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May 16
-Aug 16

Youth Wheelchair Track: West Roxbury

West Roxbury, MA, through August 15th, 2026, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing...

May 24
-Sep 8

Accessible Beaches & Beach Wheelchairs Across Massachusetts

Accessible Beaches/Beach Wheelchairs in Massachusetts. Find beach mats to the water, sand beach wheelchairs and floating beach wheelchairs in Massachusetts state parks with the DCR Universal Access Program. Contact the beach or park in advance...

May 25
-Sep 8

Accessible Pools & Spray Decks Across Massachusetts

Accessible Swimming Pools, Spray Decks and Wading Pools at Massachusetts’ State Parks. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Universal Access Program provides outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state parks for visitors of all abilities.*...

Jun 5
-Aug 21

Adaptive Cycling for All Ages & Abilities: Hadley

Hadley, MA, June – August, 2026. Join the State of Massachusetts’ Universal Access Programs  adaptive cycling program in Hadley, run by their partner All Out Adventures. * They offer an array of cycles that can...

Jun 8
-Jul 27

NAMI Cape Cod: Family-to-Family Mental Health Support

Virtual Series, June 8th – July 27th, 2026,  with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) of Massachusetts. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about available...

Jun 14
-Oct 5

Adaptive Sailing in Boston

Boston, MA, through October, 2026, with Community Boating. Community Boating’s nationally recognized Universal Access Program allows individuals to take responsibility for their learning, push themselves to overcome challenges, and experience the freedom sailing offers.* With...

Jun 20

DEAFinitely UNITEon Boston’s Georges Island

June 20th, 2026, with Boston Children’s pediatric Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. Free ferry tickets for all registered familes – For Multilingual/cultural Deaf, DeafBlind, Deaf Disabled, Hard of Hearing & hearing youth & families....

Jun 20

Adaptive Sports New England Track Meet: Braintree

Braintree, MA, June 20nd, 2026, with Adaptive Sports New England. This annual Adaptive Sports New England Track Meet, is a Move United Level 2 Sanctioned Competition open to wheelchair and ambulatory runners of all ability...

Jun 21

MDSC Dads Program Father’s Day at Kimball Farm

Westford, MA, June 21st, 2026, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled family day at Kimball Farm! Enjoy great food, exciting activities, and plenty of time to relax and connect....

Jun 23

To Apply or Not to Apply? The Realities of Grant Writing

Webinar, July 23rd, 2026, with Deaf Inc., of Boston. Have you found yourself wondering if your deaf organization or program should apply for certain grants? During this session, Darian B. Gambrell, Executive Director of DEAF,...

Jun 24

Disability Law Center Community Conversations

Boston, MA, June 24th, 2026. Each year, DLC asks the disability community about the legal issues that matter most. They want to hear your concerns and work together to create positive change. Boston – Wednesday,...

Jun 25

Disability Law Center Community Conversations

Brockton, MA, June 25th, 2026. Each year, DLC asks the disability community about the legal issues that matter most. They want to hear your concerns and work together to create positive change. Boston – Wednesday,...

Jun 25
-Sep 1

Grant for Local New England Area Therapeutic Programs

Applications accepted June 1st – September 1st, 2026, with the Genesis Foundation in Boston. They offer a limited number of grants available to fund clinical, educational, and therapy programs for children and young adults with...

Jun 25

Disability Legislative Luncheon: Leominster

Leominster, MA, June 25th, 2026. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Disability Services North Central Citizens Advisory Board invites you to a Legislative Luncheon. The topic will be A Team to Carry Onwith Keynote Speaker: Alex...

Jun 26

Race, Disability, & Intersectionality – Leading from Lived Experience

Webinar, June 26th, 2026, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services Autism Team’s Neurodiversity Series Training Sessions. * Author, educator, and autistic self-advocate Gyasi Burks-Abbott will discuss the role of lived experience in disability advocacy...

Jun 26

Engaging Parents & Families with Mental Health Needs

Westborough, MA, June 25th, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPAL is offering an in-person training on family engagement for professionals and providers involved in child and family services. This workshop will...

Jun 26

Inclusive Community Event

Dalton, MA, June 26th, 2026, with the The Berkshire office of Autism Connections. Free. Join the free, community party to show your support for individuals with Autism in the community.*  There will be a DJ,...

Jun 27

Best Buddies Day with the Worcester Woo Sox

Worcester, MA, June 27th, 2026. Join Best Buddies at 4:05 PM on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for Best Buddies Day. Get to the ballpark early to catch pregame ceremonies highlighting Best Buddies. And don’t forget...

Jun 27

Sensory Summer Inclusive Kickoff Day

Worcester, MA, June 27th, 2026, with Thrive Support and Advocacy. Thrive will bring families together for a fun-filled, sensory-friendly day of connection, community, and summer adventures. Enjoy:* games &, face painting* water tables* giveaways* meet...

Jun 28

Acccessible Performances of “Mrs Doubtfire”

Worcester, MA, June 28th, 2026, American Sign Language. About the show: Based on the beloved film, Mrs. Doubtfire tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids.* American...

Jul 6
-Aug 17

Autism Welcoming Drop In Groups for All Ages: Natick Mall

Natick Mall, MA, Mondays, July 6th – August 17th, 2026 ,with the Autism Alliance in Metrowest. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Autism Welcoming Center, Natick Mall, 2nd Floor. A drop-in, parent-supervised program for autistic children, teens,...

Jul 8

Disability Law Center Community Conversations

Virtual, July 8th, 2026. Each year, DLC asks the disability community about the legal issues that matter most. They want to hear your concerns and work together to create positive change. Boston – Wednesday, June...

Jul 8
-Aug 19

Adaptive Canoeing & Kayaking: Western Mass

Goshen, MA, July & August 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program -run by partner All Out Adventures. Paddlers will travel in small groups (pods) to explore the...

Jul 9

Adult Mental Health First Aid Training

Ayer, MA, July 9th, 2026, with LUK, Inc. and Nashoba Boards of Associated Health. The Fitzpatrick Collaborative. This training is a blended format, and has two hours of pre-work before the training so that the...

Jul 11

Adaptive Kayaking: Cambridge

Cambridge, MA, July 11th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the pond. Experience...

Jul 14
-Aug 11

Adaptive Kayaking: Cambridge

Great Barrington, MA, July & August, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the...

Jul 15

Americans with Disabilities Act Celebration: Boston

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 15th, 2026, 12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities...

Jul 16

Mental Health First Aid Training

Danvers, MA, through December 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Trainings will be held monthly in person at NeArc headquarters in Danvers.  Learn skill how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental...

Jul 16

Finding the Funny in Frustrating

Webinar, July 16th, 2026, with Autism Navigation Solutions in Stoughton. Part of their Caregiver Connection Series 2026 Webinar series. If you are caregiver to someone with autism, living in constant “What do I do next?”...

Jul 16
-Jul 18

BIPoC Eating Disorders Conference

Virtual Event, July 16th – 18th, 2026, with the Multi Service Eating Disorders Association in Newton, MA. A 3-day virtual conference for those working in the field of eating disorders. MEDA’s Conference 2026 provides training...

Jul 16
-Aug 18

Adaptive Kayaking: Concord

Concord, MA, July & August, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the pond....

Jul 19
-Jul 21

Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment Family Conference

Boston, MA, July 19th – 21st, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. The 2026 CVI Conference dedicated to the leading cause of childhood blindness. Explore assessment tools, the latest research, and...

Jul 22

Youth Mental Health First Aid Webinars

Webinar, July 22nd, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with youth. Learners receive free comprehensive materials on how to recognize...

Jul 24

Adaptive Tandem Cycling: Ayer

Ayer, MA, July 24nd, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts Unviersal Access Program. The Universal Access Program for accessible tandem cycling in Groton offers small groups working together to cycle the back roads and bike paths...

Jul 25

Disability Pride Fair: Methuen

Metheun, MA, July 25th, 2026, 11am-3pm, with the Methuen Commission on Disability. Free to and open to all disabilities and all ages. Where History Meets Progress Yes We Can! Disability Pride Fair. They will have...

Jul 26

Innovation Forum: “After I’m Gone”

Webinar, July 21st, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. This webinar will discuss adults with autism or other disabilities with developmental disabilities only and their families. The session will include a panel and a discussion on...

Jul 28

Intermediate Adaptive Kayaking: East Boston

East Boston, MA, July 28th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s antermediate level adaptive kayaking program  – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* This level program is meant for people looking...

Jul 30
-Jul 28

SEPAC Summer School Webinars for Massachusetts Schools

Online, throughout Summer 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The free sessions will run on Tuesday evenings from 7-8pm on Zoom, will end on July 28th, and are open to...

Jul 30

Adaptive Kayaking: Cambridge

Cambridge, MA, July 39th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the pond. Experience...

Aug 1

“BeachAbility” Day in East Boston

East Boston, MA, August 1st, 2026, with Triangle Inc. of Malden. Celebrate summer in Boston at the beach with Beach:Accessibility Day. * This family-friendly event is accessible, free, and open to the public. * Pack...

Aug 3

Proactive Wellness: Navigating Aging & Health in Down Syndrome

Webinar, August 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...

Aug 5

Youth Mental Health First Aid Webinars

Webinar, August 5th, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with youth. Learners receive free comprehensive materials on how to recognize...

Aug 8

Adaptive Kayaking: Waltham

Waltham, MA, August 8th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the pond....

Aug 11

Mental Health First Aid Training

Danvers, MA, through December 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Trainings will be held monthly in person at NeArc headquarters in Danvers.  Learn skill how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental...

Aug 11

Youth Mental Health First Aid Webinars

Webinar, August 11th, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with youth. Learners receive free comprehensive materials on how to recognize...

Aug 12

Inclusive Family Fun Day for All Abilities: Southbridge

Southbridge, MA, with the Seven Hills Family Support Center.  Free.  For all ages and abilitie. Enjoy face painting, henna, tie-dye, games, food, goats to cuddle, an ice cream truck, Wardrobe on Wheels, and live music...

Aug 15

Sensory-Friendly Picnic: Douglas

Douglas, MA, August 15th, 2026, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with Picnic at the Park in Douglas, MA. The 4th Annual Sensory‑Friendly Community Event, hosted by Picnic at the Park Douglas, a local nonprofit dedicated...

Aug 20

Adaptive Kayaking: Waltham

Waltham, MA, August 20th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program – run by partner Waypoint Adventure.* Paddlers will travel in small groups to explore the pond....

Aug 20

Financing Future Goals for People with Disabilities

Webinar, August 20th,  with The Bridge Center of Bridgewater. Free and open to all. Part of their Caring for Family Members with Disabilities financial serices. Planning for the future of a loved one with disabilities...

Aug 20

Holding on to Faith When it Feels Impossible

Webinar, August 20th, 2026, with Autism Navigation Solutions in Stoughton. Part of their Caregiver Connection Series 2026 Webinar series. If you are caregiver to someone with autism, living in constant “What do I do next?”...

Sep 8
-Sep 9

Transition to Adult Disability Info

Virtual Group, September 8th & 9th, 2026, with the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS).  A monthly virtual Caregiver Support Group for anyone working with...

Sep 17

Supporting Suicide Prevention in the Autistic Community

Webinar, September 17th, 2026, with the Associaton for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. This session will cover recent research advances related to suicide prevention for the Autistic community from studies conducted in partnership with...

Sep 17

Mental Health First Aid Training

Danvers, MA, through December 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Trainings will be held monthly in person at NeArc headquarters in Danvers.  Learn skill how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental...

Sep 17

Government Programs for Seniors with Disabilities

Webinar, September 17th, 2026, with The Bridge Center of Bridgewater. Free and open to all. Part of their Caring for Family Members with Disabilities financial serices. Planning for the future of a loved one with...

Sep 26

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, September 26th, 2026, with the The Town of Natick. The Town of Natick presents All Aboard, an accessible and adaptive cycling program. Anyone that has a mobility limitation and wants to experience cycling...

Sep 26

Autism in my Pocket Harvest Festival

Brimfield, MA, September 26th, 2026, with Autism in My Pocket. The 8th Annual Harvest Festival will feature music,  food, lots of vendors, crafters . Plenty of family things to do. For 2026 they are adding...