Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

Fairhaven / South Shore, MA, July 28th, 2024.  The Fairhaven Commission on Disability and M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. are hosting a Diverse Abilities Celebration. July marks the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a[...]

Dunn State Park, Gardner, August 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council. Celebrate 34 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Help mark the anniversary of one of the most important pieces of[...]

Brighton, through October 31st, 2024. With Community Rowing in Brighton. * There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of[...]

Lexington, MA, August 5th – 15th, 2024. For ages 1 – 14.  The Lexington Recreation Department offers this American Red Cross Learn to Swim group swimming lessons- a swim membership is required to participate in[...]

Hampton, NH, August 6th, 2024. Free. Surfing With Smiles gives those with intellectual, physical, sensory, and mental disabilities the chance to learn to surf. Sign ups are required for all surfers. * Sign ups are[...]

Burlington, MA, August 7th – 14th, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Adventure awaits is an accessible adventure based program. Each season they will embark on new adventures. * This summer they are partnering with[...]

East Brookfield, MA, August 9th, 2024,  with the Webster Water Ski Collective.  Free. An  “Any Age/Any Disability” OPEN Adaptive Ski Day. This event may be full – please check with the host. * The event[...]

Webinar, August 12th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This presentation provides an understanding of the transition planning process, including why transition planning is important, services that could be included,[...]

Boston, MA, August 17th, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England & Community Boating Inc.’s Universal Access Program.  These sessions are designed specifically for athletes with visual or mobility impairments. * Emphasis is placed on sailing[...]

Burlington, MA, August 19th – 23rd, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. For participants with a disability. iCan Shine is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that provides recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. * For[...]

Kennebunk Beach, ME, August 20th, 2024, with Special Surfers.​ Special Surfers is a non-profit organization sharing the empowering experience of surfing with children and young adults of all ages with special needs. * Particpants must[...]

Tyngsboro, MA, August 21st, 2024,  with the Webster Water Ski Collective. This event is co-hosted by the Jack Trottier Foundation and our friends from Team Hoyt New England. Registrations are currently limited to members of[...]

Newport, RI, August 25th, 2024, with Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England. Free. Enjoy an Adaptive Sail on the Impossible Dream – Registration Deadline: August 19. Join SBAGNE for an adaptive sail on the[...]

Burlington, MA, September 7th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

East Boston, September & October 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. For youth ages 10 and older. Sailing After School is a program for youth to rapidly advance through PPSC’s sailing curriculum with a 4:1 student[...]

Webinar, September 11th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Virtual Group, September 12th, 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[...]

Westerly, RI, September 14th, 2024, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. * This Learn to[...]

Concord, MA, September 15th – October 27th, with the Concord Recreation Department.  For ages 5 – 22 with a range of disabilities. In these 1:1 swim lessons, participants will work with American Red Cross Water Safety[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 17th, 2024. Registration is now closed. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council MASILC Conference is an opportunity learn about the latest available Independent Living services, and to strategize better ways to achieve common goals. *Conference[...]

Virtual Event, September 18th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Hear guest presenter, Fred Misilo, Attorney, Chair, Trust and Estate Department, Fletcher Tilton, PC, to learn the fundamental planning strategies used in creating an estate[...]

Webinar, September 19th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This presentation provides an understanding of the transition planning process, including why transition planning is important, services that could be included,[...]

Virtual and in person in Burlington, Mattapoisett, Sturbridge, Wareham, MA. September 20th, 2024, is the deadline for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 programs. Free.  This training that guides parents and caregivers, who have Department of[...]

Webinar, September 20th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Masschusetts. Host: Early Intervention Parent Leadership Program at the FCSN. This workshops explains: The differences between Early Education and Special Education The transition planning[...]

York, ME, September 21st, 2024, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. * This Learn to[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Westport, MA, September 22nd, 2o24, with Rare Surfs and Gnome Surf Therapy. For 2024, they have their inaugural event planned in New England in Westport MA. Gnome Surf  is experienced taking individuals of all abilities[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 29th & 30th, 2024. The Paul W. Spooner Generational Leadership Summit 2024 is a conference of the next generation of leaders on disability advocacy to attend an all expenses paid leadership summit.[...]

Virtual Event, September 25th, 2024, with MassAbility (formerly the Mass Rehabilitation Commission. MassAbility is hosting a quarterly forum for individuals with disabilities and family allies to engage, share information, and connect to the resources that[...]

Virtual Support Group, September 25th, 2024. Ages Up to 10 years old. Please see below for dates for ages 11 -17 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and[...]

Webinar, October 1st, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services DDS Northeast Region. Department of Developmental Services (DDS) 101 is an introductory session designed for families, caregivers, and school personnel. DDS 101 is a[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2024, with the National Down Syndrome Congress. Join NDSS for this upcoming webinar with Dr. Hannah Graham, author of The Primary Care Provider’s Guide to Women’s Health and Down Syndrome. Dr. Graham will[...]

Whitehall State Park in Hopkinton, MA, October 9th, 2024. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in small groups in state parks through Waypoint Adventure. * Join UAP for[...]

Webinar, October 9th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Virtual Group, October 10th, 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, October 10th, 2024, with UMass Chan Eunice Kennedy Medical School, Shriver Center, and the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health in Worcester. A virtual conversation with Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No[...]

Webinars, October 10th, 2024, and the 2nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. Are you a: RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant, or SEPAC Officer?[...]

Webinar, October 15th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Virtual Event, October 16th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

Amherst, MA, Sundays, through 2024, with the Amherst Recreation Department. Join a Adaptive Swim Lessons. Sundays at Amherst Regional Middle School pool. • 11 am – 12 pm ~ adaptive open & lap swim ~[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Boston, MA, and Virtual Options, October 23rd, 2024. The Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities is hosting the Inaugural National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration at the Massachusetts State House. This event will[...]

Webinar, October 23rd, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Norfolk, MA, October 24th, 2024, at the Norfolk Public Library. Everyone needs to have a housing plan in place for their loved one. Join and watch a preview us to learn more about housing options[...]

Winter 2025 with the JCC Springfield.  * Facility includes a heated, six lane pool. * Entry to the pool includes stairs, ladder, and handicap lift access. * The pool area also includes a mid-sized wading[...]

Virtual Group, October 26th, 2024. 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[...]

Worcester, MA, through February 23rd, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence[...]

Webinar, October 29th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Virtual Support Group, October 30th, 2024. Ages 11 – 17 years old. Please see below for dates for 0 – 10 and and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome[...]

Boston, MA, November 1st & 2nd, 2024, at Boston Children’s Hospital. The Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Family Symposium and Exhibitor Expo brings together families, patients, and professionals for a day of learning and connection. Through interactive workshops,[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Burlington, MA, November 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

Brookline, MA, November 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress AIM program.  For ages 13 – 22. November AIM Meetup – Teens and young adults are invited to throw on their Halloween costumes and join the[...]

Concord, MA, November 3rd – December 15th, with the Concord Recreation Department.  For ages 5 – 22 with a range of disabilities. In these 1:1 swim lessons, participants will work with American Red Cross Water Safety[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Danvers, MA, November 6th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc’s Early Intervention Program. Ready, Set, Resource! Join the Northeast Arc and many other exhibitors for an event highlighting the many resources available to young children and[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Pittsfield, MA, November 11th, 2024. This early childhood conference is focused on “The Power of Play: Unleashing Positive Behavior in Young Children.” It is designed for early childhood educators, caregivers, and professionals who are passionate[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Worcester, MA, November 13th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. Join general and special educators, administrators, paraprofessionals, support professionals, and parents from around the state for a full-day of presentations led by experts in the[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2024, with the Weymouth SEPAC. IEP This workshop will help families and those working with students with disabilities understand the different sections of the IEP, and protections in the law that help[...]

Virtual Support Group, November 20th, 2024. For Ages 18+. Please see below for dates for ages  0 – 10 and 11 -17.  The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Virtual Series, January 16th – March 20th, 2025 – application deadline is December 13th, 2024, with Northeast Family Leadership, Riverside Community Care.  Participants will explore topics including the history of the disability movement, Charting the[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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, December 6th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Masschusetts. Host: Early Intervention Parent Leadership Program at the FCSN. This workshops explains: The differences between Early Education and Special Education The transition[...]

Burlington, MA, December 7th, 2024, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome up to their 4th birthday, as well as expectant families. * Photographer[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Boston, MA, December 7th & 8th, 2024. Presented by United Dance Company. The United Dance Company is an inclusive dance company featuring artists who identify as having a disability and artists who don’t, united by[...]

Northampton, MA, December 10th, 2025, with Pathlight’s Inclusive Community Center. Join a workshop that breaks down how to effectively advocate for your child’s success in special education. Cover strategies that make a difference, from navigating[...]

Webinar, December 10th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. In the spirit of the holidays, join The Arc of Massachusetts for a special webinar about making friends and connecting with people in your community. * Presenter Jonathan[...]

Webinar, December 11th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 16th, 2024, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker Series dedicated to disability issues that directly affect the individuals[...]

Virtual Support Group, December 18th, 2024. Ages Up to 10 years old. Please see below for dates for ages 11 -17 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Quincy, MA, January – April 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s swim lesson program is held in partnership with the Hale Family YMCA and Simmons University. The lessons are overseen by[...]

Virtual Program, January 7th – February 11th, 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. Traditional[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Webinar in SPANISH, January 8th, 2025, sábado 18 de enero de 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful[...]

Chicopee, MA, January 11th – April 12th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. The West Region Family Leadership Training Series is a free training that guides parents and family caregivers to imagine better[...]

Bridgewater, MA, January 13th, 2025, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregivers of Young Adults & Adults Speaker Series dedicated to disability issues that directly affect the individuals[...]

Webinar, January 22nd, 225, with the Arc of Massachusetts. According to the FINDS Survey, approximately 80% of people with disabilities are cared for by family members. Who will take on this role when those caregivers are[...]

Webinar, 22 de enero de 2025, con Bridgewell, Northeast Arc, Danvers, MA. Presentado por Laura Pérez de The Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Cómo abordar el Plan Educativo Individualizado (IEP) Este taller ayudará a las familias[...]

Virtual Group, January 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[...]

Online, January 29th – April 9th, 2025, with the Astra Foundation in Acton, MA. Learn DIR® techniques developed by Stanley Greenspan, MD and Serena Wieder, PhD. DIR® focuses on the child-parent (or caregiver) relationship as[...]

Virtual Support Group, January 29th, 2024. Ages 11 – 17 years old. Please see below for dates for ages up to 10 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome[...]

Reading, MA, Winter & Spring 2025, with the Burbank YMCA Adaptive Swim Program.  The Burbank YMCA will offer sessions of Adaptive Swim Lessons from February to April. They will offer 5 session meetings for 30[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Acton, MA, February 8th, 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[...]

Needham, MA . Sábado, 8 de fevereiro e Domingo –  13 de abril, 2025. Série de liderança familiar em português da reião metropolitana. A Série de Liderança Familiar é um treinamento focado em como e[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

The deadline to submit applications for the 2025/26 academic year is May 16, 2025. With the E.K. Shriver Center / UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. This Fellowship program is designed for clinicians, self-advocates, individuals[...]

Webinar, February 12th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Boston, MA, February 13th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Developmental Disability Council.  This event is an opportunity for the public to learn about state legislation being filed that will have an impact on individuals with developmental[...]

Charlestown, MA, February 17th – 19th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center, and provides experiential training for[...]

Boston, MA, through June 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. For ages 8+ with a visual or mobility impairment. Each swimmer receives an individualized program to help work on their technical and psychological skills. * This[...]

Dorchester, MA, February 23, 2025, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Hosted by The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Dorchester/Boston invites families of youth with disability to attend their annual lunar new year celebration.[...]

Webinar, February 24th, 2025, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. This session will focus on how to plan for the 13th to 15th years of schooling. With the MCAS no longer being a requirement for graduation,[...]

Virtual Support Group, February 26th, 2025. For Ages 18+. Please see below for dates for ages  0 – 10 and 11 -17.  The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism[...]

Webinar, February 27th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Health and Disability Program, in collaboration with the Division of Community Engagement.This webinar will feature insightful discussions with guest speakers, each bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to[...]

Wakefield/Medford, MA, September 5th – December 19th, 2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. For swimmers ages 6 – 12 who have a desire to improve their skills and have some fun in the pool- come join[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Great Hall, Massachusetts State House, Boston, March 6th, 2025.  Disability Legislative Reception for Massachusetts’ Families, March 6th, 2026, Check-in: 10:00 AM. Program: 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Registration is required. Reserve your spaces today while they[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Dedham, MA, Friday nights, through 2025. Friday Night Fun Swim Swimming for all ages with special needs. The PathFinder Program is the division of the Dedham Parks & Recreation Department dedicated to providing recreational opportunities[...]

Webinar, March 8th, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Join a baby sign language workshop for newer parents.  This workshop will provide an introduction to using American Sign Language vocabulary in order to facilitate[...]

Virtual Conference, March 8th, 2025, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Visions of Community is a disability-related conference, bringing together families, youth and professionals who support and advocate for children with[...]

Waltham, MA, March 8th, 2025, with Waltham Public Schools Office of Pupil Services. Free. Keynote Speaker Brendan Mahan of ADHD Essentials. Presenting Parenting as Leadership – “Being a Leader Instead of a Boss”. Workshop Options Breakfast[...]

Quincy, MA, March & April, 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s swim lesson program is held in partnership with the Hale Family YMCA and Simmons University. The lessons are overseen by[...]

Webinar, March 11th – 13th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that[...]

UMass Lowell Coburn Hall, Lowell, MA, March 12th, 2025, 9:30 AM-2 PM. Hosted by multiple Community  and Disability Organizations across Massachusetts. Learn concrete strategies and techniques for supporting inclusion within programs, and have opportunities to[...]

Mansfield, MA, March 13th, 2024, with Mansfield Public Schools. Mansfield High School will host its annual Future Planning Fair this month to help students explore career paths and post-secondary opportunities. Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 6:30-8[...]

Webinar, March 13th, 2025, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. Participants will delve into the impact of sexual trauma on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) from both the perspectives of victims and, in some[...]

Springfield, MA, March 17th – April 7th, 2025, with CHD Disability Resources. For anybody with a disability ages 4 – 19th, and 20 and over. There will be a wide range of abilities in the[...]

Needham, MA, March 21st, 2025, with the Charles River Center. Join a Legislative Breakfast, hosted by Charles River Center and Lifeworks, on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. This is an opportunity[...]

Virtual Support Group, March 26th, 2025. Ages Up to 10 years old. Please see below for dates for ages 11 -17 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and[...]

Worcester, MA, March 29rd, 2025. Celebrate MDSC’s 41st Annual Conference on March 29, 2025. This event brings together self-advocates with Down syndrome, parents and caretakers, grandparents and siblings, health care professionals, educators and others —[...]

Boston, MA, & Virtual con Federation for Children with Special Needs en Massachusetts. Programa de Liderazgo para Padres Latinos, del 29 de marzo al 10 de mayo de 2025, con la FCSN en Massachusetts.  Para[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Worcester, MA, April 3rd, 2025, with Massachusetts APSE, the state chapter of APS (Association of People Supporting EmploymentFirst). The 50/50 Conference is a unique event bringing together 50 career seekers with disabilities, 50 workforce professionals,[...]

Haverhill, MA, April 3rd, 2025, with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport and the Merrimack Valley Citizen’s Advisory Board to the Department of Developmental Services. Free. The hosts will be recognizing our local legislators, honoring[...]

Westborough, MA, April 4th, 2025, with the The Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools.  This is a professional conference for networking and informational purposes, not intended for students and families. MAAPS is the association[...]

Brookline, MA, 2024 & 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Medfield, MA, April 5th, 2025.  Free. Massachusetts Miss Amazing provides opportunities for girls and women with disabilities across Massachusetts to build self-esteem. The mission of Miss Amazing is to give girls and women with disabilities[...]

Providence, RI, April 6th, 2025, with Best Buddies MA & RI.  Join Best Buddies for a day with the Providence Bruins. All kids, family members, and friends receive this exclusive discounted offer  Everyone’s ticket for[...]

Webinar, April 9th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Holyoke, MA, April 10th – May 29th, 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free. Join UAP for some adaptive rowing on the Connecticut River in Holyoke. This program, uses specialized equipment,[...]

Boston, with Virtual Conference options available, April 11th – 13th, 2025, with the Berklee Institute for Arts Education and Special Needs in Boston. The ABLE Assembly is a professional development opportunity in the field of[...]

Framingham, MA, April 11th, 2025. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Middlesex West area office Citizens Advisory Board (CAB) is hosting a Legislative Breakfast to dialog with state legislators on how to improve and enhance community[...]

Northern Essex Community College – Haverhill MA Campus, April 16th, 2025, with the Institute for Community Inclusion. The host welcomes requests for sign language interpreting and other requests (i.e., Computer Aided Real Time (CART), food[...]

Marlborough, MA, Spring 2025, with Employment Options and Quinsigamond College. If you are 18 to 36 and have barriers with employment or have a disability, you may qualify for the Free Culinary Training Program. Transportation[...]

Feeding Hills, MA, April 23 – May 14, 2025, Adaptive Fishing program with CHD’s All In: Barrier Free Recreation. Adaptive fishing program geared towards kids and adults with different ability levels. Families are welcome to[...]

Boston, MA, April 28th – September 27th, 2025, with the Massachusetts’s DCR Universal Access Program. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) Universal Access Program provides outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state parks for visitors[...]

Virtual Support Group, April 30th, 2025. Ages 11 – 17 years old. Please see below for dates for ages up to 10 and 18+. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 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[...]

Canton, MA, May 2nd, 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. MDSC Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides fun, inclusive, interactive events for teens and young adults with Down syndrome ages 13 to 22. * AIM[...]

Apply by May 2nd, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. APPLE (Advancing Parent / Professional Leadership in Education) is a free, virtual training program that brings SEPAC members, school staff, and[...]

Webinar, May 2nd, 2025, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. Explore the transition to adulthood from three different perspectives the transition of an individual from youth to adult, changes in relationships with family, caretakers and guardians[...]

Nahant, MA, May 3rd, 2025, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. *Learn to Surf Clinics[...]

Virtually and in Person, Fall 2024 & Winter 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Their 2024-2025 program will include 8 monthly, online, parent sessions and two in-person Curriculum Days. Workshops cover academic topics and[...]

Quincy, MA, May 4th – June 22nd, 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s swim lesson program is held in partnership with the Hale Family YMCA and Simmons University. The lessons are[...]

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 5th, Virtual Session, May 6th, 2025. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Webinar, May 7th, 2025, with Bridgewell Family Support Center in Peabody, MA. Hosted by Cheryl Ryan Chan. Every single one of us has people in our lives that we rely on; it’s part of the human experience.[...]