Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disability Events Massachusetts

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[...]

Webinar, February 12th, 2022, with the Mass Down Syndrome Congress and the 3-21 Foundation of Burlington, MA. Inclusion is not a location, but a student-centered process. We want to see our children form fulfilling relationships,[...]

Online, February 14, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are sexually assaulted at a rate seven times higher than those without[...]

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[...]

Webinar, February 17th, 2022, with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPAC). Presenter(s): * Presenters and Topics TBA in January 2022. For more information contact Boston SpEdPAC email: email@bostonspedpac.org website: http://www.bostonspedpac.org facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BostonSPEDPAC Instagram: @boston_spedpac[...]

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[...]

Virtual Event, March 4th, 2022, with the The Self-Advocacy Advisory Committee at the Masschusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Free. Quarterly SAAC Social – Karaoke Night for ages  22+). The Self-Advocacy Advisory Committee (SAAC) invites all self-advocates[...]

Webinar, March 9th, 2022, with a Family Support Center in Peabody, MA. This is the first workshop of a three-part series with Katie Greer, who will speak to parents and guardians about internet safety. * This[...]

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 Conference, March 16th, 2022, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. This Visions of Community pre-conference event is free and open to the public. This session provides an opportunity to hear[...]

Online, March 16th, 2022. Part of the 2021-2022 workshop series with the Assistive Technology Conference of New England.  The iPad has steadily improved as an assistive technology tool for students with learning disabilities. * The built-in[...]

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[...]

Framingham, MA April 20th, 2022. Meet other dads in the “Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome” Support Group for Massachusetts families. * For the first time in two years, Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) Mass. will hold an[...]

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[...]

Virtual Event, May 4th, 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[...]

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 10th, 2022, with the The Arc of Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, MERGE, and BAMSI. Join a three part book club series to discuss inclusion, belonging, and friendship. * Panelists and[...]

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, May 17th, 2022, with the The Arc of Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, MERGE, and BAMSI. Join a three part book club series to discuss inclusion, belonging, and friendship. * Panelists and[...]

Webinar, May 24th, 2022, with the The Arc of Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, MERGE, and BAMSI. Join a three part book club series to discuss inclusion, belonging, and friendship. * Panelists and[...]

Virtual Event, June 1st, 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[...]

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[...]

Weymouth, MA, June 7th, 2022, with South Shore Support Services. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) provides supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to enhance opportunities to become fully[...]

Virtual Event, June 11th, 2022, with Epilepsy New England. Free. The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Epilepsy Center partners with Epilepsy Foundation New England to provide epilepsy education in New Hampshire and across northern New England (EFNE). * The Education[...]

Webinar, June 15th, 2022, with the Arc of Massachusetts: No matter the age or stage, finding the right supports and services can be confusing and complicated. * Kerry Mahoney and Kathleen Amaral will take turns facilitating this[...]

Westford, June 19th, 2022. Meet other dads and celebrate Father’s Day with Dad’s Appreciating Down Syndrome (D.A.D.S.). * There will lunch and Kimball’s legendary ice cream buffet. * Additionally, each family member will receive 2 bumper[...]

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[...]

Hadley, MA, July 11th – August 20th, 2022, in person, with Whole Children. For ages 10-16 with special needs. * In this clinic, students explore a wide range of emotions with a focus on happiness, anger,[...]

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[...]

Webinar, July 12th, 2022, with a learning disability support group in Newton, MA. Dr. Sophie Bellenis OTD, OTR/L, and Dr. Lyndsay Wood OTD, OTR/L, will review the goal and intention of school-based occupational therapy (OT)[...]

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,[...]

Webinar, August 10th, 2022, with a learning disability support group in Newton, MA. Dr. Sophie Bellenis OTD, OTR/L, and Dr. Lyndsay Wood OTD, OTR/L, will review the goal and intention of school-based occupational therapy (OT)[...]

Webinar, September 15th, 2022, with the Northeast Regional Consultation Program in Andover / Lawrence, MA. Two Child Life Specialists, Shelby Johnson, MS, CCLS, DS & Cara McAuliffe, MS, CLS, DS, will use child development to[...]

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,[...]

Virtual Group, October 1st, 2022, 10 a.m. with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress office. For families of children with Down syndrome up to their fourth birthday, as well as expectant families, are invited to join[...]

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 9th, 2022, in English, Spanish and Portuguese, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region. See below for flyers in all three languages. DDS 101 is a presentation on who they are,[...]

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[...]

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,[...]

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, 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[...]

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 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[...]

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, 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.[...]

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.[...]

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 &[...]

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[...]

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, 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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, January 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. Many schools still struggle to become places of widespread and meaningful inclusion for children and youth with disabilities. Hear about a framework for reflecting upon[...]

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, 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]