Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

Baystate Health, Whitney Avenue Conference center, Holyoke, MA. Whole Children’s 10th anniversary celebration includes champion snowboarder and traumatic brain injury survivor Kevin Pearce and his brother David, along with a viewing of “The Crash Reel”, a[...]

Boston Common, May 16th, 2015. Meet actress Lauren Potter, best known for her role on the television show “Glee”, who will be the featured guest speaker at All Aboard The Arc! 2015.  All Aboard The Arc! -Rally[...]

October 9th, Wakefield.  The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress will welcome John Tucker (aka “JT”) from the Emmy-winning series “Born This Way.” John will meet and greet fans and sign photos before the walk and will kick[...]

Minute Man Arc for Human Services, Concord, August 9th, 2017. Hear Christopher de Vinck is the author of the “Power of the Powerless”, which is about growing up with his severely disabled brother. Chris will discuss how parents[...]

Foxboro, September 13th, 2017.  Mary Ryan Woods, co-author of “I Didn’t Cause It, I Can’t Change It – How Mothers of Adult Children with Co-Occurring Disorders Have Coped”, will discuss how this book chronicles the journey taken[...]

Newton South High School Auditorium, November 2nd, 2017. Melissa Shang is a 14 year old disability activist, author and Newton resident. Born with a form of Muscular Dystrophy, Melissa got her start in activism when[...]

Waltham, April 7th, 2018. “Success Strategies for Individuals and Families Impacted by Fragile X” is for families and professionals who live and work with Fragile X Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders and their daily challenges. The conference[...]

Providence, RI, May 19th, 2019. The Down Syndrome Society of RI, Inc will celebrate Mothers Day by hosting  a Mother’s Day “T” in support of all moms of children with “T21″.  Hear Down Syndrome Advocate,[...]

Rockland, MA, March 5th, 2020. Open to the public. Presented by the Rockland SEPAC.  Anne Tucker Roberts, author of “Five Courageous Mothers” aims to give an honest and candid presentation is that applicable to anyone[...]

Part 3 of a Virtual Conference, June 22nd, 2020, with the International Fragile X Foundation. Part 3’s Theme is: Fragile X Research Roundup. This biennial event brings professionals, caregivers, self-advocates, and family members together—a truly[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2020, 11 a.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with[...]

Webinar, December 8th, 2020, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time to recognize[...]

Webinar, December 15th, 2020, 12 Noon, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A Legislative Update with Representative Kay Khan, Massachusetts House Chair of the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with[...]

Webinar, December 15, 2020 – Madi 15 Decemb, 2020, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. Free. Turning 3 Essentials Workshop for Haitian Creole Parents / Poin Esesansyèl pou timoun ki pral Genyen[...]

Webinar, January 21st, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time[...]

Webinar, January 28th, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock – National Family Caregivers Month – celebrated each November – is a time[...]

Webinar, February 4th, 2021, 12 noon, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services and The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock is designed to recognize and honor family caregiversa time to celebrate their contributions [...]

Webinar, February 25th, 2021, 2 pm., with The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock  is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country, a time to celebrate the contributions of caregivers[...]

Virtual Event, March 8th, 2021, 4 p.m., with the Arc of Rhode Island. Community Forum -Legislators are listening are taking action to help Special Education Families. * Learn more about the proposed legislation from the[...]

Webinar, March 9th, 2021, 5 p.m., with The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock  is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country, a time to celebrate the contributions of caregivers[...]

Webinar, March 25th, 2021, 2 p.m., Caregiver Power Hour with The Arc of Massachusetts. Caregiving Around the Clock  is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country, a time to celebrate the[...]

Virtual Conference, May 3rd & 4th, 2021. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Speech-Language[...]

Webinar, May 25th, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. For elementary and middle school students and their caregivers. Celebrated disability rights activist and author Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins will share her book, “All the Way to the[...]

Online Event, June 17th, 2021, with Family Empowerment And Autism Connections of Western Massachusetts. Free. Film Screening, plus 30 minute discussion with Director Brian Donovan. * Kelly’s Hollywood tells the intimate story of an aspiring actor who[...]

Webinar, June 24th, 2021, with Mass Families. A six part series where Mass Families Explores the different kind of family makeup in communities via the lens of Black and Brown Guest Family Leaders. * This[...]

Webinar, June 30th, 2021, with Mass Families. A six part series where Mass Families Explores the different kind of family makeup in communities via the lens of Black and Brown Guest Family Leaders. * This[...]

Webinar, July 8th, 2021, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Boston. Connecting Families: A Conversation with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. *  Join in on an opportunity to talk with other[...]

Webinar, July 21st, 2021, with Mass Families. A six part series where Mass Families Explores the different kind of family makeup in communities via the lens of Black and Brown Guest Family Leaders. * This[...]

Webinar, August 19th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The community is reopening and, though Covid is slowly becoming a topic of the past, many families continue to have questions about vaccinations and returning[...]

Webinar, November 3rd, 2021, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. For high school students and educators, parents/caregivers and community members. * Celebrated activist Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins will discuss the extraordinary efforts that led to the passage of[...]

Webinar, November 9th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with Down syndrome[...]

Webinar, November 16th, 2021, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the MDSC’s Virtual Educators Forum Series, which aim to provide information and resources for school-aged youth to ensure that students with Down syndrome[...]

Webinar, November 17th, 2021, 6:30-7:30 p.m., with the Minute Man Arc of Concord, MA. A presentation on understanding the aging and family caregiver supports that are available to you and your family utilizing the aging[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2021, 6:30 p.m., with the CASE Collaborative of Concord, MA. Free. Guest presenters will be Gail Havelick, SSI/public benefits Training and policy specialist, Department of Public Health and Stephanie Porter, MSN, RN, MASSTART[...]

Webinar, December 27, 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., with the Pathlight Group of Western Massachusetts. This forum is for parents, and meets to share information/experiences and receive insight from an education advocate Nancy Farnsworth. *[...]

Virtual Meet Up, January 5th, 2022, 10:30 AM, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual group for families who welcomed their child with Down syndrome through adoption. * Join MDSC staff and other families[...]

Virtual Group, January 26th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome.  Moms of children with Down syndrome ages 18 months – 3.5 years are invited to join  a virtual group hosted by Mary-Frances Garber, CGC. To[...]

Virtual Group, January 29th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For single moms of children with Down syndrome.  This is an invitation only group. * Facilitated by Mary-Frances Garber, Certified Genetic Counselor. * This group[...]

Hội thảo trên web, ngày 3 tháng 2 năm 2022, với Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Vòng xoay Cha Mẹ Việt Nam tại Đại Boston. Nhóm tổ chức một hội thảo để giúp các[...]

On line group, February 7th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For moms of children with Down syndrome 0-18 months old. This is an invitation only group. * This group is part of the MDSC’s Parents[...]

Webinar, February 10th, 2022, with Temple Emanuel in Newton, MA. Celebrating Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month. Join a panel discussion to discuss: Making Inclusion Happen: Three Leaders Share What Works. The panel, moderated by Rabbi[...]

Webinar, February 10th, 2022, with Inclusion Matters, the SEPAC of West Bridgewater, MA. The speaker will be the Chair of Inclusion Matters, Dr. Melissa Winchell. * Sharing from her own experiences including her child with[...]

Hội thảo trên web, ngày 10 tháng 2 năm 2022. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt. Hổ trợ Cộng Đồng Các Gia Đình Việt có Con Em Cần Sự Trợ Giúp Đặc Biệt. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ[...]

Virtual Group, February 16th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome.  Moms of children with Down syndrome ages 18 months – 3.5 years are invited to join  a virtual group hosted by Mary-Frances Garber, CGC. To[...]

Virtual Group, February 23rd, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For single moms of children with Down syndrome.  This is an invitation only group. * Facilitated by Mary-Frances Garber, Certified Genetic Counselor. * This group[...]

Webinar, March 1st, 2022, with Mass Advocates for Children, Massachusetts Families, and the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Part of the free Special Education Webinar Series for Massachusetts Families. This workshop will address current[...]

Hội thảo trên web, Ngày 3 tháng 3 năm 2022, với Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Vòng xoay Cha Mẹ Việt Nam tại Đại Boston. Nhóm tổ chức một hội thảo để giúp các[...]

On line group, March 9th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For moms of children with Down syndrome 0-18 months old. This is an invitation only group. * This group is part of the MDSC’s Parents[...]

Hội thảo trên web, 10 tháng 3 năm 2022. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt. Hổ trợ Cộng Đồng Các Gia Đình Việt có Con Em Cần Sự Trợ Giúp Đặc Biệt. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ[...]

Virtual Group, March 21st, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome.  Moms of children with Down syndrome ages 18 months – 3.5 years are invited to join  a virtual group hosted by Mary-Frances Garber, CGC. To[...]

Hội thảo trên web, 24 tháng 3 năm 2022. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt. Hổ trợ Cộng Đồng Các Gia Đình Việt có Con Em Cần Sự Trợ Giúp Đặc Biệt. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ[...]

Webinar, April 1, 2022, with the Children’s Trust of Boston.  Parenting a child with special needs comes with loads of paperwork, such as IEPs, assessments, and evaluations as well as several appointments with therapists, doctors,[...]

Boston In Person & Virtual Conference, April 9th & 10th, 2022, with the Berklee College of Music in Boston. Free and open to the public. A professional development opportunity in the field of arts education[...]

Online, April 11th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England. Individuals across the US and around the globe are 3D-printing their keyguards. They’re saving upwards of 95%[...]

Webinar, April 12th, 2022, with a Family Support Center in Peabody, MA. This is the second of a three-part series with Katie Greer, who will speak to parents and guardians about internet safety. * The[...]

Webinar, April 13th, 2022, with a Family Support Center in Peabody, MA. This is the third of a three-part series with Katie Greer, who will speak to parents and guardians about internet safety. * The[...]

Webinar, April 13th, 2022, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport Family Support Center. Widening The Circle: Expanding Opportunities for Friendships Between People With and Without Disabilities. Parents often struggle with how to help their children with[...]

Hội thảo trên web, 14 tháng 4, năm 2022. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt. Hổ trợ Cộng Đồng Các Gia Đình Việt có Con Em Cần Sự Trợ Giúp Đặc Biệt. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt là[...]

Webinar, April 27th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Southeast Learning and Development office. Southeast Learning and Development. Facilitated by Jennifer Petersen, Director of Supportive Technology, Department of Developmental Services. * Assistive technology describes tools[...]

Webinar, April 30th, 2022, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress and the 3-21 Foundation of Burlington, MA.  * What is working memory? How does short-term and working memory affect the way students with Down syndrome learn?[...]

Virtual Event, May 5th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. This event will have simultaneous interpretation in the following languages: Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Haitian Creole, and Vietnamese * Kate Ginnis, Mass[...]

Westborough, MA, May 4th, 2022.  The Association of Developmental Disability Providers of Massachusetts’ (ADDP) Inspire, Motivate, & Encourage conference is supports the political, financial, and educational health of their member organizations that serve people with disabilities,[...]

Webinar, May 16th, 2022, 2021, with Advocates of Framingham, MA. Join a live event to learn about Advocates Adult Family Care (AFC) program! * Hosted by Beth Gutierrez, LICSW, AFC Program Director, and Valerie Spain,[...]

Webinar, June 4th, 2022, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress and the 3-21 Foundation of Burlington, MA. The 3-21 Foundation’s mission is to promote advances in education and cognition for people with Down syndrome so[...]

June 22nd, 2022, with Mass Advocates for Children and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Join the MDSC their partners at Mass. Advocates for Children for a Social Media Advocacy Day. * They will be dedicating[...]

The Special Needs Advocacy Network’s 2022 Summary Advocacy Auction for Massachusetts’ families is now open. * Advocacy and mentorship are both being auctioned including support from Advocate Tip of the Day. * Services must be[...]

Virtual Event, July 6th, 2022, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. For moms of children with Down syndrome 0-18 months old. This is an invitation only group. * Priority will be given to moms who have[...]

Lynnfield, July 12th, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. With the Mass Down Syndrome Congress. Free. Families, friends, and individuals with Down syndrome of all ages are invited to join the MDSC at Lynnfield MarketStreet on the green[...]

Virtual Event, Thursday, July 21, 2022, with the Disability Law Center, Inc. Free. 2022 REV UP MA Conference will highlight barriers to accessible voting in Massachusetts, how to get out the disability vote, and why[...]

Virtual Support Group, July 28th, 2022. With the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Designed for medical professionals including lactation consultants, nurses, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physicians. * Join Jill Rabin, SLP, IBCLC and Rachel Murphy,[...]

Virtual Training Session, September 28th, 2022, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P) brings together families who would like to talk with someone who understands their[...]

Worcester, MA, September 29th, 2022. This Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Conference is being sponsored by the HMEA’s Autism Resource Central of Worcester, MA. * Wrightslaw programs are designed to meet the needs of parents,[...]

Registration closes on October 3rd, 2022, for this webinar series with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The MDSC is collaborating with Novak Education for a 6 week mini course on Universal Design for Learning (UDL).[...]

Mass General Brigham in Somerville, MA, October 27th, 2022. Free and open to the public. The Massachusetts’ Office on Disability’s annual Summit is an opportunity to hear opinion leaders and agenda setters from the disability community. * Join MOD[...]

Webinar, October 30th, 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, and[...]

Webinar, November 10th, 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[...]

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,[...]

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[...]

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 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[...]

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 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[...]

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[...]

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, 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, 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[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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.[...]

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 &[...]

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[...]