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Special Education Forum for Parents & Caregivers
Virtual Events, the last Wednesday of each month, through June 25th, 2026, with .Autism Connections of Western Massachusetts. The Special Education Forum is an opportunity for parents and caregivers of students on IEPs to share...
Navigating Transition Workshop Series
Online Series, the first Tuesday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Join the FCSN on the first Tuesday of each month from 6-7 to hear from experts on...
Inclusive Healthy Relationships For Men & Women
Malden, MA, May 26 – June 23, 2026, with Triangle, Inc. Disability Services. Triangle Abuse Prevention & Safety (TAPS) for Heathy Relationships for Men & Women. This is a 4-part series is specifically for people...
Expressive Arts Therapy for Individuals with Memory Loss / Down Syndrome Webinar
Webinar, June 1st, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Friends Matter! Promoting Friendship and Social Connections During the Summer
Webinar, June 3rd, 2026, 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. *...
Centering Students, Families & Family Support Staff in the IEP Process
Webinar, June 5th, 2026, with the Children’s Trust in Boston. This Family Support Friday session supports families, providers, and programs in building more inclusive, collaborative individualized education program (IEP) experiences. * Participants will learn how...
Department of Developmental Services Updates for Norfolk County
Virtual Meeting, June 9th, 2026, 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,...
Charting the LifeCourse Series
Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,...
Pathways to Friendship 2026 Forum: Foundations of Friendship
Natick, MA, June 11th, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Join Pathways to Friendship and The Arc of Massachusetts on Thursday, June 11, 2026 for an inspiring day of connection, learning, and hands-on experiences focused...
Advocating for Older Adults & People with Disabilities Conference
June 11th, 2026, with National Association of Social Workers – Massachusetts Chapter. This conference will examine the growing challenges facing adults who age or live with disabilities without strong support systems. Keynote Presentation “Liberty, Justice...
Red Sox Down Syndrome Awareness Game
Fenway Park, Boston, Jun 14th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC). Join the Boston Red Sox and MDSC’s 2026 Down Syndrome Awareness Game at Fenway on Boston Red Sox Sunday, June 14, when...
Central MA Down Syndrome Family Group
Worcester, MA, June 14thm 2026, Accessible Park Day. Families of children with Down syndrome and expectant families are invited to join families to their Accessible Park Day. * This group is part of the Massachusetts’...
Family Leadership Training for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Northeast and Central Regions, Applicaton Deadline is June 14th, 2026. The Metro region is announcing the 2026 Family Leadership Series for caregivers in the Metro region who have loved ones served by DDS (or may...
Self-Care That Actually Fits Into A Caregivers’s Life
Webinar, June 18th, 2026, with Autism Navigation Solutions in Stoughton. Part of their Caregiver Connection Series 2026 Webinar series. If you are caregiver to someone with autism, living in constant “What do I do next?”...
MDSC Dads Program Father’s Day at Kimball Farm
Westford, MA, June 21st, 2026, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled family day at Kimball Farm! Enjoy great food, exciting activities, and plenty of time to relax and connect....
Woo Sox Day with the Central Mass Down Syndrome Congress Group
Worcester, MA, June 28th, 2026. Members of the Central MA Down Syndrome Group will attend the WooSox take versus the Toledo Mud Hens.* Ticket purchase will get a reserved seat along the baseline. * After...
Financial Planning for Two Generations: Supporting Aging Loved Ones While Building the Team to Carry On
Webinar, July 7th, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Inclusive Healthy Relationships For Men & Women
Salem, MA, July 8th – 29th, 2026, with Triangle, Inc. Disability Services. Triangle Abuse Prevention & Safety (TAPS) for Heathy Relationships for Men & Women. This is a 4-part series is specifically for people served...
Finding the Funny in Frustrating
Webinar, July 16th, 2026, with Autism Navigation Solutions in Stoughton. Part of their Caregiver Connection Series 2026 Webinar series. If you are caregiver to someone with autism, living in constant “What do I do next?”...
Disability Pride Fair: Methuen
Metheun, MA, July 25th, 2026, 11am-3pm, with the Methuen Commission on Disability. Free to and open to all disabilities and all ages. Where History Meets Progress Yes We Can! Disability Pride Fair. They will have...
Proactive Wellness: Navigating Aging & Health in Down Syndrome
Webinar, August 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Holding on to Faith When it Feels Impossible
Webinar, August 20th, 2026, with Autism Navigation Solutions in Stoughton. Part of their Caregiver Connection Series 2026 Webinar series. If you are caregiver to someone with autism, living in constant “What do I do next?”...
Aging with Grace: Strategies to Maximize Nutrition & Hydration for Adults with Down Syndrome
Webinar, September 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Especially for Me Sensory-Friendly Museum Evening for Adults 18+
Acton, MA, September 19th, 2026, 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 a...
Create a Better Day Through Meaningful Engagement
Webinar, October 1st, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Massachusetts Association For the Education of Young Children Conference
Holyoke, MA, October 24th, 2026. 2026 Theme – The Joy in the Journey: Recharging Our Passion for Play and Nurturing Self-Care. The Massachusetts Association is partnering with their colleagues at the Western Massachusetts Professional Development...
Transition Conference: The Transition Journey
Framingham, MA, October 24th, 2026. The Arc of Massachusetts 2026 Transition Conference theme is Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. This full‑day conference is designed for families of children with intellectual and...
Caring for the Caregiver: Strategies for Your Own Well-Being
Webinar, November 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
Adult Healthcare: Integrating Medical Guidelines and Psychosocial Well-Being
Webinar, December 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
New England Epilepsy Convention
Cambridge, MA, February 5th – 7th, 2027, with Epilepsy Foundation New England. This annual patient and caregiver conference will span the course of three full days including educational seminars, partners and resources in an expo...
