Autism & Asperger’s Events & Workshops in Massachusetts

Bridgewater, MA, August 18th – 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals MA and the Bridge Center. The Equestrian Center offers an inclusive atmosphere for traditional English and Western riding lessons to beginner and experienced equestrians alike, as[...]

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.[...]

Uxbridge, MA, August 19th, 2025, with Venture Community Services.  Free and appropriate for most yuouth with special needs. Join us for a special sensory friendly Superhero themed yoga event. *Certified instructor Lisa, from Brave Yoga[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Bridgewater, MA, August 18th – 22nd, 2025, with Easterseals MA and the Bridge Center. The Equestrian Center offers an inclusive atmosphere for traditional English and Western riding lessons to beginner and experienced equestrians alike, as[...]

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,[...]

Andover, MA, September 2nd – October 21st, 2025. Pickleball clinics for athletes ages 12 years and older in Andover, no prior experience required. Clinic will occur on Tuesdays at both 10 am and 6 pm, from[...]

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,[...]

Hingham, MA, September 6th – October 25th, 2025.  The South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP) and Hingham Youth Hockey are hosting a learn to skate/learn to play hockey program for students with special needs.[...]

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[...]

Somerville, MA, September 7th, 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[...]

Framingham, MA, Fall 2025. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer free clinics. Soccer training for kids with cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic[...]

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[...]

Millis, MA, Fall 2025, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Adaptive & Inclusive for youth. Eeveryone should have the opportunity to participate in fitness & exercise groups in a fun and safe environment. * This[...]

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[...]

Worcester, MA, September 11th – October 30th, 2025. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 18+. Program will be held at on Thursdays from 6pm to 7pm, starting September 11th through October 30th. * No prior[...]

Mashpee, MA, September 11th, 2025. Golf clinic for athletes ages 8 and older, held on Thursday, September  from 11am to 1pm. No prior experience is needed, course will provide golf clubs for those who need them.[...]

Wellesley, MA. September 12th – November 14th, 2025. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

Wellesley, MA. September 12th – November 14th, 2025. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Young Athletes program for ages 6 to 12 focusing on basketball skills. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive[...]

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[...]

Somerville, MA, September 14th, 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[...]

Worcester, MA, September 14th – November 23rd, 2025. 2025 Fall Holy Cross Goes Unified Basketball  skills program held at Holy Cross in Worcester on Sunday mornings from 11 am to 12 pm for the following dates:[...]

Hanover, MA, September 14th, 2025. Hosted hosted by South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation and the Emilson YMCA. This one-day tournament is designed for beginner and intermediate players seeking local competitive opportunities. Interact with other local wheelchair[...]

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[...]

Plymouth, MA. September 18th – October 30th, 2025. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

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.[...]

Needham, MA, September 2oth, 2025, with the Charles River Center. The annual Ellie Bloom Special Olympics is a free event that welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities to participate and is structured so that[...]

West Boylston, MA, September 20th – October 25th, 2025. Pickleball program offered for athletes ages 12 and up, no prior experience needed. Program will occur on Saturday afternoons from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, from[...]

Somerville, MA, September 21st, 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[...]

Dorchester, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Bowling program held on Sundays from 10am to 12pm  in Dorchester, starting September 21st through December 21st. To register or[...]

Amherst, MA, September 21st – November 2nd, 2025. Level 1 only. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2[...]

Amherst, MA, September 21st – November 2nd, 2025. Level 2 only. Focusing on soccer skills but open to other sport suggestions.Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for[...]

Dorchester, MA, September 25th – November 30th, 2025. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 16+. Program will be held at  in Dorchester on Thursday evenings from 6pm to 7pm, starting September 25th through November 20th.[...]

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[...]

Needham, MA, September 27th – November 15th, 2025.  Basketball skills program held at  in Needham on Saturdays from 1pm to 2pm, starting September 27th through November 15th. * No prior basketball experience required. * All[...]

Somerville, MA, September 28th, 2025. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts Adaptive hosts monthly youth adaptive climbing clinics. Children ages 5–17 are encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on[...]

Brockton, MA, September 28th – November 9th, 2025. Basketball skills center that will focus on the foundations of basketball for people with and without intellectual disabilities aged 8+. * No prior experience is required. Program[...]

Lynn, MA, September 28th – October 9th, 2025. Beginner level soccer skills center for athletes ages 8 to 22, no prior soccer experience required. Program will meet on Sunday mornings from 10am to 11am at[...]

Lynn, MA, September 28th – November 9th, 2025.  Unified flag football team for the Lynn Special Olympics program for ages 16+. Practices will be held on Sundays from 11:00am to 12:00pm at  in Lynn. For[...]

Lynn, MA, September 28th – November 9th, 2025. Unified soccer team for the Lynn Special Olympics program for ages 8 to 15 years old. Practices will be held on Sundays from 10:00am to 11:00am in[...]

Brockton, MA, September 28th – November 9th, 2025.  Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years[...]

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[...]

Northampton, MA, September 30th – November 22nnd, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and[...]

Northhampton, MA, Fall 2025, 2025, with Whole Children Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts skills, with a[...]

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[...]

Boston, MA, October 1st – November 19th, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Skating.  Whether your child is learning how to skate or wants to improve their stick handling, passing, and shooting, this program can assist.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Springfield, MA, through April 2026 with the Center For Human Development- All In Program.  Sled hockey is hockey but players are seated on a sled. This version of ice hockey is played primarily by people[...]

Roxbury, MA, October 4th – November 1st, 2025. Inclusive soccer skills center for ages 8 to 22, no prior soccer experience is required. Program will meet on Saturdays from October 4th to November 1st from 10[...]

Beverly, MA, October 5th – November 13th, 2025.  Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 8-week program will[...]

Roxbury, MA, Fall 2025. 2025 Fall Unified Soccer Skills Center powered by Tufts SAAC. Unified soccer skills center for athletes and Unified partners ages 8 to 15, and for ages 16+. Practices will be held[...]

Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Soccer & More – Learn basic soccer skills outdoors, enjoy a special park field outing, and switch indoors[...]

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[...]

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[...]

East Boston, MA, Fall 2025. Soccer skills program for athletes ages 8 to 25. Program will occur on Saturday afternoons from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm in East Boston between October 11th and November 22nd.[...]

Lawrence, MA, Fall 2025. A 6 week soccer skills program for athletes ages 8 to 22. Program will be held on Sundays from October 12th thru November 16th from 10 am to 11 am. To[...]

Kingston, South Dennis & Weymouth, MA, October 2025 – February 2026. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. For the 2025/2026 season, The Great[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Pittsfield, MA, Fall 2025. Pickleball clinic for athletes ages 8 and over. Clinic will be held on Saturday afternoons, from 2:30 pm to 4 pm, October 18th through November 22nd in Pittsfield. * Basic pickleball[...]

Somerville, MA, October 19th, 2025. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts (ACG) is hosting a youth adaptive climbing clinic is for children ages 5 – 17. Youth are encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers[...]

Hanover, MA, October 19th – November 23rd, 2025 .Pickleball program offered for athletes ages 12 and up, no prior experience needed. Program will occur on Sunday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am in Hanover.[...]

Concord, MA, October 20th, 2025. G2025 NE PGA Golf Drive, Chip and Putt Clinic Athletes of all different skill levels and ages compete in the three golf skills events at Nashawtuc Country Club on Monday,[...]

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[...]

Hopkinton, MA, October 26th, 2025, with Adaptive Climbing Group in Somerville. Eplore some incredible accessible climbing minutes from Boston. * Waitts Mt: This crag is located in a public park in the city of Malden. There[...]

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[...]

On line, Fall & Winter 2025, Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques. *[...]

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,[...]

North Attleboro, MA, Fall 2025. Volt Hockey is a power-chair sport designed for people with physical disabilities — especially for those with neuromuscular conditions — offering the chance to play independently, competitively, and as part[...]

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[...]

Haverhill, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Unified candlepin bowling program for ages 8 to 12. Registration is required to  https://www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you and scroll down to your desired program, or contact  Ops@SpecialOlympicsMA.org     Share this event

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[...]

Charlestown, Plymouth & Salem, MA, through January 2026, with Spaulding Hospital Adaptive Sports. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Try the growing sport of Pickleball, an all-abilities game similar to tennis, but[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA, December 1st 2025 – April 5th, 2026, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For individuals with disabilities ages 18 and older. This activity it now full. Framingham Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Special[...]

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[...]

Goshen & Millers Falls, Weston, MA, through March 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location[...]

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[...]

Ashburnham, MA, December 2025 – Februrary 2026. Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for athletes ages 6 to 12. Program will be held on Saturday mornings from 11:00 am to 11:45 am.  This program will focus[...]