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...
“Learning About Housing” for Families with Disabilities
Webinar Series, February – April 2026. Autism Housing Pathways is now part of the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Learning about housing is a five part Zoom series in which families are...
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...
A Team to Carry On: Special Needs Financial Planning
Webinar, April 8th, 2026, with Communitas of Wakefield. Communtas Family Support is hosting this training in collaboration with Sequoia Financial Group. Training will focus on five key areas of special needs planning: financial, legal, government...
Charting the LifeCourse Series
Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,...
Special Education Updates for Massachusetts Families
Webinar, April 8th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 50+ languages. Join Attorney Dan Heffernan for a walk-through...
MassAbility Workplace & Job Supports
Cohasset, MA, with webinar option, April 9th, 2026, with the Cohasset Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join a presentation by MassAbility as they provide an informational overview of the organization and services they offer.Core Services...
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...
Turning 3 Essentials: Spanish
Webinar, April 9th, 2026, con Peabody Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Derechos Basicos – Una presentación virtual Ggratuita para familias en español. Explica las diferencias entre la intervención temprana y la educación especial, la conferencia...
Special Education & the IEP Process Q&A: English and Spanish
Webinar, April 14th, 2026, with Advocates of Framingham and the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Sesion de preguntas y respuestas con Beth Doyle, la Gerente de Programas de Educacion dentro del DDS. Ella contestara todas...
Pre-Employment Transition Services
Webinar, April 14th, 2026, with the Northeast Transition Collaborative Network in Danvers. This webinar will provide an overview of Pre‑Employment Transition Services (Pre‑ETS), including job exploration, workplace readiness training, and work‑based learning experiences. * They...
Basic Rights in Special Education
Webinar, April 14th, 2026, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport: Presenter: Johanne Pino, Massachusetts Advocates for Children. This workshop will provide an overview of special education lawand the supports and services school districts...
Special Needs Housing Webinar Panel Discussion
Waltham, MA, April 14th, 2026, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. The host will present a panel on which four different families will explain their child’s situation, discuss their current successes and...
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...
A Different Hand to Play: Organzing Special Needs Documents
Webinar, April 15th, 2026, with the Charles River Center of Waltham, MA. This registration is for the workshop series hosted by Charles River Center and preA Different Hand to Play: Organzing Special Needs Documents This...
Shared Living & Adult Family Care Conference
Marlborough, MA, April 14th, 2026. Shared Living & AFC Conference brings caregivers, professionals, and advocates from across Massachusetts together for a day of connection, learning, and celebration. Shared living is an alternative to traditional residential...
National Association of Social Workers MA & RI Virtual Symposium
Virtual Symposium, April 16th & 17th, 2026, with NASW Massachusetts and Rhode Island chapters. A gathering of social workers, mental health professionals, and community leaders across New England, with Keynote Speaker Tiziana C. Dearing, Host...
Preparing for the New Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Regulations Around Time Out Practices
Webinar, April 17th, 2026, with the Disability Law Center of Massachusetts. This webinar focuses on providing information to schools about the tools available to them with the new DESE regulations. Information will be provided in...
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,...
Disability Family Conference in Hyannis
Hyannis, MA, April 24th & 25th, 2026, with Living Independently Forever. pril 4th, 2022. A weekend of family, friends, and festivities. New this year: Free educational sessions for parents and individuals will kick off Family...
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...
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...
Disability Transition Planning Community Drop In
Barre, MA, April 30th, 2026, with the Seven Hills Family Support Center. All are welcome. Are you a parent or caregiver of an individual with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism between the ages of 18-22? What...
Moving to Young Adulthood: Social Security & Social Security Disability
Webinar, May 2nd, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Presented by Advocate Caitlin Thomas, LLC, BSN, RN Child & Adult Social Security Disability Representation. Caitlin will discuss: -Best practices for age 18 +...
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*...
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...
Innovative Housing Solutions for Life After High School
Watertown, MA, May 7th, 2026, 8:30 a.m., with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind. A special half-day, in-person transition event focused on planning for life after high school. A meaningful morning of...
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...
Charting the LifeCourse Series – Using LifeCourse Tools to Create an Effective Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Webinars, through – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,...
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...
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...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
Webinar meetings throughout 2026, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy: May 19th Topic: Self-Direction in Action: Real Stories of Choice, Control, and Outcomes That Work Hear real stories from people using self-direction...
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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, June 10th & 17th, 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...
Charting the LifeCourse Series
Webinar, January 14th – June 2026, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action webinars are presented in English on Zoom with live,...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, July 30th, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, August 20th & 27th, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, September 10th, 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...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
Webinar meetings throughout 2026, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 5th, 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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 12th & 19th, 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...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
Webinar meetings throughout 2026, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 12th & 19th, 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...