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...
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...
Miracle League Baseball for Youth & Teens
Acton, MA, Spring 2026. The Miracle League of Massachusetts’ Miracle League Youth program is for athletes ages 22 and under.* The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping children and...
Miracle League Baseball for Adults
Acton, MA, Spring 2026. The Miracle League of Massachusetts’ Adult Miracle League program is for athletes 22 and older. * The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping children and...
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...
Youth Wheelchair Track: West Roxbury
West Roxbury, MA, April 4th – 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...
Adaptive Cycling for All Ages & Abilities: Hadley
Hadley, MA, April 17th- May 29th, 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...
Stars of the Spectrum Concert in Boston with Kodi Lee
Boston, April 19th, 2026, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. You’re invited to the nation’s largest concert series BY autistic artists FOR the autism community at Big Night Live in Boston to celebrate...
Sensory-Friendly Days with Mass Audubon: Newburyport
Newburyport, MA, April19th & 20th., Joppa Flats Education Center. Enjoy an enriching educational, multi-sensory, interpretive experience at your own pace. The education Center will be open exclusively for individuals with autism or other sensory needs.*...
Project RIDE “Tune Up Clinic”: Springfield
Springfield, MA, April 19th, 2026, with the Kehillah Program at the JCC Springfield. The J is hosting another tune up clinic for all Project RIDE trikes. Volunteer professional bicycle techs will be on hand to...
Sensory-Friendly Viewing Zone at the 2026 Boston Marathon®
Wellesley, MA, April 20th, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism. The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism is partnering with the Boston Athletic Association and the Town of Wellesley, MA to host the...
The Mental Health IEP
Webinar, April 21, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts Free PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral,...
Turning 3 Essentials: What Happens After Leaving Early Intervention
Merrimac Public Library, Merrimac, MA, April 23rd, 2026, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill. Presenter: Missy Sessions Parent, Educator & Advocate. Discuss what happens after Early Intervention (EI) ends and to talk and connect other...
Dyslexia IRL: Pathways from School to Career Conference
Cambridge, MA, April 24th, 2026, with HGSE Dyslexia Club, an officially recognized student-led organization at the Harvard Graduate School of Education: A conference exploring what it means to build a life, approach a career, and...
Special Olympics Unified Sports Open House: Boston
Boston, MA, April 24th, 2026. Special Olympics Open House for ages 12+ at the Reggie Lewis Center on Friday, April 24th from 6 to 8 pm. Participants will go through instructional sport stations, meet local...
Sensory-Friendly Days with Mass Audubon: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Lincoln, MA, April 27th, 2026. 10 a.m. – 1 pm. Enjoy a peaceful visit during sensory-friendly hours, when the sanctuary is closed to the public and open exclusively for individuals with autism or other sensory...
Navigating Special Education – Making the Most of Your Meeting
Southbridge, MA, April 27th, 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...
Mental Health Support Family Fun & Wellness Event
Danvers, MA, April 27th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and Wayside Youth & Family Services. Are you raising a child with mental health or behavioral challenges? Then join us a Day of...
Improving Medical Experiences for Individuals with Autism & Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Webinar, April 27th, 2026, with the Lurie Center for Autism and the Arc of Massachusetts. Join Arc CEO Maura Sullivan and Dr. Jill Pineda from the Lurie Center for Autism to learn practical tips and...
Adaptive Sailing in Boston
Boston, MA, through April 27th – 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...
Exploring Guardianship Options: What You Need to Know
Webinar, April 28th, 2026, with the MinuteMan Arc in Concord, MA. As caregivers for children with special challenges, obtaining timely information is crucial. Toward that end, Attorney Meredith Greene will focus on the variety of...
Adult Family Care (AFC) for Western Mass Families
Webinar, April 28th, 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...
Danvers Rec Adaptive Sports Program With Northeast Arc
Danvers High School, Danvers, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2026with the Northeast Arc and Danvers Recreation Department. Six Week Sports Frenzy -A Program That Explores Sports With Various Coaches. 6-Weeks* Ages 12-15 Interested In...
Explaining IDA’s New Definition of Dyslexia
Webinar, April 28th, 2026, with the National Center on Improving Dyslexia in Boston. NCIL is hosting a series of live webinar discussions on the science of reading, literacy instruction, and literacy-related policies that affect students...
How the State is Assessing Your Child’s School’s Special Education Supports & Strategies
Webinars, April – June, 2026, free. Want to understand how the state is assessing your child’s school when it comes to special education? The FCSN and DESE (Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education) explains...
Adaptive Cycling: Cheshire
Cheshire, MA, April 29th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program: The UAP’s adaptive cycling program offers an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent...
“Autism Connections” Conference in Western Mass
Springfield, MA, April 30th, 2026, with Autism Connections of Western Massachusetts. This event is for parents, caregivers, individuals with autism and autistic individuals, extended family members and friends, educators, social workers, and other professionals. It...
Eating Disorders Conference in Framingham
Framingham, MA, April 30th & May 1st, 2026, with the Multi Service Eating Disorders Association. he 2026 MEDA Conference will cover the most recent knowledge and research, and the most cutting-edge approaches in the eating...
Teen Depression & Autism
Webinar, April 30th, 2026, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Is your teen with autism experiencing changes in their daily routines? Finding it harder to express their emotions? Depression in autistic teens can...
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Celebrate 40 Years
Massachusetts State House in Boston, MA, April 30, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM (Registration begins at 10 AM) or, Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, MA; May 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 4...
APPLE Institute Training for SEPACs, School Staff & Community Partners
Apply by April 30th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. APPLE (Advancing Parent / Professional Leadership in Education) is a free, virtual training program that brings SEPAC members, school staff,...
Autism 101: For Parents Of Newly Diagnosed Children
Webinar Series, 2025 and 2026, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The Lurie Center for Autism invites parents, guardians and families to participate in our Parent and Caregiver Workshops. All workshops are held...
The New England Association for Play Therapy Conference
Nashua, NH, May 1st & 2nd, 2026, with the The New England Association for Play Therapy, Inc. The New England Association for Play Therapy, Inc is a branch of the Association for Play Therapy that...
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Celebrate 40 Years
Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, MA, May 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 4 PM (Registration begins at 10 AM)* This milestone event will bring together community members, partners, and leaders to honor decades of...
Visual Impairment “Early Connections” Conference
Watertown, MA, May 2rd, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind. Learn, connect, and ask questions for your child, student and family in a supportive environment made up of experts and families like yours—with young...
Sensory-Friendly Touch a Truck & Disability Resource Fair: Marlborough
Marlborough, MA, May 2nd, 2026, witht the Marlborough Public Schools SEPAC. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of hands-on fun, community connection, and sensory-friendly exploration. Kids and families will have the chance to explore...
Maine’s Family Epilepsy Conference
Freeport, ME, May 2nd, 2026. Join the Epilepsy Foundation of New England as they bring together families and providers for a day of epilepsy education. There will be dicussions about epilepsy, a brunch served for all...
Men’s Epilepsy Conference: Somerville
Somerville, MA, May 3rd, 2026, with Epilepsy Foudation New England. This is an educational conference designed specifically for males living with epilepsy. This meeting will feature doctors and professionals speaking on issues prevalent to men...
Inclusive Norwood Community Day
Norwood High School, Norwood, MA, May 3rd, 2026, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Event by Norwood SEPAC and ABL Fitness. Free, all inclusive event includes games, sensory activities, bounce houses, treats, and more—fun for the whole...
Sensory-Friendly Days with Mass Audubon: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Lincoln, MA, May 4th, 2026. 10 a.m. – 1 pm. Enjoy a peaceful visit during sensory-friendly hours, when the sanctuary is closed to the public and open exclusively for individuals with autism or other sensory...
Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium 2026
Marlborough, MA, in person on May 4th, Virtual Session, May 5th, 2026. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,...
Supporting Families of Little Ones with Disabilities
Webinar, May 5th, 2026, with Children’s Trust of Boston. When young children are identified as having developmental delays or disabilities, families are often overwhelmed. They may struggle to connect with early intervention services, understand the...
City of Boston Disability Community Forum
Suffolk University Law School, Boston MA, or virtually on Zoom, May 5th, 2026. The Mayor’s Commission for People with Disabilities invites the public to the annual City of Boston Disability Community Forum. * Please register...
Thinking About Your Future & Your Loved One’s Future
Webinar, May 5th, 2026, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. his session helps families plan for the long-term security of their loved ones with special needs. Participants will learn:* Financial planning basics for families*...
The Science of Friendship: Practical Tools for Kids, Teens & Adults
Webinar, May 5th, 2026, with the Chris Walsh Center in Framingham, MA. Participants will explore the science and skill of building meaningful friendships across the lifespan, with a focus on the unique experiences of neurodivergent...
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Research Centers of Excellence Virtual Conference
Webinar, May 6th, 2026, with the MGH Center of Excellence for Psychosocial and Systemic Research Mass General Brigham and iSPARC UMass Chan Medical School. This year’s theme is “Building Solutions and Breaking Barriers: Advancing Behavioral...
Adaptive Cycling: Cheshire
Cheshire, MA, May 6th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program: The UAP’s adaptive cycling program offers an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent...
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts: Night with the Woo Sox
Worcester, MA, May 6th, 2026, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Cheer on the Worcester Red Sox at Polar Park on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 for an exciting afternoon of baseball, community, and connection....
Community Health & Wellness Fair: Brockton
Department of Mental Health 165 Quincy Street Brockton, MA, May 7th, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. A free event for people of all ages. In partnership with Massachusetts Department of Mental Health and All Things...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, May 7th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is designed for people who want to advocate for increased access in their community and those who...
Mental Health First Aid Training in Topfield
Topsfield, MA, May 7th & 8th, 2026, with the Tri-Town Council. Learn how to support the young people in your life. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to...
Caring for the Caregiver Event & Resource Fair
Springfield, MA, May 8th, 2026, with Respiro Azul. Free event with speakers and resources for caregivers, families, and neurodivergent children. Connect, learn, and find support. Caring for a child with special needs can be overwhelming....
Inclusive Early Childhood Fair: Southborough
Southborough, MA, May 9th, 2026, with the Northborough/Southborough Public Preschool Programs. Calling all families and providers (who have/serve children age birth to 5 years) to join the Fifth Annual Early Childhood Fair. * A family/community...
Disability Resource Fair for Families: Medford
Medford, MA, May 19th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2026, with the Medford Commission on Disabilities. Free. Event with be held at the McGlynn School and Inclusive Playground. There will be resources tables from local...
Positive Solutions for Families: Virtual Family Training Series
Virtual Series, May 12 – June 2nd, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Designed for families of preschool-aged children. This interactive series provides practical strategies to support children’s social-emotional development...
Understanding Executive Functioning Across K–12
Webinar, May 12th, 2026, with the Arlington, MA,Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join Kelly Colon, “The Neurospicy Professor,” for a webinar on executive functioning (EF) through a neuroaffirming, real-world lens. Topics Covered Will Include: •What...
Vision Impairment & Blindness Support Group for Caregivers
Virtual Group, May 12th & 13th, 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...
Estate Planning for Parents
Webinar, May 13th, 2026, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. This session dives deeper into estate planning considerations for families with children with special needs. Participants will learn about:· Documents to consider for...
Living Well with Vision Loss: Sleep, Health & Balance
Virtual Event, May 13, 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 Cycling for All Ages & Abilities: Worcester
Worcester, MA, May 13th, 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 accommodate...
Understanding & Navigating the Current Landscape of Health Insurance for People with Disabilities
Webinar, May 14th, 2026, with October 23rd, 2023, with Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health and the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Disabilities, UMass Chan Medical School, Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. * Health Insurance...
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...
Family Mental Health & Wellness Resource Fair
Tata Auditorium, City Hall, Leominster, MA, May 14, 2026, 5 – 7 p. m., with UMass Memorial Health and the City of Leominster. 4th Annual Health & Wellness Fair – Small Steps for a Big...
PPAL’s Annual Children’s Mental Health Conference
Online event, May 15th 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Recognize the importance of lived experience, watch PPal award their Children’s Mental Health Community Awards, and attend morning and afternoon workshops on...
All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone
Natick, MA, May 16, 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...
Bill Blagg’s Family Magic Sensory Friendly Show: Providence
Providence, RI, May 16th, 2026, 2 pm show, at the Providence Performing Arts Center. Join an afternoon with renowned magician Bill Blagg as he presents the Family Magic show for all ages. Bill Blagg’s offers...
Spring Fling & Inclusive Community Fair: Athol
Athol High School, Athol, MA, May 16th, 2026, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., with the Athol Royalston PTO & Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC). Featuring vendor and craft tables, a childrens’ sensory fair with...
Acccessible Performances of “The Music Man”
Worcester, MA, May 17th, 2026, American Sign Language and Audio Description: About the show: There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony®...
Sensory-Friendly Days with Mass Audubon: Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
Lincoln, MA, May 18th, 2026. 10 a.m. – 1 pm. Enjoy a peaceful visit during sensory-friendly hours, when the sanctuary is closed to the public and open exclusively for individuals with autism or other sensory...
Disability Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair: Devens
Devens, MA, May 18th, 2026, 1 – 6 p.m, hosted by Seven Hills North Central Family Support Center. Building Community Transition Fair. Looking for support, guidance, and community as you or your loved one prepares...
Family Mental Health Fair in Worcester
Worcester, MA, May 19th, 2026, with the Worcester Special Education Parent Advisory Council in collaboration with Worcester Public Schools. They Invite all parents/guardians of students attending Worcester Public Schools to attend. Theme: “Bloom where you’re...
Adaptive Cycling: Cheshire
Cheshire, MA, May 20th, 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program: The UAP’s adaptive cycling program offers an array of cycles that can accommodate riders of all abilities from stable, comfortable recumbent...
Celiac Awareness at Fenway Park
Boston, MA, May 22nd, 2026, with the Celiac Kids Connection at Boston Children’s Hospital. Join them for Celiac Disease Awareness Night at Fenway Park as the Boston Red Sox face off against the Minnesota Twins....
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Awareness Night with the Woo Sox
Worcester, MA, May 22nd, 2026. The Worcester Red Sox (WooSox) will welcome the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community at Polar Park with a special Deaf & Hard of Hearing Night game. Join HLAA at...
Red Sox Disability Pride Day
Boston, May 26th, 2026. The annual Disability Pride Celebration at Fenway Park will be held on Tuesday, May 26th for the Red Sox versus Atlanta Braves Games. Ticket holders who purchase through this special offer...
How the State is Assessing Your Child’s School’s Special Education Supports & Strategies
Webinars, May – June, 2026, free. Want to understand how the state is assessing your child’s school when it comes to special education? The FCSN and DESE (Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education) explains...
Special Needs Kids Protection Planning Workshop
Westford, MA, May 28th, 2026, with We Rock The Spectrum. If something happened to you tomorrow, would your kids be protected? It’s a small investment of time, but an essential investment in your family. Kids...
Disability Resources Fair with the Brockton Arc
Brockton, MA, May 30th, 2026. The Arc of Greater Brockton is hosting their Family Support Center Resource Fair. This event will bring together community organizations, service providers, and families to connect, share resources, and build...
DCR Universal Access Program /Vision Impairment & Blindness Support Group for Caregivers
Virtual Group, June 2nd & 3rd, 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...
“Someone I’m With Has Autism” Author in Hanover
Hanover, MA, June 4th, 2026, with Raising Harts Hub. Bring your questions, settle in for a fireside chat, and enjoy an intimate evening with one of the most beloved voices in the autism community. Carrie...
