Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

Lexington, MA, September 11th, 2023 – January 4th, 2024, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). This chorus is comprised of adults with special needs, volunteers, a director, and a pianist. * They meet each[...]

Duxbury & Hingham, MA & Virtual Option, September 20th – December 15th, 2023.  An inclusive chorus designed for singers of all abilities, age 16 and up. * Repertoire includes master works, folk and traditional, seasonal,[...]

Hingham, MA, September 22nd – December 29th, 202.  The South Shore Special Needs Athletic (SNAP) is hosting a Yoga/Zumba program for students with special needs in middle and high school who receive special education services.[...]

Hadley, MA, October 3rd – December 9th, 2023, in person, with Whole Children. The concert unites singers with and without disabilities  of all ages to work toward the common goal of performing in concert. *[...]

Hadley, October 3rd – December 9th, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 16+ with special needs. * Move to the sounds of fabulous music at your own pace to improve flexibility, strength, and balance.[...]

Wakefield, MA, October 4th – December 6th, 2023, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 5 – 15, and 15 to adult. Join Ms. Hannah on Wednesday evenings to learn the basics of ballet, Ms. Hannah[...]

Burlinton, MA, October 4th – December 7th, 2023, with Riverside Family Suport Center. This music therapy session is a weekly program for individuals ages 8+ with developmental disabilities. This group uses movement, music, group instrument[...]

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[...]

Bridgewater, MA, October 25th – December 20th, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts. Young Adult & Adult Fall II Recreation Programs Mindful Movement – Engage in movement as a group with activities such as yoga,[...]

Newton, MA, through May 2024, with the All Newton Harmony Chorus. Led by ANMS’ music therapist, Joanna Kennedy. Joanna has been leading choirs for individuals of all ages and abilities since 2019. * Joanna will lead[...]

Bridgewater, MA, November 3rd – December 19th, 2023, with the Bridgecenter and Easterseals Massachusetts.  Children & Teen Fall II Recreation Programs. My Music Time 1:1 Lessons – Weekly music lessons with your choice of the following[...]

Chicopee, MA, September 2023 – June 2024.  The Center for Human Development  (CHD) of Western Massachusetts offers an adaptive dance and movement program. * Dancers, regardless of ability, between the ages of 4-22 (with some[...]

Wakefield, MA, November 21st, 2023 – February 27th, 202r, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. These music therapy groups are a unique musical place for music making and meeting new friends. * Music experiences in this[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

 Chicopee, December 20th, 2023.  his inclusive holiday  dance welcomes all abilities to celebrate the holiday season. * Please inquire with the host about the appropriate ages for this event. * The Bureau for Exceptional Children[...]

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[...]

Boston and Newton, MA, through May 2024, with the Boston Ballet. Boston Ballet School’s Adaptive Dance offers specialized, creative movement instruction for individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as Inclusive classes for[...]

Norfolk, MA, January 4th – April 4th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For ages 13 – 22. The Exhale adaptive and inclusive dance program incorporates appropriate dance styles for individuals with special needs.[...]

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[...]

Brighton, MA, January 6th – March 7th, 2024, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Participants will learn a variety of dance steps and movements, as well as a fun dance combination to perform at the end[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Avon, MA, February 9th, 2023, with the Tim Tebow Foundation and the Grace Church. Night to Shine is a complimentary event for people with special needs hosted by local churches around the world. The event is[...]

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[...]