Autism & Asperger’s Events & Workshops in Massachusetts

Webinar, October 18th, 2022, with the The Northborough – Southborough SEPAC and Massachusetts Advocates for Children. This workshop covers trends, legal standards, evaluation rights and compensatory services. * There will be an emphasis on law[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2022, with the Birchtree Center NonProfit of Portsmouth. Free. Join a brief presentation / Q&A focused on helping your child with autism &related disabilities to settle back into school this fall. *[...]

Watertown, MA, October 25th, 2022, with The Asperger /Autism Network of New England. For post-high school adults only with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. AANE Adult Support Groups, Social Groups, and events are intended for post-high[...]

Webinar, October 25th, 2022, with Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Topics include maximizing government benefits, preserving government benefits via estate planning techniques, financial planning (creating a long-term budget for child, how to efficiently fund a special[...]

Webinar, October 25th, 2022, with the UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research and Education (CARE) Expert Speaker Series Fall 2022. The guest speaker will be James Lee, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Washington. * This talk will[...]

Webinar, October 25th, 2022, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. Dr. Miranda Milana, Pediatric Neuropsychologist will be the guest speaker. * Dr. Milana will speak about how Executive functioning skills play an instrumental role[...]

Webinar, October 27th, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch and Learn” Via Zoom, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of Each[...]

Webinar, October 30th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document, and[...]

Webinar, November 1st, 2022, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Viewers will learn how to break down the task of toothbrushing into manageable pieces and will learn strategies to make this necessary task more fun. *[...]

Virtual Conference, November 5th, 2022, 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. The 2022 conference theme[...]

Virtual Event, November 7th – 28th, 2022, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts.  Free. Join conversations about Special Education and Mental Health. * The Parent/Professional Advocacy League is a statewide, grassroots family organization[...]

Webinar, November 9th, 2022, in English, Spanish and Portuguese, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region. See below for flyers in all three languages. DDS 101 is a presentation on who they are,[...]

Webinar, November 10th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document,[...]

Holyoke, MA and Virtual, Fall 2022. Spanish-speaking parents/caregivers of children with special needs are invited to participate in Supporting Families Raising Bilingual Children. This program takes place once a month on Zoom and at the[...]

Webinar, November 16th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document,[...]

Webinar, November 17th, 2022, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. Free. Asperger/Autism 102: What’s Next? – A Workshop for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children/Teens/Young Adults (through age 22). * Families are often unsure[...]

Lexington, MA, November 29th, 2022, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts Educational Series for Aging Caregivers of Individuals with Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities will focus on topics of interest to families and[...]

Webinar, December 1st, 2022, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. In this webinar, parents and families will learn ways to partner with schools to create a learning environment that values neurodiversity and empowers[...]

Seekonk, December 4th, 2022. Join Autism Eats and the Seekonk Police Department for a very special brunch with Santa. * The group will have their own private room and delicious buffet. * This event like[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2022, with the Autism / Aspergers Network in Watertown, MA. This two-hour workshop will go over what you can expect raising a child/teen/young adult, up to 22, on the autism spectrum. *[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document,[...]

Holyoke, MA and Virtual, Fall 2022. Spanish-speaking parents/caregivers of children with special needs are invited to participate in Supporting Families Raising Bilingual Children. This program takes place once a month on Zoom and at the[...]

Virtual Event, December 13th, 2022, with the MinuteMan Arc of Concord, MA. Free Parent / Guardian Training. As a follow-up to the MinuteMan Arc’s October  2022 meeting on different housing options, they will continue the[...]

Webinar, December 13th, 2022, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. The confusing and challenging behaviors children often demonstrate cause parents, teachers, and therapists to ask the question: Is it sensory or is it behavior? * Hear about[...]

Webinar, December 13th, 2022, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. This workshop will focus on strategies parents can do in the home with their child to increase language skills / using technology in a way[...]

Webinar, December 14th, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Nicole Simon, Senior Behavioral Consultant at Mass General Hospital, and Kirstin Birtwell, Instructor, Dept. of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School.[...]

Webinar, December 18th & 19th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program[...]

Virtual Events, January 3rd, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of Watertown, MA. This open group meets on the first Tuesday of the month and provides support to family members of individuals with an[...]

Virtual Group, January 5th, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Virtual Group, el 25 de agusto, 2022, con Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Gratis. El grupo se reúne el[...]

Webinar Series, January & February 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Autism 101 provides interactive lesson, question and answer sessions and the opportunity to connect with other families with newly diagnosed children[...]

Webinar, January 10th & 24th, 2023, with the Autism / Asperger Network of New England. Free. Do you feel like you lose track of deadlines and due dates, or that you don’t know the best way[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document,[...]

Webinar, 12 de janeiro de 2023, Hospedado por Mass Families. Para indivíduos e famílias de todas as idades. Saiba mais sobre: ​​Elegibilidade, Transição, Autodireção, Suporte para Autismo. Conceitos básicos do DDS: o que você precisa[...]

Webinar, January 17th, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. Free. This webinar teaches autistic adults in any state how to find public federal and state support programs that provide free or low-cost[...]

Virtual and In Person Training, Application deadline – January 17th, 2023. Free. MassFamilies empowers families through training, support, and advocacy for their loved ones with disabilities to live an enviable life. SESSION DATES: January 21st,[...]

Webinar, January 18th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Kellsey Donovan, Associate Program Manager, Teen and Adult Services at the MGH Aspire Program, and Stephen DeFilippo, Associate Program[...]

Deadline – February 18th, 2023, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA. For schools and organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Connecticut. * The Allison Keller Education Technology Program was created[...]

Webinar, January 23rd, 7 p.m., with the Melrose SEPAC. Free. The Melrose SEPAC has partnered with the Melrose Education Foundation, the Melrose Coalition on Mental Health and Wellness and the Melrose Commission on Disability to[...]

Webinar, January 24th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. This was presented at the American Speech-Language Hearing Association’s national conference. It focuses on all the foundational skills that come before words, and how[...]

Webinar, January 10th & 24th, 2023, with the Autism / Asperger Network of New England. Free. Do you feel like you lose track of deadlines and due dates, or that you don’t know the best way[...]

Webinar, 25 de enero de 2023, (en asociación con la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales). El ABC de DDS: Lo que necesita saber La región Metro del Departamento de Servicios de Desarrollo de Massachusetts[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2023, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of individuals on the autism spectrum with Asperger or similar profiles who are looking[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2023, with the May Institute of Randolph, MA. Free. This virtual training provides caregivers with the basics on beginning toilet training, as well as options for more individualized interventions. * Toilet training is[...]

Lexington, MA and Webinar, January 26th, 2023, with the Bridgewell Center. Ryan Plosker, Executive Director and Founder of New England Academy, will be the presenter. Identifying and Understanding the Bully – Dr. Plosker will discuss the[...]

Virtual Group, January 26th, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Virtual Group, el 26 de enero, 2022, con Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Gratis. El grupo se reúne el[...]

Webinar, 30 de janeiro, com a Autism Alliance of Natick, MA.  Famílias de língua portuguesa são convidadas a participar de um grupo de apoio virtual mensal para conhecer novas famílias e compartilhar as alegrias e[...]

Webinar, January 30th, 7 p.m., with the Melrose SEPAC. Free. The Melrose SEPAC has partnered with the Melrose Education Foundation, the Melrose Coalition on Mental Health and Wellness and the Melrose Commission on Disability to[...]

Lexington, MA, January 30th, 2023, with the Lexington Special Education Parent Advisory Council (LexSEPTA). Sarah is an internationally recognized expert on executive function skills and regularly presents seminars and workshops on the programs and strategies[...]

Webinar, February 1st, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of elementary and middle school age children on the autism spectrum with Asperger or similar[...]

Deadline – March 8th, 2023, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA and the Hoyt Foundation for the Dick and Judy Hoyt Grant for Inclusion. Together, they will be distributing $50,000 through this community[...]

Webinar, February 2nd, 2023, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Free. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of elementary school-aged children with ASD or a similar social profile who are[...]

Webinar, February 6th, 2023, 7 p.m., with the Melrose SEPAC. Free. The Melrose SEPAC has partnered with the Melrose Education Foundation, the Melrose Coalition on Mental Health and Wellness and the Melrose Commission on Disability[...]

Webinar, February 7th, 2023, with the Special Needs Housing and Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. Carlos Hernandez, Director of Leased Housing and Admissions at the Brookline Housing Authority will be the speaker. * Carlos is familiar[...]

Webinar, February 7th, 2023, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network in Massachusetts. In the course of working to help people overcome environmental challenges, behavior analysts will often work within the framework of multidisciplinary teams. * In[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2023, with the Brockton Area DDS Citizen Advisory Board  The Brockton Area DDS Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) is sponsoring a free assistive technology webinar for families of individuals 18+. * The presenter[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2023, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of individuals on the autism spectrum with Asperger or similar profiles who are looking[...]

Webinar, February 8th, 2023, with the Justice Resource Institute Family Advisory Council. This workshop is part of the JRI’s Family Advisory Councils Caregiver Connection Series. * These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for support[...]

Webinar, February 9th, 2023, with Understanding Our Differences of Newtonville, MA. Free. Hear about how executive function challenges in children – with and without a diagnosed learning disability – look like and foundational strategies * What[...]

Webinar, February 13th, 2023, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of elementary school-aged children with ASD or a similar social profile. Parents and caregivers[...]

Webinar, February 15th,  2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Yamini Howe, Assistant in Pediatrics, MGH Instructor Harvard Medical School, and Michelle Palumbo, Assistant in Pediatrics, Instructor in Pediatrics[...]

Webinar, February 15th, 2023, with the Shrewsbury, MA, SEPAC. From Conflict to Collaboration: A Parenting Framework that Brings Out the Best in You and Your Child. with * About the speaker: Karen Kraut, MPH, GCCP,[...]

Framingham McAuliffe Library, February 18th, 2023. Free. For ages 3-8. In partnership with the McAuliffe Library, the Autism Alliance presents a Storytime for neurodiverse children. * Autism Specialist Katie Casavant will be onsite to help support[...]

Webinar, February 22nd, 2023, with Mass Families. What You Need to Know  -The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region and Federation for Children with Special Needs will provide this live webinar for individuals and[...]

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Webinar, February 22nd, 2023, with the May Institute of Randolph, MA. Free. Tired of being tired? This presentation will address some common sleep-related issues in children with autism. * The host will tackle non-compliance with[...]

Webinar, February 27th, 2023, with Autism Resource Central of Worcester.  Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism and Sensor Processing * Guest speaker Mary Loughlin is parent of two adult with moderately[...]

Webinar, February 27th, 2023, with Seven Hills of Central Massachusetts. The speaker will be Marica Brennan, a Disability Resource Specialist with the Disability Resource Center of Salem, MA. Marcia provides short term services including; information and[...]

Webinar, February 27th, 2023, 7:30 p.m, with the Needham SEPAC. Children with anxiety, hyperactivity, aggression, and sleep difficulties, particularly those who also have autism, can benefit from psychiatric medications as long as the prescribing doctor[...]

Webinar, February 28th 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. This training will give you an in-depth understanding of: All seven senses. The ability to identify how senses impact everyday behaviors. Discovery of why children[...]

Webinar, March 2nd – 30th, 2023, with the Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest in Framingham. Free but space is limited to 15 participants. Support for Caregivers: Navigating the MA Special Education[...]

March 6th, 2023. Arc of Massachusetts Updates “Leo Live” Webinars, with Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide montly summaries on what has been accomplished and/or resolved on the Federal and state level and[...]

Webinar, March 6th, 2023, with HMEA Autism Resource Central of Worcester.  Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism. * This presentation will delve into the Individual Education Program (IEP) document, its development, the[...]

Brockton, MA, March 7th – April 11th, 2023. Run by Ryan Feeney, a fitness and sports instructor from ASD Fit Brockton. Ryan specializes in training individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. * The program for ages[...]

Online, March 8th, 2023, with TechACCESS of RI. Are you working with a nonspeaking child for the first time? Do you have a student using AAC inconsistently or in ineffective ways? * You might be[...]

Webinar, March 8th, 2023, with Vinfen in Cambridge, MA. What You Need to Know  -The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and Vinfen will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages. Learn[...]

Webinar, March 13th, 2023, with HMEA Autism Resource Central of Worcester. Part of their “Autism 101″ parent webinars series. Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism. * Guest speaker Kristin Cariglia, who[...]

Webinar, March 14th, 2023, with Inclusion Matters, the West Bridgewater, MA, SEPAC. Free and open to the public. Talking with our kids and teens about sexuality can be hard–especially when they have special needs. *[...]

Webinar, March 15th, 2023, with Vinfen in Cambridge, MA. What You Need to Know  -The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and Vinfen will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages. Learn[...]

Webinar, March 15th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speaker will be Chris Keary, MD Behavioral Director, Angelman Syndrome Behavioral Clinic Staff Psychiatrist, Lurie Center for Autism, Assistant Program Director, Multidisciplinary[...]

Webinar, March 20th, 2023, with HMEA Autism Resource Central of Worcester. Part of their “Autism 101″ parent webinars series. Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism. * Parents of children with special[...]

Virtual Meeting, March 20th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis, Needham, Newton, Norfolk,[...]

Webinar, March 21st, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Service dogs are trained to help individuals with disabilities with specific tasks or duties. For autistic individuals these may include providing deep pressure[...]

Webinar, March 22nd, 2023, with the May Institute of Randolph, MA. Free. Have you tried the toilet training basics? This presentation is intended for parents of older children who are struggling with toilet training. * Discuss[...]

Weymouth, MA, Spring 2023, with the Arc of the South Shore. Join story time and yoga class that brings books to life. * This is an inclusive program where all are welcome. * Classes are[...]

Webinar, March 22nd, 2023, with the North Reading Sepac and the Arc of Massachusetts. Parents often struggle with how to help their children form relationships with peers. * This workshop is for parents of children[...]

Webinar, March 28th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. The Autism Housing Pathway’s  “Housing 101” introduces families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services – including for those[...]

Webinar, March 29th, 2023, with the Franklin, MA, SEPAC. This workshop is available to all adult community members. It will provide an introduction to a practical, front-end method to address behavioral challenges – concrete steps that[...]

Dorchester, MA, April 2nd, 2023, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents in Boston. Circle of Vietnamese parents is a group of Vietnamese speaking parents of children with special needs[...]

Billerica, MA, April 3rd, 2023. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. Enjoy  burgers, chicken tenders, fries, soft drinks and dessert. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental[...]

World Autism Awareness Day Flag Raising with the City of Chicopee, MA, April 3rd, 2023.  For more information on Chicopee Light it up BLUE for Autism visit  www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=517981773858944&set=a.150629857260806   or contact (413) 594-1500   Share this[...]

Lexington, MA, April 5th – 26th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts will be offering a three-session workshop on Future Planning and Developing a Letter of Intent for Aging Caregivers of[...]

Braintree, April 8th, 2023, with the ABA Centers of America Braintree location. If you are a parent with any questions about starting the IEP process for your child, this informational session may be beneficial to[...]

Webinar, April 11th, 2023, with the Wachusett SEPAC and the Tri-Town SEPAC of Boxford, Middleton and Topsfield, MA. The Tri-Town and Wachusett SEPAC are hosting Jordyn Zimmerman as a guest speaker. Jordyn will present and then[...]

Fairhaven, MA, April 14th, 2023, at the Millicent Library. Lego “Brick Club” club social group for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids offered by the folks at BeSpoke Speech Therapy at the Millicent Library in Fairhaven. *[...]

Webinar, April 19th 2023, with Vinfen of Cambridge, MA. The risk factors for suicide in people with Autsm can be very different to those in the general populatoon, and thus require tailored prevention strategies. * Join[...]

Virtual Group, April 20tj, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Virtual Group, el20 de abril, 2023, con Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Gratis. El grupo se reúne el primer[...]

Webinar, April 25th, 2023, with Seven Hills Family Services in Central Massachusetts. Join Pat Carney, who will discuss the topic of Healthy Relationships and Sexuality for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. * Pat is the[...]

Virtual Q&A, April 26th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchage. Nearly 20% of waiting children registered with MARE are diagnosed with autism, and these children wait significantly longer for permanency. MARE believes that they[...]

Webinar, April 26th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speaker will be Emily I. Hartnett, PhD, Massachusetts General Hospital. About the speaker: Dr. Emily I. Hartnett is a Clinical Psychologist at Massachusetts General[...]

Attleboro High School, April 29th, 2023, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. The Family Literacy & Community Resource Fair is presented by Project Connect and the Early Childhood Community of Attleboro. * There will be free activities[...]

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 1st, Virtual Session, May 2nd, 2023. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]

Tufts University, Boston, MA, May 4th, 2023. Free. This conference will provide a forum for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, people with disabilities, family members, and other interested individuals to learn about current research and practice in[...]

Boston, May 4th, 2023, at Tufts University Health Sciences Campus. Free. This conference will provide a forum for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, people with disabilities, family members, and other interested individuals to learn about current research[...]

Webinar, May 10th, 2023, with the Justice Resource Institute Family Advisory Council. This workshop is part of the JRI’s Family Advisory Councils Caregiver Connection Series. * These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for[...]

Boston, Suffolk University Law School and Virtual, May 11th, 2023, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Learn about accessibility and inclusion priorities in the City of Boston. The City of Boston Mayor’s Commission for Person with Disabilities has[...]

Fairhaven, MA, May 12th, 2023, at the Millicent Library. Lego “Brick Club” club social group for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids offered by the folks at BeSpoke Speech Therapy at the Millicent Library in Fairhaven. *[...]

Burlington, MA, May 13th, 2023. Free. Hosted by the Burlington Mall and open to the public. Discover firetrucks, big rigs and emergency vehicles at this free, family-friendly event. * Special hours are reserved for a[...]

Virtual Meeting, May 15th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis, Needham, Newton, Norfolk,[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2023, with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens’ Advisory Board.  Speaker Katherine Anderson is a veteran special educator and author who writes and speaks on the[...]

Virtual Event, May 18th, 2023, with the Western Mass Family Leadership Program at Multicultural Community Services. Legislative Testimony For Families & Caregivers. * Join a presentation by Maura Sullivan, Director of Government Affairs and Health[...]

Lexington, MA, May 23rd, 2023, with Pathways to Friendship at the Arc of Massachusetts. The Northeast MA Inclusion Summit: How Community Organizations Become Disability Inclusive in Practice. * Participants will learn concrete strategies for supporting[...]

Webinar, May 25th, 2023,  with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council and  Families for Depression Awareness. In this webinar, Jenny Woodworth, LISW, will define boundaries as they relate to familial relationships. * Participants will[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, May 31st, 2023, with the Scituate, MA, SEPAC.  PANS/PANDAS stands for Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infection (PANDAS). * Improve the understanding of this disorder.. * Help[...]

Webinar, June 1st, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Connecting Families: A Bill on Parental Notification of Failed Health Screenings: Using Your Experience to Make a Change. Audrey Falk, EdD,[...]

Virtual Group, June 1st, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Virtual Group, el 1 de junio, 2023, con Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Gratis. El grupo se reúne el[...]

This event is now sold out. Shirley, Massachusetts, June 4th 2023. Dr. Temple Grandin is a world-renowned adult with autism, autism spokesperson, professor of animal science at Colorado State University, and author of Thinking in[...]

Webinar, June 7th with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Friendships are personally valuable and developmentally important relationships for all people, yet friendships between individuals with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities remain infrequent. * This[...]

Webinar, June 8th, 2023, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch and Learn” Via Zoom, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of Each[...]

Fairhaven, MA, June 9th, 2023, at the Millicent Library. Lego “Brick Club” club social group for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids offered by the folks at BeSpoke Speech Therapy at the Millicent Library in Fairhaven. *[...]

Webinar, June 12th, 2023, with the Northeast Family Leadership Program of  Massachusetts. How organizing can help you be the best advocate for your child. * Creating a digital binder enables you to access information at[...]

Webinar, June 13th, 2023, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. The confusing and challenging behaviors children often demonstrate cause parents, teachers, and therapists to ask the question: Is it sensory or is it behavior? * Hear[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Boston College, June 14th, 2023, with the Beautiful Lives Project. Join the Beautiful Lives Project and the Boston College Football Team for an indoor Fieldhouse of Dreams event on June 14, 2023, from 11:30 am –[...]

Webinar, June 21st, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Ann Neumeyer, MD and Jacob Hooker, PhD.  About the speakers: * * Dr. Neumeyer is a child neurologist that[...]

Mattaposiett, MA, June 24th, 2023, with the Northeast Family Leadership Program of  Massachusetts. A Compassion Fatigue workshop for parents and caregivers of loved ones with disabilities, chronic illness, or mental health challenges. * It can[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, June 28th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc’s Operation House Call program is seeking new self-advocate co-teachers and volunteer host families. * Learn how you can get involved with this groundbreaking program that[...]

Attleboro, MA, July 8th, 2023. In collaboration with the Friendship Project. For families with Sensory Needs. Tickets are intended for families with sensory challenges. Limited tickets are available and must be pre purchased via the[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

In English and Spanish, Virtual and in Person/Peabody, MA, with Bridgewell Family Support Center. This support group is a safe space designed for caregivers of individuals with disabilities to come together as a group and share[...]

Online, through September 1st 2023, 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 with a[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, July 19th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Rebecca Doggett, PhD. About the speakers: * Rebecca Doggett, PhD, is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, July 20th, 6 pm, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of children who are in Middle School and High School. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitator and program director Nancy Lucier. * The[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. Free Summer Parent Series with the Language and Play Project. All age groups and all levels are welcome to attend this series. Throughout this[...]

Springfield, MA, July 25th, 2023, with Kehillah at the Springfield JCC. Free. Kehillah families, parents, and caregivers are invited to discuss Positive Behavior Supports and Community Resources. * This panel will break down information to[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts.  Leo Sarkissian, Executive Director of The Arc of Massachusetts, will have guests join him live or via pre-recorded messages talking about the Americans with Disabilities Act[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, August 3rd, 2023, with the North Reading, MA, SEPAC. Navigating IEPs can be challenging.  But if you know what to ask for- and how to ask for it – this can help a lot.[...]

Easton, MA, August 12, 2023. This event was rescheduled from it’s original April 30th, Autism Acceptance month 2023 date.  All donations will benefit Raising Harts – Sponsorship dollars go directly to programming, events, and fulfilling[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Salem, MA, August 16th, 2023. The Northeast Arc has partnered with with the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem to offer Sensory Friendly Summer Wednesday Mornings for their families and friends. * Free to families that[...]

Webinar, August 16th, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Maria Mody, PhD, Lisa Nowinski, PhD and Evan Bordt, PhD About the speakers: * Maria Mody, PhD, is Assistant[...]

Boston, August 20th, 2023.  A special performance benefitting the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism and in partnership with Rodman for Kids. Slight modifications will be made to the Blue Man Group performance including reduced sound[...]

Boston, MA, April 17th, 2025, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. Free entry for people with Autism and their families. STARS of the Spectrum is a sensory – inclusive club night at one[...]

Fenway Park, Boston, August 24th, 2023, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. Free entry for people with Autism and their families. The Flutie Foundation is celebrating their collective impact in the autism community[...]

Webinar, August 29th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. Free Summer Parent Series with the Language and Play Project. All age groups and all levels are welcome to attend this series. Throughout this[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, August 31st, 2023, with Community Autism Resources in Taunton, MA. Join Community Autism Resources a conversation about learn about the services CAR offers, and how and why it is IMPORTANT to apply for DDS[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Acton, September 16th, 2023, 5 p.m. – 8:o0 p.m. Explore the accessible Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special evening event for families with members on the autism spectrum. * Your family can play,[...]

Webinar, September 19th, 2023, with Commonwealth Autism Services of Plainville, MA. Home Safety 101 Training equips parents with fundamental knowledge and practical tips to create a safer home environment for their children. * This training[...]

Webinar, September 20th, 2023, with Autism Connections in Western Massachusetts.  With Susan Swan-Petrok, EDLD, MS Elementary Education, MS Special Education, BA Psychology. * This webinar will explore the brain structures that impact functioning in individuals on[...]

Webinar, September 20th, 2023, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The Massachusetts Department of Education and Secondary Education has recently rolled out a new IEP form. The[...]

Hartford, CT, September 28th, 2023. One-day special education law and advocacy program that focuses on special education law, rights and responsibilities, tests and measurements to measure progress & regression, SMART IEPs, introduction to tactics &[...]

Virtual Event, September 30th, 2023. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is hosting the 3rd annual Northeastern ABA virtual conference, which includes talks from a diverse group of exciting researchers and professionals in the field. * This[...]