Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

Hadley / Northampton, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, with Whole Children. In person, for ages 13 to Adult 12 with special needs. * In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and[...]

Hadley / Northhampton, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, with Whole Children of Western MA. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. In Indonesian Kung-Fu, or “Silat”, students learn both physical and verbal self-defense[...]

Pawtucket, RI, October 2023 – March 2024, with Rhode Island Special Hockey. The GPYHA/RI Special Needs Hockey program offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any[...]

Roxbury, MA, October 29th, 2023, through February 29th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Registration for the full 5 months/10 groups is required. Limited space available. Adults with Down syndrome, ages 20+ are invited[...]

On line, Fall, 2023 & Winter 2024 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.[...]

Brockton, East Boston, Fall River, Gardner, Holyoke, North Adams, Worcester, December 2023 – March 2024, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures.  Free. Lace up a pair of conventional skates[...]

Wayland, MA, December 3 – 13th, 2023. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages aged 5 to 18. Clinics provide a supportive and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow,[...]

Westfield, MA, December 3rd, 2023. With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2o23, with the Mansfield, MA, SEPAC. All kids need opportunities for physical activity and recreation, but how can you make programs in and out of school accessible to neurodiverse students? Hear speakers[...]

Mansfield, MA, December 5th 2023 – March 5th, 2024.  Athletes of any level are welcome to join in this is unified bowling team. If anyone knows of a unified partner that might want to join,[...]

Virtual Group, December 7th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down syndrome.[...]

Marlborough, MA, December 7th, 2023, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. One day lacrosse clinic for athletes ages 16 and older on Thursday, December 7th from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. * No lacrosse experience required. * Equipment[...]

East Cambridge, MA, December 8th – 10th, 2023. Presented by United Dance Company, ages 13-22, families & friends.  In order to ensure that classes are fully accessible and enjoyable for students with Down syndrome, United Dance[...]

Webinar, December 13th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]

Eventos virtuales, con el Congreso de Síndrome de Down de Massachusetts. Compartiendo en persona para madres latinas más jóvenes que tienen hijos con síndrome de Down. * Ocasionalmente el grupo también se reúne en persona.[...]

Natick, MA, December 18th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * This is[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Virtual Group, December 21st, 2023, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

Brookline, MA, January 1st – March 25th, 2024. With the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. It’s time for the crisp, cold air and peaceful scenery offered by winter sports. * If you’re looking for a way[...]

Shrewsbury, MA, January 1 – March 6th, 2024. Rec Connect is a collaboration between Northboro, Southboro, & Shrewsbury Rec Departments,  This adaptive/inclusive social program is designed for those with and without disabilities to come together[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

South Dennis, MA, through May 18th, 2024. An all-inclusive ice hockey team coming to Cape Cod, the Great Blizzards will be based at Tony Kent Arena in Dennis, MA. The Great Blizzards of Cape Cod will[...]

Winchester, MA, January 7th – February 12th, 2023. TOPS for Hoops serves disabled youth basketball players ages 6 to 16. Offered by the Winchester Youth Basketball Association, this program provides an opportunity for all children with[...]

Webinar, January 10th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]

Virtual Group, January 18th, 2024, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2024, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is a group established under Massachusetts General Law who works with the Boston Public[...]

Westfield, MA, January 28th 2024, With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Webinar, February 14th, 2023, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]

Virtual Group, February 15th, 2024, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

Lenox, MA, Deadline to apply – February 18th, 2023. Program runs February 24th – May 4th, 2024. The West Region Family Leadership Training Series is a free that consists of two half-day workshops, plus three[...]

Webinar, February 29th, 2024, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is a group established under Massachusetts General Law who works with the Boston Public[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Virtual Group, March 21st, 2024, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

Massachusetts’ Location TBA, March 23rd, 2024. TEach March, just after World Down Syndrome Day, MDSC brings together hundreds of people with Down syndrome, their family members, health care professionals and educators from across New England[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Boston, with Virtual Conference options available, April 19th – 21st, 2024, with the Berklee Institute for Arts Education and Special Needs in Boston. * The ABLE Assembly is a professional development opportunity in the field[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 6th, Virtual Session, May 7th, 2024. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]

Virtual Group, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]