Adaptive Snowshoeing, Kick Sledding & Cross-Country Sit Skiing in Massachusetts
Goshen & Millers Falls, Weston, MA, through March 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location...
Allison Keller Education Technology Program Grant
Application opens in January 2026, and closes in February, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA. For schools and organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Connecticut. * The Allison Keller...
Scholarships for Students Born with a Facial Difference & Residing in New England
Deadline, March 1st, 2026. with Foundatio for Faces in Brookline, MA. The Foundation for Faces of Children scholarship scholarship award program annually awards post-secondary education scholarships (college or vocational/technical school) to promising students born with...
Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental & Related Disabilities (LEND) Program
The deadline to submit applications for the 2026/27 academic year is May 8, 2026, With the E.K. Shriver Center / UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. This Fellowship program is designed for clinicians, self-advocates, individuals...
The Dick and Judy Hoyt Grant for Inclusion
Deadline – March 8th, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA and the Hoyt Foundation for the Dick and Judy Hoyt Grant for Inclusion. Grant funding supports programs that create meaningful, side-by-side inclusion...
NAMI Massachusetts Family-to-Family Mental Health Support: Cape Ann Communities
Webinar Series for Families in the Greater Cape Ann, MA, communities, Winter & Spring 2026, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) Cape Ann Massachusetts Chapter. The course provides family caretakers with education about...
Family Leadership Training for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Needham, MA, and on Zoom, with Mass Families. For Metro Boston Families. Free. The Metro region is announcing the 2026 Family Leadership Series for caregivers in the Metro region who have loved ones served by...
Sled Hockey for Adults: Everett
Everett, MA, November 2025 – March 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. Recreational sled hockey is open to individuals ages 17 and older of all abilities. Practices consist of individual coaching, skills training, small games, and...
Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program for Individuals w/ Paraplegia or Quad/Tetraplegia from Spinal Cord Injury or Disorder
With SCIboston. SCIboston has announted the continuation of its quality of life grant program for individuals with a spinal cord injury or disorder and will rename it The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program. The Travis Roy...
Implementing Best Practices in Accessible Music Education: How to Reach & Teach Every Student, No Matter How they Learn Best
Online Program, with Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA. Implementing Best Practices in Accessible Music Education: How to Reach and Teach Every Student, No Matter How they Learn Best – Facilitator: Dr. Rhoda Bernard. Music educators everywhere...
Adaptive Skating in Gardner
Gardner, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,...
Vietnamese Tet New Year Celebration for Families with Disabilites: Dorchester
Dorchester, MA, February 22nd, 2026, with Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – Hosted by The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Dorchester/Boston invites families of youth with disability to attend their annual lunar new year celebration....
Adaptive Skating in Brockton
Brockton, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,...
Navigating Special Education – Key Terms & How It Works
Southbridge, MA, February 23rd, 2026, with Virtual Options, which may be attended outside of your typical geographical region. Free. Seven Hills is hosting afour-part series to elevate your understanding of the special education process. Presenter...
Strengthening Parent Provider Relationships: Helping Your Child Grow Through Teamwork
Webinar, February 24th, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest MA. Children make the most progress when parents, teachers, and providers work together. This presentation will focus on practical ways families can stay connected with...
Adult Family Care (AFC) for Western Mass Families
Webinar, February 24th, 6:30 p.m., 2026, with ServiceNet of Northampton, MA. Free. If you’re providing care for an adult 18+ at home and need financial assistance and support, this Adult Family Care (AFC) virtual information...
Family Mental Health Webinar with NAMI Massachusetts
Webinar Series, February & March 2026, with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Massachusetts Chapter.This is an online education series designed for families of people with mental health conditions. Each session blends personal stories, research...
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts Advocacy Day
State House in Boston, MA, February 24th, 2026. Brain Injury Advocacy Day is an opportunity for you to learn about the BIA-MA’s legislative agenda, to meet with your legislators or their staff, and to advocate...
Empowering Your Family with a Special Needs Trust & Other Tools of the Trade
Webinar, February 24th, 2026, with The Charles River Center of Needham, MA. This session provides families with a clear guide to financial benefits for adults with special needs. Participants will learn: The difference between Supplemental...
Disability Policy Consortium Annual Legislative Briefing: Boston
Boston, MA, with Virtual Option, February 25th, 2026. The DPC is holding its annual Legislative Briefing at the Massachusetts State House, 1:00–4:00 PM. Speaking portion from 1:45-3pmCART and ASL interpreters will be provided.* The first...
Let’s Get Organized Binder Party
Peabody, MA, February 25th, 2026, with the Peabody MA and Danvers, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Councils. Join an interactive event where participants will create a personalized binder system to organize medical and educational records....
Anxiety: Tips for Parenting the Anxious Child
Walpole, MA, Walpole Library, February 25th, 2026, with the Walpole Special Education Parent Advisory Council: Anxiety: Tips for Parenting the Anxious Child Wednesday, February 25 7:00 PM, Pinnacle Room | Walpole Library Does your child...
Adaptive Skating in Fall River
Fall River, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice....
Inclusive Skate & Sled Hockey Skate Event for Disabilities in Western Mass
Springfield, MA, February 28th, 2026, with CHD’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation. The Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey Staff & Volunteers will take on the Springfield Thunderbirds Charity Team in a stand-up hockey game. * Cheer on your...
Disability Resource Fair: Braintree
Braintree, MA, March 2nd, t6 – 7:30 p.m., hosted by the Braintree, Rockland, and Randolph SEPACS. iorVendors list includes Braintree Recreation & Community ArtsRockland RecreationFoundation First Physical TherapySpectrum SolutionsBuddy CruiseNurtured RootsSouth Shore Social SpotNew York...
Disability Resources Fair with the Douglas SEPAC
Douglas Elementary School, Douglas, MA, March 3rd, 2026. Meet several professional Massachusetts- based nonprofit organizations providing person-centered services for individuals and families facing developmental disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and more.Exhibiting Vendors Include:Parent/Professional Advo acy...
Family Mental Health Webinar with NAMI Massachusetts
Webinar Series, February & March 2026, with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Massachusetts Chapter.This is an online education series designed for families of people with mental health conditions. Each session blends personal stories, research...
Feel the Fear: Integrating Exposure into Eating Disorder Therapy
Webinar, March 3rd, 2026, with the Bridgewell Center for Professional Development inP Peabody. CEUs for LMFTs, LICSWs, LMHCs and Psychologists. SEIU 509 paid for MA state employees to attend. With Lacey Vogel, LMHC and Angela Kaloudis,...
Disabilty Resource Fair: Mansfield
Ahern Middle School Cafeteria, Foxboro, MA, March 4th, 2026, 6 p.m., with the Mansfield and Foxborough Special Education Advisory Councils. Featuring local organizations specializing in familysupport, emotional health, social groups, camps, education, sports, and enrichment...
Resolving Special Education Disputes
Sudbury, MA, March 4th, 2026, with Academy Metrowest. This workshop equips parents of students with IEPs or 504 plans to navigate disagreements with their school districts—while keeping the focus where it belongs: on their child’s needs.*...
Adaptive Skating in East Boston
East Boston, MA, Winter and Spring 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends. Yaktrax...
Joey’s Fund & Spectrum for Hope Fund Grants
Application Deadline: March 5th, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism. Geographic Focus: Massachusetts, other New England States including: Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. About Joey Gay and Joey’s Fund: The Gay...
Living Well with Vision Loss: Sleep, Health & Balance
Virtual Event, March 5th, 2026, with The Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. This free, three-part virtual wellness series explores how sleep, physical health, and emotional well-being shape daily life for people with...
Adaptive Skating in North Adams
Holyoke, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,...
Disability Resources Fair: New Bedford
New Bedford, MA, March 7th, 2026. Community Room at Keith Middle School on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 8:30am to 12:00 pm – the New Bedford Special Education Parent Advisory Council’s Resource Fair. If you...
“Visions of Community” Virtual Disability Conference
Virtual Conference, March 7th, 2026, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Visions of Community brings together parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals for a day of learning and connection. The 2026 virtual...
Sensory-Friendly Reptile Adventure in Bedford
Bedford, MA, March 7th, 2026. Free. Tailored for children with Autism and Down Syndome, ages 2 – 9, creating a safe and enjoyable experience for both kids and parents. Explore the world of reptiles in...
Adaptive Skating in Brockton
Brockton, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the DCR Universal Access Program. Free admission and equipment use Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin,...
Potty Time for Children with Down Syndrome: Lose the Diapers Not Your Patience
Webinar, March 9th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congres. Foundations for Families webinar: Potty Time for Children with Down Syndrome: Lose the Diapers Not Your Patience. This presentation offers a holistic approach to potty training,...
Project RIDE “Tune Up Clinic”: Springfield
Springfield, March 9th, 2026, with Kehilliah at the JCC Springfield. Project RIDE stands for Recreation, Independence, Development and Equipment. The J will host tune up clinics for all Project RIDE trikes.
* Volunteer professional bicycle techs will be on hand to make size adjustments, make minor repairs and get our bicyclists ready for a year of pedaling adventures.
* If you already have tricycle on loan from the JCC and need to schedule your annual tune-up, please contact the web icons below.
Mental Health First Aid Training
Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a...
MassHealth for Your Child with Autism
Webinar, March 10th, 2026, 6:30 p.m., with Community Autism Resources in Swansea. A Conversation About MassHealth – Do you have questions about MassHealth for your child with Autism? Are you wondering about the application process,...
Arc of Massachusettds 48th Annual Legislative Reception
Great Hall, Massachusetts State House, Boston, March 10th, 2026, with the The Arc of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council.* Persons with disabilities, family members, advocates, state agency heads and their staff, and legislators...
Family Mental Health Webinar with NAMI Massachusetts
Webinar Series, February & March 2026, with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Massachusetts Chapter.This is an online education series designed for families of people with mental health conditions. Each session blends personal stories, research...
White Cane Law and Awareness
Virtual Group, March 10th & 11th, 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...
Adaptive Ice Skating in Worcester
Worcester, MA, Winter 2025 – 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures. Entry and equiptment free. This event is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and...
NAMI New Hampshire Annual Conference 2026
Virtual Conference, March 10th, 2026, with NAMI New Hampshire. The 2026 theme Moving Forward and creating Hope in Action, highlights how we can unite to address mental health priorities across New Hampshire. * The confernece...
Sensory-Friendly Concert with the Boston Symphony Orchestra
Boston, MA, March 14th, 2026. Sensory Friendly-Something Borrowed, Something True: What is American Music. What is American music? Our national soundscape is rich in diversity: diversity of style, of language, and of cultural contexts. It is...
American Sign Language Classes for Youth: Beverly
Beverly, MA, March – May, 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from.ASL 101 – This...
Legislative Advocacy for Disabilities
Webinar, March 18th, 2026, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Presented by Nora Bent, Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships, The Arc of Massachusetts.* In these times defined by unprecedented challenges, advocacy is no...
Massachusetts Special Education Summit: Navigating Current Issues with a Purpose
East Walpole, MA, March 18th, 2026, hosted by the League School of Walpole, MA. A conference designed for educators, administrators, consultants, therapists, and families in Massachusetts. This event targets the unique needs of our region...
Being The Calm Within The Storm. Understanding Your Child’s Emotions and Behaviors
Webinar, March 18th, 2026, with the Epilepsy Foundation of New England. The presenters will be Neuropsychologists Dr. Britt Emerton Carlson and Dr. Agnes Chung from MassGeneral Brigham. They will explain how both emotions and behaviors...
Legislative Breakfast with the Metrowest DDS Citizens Advisory Board
Framingham, MA, March 20th, 2026. The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Middlesex West area office Citizens Advisory Board (CAB) is hosting a Legislative Breakfast to dialog with state legislators on how to improve and enhance community...
Miss Amazing Event for Girls, Teens & Women with Disabilities
Medfield, MA, April 5th, 2025. Free. Massachusetts Miss Amazing – Celebrating The AbilitiesOf Girls And Women With Disabilities. This is a one-day event that gives girls and women with disabilities the opportunity to reach their...
Accessbile Performances of “Suff”
March 21st, 2026, Open Caption Performance. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of...
Accessbile Performances of “Suff”
March 21st, 2026, Audio Described. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a...
Disability Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair: Townsend
Townsend, MA, March 24th, 2026, 6 p.m., hosted by the North Middlesex Regional School District and North Middlesex SEPAC. Who should attend: Students (Grades 8-12), Students with an IEP or 504 Plan, Parents & Guardians,...
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts Annual Conference
Marlborough, MA, March 25th & 26th, 2026. BIA-MA is now accepting proposals for workshops and poster presentations for the 44th Annual Brain Injury Conference. This conference will take place at the Best Western Royal Plaza...
NAMI New Hampshire Mental Health Conference
Virtual Event, March 25th & 26th, 2026. Participants come from communities all around New Hampshire and are interested in learning more about mental illness. This includes broadening their understanding of ways to support each other,...
Brighter Futures Conference on Adults with Down Syndrome & Aging
Worcester, MA, March 27th & 28th, 2025, with Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A transformative gathering featuring the latest research findings and timely information from national experts on a range...
Vinfen’s Virtual Disability Film Festival
Cambridge, MA, March 28th, 2026, with Vinfen of Cambridge, MA. Each year, Vinfen uses the power of film to raise awareness, foster important dialogue, and fight against the discrimination and stigma so often faced by...
Accessbile Performances of “Suff”
March 21st, 2026, American Sign Language. Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. This musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of...
Navigating Special Education – Safe Guards for Parents
Southbridge, MA, March 30th, 2026, with Virtual Options, which may be attended outside of your typical geographical region. Free. Seven Hills is hosting afour-part series to elevate your understanding of the special education process. Presenter...
Merrimack Valley Disability Legislative Reception
Haverhill, MA, April 2nd, 2026. Building a Strong Community Together – Merrimack Valley Disability Legislative Reception is about recognizing our local legislators, honoring personal stories and discussing critical issues facing our disability community.* Hosted by...
Children Who Act Out Their Pain: Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Webinar, April 2ne, 2026, with the Bridgewell Center for Professional Development in Peabody, MA. CEUs for LMFTs, LICSWs, LMHCs and Psychologist. SEIU 509 paid for MA state employees to attend. With Linda T. (Lynn) Sanford, LICSW.* Children who...
Sensory-Friendly Performance of “Willy Wonka Jr.”
Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, April 4th, 2026, 2 pm performance. The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,...
Bureau of Special Education Appeals “Mediation & Facilitation”
Webinar, April 7th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. In an effort to ensure that they are meeting the needs of families and school districts in Massachusetts, the Mediators at the Massachusetts’...
Living Well with Vision Loss: Sleep, Health & Balance
Virtual Event, April 8th, 2026, with The Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA. This free, three-part virtual wellness series explores how sleep, physical health, and emotional well-being shape daily life for people with...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, April 8th & 9th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Disability Resource Fair in Weymouth
Maria Weston Chapman Playground, Weymouth, MA, April 8th, 2026, with the Weymouth SEPAC and the Arc of the South Shore’s Autism Resource Center. An opportunity to connect with various resources and support available the community. Whether...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, April 8th & 9th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Special-Needs Schools Conference & Vendor Expo
Westborough, MA, April 4th, 2025, with the The Massachusetts Association of Approved Special Education Schools. This is a professional conference for networking and informational purposes, not intended for students and families. MAAPS is the association...
Trauma & Embodiment Annual Conference
Virtual Conference, April 10th – 12th, 2026,with the Justice Resource Institute in Needham, MA. The Center for Trauma and Embodiment’s annual conference – learn and share innovations in trauma healing that center the body. This...
Introduction to Autism for Families
Webinar, April 13th, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown,, MA. This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate autistic identity, and explore autistic traits, strengths, and challenges.* This presentation will provide...
Medical Updates for Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome
Webinar, April 13th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Foundations for Families webinar: Medical Updates for Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome. Review the current AAP health care guidelines for children with Down syndrome...
Department of Developmental Services Updates for Norfolk County
Virtual Meeting, April 14th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Newton South Norfolk Citizens Advisory Board. All are welcome. This area office serves the following towns and communities: Canton, Dedham, Foxboro, Medfield, Millis,...
Mental Health First Aid Training
Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a...
Visual Arts Without Vision: Creating accessible art-based opportunities for individuals
Virtual Group, April 14th & 15th, 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...
Masshealth Enrollment Center Consultations for Families with Disabilities
Tewksbury, MA, April 15th, 2026, at MassHealth Enrollment Center, with the Seven Hills Family Support Center. Free. Meet a family support specialist at the MassHealth Enrollment Center in Tewksbury to consult with enrollment center staff...
Autism & the Microbiome (Gut/Brain Link)
Webinar, April 15th, 2026, with the Lurie Center in Lexington, MA. The Coffee Convo presentation series is presented by the Lurie Center for Autism. Coffee Convo presentations are offered monthly. All events are conducted virtually,...
