Autism & Asperger’s Events & Workshops in Massachusetts

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Virtual Program with The Center for Autism Research and Education at UMass Lowell.  Enrolling now for Fall 2025. UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) is recruiting for“Horizons” (for high schoolers) and “Horizons[...]

Online, June 25th – July 2nd, 2025, with the The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program in Massachusetts. Virtual. An intensive training program designed to provide families and professionals with a solid foundation[...]

Aschusnet, MA, June 26th, 2025, with LifeStream, Inc. of New Bedford. Tech Night is for individuals, employees, guardians and community members. The focus for the event will be an introduction to low to high assistive technology[...]

Webinar, June 26th, 2025, with the May Institute in Randolph, MA. Tokens Today, Triumph Tomorrow: Exploring How You Can Implement a Token System at Home with Your Autistic Child. Presenter: Brenna Anderson, PhD, BCBA, LABA, Assistant Clinical[...]

Marlborough, MA, Application Deadline is June 30th, 2025, for the September 29th/October 1st 2025 Summit. You must have a disability to apply to participate in this Leadership Summit. The Paul W. Spooner Generational Leadership Summit[...]

Virtual Program, July 2nd – August 6th, 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.[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Natick Mall, MA, Mondays, July 7th – August 8th, 2025,with the Autism Alliance in Metrowest. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Autism Welcoming Center, Natick Mall, 2nd Floor. * Are you looking to help your child to[...]

  Newton Free Library, Newton, MA, and virtual option, July 9th, with the Newton Commission on Disability and the Newton Free Library. Demystifying Disability: A Community Conversation with Author Emily Ladau –  Moderated Conversation and[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, July 12th, 2025 For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Webinar, July 16th, 2025, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. The Lurie Center for Autism Coffee Convo presentation series runs monthly throughout the year.  All events are free and open to[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, July 19th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Online, July 21st – October 27th, 2025, with the The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program in Massachusetts. Virtual and in person options. An intensive training program designed to provide families and professionals[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Foxboro, MA, July 22nd, 2025. This program is now at capacity. New England Revolution will be hosting a Soccer Clinic for Special Olympics athletes. For the first time the clinic is open to all ages[...]

Webinar, July 22nd, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. This “deep dive” will review “Dunn’s Model of Sensory Processing”. Discuss questions such as “What is sensory processing?” and “What is[...]

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 23rd, 2025,12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Webinar, July 24th, 2025, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network (SPAN) of Massachusetts. Free. SPAN’s mission is to provide advocacy, education, and other actions that empower all families, professionals including advocates, and others with an[...]

Great Barrington, MA, July 26th, 2025, with Families Like Ours. Free. Empowered Parenting: Tools for Connection & Support Workshop. Join a workshop with Caitlin Greer Meister, renowned educator, parent coach, and founder of Joyfully Learning.[...]

Stoneham, MA, Summer 2025, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Spots are limited so you must be pre-registered to attend this event. Meet staff at the zoo entrance. Staff will let you in[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Webinar, July 29th, 2025, with the Northeast in Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. Do you you want want to to become become a a better better ally ally to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities,[...]

Dunn State Park, Gardner, August 1st, 2025, with the Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council. Celebrate 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Hike, kayak, swim, listen to music, and hang out with friends. Light[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, August 2nd, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Boston, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, 8 a.m – 9 a.m. These dates only: August 3, September 7th, November 30th, December 7th. Access Off Hours is a welcoming, sensory-aware program for people with disabilities, their[...]

Virtual Program, Summer 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. For adults of color (21+) exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences (diagnosed or self-recognized). * Join[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, 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[...]

Natick, MA, August 9th, 2025. A day of free family fun at a Touch-a-Truck event, hosted by ABA Centers of America’s Wellesley Clinic. Open to the public and for kids of all ages.  Bring the[...]

Webinar, August 12th, 2025, with Holliston Massachusetts Youth and Family Service. Learn to support your child with back-to-school anxiety using SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). SPACE is a parent-based approach for treating childhood anxiety[...]

Webinar, August 12th, 2025, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts.  Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant only for parents, caregivers, family members, partners and or peer leaders with experience[...]

Virtual Conference with the Autism Program at the Boston Medical Center, August 15th, 2025. A day of learning about tips, strategies, and resources to best navigate the autism landscape. This virtual event is available to[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, August 16th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Webinar, August 19th, 2025, with Holliston Massachusetts Youth and Family Service. Learn to support your child with back-to-school anxiety using SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). SPACE is a parent-based approach for treating childhood[...]

Webinar, August 19th, 2025, with the Justice Resource Institute in Needham.  JRI’s Family Advisory Council is offering a Caregiver Connection Series. These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for support and resource sharing.[...]

Webinar, August 20th, 2025, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. The Lurie Center for Autism Coffee Convo presentation series runs monthly throughout the year.  All events are free and open to[...]

North Elementary School Gym, Somerset, MA, August 20th, 2025, 4 – 6 pm. The Somerset/Berkely resource fair is a one stop opportunity to learn about resources available within your own community. Resources include ABA therapy[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Fitchburg, MA, August 23rd, 2025. Free and open to the public. Join LUK Youth Development for food, music, activities, and community at Common Ground.  Start at the Upper Common gazebo to check in and take part[...]

Webinar, August 27th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts.  Learn how you can create a Circle of Support for yourself or a loved one. Relationships and social networks are vital for all stages of life.[...]

Mystic, CT, August 29th, 2025. An evening event specially designed for people of all ages who will benefit from an adapted sensory-friendly exhibit experience.  In collaboration with Quinnipiac University, the aquarium hosts this unique event,[...]

Cambridge, MA, September 4th – 6, 2025, with Epilepsy Foundation New England.  The first ever New England Epilepsy Convention (NEEC) will consist of education, resources, and community building.  This convention will feature 6 different educational[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, 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[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, September 6th, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,[...]

Weston, MA, September 6th, 2025. Calmer Con is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while providing an authentic comics and pop culture convention experience. *[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Boston, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, 8 a.m – 9 a.m. These dates only: August 3, September 7th, November 30th, December 7th. Access Off Hours is a welcoming, sensory-aware program for people with disabilities, their[...]

Virtual Program, September 8th – October 27th, 2025, Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  ANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic and Neurodivergent teens aged 17-19. This group is designed to[...]

Webinar, September 9th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources of Taunton, MA. * Have you looked at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services application and felt overwhelmed and then set it aside? * Do you want[...]

Webinar, September 9th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Presented by Sarah Jefferson, Mass Family Voices Coordinator at The Federation for Children with Special Needs. Participants will: Understand what supports and services are available[...]

Flint Memorial Library, North Reading, September 9th, 2025.  Resources for Caregivers of Adults with Disabilities: A Panel Discussion in their accessible, ground-floor activity room. Learn about: Voluntary services for eligible adults age 18-59 and their family[...]

Webinar, September 10th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse Thinking and[...]

Waltham, MA, Summer 2025. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in small groups with more[...]

Boston and Virtual Classes, September 13th– November 12th, 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Treinamento de Consultoria para Pais e Profissionais (PCTI) do outono de 2025 será oferecido em português.[...]

Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester, MA, September 13th, 2025, 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[...]

Webinar, September 16th, 2025, with Bridgewell of Peabody.  This presentation offers parents a comprehensive overview of key topics covered in Part 1 of our Sexuality Training Series, including personal boundaries, respecting others’ boundaries, and understanding[...]

Virtual Program, September 17th – December 10th, 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.[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Webinar, September 17th, 2025,  with a Newton-based therapeutic group. Recent changes in the law actually help parents more easily manage medical and educational expenses for their children. This webinar will feature a panel of experts [...]

Sudbury, MA, September 17th, 2025, with Academy Metrowest. Executive functioning   refers to a set of cognitive processes that support goal-directed behavior, including organization, planning, emotional regulation, and time management. * For many school-aged students, challenges[...]

Webinar, September 18th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. This presentation explores the intersection of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) and autism, emphasizing identification, neurodiversity-affirming prevention, and supportive treatment strategies. *[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, September 20th, 2025. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Peabody, MA, November 7th 2025 – May 2nd, 2026. Application deadline is September 26th, 2025, with Northeast Family Leadership and Riverside Community Care. Family members living in Northeast Massachusetts who care for a loved one[...]

Worcester, MA, September 29th, 2025, with the Senior Connection. Dedicated to empowering caregivers and supporting older adults through education, access to services, and community connection. With keynote speakers, panels, breakout sessions, and resource tables, the[...]

Webinar, September 30th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Presented by Sarah Jefferson, Mass Family Voices Coordinator at The Federation for Children with Special Needs. Participants will: Understand what supports and services are available[...]

Beverly, MA, October 1st, 2025, with Beverly Public Schools Community Connections – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Learn about resources in the community, meet other caregivers and enter to win a self-care raffle. Resources include. Massachusetts[...]

Taunton, MA, October 2nd – November 20th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources. The Healthy Relationships program is designed to help individuals with ASD navigate healthy relationships and understand sexual health in a safe, supportive environment.[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, 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[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, October 4th, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Joan Lorentz Park Cambridge Public Library, with the Cambridge Commission on Disabilities. Celebrating Disability Pride – a festive event for the whole community that aims to increase visibility, dignity and inclusion of people with disabilities while[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Topsfield, MA, October 6th, 2025, 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. *[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., with M.O.L.I.F.E. Free. In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Empowerment Through Inclusion: Every Voice, Every Ability, hosted by M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. in[...]

Taunton, MA, October 9th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources. Autism & Puberty: Learning & Discussion Group for Parents & Caregivers Autism & Puberty. The event will be facilitated by Sarah Walkden, PEERS Program Instructor &[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Danvers, MA, October 15th, 2025, with the Northeast Arc’s Family Support Centers Autism Lectures Series. Meltdowns can leave parents feeling helpless, frustrated, or overwhelmed — but there are simple ways to respond with confidence. In[...]

Webinar, October 16th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc of Massachusetts. Do you want to learn how technology can enrich the life of your loved one? Join a presentation on how Assistive Technology (AT) can increase[...]

Virtual Conference, October 17th, 2025, 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. Empowering Neurodivergent Self-Advocacy is designed[...]

Greenfield, MA, October 17th, 2025, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., with Massachusetts Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. Free but registration is required. The Massachusetts Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren is hosting it’s third annual resource fair on 10/17/25 at[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Boston, MA, October 18th, with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. * Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching[...]

West Boylston, MA, October 18th, 2025.  Join an inclusive book signing event to celebrate the the launch of “Sometimes It’s Hard”, a children’s book written especially for siblings of children who have autism or other[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Via Zoom, October 22nd, 2025, 7 p.m. This event will include the annual election of officers and directors, in addition to our normal updates. Catherine Boyle plans to run for Vice-President, while Andria Entsminger, the[...]

Webinar, October 22nd, 2025, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington, MA. Free and Open to the Public. Join Todd Miller, PhD and Christina Sakai, MD, for a presentation on supporting sleep in children[...]

Acton, MA, October 25th, 2025, 5 – 8 p.m. Join 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[...]

Virtual Group, October 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[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA. Held every Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM, through 2nd, 2025.  This program is designed to support neurodivergent children, including those with autism, sensory processing challenges, and any child who[...]

Application Deadline – October 25th, 2025. For families living in the Southeast, Northeast, Metro, West and Central Regions of Massachusetts.  The Family Leadership Series empowers parents and caregivers of people with disabilities to become strong[...]

Webinar, October 28th, 2025, with the Massachusetts’s Department of Developmental Services Central West Region.  As a family member of a child with a developmental disability, you might be wondering about the supports offered by the[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 1st, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Online, November 5th – February 4th, 2025, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. An Astra Foundation on-line support group for parents who are familiar with principles of DIR/FloortimeTM. * The curriculum will respond to the[...]

Webinar, November 5th, 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts  How do you enjoy the holiday season when it feels overwhelming? In this presentation, Ali Rheaume provides empowering tools and insights to help navigate[...]

Webinar, 6 de noviembre, 2025, con Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Como familiar de un niño con una discapacidad del desarrollo, quizás se pregunte sobre los apoyos que ofrece el Departamento de Servicios del Desarrollo. Acompañe[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, 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[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Worcester, MA, November 9th, 2025, with the Advocates.  A sensory-friendly game and Autism Acceptance Afternoon with the Worcester Railers. The DCU Center doors will open early (2:o5 pm) for families and groups. The Railers will[...]

Webinar, November 12th, 2025, with the Haverhill Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join Haverhill SEPAC and Dr. Paige Ryan, PT, in a virtual presentation on caregiver wellness/burnout prevention. Protect your energy, protect your caregiving. * Your[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinars, November 2025 – February 2026, with Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) of Greater Boston. PIC’s Intro to Disability & Ableism Training gives participants a greater understanding of the Disability Community and Ableism. Participants will[...]

Danvers, MA, November 12th, 2025, with the Northeast Arc’s Family Support Centers Autism Lectures Series. When your child is diagnosed with autism, the emotions can feel huge and exhausting. Together, will explore how to move[...]

Webinar, November 12th, 2025, with the Commonwealth Learning Center of Greater Boston.  Not all evaluations are created equal. In this webinar Ann Helmus, Ph.D., Founder and Director of NESCA, will explain what a neuropsychological evaluation is[...]

Murphy School, Dorchester, MA, 6 – 7:30 p.m., November 13th, 2025, with the Boston Public Schools SPEDPac. Free and open to all families. Hosted by the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (Boston SPEDPac) and[...]

Newburyport, MA, November 14th, 2025. Come to the annual Autism family friendly Friendsgiving Dinner. All ages and behaviors are welcome.  * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental family dinners at restaurants. * Join other families to[...]

Boston, MA, November 15th, 2025, with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. * Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and[...]

Taunton, MA, November 15th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources.  Grandparents Lunch is a time join other grandparents from through SE Mass to learn about an important topic related to autism and have a great lunch[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with the Autism Alliance in Natick, MA .  Presented by Kelly Sandler, M.S., BCBA, LABA. Join a virtual presentation designed to support caregivers of children with autism through the principles of Acceptance[...]

Virtual, November 18th, 2025, 6:30 pm, with the Autism Support Center, Northeast Arc in Danvers, MA.  A collaboration between the The Autism Support Center & The Adult Autism Support Center. Join facilitators Amanda Spartichino Coordinator,[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Lurie Center in Lexington, MA. The Lurie Center for Autism invites you to join Chris Keary, MD and Emily Hartnett, PhD for a presentation and discussion on the intersection[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Learn about the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), the state agency responsible for protecting adults with disabilities from the abusive or negligent acts of their caregivers.[...]

Warwick, RI, November 20th, 2025.  Hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island. This annual conference on assistive technology offers state-of-the-art workshops, information, and exhibits highlighting technologies that change and enhance the lives of people with disabilities[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Webinar, November 24th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts.  Join Arc of Massachusetts CEO and parent-caregiver Maura Sullivan as she facilitates honest conversations with three inspiring caregivers. Explore the demanding, exhausting, and deeply rewarding realities[...]

Webinar, November 25th,2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. The interoception sense monitors your entire body, including body parts like your lungs, stomach, bladder, and skin and collects information about how these[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Boston, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, 8 a.m – 9 a.m. These dates only: August 3, September 7th, November 30th, December 7th. Access Off Hours is a welcoming, sensory-aware program for people with disabilities, their[...]

Webinar, December 1st, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. A presentation and discussion for Autistic adults to come and explore their understanding of autism through a neurological lens. * Discuss[...]

Webinar, December 1st, 2025, with the Havershill Massachusetts Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join the Haverhill SEPAC with Becca Stone, a Mediator with the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA), for an informational session on[...]

Webinars, November 2025 – February 2026, with Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC) of Greater Boston. PIC’s Intro to Disability & Ableism Training gives participants a greater understanding of the Disability Community and Ableism. Participants will[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, 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[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 6th, 2025. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,[...]

Acton, MA, December 6th, 2025, 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[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]

Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm,  with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure their friends with[...]

Boston, MA, Summer & Fall 2025, 8 a.m – 9 a.m. These dates only: August 3, September 7th, November 30th, December 7th. Access Off Hours is a welcoming, sensory-aware program for people with disabilities, their[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown,, MA. This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate autistic identity, and explore autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. * This presentation will[...]

Virtual Meeting, December 9th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. All are welcome. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis,[...]

Webinar, December 9th, 2025, with the Justice Resource Institute in Needham.  JRI’s Family Advisory Council is offering a Caregiver Connection Series. These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for support and resource sharing.[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Lexington, MA, plus webinar options, with the Lexington Public Schools SEPTA/SEPAC. Learn how to navigage public insurance in Massachusetts.  Topics include: Understanding ARICA Navigating insurance for ABATherapies Public vs private coverage, appeals and challenges About[...]

THIS EVENT IS NOW CANCELLED UNTIL 2026. With the Minute Man Arc in Concord, MA. Building satisfying and appropriate connections in the ID/D and autism population can be especially challenging. This training is designed to[...]

Boston, MA, December 13th, 2025, with the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. * Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and[...]

Newton, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the JCC in Newton Free. All Ages. Disabilities Served – Autism, Other Sensory Needs. JCC Greater Boston, in partnership with Autism Welcoming. Geared towards individuals of all ages[...]