Autism & Asperger’s Events & Workshops in Massachusetts

Concord, MA, July 7th – September 24th, 2024, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. A slow flow yoga class that encompasses meditation, gentle movements, and breathing exercises to relax and rejuvenate[...]

Across Metrowest, Summer 2024, with the Charles River Center of Needham. Schedule will include: Bowling, Dave & Buster, Movies, Trampoline Parks and more. For adults with disabilites ages 18+. * Please note that pre-registration and[...]

Natick & Needham, MA, Summer 2024, with the Charles River Center. Sponsored By Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). There will be alternating locations. * Please note that pre-registration and an intake are[...]

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

Melrose, MA, August 7th – September 26th, 2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. For adults with disabilities. Are you over the age of 45 and looking to get more active? Train to compete in the Senior[...]

March 2024 – 2025, with the Riverside Family Support Center in Burlington, MA. Do you have an idea, or interest and thought, could this be a product or service? Are you searching for inspiration and guidance[...]

In person and online with UMass Lowell, usually the first and second Wednesday of each month throughout 2024. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person[...]

Danvers, MA, September 19th, 2024, with the NortheastArc Family Resource Center. Support Group for Caregivers. If you are a parent/caregiver for an adult with special needs living at home and are ages 60 and older,[...]

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

Virtual Series, September 9th – October 17th, 2024, the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity of Watertown, MA. Specifically curated for BIPOC (People of Color) Neurodivergent leaders aged 25 and above, this 5-session series embarks on[...]

Taunton, MA, September 8th – November 4th, with Community Autism Resources. Navigating social situations can sometimes be difficult and confusing. Community Autism Resources has created a space where we can figure things out together in[...]

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

Virtual Program with The Center for Autism Research and Education at UMass Lowell.  Enrolling now for Fall 2024 (September – December). Horizons is a college preparation mentoring program for neurodiverse (e.g. autistic students, students with[...]

Virtual Events, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Connecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month,[...]

10 de septiembre 4:00-5:30 PM – Webinar – in Spanish, September 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Los modelos de prestación de servicios autodirigidos permiten al participante y a la familia la[...]

Webinar, September 10th, 2024, with Therapro in Framingham. Presenters Joye Newman and Carol Stock Kranowitz have merged their expertise to develop the In-Sync Child method and to co-author Growing an In-Sync Child; its sequel, In-Sync[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

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[...]

Webinar, September 11th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Brookline, MA, Fall 2024, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. Join them for Forever Young, a social group for individuals 21 years-old and up, a way to make friends and enjoy the area with[...]

Acton, MA, September 14th, 2024, 5 – 8 pm. A special free evening for visitors 18 years and older with developmental disabilities, including having autism or Downs Syndrome, and their families or caregivers. * Enjoy[...]

Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester, MA, September 14th, 2024, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help[...]

Springfield, MA, September 15th, 2024, with the Springfield JCC. Free. The Longmeadow chapter of Best Buddies, presented by the Kehillah Department of the Springfield JCC in conjunction with Longmeadow High School, is a group of[...]

Mendon, MA, September 15th, 2024, 9 a.m.  Southwick’s Zoo has partnered with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest to help better accommodate guests with sensory processing needs and to provide a welcoming and inclusive experience for[...]

Springfield, MA, September 15th – October 28th, 2024, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. For ages: 11-19 years. This program provides recreational and enrichment programs for middle and high school students with[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2024, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

17 de septiembre 10:00-11:30 AM – Webinar – in Spanish, September 17th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Los modelos de prestación de servicios autodirigidos permiten al participante y a la familia la[...]

  Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Join The Arc for a special presentation on transition services with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) by Victor Hernandez, Deputy Assistant Commissioner. * Victor will discuss[...]

Virtual Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

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 Event, September 20th, 2024, with Boston Medical Center. The Autism Friendly Initiative at Boston Medical Center is annual “Building an Autism Friendly Practice: Strategies for the Healthcare Professional” conference is designed for healthcare professionals[...]

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[...]

Danvers, MA, September 20th, 2024, with PDA North America: This full day workshop will introduce PDA to parents, therapists, educators and others with the focus on effective ways to support these anxious, autistic demand avoidant individuals.[...]

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 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.[...]

Webinar, September 24th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Brookline, MA, September 24th – November 12th, 2024, with the Brookline Recreation Department’s Recreaton Therapy Program. For ages 14+ with disabilities. Featuring Abilities Dance, which uses dance and arts to promote intersectional disability rights. *[...]

25 de Septiembre a las 10:30AM, con Northeast Arc Family Support Center de Danvers, MA. Derechos Basicos –  Derechos Legales/Educación Especial. Presentadora Invitada Especial: Laura Perez, Coordinadora de la línea de ayuda y Defensora de[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, October 2nd, 2024, with the Northeast Arc Autism Support Center in Danvers, MA.  Does your child with autism qualify for MassHealth Standard? Learn About the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Autism Waiver Program. *[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2024, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all[...]

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

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

Topsfield, October 7th, 2024, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. An opportunity for a more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair for families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders. * Vendors[...]

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

Virtual Events, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Connecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month,[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

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[...]

Worcester, MA, October 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts APSE state chapter of APSE, the Association of People Supporting EmploymentFirst. 2024 Conference theme is Building Your Network. Come prepared to strengthen your networking skills, and connect[...]

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[...]

Taunton, MA, October 12th, 2024, with Community Autism Resources. Navigating social situations can sometimes be difficult and confusing. Community Autism Resources has created a space where we can figure things out together in a non-judgmental[...]

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 17th, 2024, with the UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) Program. Free. Yenn Purkis, Autistic and ADHD advocate, author and consultant, will talk about their experiences of employment as a[...]

Virtual Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

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[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Boston in Person, with Virtual Options, October 24th – 27th, 2024, with Massachusetts General Hospital. This psychiatry conference examines the latest research and treatment advances across dozens of mental health conditions. It offers in-depth information that[...]

Roxbury, MA, and Virtual Options, October 15th & 26th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Planning a Life (PAL) is a two-day transition conference for parents, caregivers, and professionals working[...]

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

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

Marlborough, MA, October 26th, 2024, with Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong. Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS) operates statewide and runs five individual regions. They offer various groups, committees, task forces, that facilitate members to advocate, develop[...]

Quincy, MA, October 29th & 30th, 2024, (Rescheduled from August) with the The Masschusetts Rehabiliation Commission. As of August 14th this date and location changed from August 28th in Framingham to the currently listed date[...]

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

Springfield, MA, November 4th – December 9th, 2024, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. For ages: 11-19 years. This program provides recreational and enrichment programs for middle and high school students with[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2024, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all[...]

Taunton, MA, November 9th, 2024, with Community Autism Resources. Navigating social situations can sometimes be difficult and confusing. Community Autism Resources has created a space where we can figure things out together in a non-judgmental[...]

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

Virtual Events, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Connecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month,[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

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[...]

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

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

Webinar, meetings throughout 2024, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

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 Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

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

Webinar, December 3rd, 2024, with Therapro in Framingham. Presenters Joye Newman and Carol Stock Kranowitz have merged their expertise to develop the In-Sync Child method and to co-author Growing an In-Sync Child; its sequel, In-Sync[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2024, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all[...]

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[...]

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

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

Virtual Events, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Connecting YOU(th) is a monthly get-together for teens and young adults with disabilities. Every second Tuesday of the month,[...]

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[...]

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 Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

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

Webinar, January 8th, 2025, 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 Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

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[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, February 12th, 2025, 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 Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, March 12th, 2025, 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[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Webinar, April 9th, 2025, 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[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Webinar, May 14th, 2025, 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[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Webinar, June 11th, 2025, 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[...]