Chicopee, MA and Virtual, January – April 2026. A free training that guides parents and family caregivers to imagine better and be effective leaders at the local level and beyond. This series of family workshops is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services
* The Family Leadership Series is a combination of virtual and in-person trainings for family caregivers of people who are eligible for Massachusetts DDS Services. Families attend and participate in all sessions.|
Topics typically include:
- The Disability Movement
- Leadership and Advocacy
- Creating a Vision
- Policy-Making
- Caregiver Well-Being
The Family Leadership Series Provides:
- Information and tools to effectively advocate for change.
- Support in developing the vision and leadership skills needed to support your family
- Opportunities to meet other families, share experiences & ideas, and practice newly acquired skills in a supportive environment
To register for the application or for more information visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVvHXGnGSpKAmdVybhcVNseSnvBekvrPaUs8xDTg0-7IJh1Q/viewform or contact susancrosby@mcsnet.org
