasize current work on the importance of executive function strategies in mediating stress and fostering persistence and resilience in students as[...]

Zoom Support on line through October 8th, 2020, hosted by the Dorchester / Mattapan / Roxbury Support and Advocacy Network, NAMI Boston. Free. Are you feeling overwhelmed?  Are you caring for a loved one with[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2020, with the Lexington, MA, SEPAC. the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing[...]

Webinar, October 15th, 2020, with the League School of Walpole, MA. Free and open to the public. Join in with exploring the development of self-regulation skills across school and home settings. * When children and young[...]

Worcester, October 15th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Webinar, October 17, 2020, 9 a.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress are co-hosting a baby sign language workshop for newer parents. *[...]

Acton, MA, October 19th, 2020.  KODA refers to a child who is being raised by deaf parents or guardians. Join in on a special morning with Early Intervention groups and other D/HH families while the[...]

Webinar, October 22, 2020, 9 a.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with[...]

Webinar, October 22, 2020, 9 a.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with[...]

Webinar, October 22, 2020, 11 a.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with[...]

Worcester, October 28th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Worcester, November 4th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Webinar, November 5th, 2020, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Connecting Families: A discussion of school reopening is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs. * What’s on your[...]

Worcester, November 5th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

November 12th,  2020, 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 invitation only[...]

Webinar November 12th, 2020, 7:00 P.M.  Hear an overview of specific legal requirements pertaining to the unique learning needs of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With an emphasis on the requirement that children with[...]

Virtual Conference, November 14th, 202o, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. The Daniel W. Rosenn AANE Connections Conference is for adults on the Autism Spectrum, parents, and professionals. It will include:  ·[...]

“Navigating the Special Education Process with a Trauma Lens” Virtual Conference, November 19th, 2020, 8 am – 4 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Recruitment, Training, and Support Center for Special Education Surrogate Parents. * Featuring Keynote[...]

Worcester, November 19th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Worcester, November 25th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Worcester, December 2nd, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Webinar, December 3rd, 2020, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Connecting Families: A discussion of school reopening is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs. * What’s on your[...]

Worcester, December 3rd, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

December 12th, 2020, 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 invitation only[...]

Burlington, December 12th, 2020, Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress office. For families of children with Down syndrome three years old and younger, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC staff and other new[...]

Worcester, December 30th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Worcester, December 30th, 2020, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Worcester, January 6th, 2021, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]

Worcester, January 7th, 2021, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Worcester, January 21st, 2021, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Weight and Seating Independence Project is a MassMATCH project making digital pressure mapping systems and specialized scales available to wheelchair users in their[...]

Worcester, January 27th, 2021, 11 a.m.  The Center for Living & Working Monthly Housing Workshop provides a brief overview of eligibility for subsidized/accessible housing, private housing, review of housing search, application process, and services offered[...]