Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

Williams College, Williamstown, MA, October 23rd – November 13th, 2022. For ages 6 – 12 with intellectual disabilities, a free, inclusive, unique sports and play program facilitated by trained volunteers, focusing on different sports skills[...]

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 18th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document, and the[...]

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 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 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[...]

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[...]

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 20th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs. A special FCSN workshop series for non-English speaking families introducing special education laws and procedures, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) document, and the[...]

Worcester, MA, January 22nd, 2023 – Worcester Railers Hockey Game. Families of children with Down syndrome and expectant families are invited to join families for an informal get-together. Grandparents and siblings welcome. * This group[...]

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, 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 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 9th, 2023, with the North Reading Sepac. For families with children of all ages and all disabilities. The presenter will be Jack Yates, a teacher and consultant in and for a wide variety of[...]

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,[...]

Webinar, February 16th, 2023, with Communitas of Wakefield, MA. Hear how to figure out a plan for your child’s future that incorporates various government benefits, estate planning ideas and helps you to figure out how[...]

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[...]

Webinar, Febraayo 22, 2023, Waxaa marti galiyay Mass Families. Shakhsiyaadka iyo qoysaska da’ walba leh. Wax badan ka baro: U-qalmitaanka, Kala-guurka, Is-Hagidda, Taageerada Ootiisamka. Aasaaska DDS: waxaad u baahan tahay inaad ogaato. Waaxda Adeegyada Koriinka[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

Worcester, MA, March 11th, 2023 – Inclusion at the Movies Event. Families of children with Down syndrome and expectant families are invited to join families to see a viewing of the new movie Champions. Grandparents[...]

Virtual Event, March 13th, 2023, 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 health diagnosis.[...]

Webinar, March 14th, 2023, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. Attorneys Karen Mariscal and Meredith Greene will be discussing ABLE accounts, including what they can do for you, and the nuts and[...]

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[...]

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 22nd, 2023, with the Shrewsbury, MA, SEPAC.  Cosponsored by Northborough/Southborough and Nashoba SEPACs. * About the speaker: Brendan Mahan, M.Ed., MS. Brendan hosts the “ADHD Essentials” podcast and is an internationally known ADHD/Executive[...]

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[...]

Virtual Conference, March 24th & 25th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. This fully virtual conference will feature live Interactive Workshops, Specialty Workshops, and a Self-Advocate Track. The 2023 theme is “Reach”. “Join us[...]

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.[...]

Webinar, March 30th, 2023, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill Newburyport.Presenter: Johanne Pino, Massachusetts Advocates for Children. * This workshop will provide an overview regarding the special education requirements of student with disabilities and the[...]

Worcester, MA, April 15th, 2023 – Spring Fling Dance. Families of children with Down syndrome and expectant families are invited to join families to their Spring Fling Dance. Grandparents and siblings welcome. * This group[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

Webinar, April 25th, 2023, with the Vinfen Autism Support Center of West Roxbury, MA. Supported Decision-Making (SDM) is an effective alternative to guardianship that is gaining momentum in Massachusetts and nationonwide. * SDM gives people[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

Webinar, May 26th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) The Attainable Savings Plan allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for disability-related expenses without losing eligibility for federal means-tested benefits. *[...]

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 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[...]

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 –[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, August 24th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Dr. Michelle Palumbo and Dr. Robyn Thom from the Lurie Center at Massachusetts General Hospital will present on depression in Down syndrome. * What are the[...]

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.[...]

Webinars, September 5th 14th, 2023. The Community Health Equity Survey (CHES) aims to help communities address barriers to health by collecting data on the social and structural health needs facing Massachusetts residents, specifically those disproportionately[...]

Brighton, MA, September 11 & 13, 2023, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Free. For individuals with Down syndrome ages 20+.  The MDSC encourages participants to attend both days to build upon their skills, but if[...]

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.[...]

Webinars, September 5th & 14th, 2023. The Community Health Equity Survey (CHES) aims to help communities address barriers to health by collecting data on the social and structural health needs facing Massachusetts residents, specifically those[...]

Haverhill, MA and Webinar Option, September 20th & 21st, 2023, with The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of their Virtual Transition Coffee Hour for Parents & Caregivers. * The AFC program is[...]

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.[...]

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 &[...]

Boston, MA, & Virtual con Federation for Children with Special Needs en Massachusetts. Program de Liderzago para Padres Latinos. El Programa de Liderazgo para Padres Latinos es un programa de capacitación de 25 horas diseñado para ayudar[...]

Webinar, Ocober 18th, 2023, with the Wakefield, MA, SEPAC. Open to the Public, This Basic Rights workshop will provide families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities under: * Individuals with Disabilities Education Act[...]

Webinar, October 21st, 2023, with Boston Children’s Hospital. Join the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program’s Sign Language Workshop – Tiny Signs, Big Connection. * A baby sign language workshop for newer parents. * This workshop[...]

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.[...]

Concord, NH, November 8th, 2023 with the Coalition of Caring. 17th Annual Statewide Caregiver’s Conference. Free. An Online Listening and Learning Series, “Embracing and Overcoming Caregiver Compassion Fatigue”. * The coalition was created in October of[...]

Webinar, November 21st, 2023, 4 p.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Money Matters, – All About Rep Payees,  with guest speaker Marilenin Vasquez of Social Security. What You’ll Learn: • What is a Rep[...]

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.[...]

Application Deadline is December 1st, 2023. Live Virtual Training and in person, January 6th – March 2nd, 2024, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The PCTI program is an intensive training[...]

Burlington, MA, December 2nd, 2023, 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[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2023 ,with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. What Is Caregiver to Caregiver/C2C Respite Network? Join a 30 minute presentation about this innovative respite program, followed by 30 minutes of Q&A.[...]

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[...]

Fitchburg, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Seven Hills North Central Family Support Center. This Down Syndrome Family Social is meant for all ages. * Family Support Centers in Massachusetts offer information, resources, supportive services,[...]

Webinar, January 7th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Presented by Arianna Coles, M.OT, Registered Occupational Therapist. This presentation will use the developmental progression of skills as an outline for supporting children and young adults with[...]

Webinar, January 10th, 2024, 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[...]

Roxbury, MA, 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 to participate in[...]

Burlington, MA, January 13th, 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[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter 2024, with the JCC Springfield.  Facilitated by a Registered Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy students from Bay Path University. Weekly SensiPlay sessions focus on socialization through OT strategies using a variety of[...]

Maynard, MA, November 5th, 2023. Free. The Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress virtual playgroups are for families with children ages 4 – 7 and 8 – 12. * Free for a parent and child with DS.[...]

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[...]

Fitchburg, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Seven Hills North Central Family Support Center. This Down Syndrome Family Social is meant for all ages. * Family Support Centers in Massachusetts offer information, resources, supportive services,[...]

Lynnfield, MA, February 4, 2024. Free. Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages, families and friends are invited to join the MDSC for their third annual Ice Skating event. * Skates, snacks & drinks included. During the[...]

Webinar, February 7th, 2024, with the Shriver Center UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester. Free. Activating Family-Centered Routines to Promote Health for Children with Down Syndrome. Children with Down syndrome face unique barriers to building healthy[...]

Natick, MA, and Virtual, February 10th – May 4th, 2024, The Family Leadership Series is spread out over four sessions. It will be a combination in-person and virtual sessions. To participate you must attend all[...]

Webinar, February 13th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Presented by Allan S Blume, Ed.S., Special Educator, Associate Professor of Practice, Educational Consultant. This presentation provides suggestions and practices that educators can embed in their[...]

Dorchester, MA, February 18, 2024, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Hosted by The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Dorchester/Boston.  Due to social stigma and different perspectives about disability within the Vietnamese community, many[...]

Springfield, 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[...]

Virtual Meeting, February 26th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. This area office serves Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis, Needham, Newton, Norfolk, Norwood, Plainville, Sharon, Walpole, Wellesley,[...]

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[...]

Great Hall, Massachusetts State House, Boston.  Disability Legislative Reception for Massachusetts’ Families, March 6th, 2024, Check-in: 10:00 AM. Program: 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Registration is required. Reserve your spaces today while they are still available. With The[...]

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 Conference, March 9th, 2024, 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[...]

Malden High School, Malden, MA, March 20th, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m. Hosted by the Malden and Medford  Offices of Special Education. Free and open to the public. This includes students (ages 14-22 who receive[...]

Webinar Series, March – June 2024. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Boston, in collaboration with the Federation for Children with Special Needs, is offering a bilingual training series[...]

March 21st, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC). World Down Syndrome Day is a global day of celebration and awareness that has been observed by the United Nations since 2012.  Here are some[...]

Webinar, March 22nd, 2024, with the Children’s Trust in Boston. Participants will learn about the development of children aged 0 to 5 years, developmental delays, and developmental disorders diagnosable during this age with a focus[...]

Worcester, MA, March 23rd, 2024. Celebrate MDSC’s 40th Anniversary UnstoppABLE Conference, where the MDSC will mark the organization’s  and community’s four decades of Building Brighter Tomorrows, * For self advocates with Down syndrome, as well as[...]

The deadline to submit applications for the 2024/25 academic year is May 17, 2024. With the E.K. Shriver Center / UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. This Fellowship program is designed for clinicians, self-advocates, individuals[...]

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[...]

Fitchburg, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Seven Hills North Central Family Support Center. This Down Syndrome Family Social is meant for all ages. * Family Support Centers in Massachusetts offer information, resources, supportive services,[...]

Suffolk University Law School, Boston, and Virtual Option available, April 10th, 2024. Free and open to the public. Registration is now open for Disability Connections, the Massachusetts’ Office on Disability’s networking event for the Massachusetts[...]

Worcester, MA, April 11th, 2024, with Epilepsy New England. The UMass Epilepsy Education Conference provides an opportunity for patients and families impacted by epilepsy to learn, share, ask and connect. Topics: Mozart and Epilepsy New[...]

Submission Deadlines for both are April 12th, 2024,  with the the Institute for Community Inclusion of Massachusetts. The Gopen and Crocker Fellowships are sponsored by Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities and their Network partners: The Institute for[...]

Framingham, MA, April 12th, 2024. Open to the public. The Citizen’s Advisory Board (CAB) to the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Middlesex West area office is hosting a Legislative Breakfast to dialog with state legislators[...]

Charlestown, MA, April 16th – 18th, 2024, 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[...]

Medford, MA, April 16th, 2024, with the Medford Police Department. Community Inclusion Day allows those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or developmental and learning disabilities an opportunity to meet, interact and chat with the City of Medford’s[...]

Webinar, April 16th, 2024, with the The Fathers and Family Network In Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Free event on behalf of the Fathers and[...]

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 of[...]

Webinar, April 24th, 2024, May 3rd, 2023, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region.  What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region presents this live webinar for[...]

Amherst, MA, April 27th, 8 a.m. – 12:30 pm, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Free. Looking for information, support, and assistance as a parent, caregiver, or professionalworking with children with[...]

Medfield, MA, April 27th, 2024. 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[...]

Worcester, MA, and Virtual Option, April 30th & May 1st, 2024. The conference has reached in-person capacity and will not be able to accept walk-in registrations, however registration for Virtual Attendance is still open. The[...]

Suffolk University Law School, Boston MA, or virtually on Zoom. You are invited to learn about accessibility and inclusion priorities in the City of Boston. The Mayor’s Commission for People with Disabilities in partnership with the[...]

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[...]

Salem, NH, May 4th, 2024, with Laurie McIntosh, founder of Our Place NH. Laurie will be giving a talk on how she started her non-profit that is working to create their first housing project for[...]

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,[...]

Webinars, May 9th, 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, May 15th, 2024, with Bridgewell of Peabody. Overview of Transition Training. Presented by Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services Transition Coordinator Diomaris Nieves-Lopez. * Transition is a word that has a unique meaning to families with[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2024, with Bristol Community College MAICEI in collaboration with Bridgewater State University (Excel), Massasoit Community College (MAICEI) and Cape Cod Community College (MAIHE). Guardianship – DECISION-MAKING OPTIONS. * Hillary Dunn Stanisz, Attorney[...]

May 16th, 2024, with the Springfield Massachusetts Public Schools Transition Academy. District-Wide – Springfield Public Schools Special Education students who are 14 years to 22 years old, and their parents. All students and families who[...]

Acton, MA, May 19th, 2024, with the Masschusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress and the Discovery Museum. Free. Event is for youth with Down Syndrome 8-12 year olds and their families. * The MDSC’ mission is to[...]

Worcester, MA, May 21st, 2024.  The Providers of Central Massachusetts are hosting the 33nd Annual Legislative Breakfast. The 2024 theme is “Disability Mythbusters”. * A morning of enlightening discussion and networking * Registration and breakfast: 8:00[...]

Part 1 of Webinar Series, May 22nd, 2024, with the Western MA Family Leadership Program. Free. A Three-Part Series presented by the team at Empowered Social Media. Learning how to network, share stories, and raise[...]

Virtual Event, May 28th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). The Health Equity Review initiative aims to conduct a health equity review assessment for DDS. They are looking for ways to advance[...]

Virtual Support Group, May 29th, 2024. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder. *  The DSAC invites all families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families[...]

Part 2 of Webinar Series, May 29th, 2024, with the Western MA Family Leadership Program. Free. A Three-Part Series presented by the team at Empowered Social Media. Learning how to network, share stories, and raise[...]

Norwood, MA, June 2nd, 2024, with the MDSC. Free. For families whose child with Down syndrome is ages 4–12, Join them to meet other families and connect in a fun, safe space. * Everyone must[...]

Webinar, June 4th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Boston. Free. Learn what IEP form changes are coming and how to prepare for them. The IEP document will be seeing the[...]

Part 1 of Webinar Series, June 5th, 2024, with the Western MA Family Leadership Program. Free. A Three-Part Series presented by the team at Empowered Social Media. Learning how to network, share stories, and raise[...]

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[...]

Burlington, MA, June 8th, 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 staff[...]

With the Arc of Massachusetts – Deadline to apply is August 2nd, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts’ Pathways to Friendship, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), announces the availability of Community Bridging[...]

Webinar, June 12th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Boston. Free. Learn what IEP form changes are coming and how to prepare for them. The IEP document will be seeing the[...]

Hoyoke & South Hadley, MA, June & July 2024, withe the Down Syndrome Resource Group of Western Mass. The program looks forward to connecting with families and building relationships as through play and curiosity children[...]

Needham, MA, June 17th, 2024, with the Charles River Center and Massachusetts State Legislators. Charles River Center and Lifeworks invites you to a Legislative Breakfast to converse with state legislators on improving and enhancing community[...]

Virtual Event, June 24th, 2024, with the Disability Advocates Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR). DAAHR is a coalition organized by BCIL and the Disability Policy Consortium. Their virtual forum will discuss MassHealth’s plan to set[...]

Fenway Park, Boston, June 26th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC). Join the Boston Red Sox and MDSC’s 2024 Down Syndrome Awareness Night at Fenway on Wednesday, June 26, when the Red Sox[...]

Virtual Support Group, June 26th, 2024. The Down Syndrome-Autism Connection™ is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder. *  The DSAC invites all families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families[...]

Hopkinton MA, June 29th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. Free. MDSC Advocates in Motion Picnic in the Park is for ages 13+, parents, caregivers, family members & friends. * Individuals with Down syndrome ages[...]

Webinar, July 11th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 20+ languages. Accessing Interpretation. Review a wide range of[...]

Florence, MA, July 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrone Congress (MDSC). Free to attend, for all ages, parents, caregivers, family members & friends. Join a fun afternoon at the park. * Megan DeMorris, a board[...]

Newton, MA, July 17th, 2024, with Understanding Our Differences. This July marks Disability Pride Month and also the 34th anniversary of the signing of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Understanding Our Differences is joining[...]

Online Support Group, July 27th, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For individuals with Down syndrome of all ages, families & friends, with Boston Children Hospital’s Angela Lombardo, LICSW, and MDSC’s Sarah Cullen. * MDSC and[...]

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[...]

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,[...]

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[...]