SPED Child and Teen

Webinar, March 20th, 2023, with HMEA Autism Resource Central of Worcester. Part of their “Autism 101″ parent webinars series. Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism. * Parents of children with special[...]

Webinar, March 21st, 2023, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. This presentation introduces families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services (including for those without DDS[...]

Webinar, March 21st, 2023, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]

Webinar, March 21st, 2023, with the Leominster Public Library: Parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, and other interested Adults are invited to join a workshop with Shannon LeClair. * This presentation will discuss the who, what, where, and[...]

Webinar, March 22nd, 2023, with the UMass Lowell Center for Autism Research & Education. This webinar will review the basics of disability benefits offered by the Social Security Administration for individuals with disabilities, such as Supplemental[...]

Webinar, March 22nd, with a Burlington, MA special-needs financial specialty planning practice. A panel will represent a variety of different living arrangements including: Living at home Shared Living Living Independently and more *Learn:   How to[...]

March 23rd, 2023, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Public Schools’ Special Education Parent Advisory Council (BPS SpEdPAC) works with the Boston Public Schools system to ensure that children get the[...]

Webinar, March 23rd, 2023, with the Sudbury SEPACs. Cara Cohen, an experienced advocate helping families receive the the extra help and resources their children need, will lead a discussion on collaboration in the IEP process.[...]

Dedham, MA, March 24th, 2023, with the League School of Greater Boston. The piloting of the new IEP form by League School and the other 18 Early Adopter sites has been completed. The new form, slated[...]

Virtual Conference, March 25th & 26th, 2023, with the AANE of Watertown, MA. The Jody Acford Conference – Navigating the Public Support Roadmap for Autistic Adults will include live and recorded presentations on public and[...]

Webinar, March 27th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, March 28th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. The Autism Housing Pathway’s  “Housing 101” introduces families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services – including for those[...]

Webinar, March 30th, 2023, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill Newburyport.Presenter: Johanne Pino, Massachusetts Advocates for Children. * This workshop will provide an overview regarding the special education requirements of student with disabilities and the[...]

Webinar, March 30th, 2023, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Free. Cathy Boyle of Autism Housing Pathways presents a four-part series to help families learn steps they can take toward a long-term housing option[...]

Webinar, April 3rd, 2023, with the Asperger / Autism Network in Watertown, MA. Join a workshop with Q&A for parents and guardians on the ins and outs of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with[...]

Webinar, April 4th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Webinar, April 4th, 2023, the the Mansfield, MA, SEPAC.  Discuss considerations for whether Guardianship is the right choice for your child approaching age 18, what you need to do to apply and when. * Hear[...]

Sudbury, MA, April 5th, 2023. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility is hosted by the SUDBURY SEPAC, and is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support of suspected[...]

Lexington, MA, April 5th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts will be offering a three-session workshop on Future Planning and Developing a Letter of Intent for Aging Caregivers of Individuals with Intellectual[...]

Webinar, April 6th, 2023, Health Care for All of Massachusetts. Health Care for All is leading a culturally- and linguistically-appropriate outreach campaign in partnership with MassHealth and the Health Connector to ensure millions of Massachusetts[...]

Webinar, April 11th, 2023, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]

Webinar, April 11th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series, in partnership with Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, Multicultral Community Services of the Pioneer Valley, Riverside Community Care, and the Nemasket Group. * Network with[...]

Lexington, MA, April 12th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts will be offering a three-session workshop on Future Planning and Developing a Letter of Intent for Aging Caregivers of Individuals with Intellectual[...]

Webinar, April 12th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs and the The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P). Become a volunteer Support Parent. The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P) builds a bridge of connection[...]

Webinar, April 12th, 2023, with a Burlington, MA special-needs financial specialty planning practice. For Parents, siblings, caregivers, professionals. Hear about Roles, Responsibilities, and the Right People. * A panel of Attorneys, planners and parents will[...]

Webinar, April 13th, 2023, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Free. Cathy Boyle of Autism Housing Pathways presents a four-part series to help families learn steps they can take toward a long-term housing option[...]

Webinar, April 24th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, April 26th, 2023, with a Burlington, MA special-needs financial specialty planning practice. For Parents, siblings, caregivers, professionals. A panel of parents, and professionals will discuss planning for a full and supported life for your[...]

Lexington, MA, April 26th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Arc of Massachusetts will be offering a three-session workshop on Future Planning and Developing a Letter of Intent for Aging Caregivers of Individuals with Intellectual[...]

Webinar, April 27th, 2023, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Free. Cathy Boyle of Autism Housing Pathways presents a four-part series to help families learn steps they can take toward a long-term housing option[...]

Webinar, May 2nd, 2023, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]

Webinar, May 8th, 2023, with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Often families and school districts are able to work collaboratively and develop IEPs and 504s to meet the needs of their students; however when[...]

Webinar, May 9th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series, in partnership with Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, Multicultral Community Services of the Pioneer Valley, Riverside Community Care, and the Nemasket Group. * Network with[...]

Webinar, May 10th, 2023, with a Burlington, MA special-needs financial specialty planning practice. For Parents, siblings, caregivers, professionals. Disability Planning: Who are the Key People to Name in Your Estate Plan? Discuss: Special needs trusts[...]

Webinar, May 10th, 2023, with the Norwell, MA, SEPAC.  Discuss considerations for whether Guardianship is the right choice for your child approaching age 18, what you need to do to apply and when. * Hear[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs and the The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P). Become a volunteer Support Parent. The Family TIES Parent-to-Parent Program (P2P) builds a bridge of connection[...]

Webinar, May 22nd, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, May 23rd, 2023, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]

May 25th, 2023,  with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council. This event will also include the Boston SPEDPAC’s  Board Elections and General Meeting. The Boston Public Schools’ Special Education Parent Advisory Council (BPS SpEdPAC)[...]

Webinar, June 13th, 2023, 10 a.m., with a Massachusetts’ based special-needs law firm. Free. Learn why some wills do not work, even when drafted correctly, the necessary steps to protect your home from future nursing home expenses,[...]

Webinar, June 13th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series, in partnership with Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, Multicultral Community Services of the Pioneer Valley, Riverside Community Care, and the Nemasket Group. * Network with[...]

Webinar, June 26th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, July 24th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, August 9th, 2023, with the Justice Resource Institute Family Advisory Council. This workshop is part of the JRI’s Family Advisory Councils Caregiver Connection Series. * These quarterly facilitated conversations are intended to create spaces for[...]

Webinar, August 28th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, September 25th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]