Concord, October 5th – December 14th, 2022, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. A recreational enrichment classes for transition and adult
Concord, October 4th – November 15th, 2022, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Strike up a new friendship by beating your
Webinar, September 20th, 2022, with the Norfolk, MA, SEPAC. Free. Does your child have difficulty with transitions and struggle to stay organized, complete homework and
Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester, September 28th – November 15th, 2022. One-to-One swim lessons for children with special needs. * Swim instruction for children
Boston, State House, September 21st, 2022. The special education community in Massachusetts is gathering to celebrate 50 years of the Commonwealth’s ground-breaking special education law c.766.
September 17th, 2022, with the Sandwich Recreation Department. Join the Sandwich Recreation Department, Cape Cod BMX, and Spaulding Rehabilitation for an day of new experiences
Salem, MA, Fall 2022. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID),
Southborough, MA, Fall, 2022. Mark’s School and Special Olympics Massachusetts are partnering together to host a Level 2 Young Athletes program this fall season. * The
Beverly, MA, September 13th – November 18th, 2022. The National Flag Football League (NFFL) will be hosting a Unified Flag Football League in Beverly with
UMass Lowell Campus, Fall 2022, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. UMass Lowell will be hosting a Unified Intramural Soccer program on Tuesdays from 6-7:00pm for athletes
Dedham, MA, Fall 2022, with the Charles River Center of Natick and Needham, MA. For more information about the ages and activities, please contact the
Winchester, MA, September 25th – November 13th, 2022. Free. TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) provides children with different abilities the opportunity to play soccer
Groton, MA, September 18th, 2022, with the Groton – Dunstable SEPAC and the and The Racial and Social Justice Group. Hear strategies for recreation, school,
Taunton, MA, September 17th, 2022, with the Family Resource Center of Taunton / Attleboro. Free and open to the public. Learn and understand the procedural
Dorchester, MA, September 18th – October 30th, 2022, with the Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester, MA. Free. The Challenger Soccer program is designed for
Webinar, October 18th, 2022, with the Birchtree Center NonProfit of Portsmouth. Free. Join a brief presentation / Q&A focused on helping your child with autism
Webinar, September 27th, 2022, with the Triton SEPAC, Byfield, MA (North Shore). This 1-hour virtual session will provide an overview of the research and key
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
Webinar, September 21st, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Special Education is a collaborative team effort. Hear Gretchen Timmel, MEd, and Elise
North Conway, NH, September 10th & 11th, 2022. Join families at the park September 10th & 11th for the return of a Sensory Sensitivity weekend.
Mansfield, MA, Registration for Fall 2022 closes on September 17th, 2022. For special needs ages 8 – 21. The program is inclusive and encourages athletes of
In person, Winchenon, MA, September 13th, 2022, 5 – 7 p.m. The Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts (PPAL) wants to hear from you. *
Virtual Sessions, Fall 2022, with the Arc of Bristol County in Attleboro, MA. Cha-boom is chair and regular Zumba combined. Adults and young adults with
In person event, Boston, MA, September 11th, 2022. Me2/ (“me, too”) is a classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people
In person event, Pittsfield, MA, October 22nd, 2022. Me2/ (“me, too”) is a classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people
In person event, Colchester, VT, November 1st, 022. Me2/ (“me, too”) is a classical music organization created for individuals with mental illnesses and the people
Webinar, November 1st, 2022, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. Viewers will learn how to break down the task of toothbrushing into manageable pieces and will
Webinar, December 13th, 2022, with Therapro of Framingham. Free. The confusing and challenging behaviors children often demonstrate cause parents, teachers, and therapists to ask the question:
Webinar, October 13th, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch
Webinar, October 27th, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch
Webinar, September 8th, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch
Webinar, September 22nd, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch
Plymouth, September 10th – October 15th, 2022. For ages 3 – 5, and 6+. An inclusive, Rhythm and Dance Program Specifically designed for children and
Webinar August 30th, 2021, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Transitioning back to school can be nerve-wracking for parents and kids alike. Even without a
Webinar August 25th, 2022, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Uncomplicating Mealtime With Kids Eat in Color. Mealtime can be difficult with picky eaters. Whether
Lexington, MA, September 12th – November 28th, 2022, with The Special Needs Arts Program of Lexington, MA. The SNAP Early Childhood Music Program brings together
Webinar, September 15th, 2022, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Free and open to the public. This program is intended for parents, caregivers,
Webinar, August 30, 2022, with the Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. Are you eligible for MassHealth? Do you have questions about
Concord, MA, September 21st – November 16th, 2022. For kids with special needs, Wednesdays at 4 pm,for ages 3- 6, at at 5:00 pm for
Webinar, August 18th, 2022, with SPARK Kindness of Natick, MA. Addressing Back to School Anxiety: How to Plan for a Resilient Year Ahead. After more
Worcester, MA, September 21st, 2022, with the Spina Bifida Association of New England. Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England, Coloplast, and medical professionals from
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
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
Webinar, May 18th, 2023, with Inclusion Matters, the West Bridgewater, MA, SEPAC. Free and open to the public. welcome Dr. Joanna Christodoulou, Associate Professor at
Hadley, MA, September 10th, 2022, with Whole Children / Pathlight Program. Free. Whole Children will be hosting a free Open House Kids Carnival on September 10
Wakefield, MA, July 27th – September 8th, 2022, hosted by Communitas. Free. For adults with disabilities ages 45 and older. * Are you over the age
Weymouth, MA, August 6th – 20th, with South Shore Support Services. For ages 5 – 13 and 14+ with special needs. * Each week we
Virtual Event, August 11th, 2022, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts and its partners recently announced two upcoming nonpartisan Virtual Disability Forums for
Virtual Event, POSTPONED. Please contact the Arc of Massachusetts for further information. The Arc of Massachusetts and its partners recently announced two upcoming nonpartisan Virtual
Natick, MA, July 30th, 2022, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Do you or someone you love want to try riding an adapted bike? Sign up for
Webinar, July 27th, 2022, with the Waltham Coalition for Advancing Black Youth Mental Health and Families for Depression Awareness (Waltham) are hosting this event for
Concord, MA, July 19 – August 16, with the Minute Man Arc. Free. For adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Mindfulness is the basic human
Virtual Class, August 5-6, 2022, with the Boston Ballet. Learn and practice strategies for teaching dance to individuals with disabilities and techniques for implementing Boston Ballet’s
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,
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
Framingham, MA, July 19th & August 2nd, 2022 ,at the MetroWest YMCA. Invictus Forever has teamed up with Plugged In to offer a 2-part drumming
East Sandwich, MA, August 2nd, 2022. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers
East Sandwich, MA, August 9th, 2022. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers
East Sandwich, MA, July 12th, 2022. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers
East Sandwich, MA, July 19th, 2022. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers
East Sandwich, MA, July 26th, 2022. Free. Part of a Summer Autism Lecture Series for the general public to learn about Autism from leading researchers
Webinar, September 13th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB). Join the MCB’s Virtual Town Hall, focusing on “The Importance of Rehabilitation Teaching”.
Webinar, July 7th, 2022. Part of the Arc of Massachusetts “Latest Policies & Departmental News” Webinars. *With Arc of Massachusetts Director of Government Affairs Maura
Mondays, 2022, 12 noon. Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Updates “Leo Live” Webinars, with Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide weekly summaries on what
Mondays, 2022, 12 noon. Arc of Massachusetts COVID-19 Updates “Leo Live” Webinars, with Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide weekly summaries on what
Holyoke, MA, August 10th, 2022, with Autism Connections and Family Empowerment. This parent/caregiver group is in-person with refreshments. Please note that childcare will not be
Online group for Western Mass Families, through December 2022. This group is designed for moms /women caregivers/ grandmothers who are looking for Christian-based support for
Applications close November 22nd, 2022. ACT Today! grants are designed to provide access to individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. Grant payments will
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
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
Webinar Series, July 18th – August 22nd, 2022, with HMEA’s Autism Resource Center of Worcester, MA. Are you very smart and do well in school but
Worcester, June 25th, 2022. This is not a disability-specific event but the venue does have accessibility, see the end of this post for more of
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
Webinar, July 8th, 2022, with the League School of Greater Boston. Free and open to the public. Presenter Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., PCC, will introduce the tools
Wakefield, MA, June15th – July 5th, 2022, with Communitas of Wakefield. Grab your sneakers and a family or staff member and join Communitas on Wednesday
Webinar, August 4th, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Getting prepared for your neurodiverse child to go back to school in
Webinar, August 17th, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Getting prepared for your neurodiverse child to go back to school in
Webinar, August 3rd, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Free. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of elementary school-aged
Webinar, July 14th, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Free. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of individuals with
Webinar, July 27th, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Free. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of individuals with
Webinar, August 11th, 2022, with the MGH Aspire Program for Autism in Lexington. Free. This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of individuals with
Webinar, June 29th, 2022, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and
Ware, MA, August 17th, 2022. Accessible adventure-education programs for youth and adults of all abilities. Join small group hike with one of their staff, try
Ware, MA, August 24th, 2022. Accessible adventure-education programs for youth and adults of all abilities. Join small group hike with one of their staff, try
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
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
East Boston, July 9th, 2022. The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England’s Sailing with Piers Park Sailing Center presents an event for ages 18+.
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
Wellesley, MA, August 6th – 27th, 2022. The Wellesley Recreation Department offers this program for ages 3-5. * Inclyousion Sports provides inclusive mobile sports enrichment
Winchester, MA, May 25th, 2022, with the Jenks Center. Sponsored by the Winchester Planning Board and the Housing Partnership Board. * Are Accessory Dwelling Units
Dedham, MA, May 22th, 2022, with the Spina Bifida Association of Greater new England. Youth living with Spina Bifida, their parents, and siblings may all
Virtual Event, May 18, 2022, with the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network. For siblings 12 & Under and Caregivers. Help the MSSN design programming for young
Webinar, May 24th, 2021, with Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Are you a parent looking for treatment for your child with a behavioral health challenge, but
Quincy, May 14th, 2022, with Adaptive Sports New England. Children ages 5 – 10 who have Spina Bifida, spinal cord injury, Cerebral Palsy, stroke, amputation,
Webinar, May 19th, 2022, with the Recruitment, Training, and Support Center (RTSC), a Project of the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. *
Webinar, June 9th, 2022, with the Recruitment, Training, and Support Center (RTSC), a Project of the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. *
Webinar, June 2nd, 2022, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch
Webinar, May 18th, 2022, with The Family Leadership Program at Multi Cultural Services of the Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts (MCS). MCS is an associate
Webinar, June 15th, 2022, with The Family Leadership Program at Multi Cultural Services of the Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts (MCS). MCS is an associate
Virtual Event, May 10th, 2022, with Dr. Ross Greene of Lives in the Balance in Maine. Free. Restraint and seclusion are counterproductive and traumatizing. Learn
