Special-Needs Financial & Legal Events in Massachusetts

Applications accepted July 1st – September 30th, 2023, with the Genesis Foundation of MA. A limited number of grants available to fund clinical, educational, and therapy programs for children and young adults with genetic disorders,[...]

Webinar, July 5th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. What started during COVID has led to an annual summer event of SEPAC Summer School.  A topic will be introduced[...]

Attleboro, MA, July 8th, 2023. In collaboration with the Friendship Project. For families with Sensory Needs. Tickets are intended for families with sensory challenges. Limited tickets are available and must be pre purchased via the[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

In-person at the State House or Virtually, July 11th, 2023 – Testimony Registration is Due July 7th. The Joint Committee on Housing will take testimony on the Affordability bills. * To register to testify, please provide contact[...]

Virtual Event, July 12th, 2023, with the Disability Law Center in Boston. Free And Open To The Public. The Disability Law Center is looking for your expertise on the issues you face as a person[...]

Webinar, July 12th, 2023, with the Seven Hills Family Support Centers. RCAP Solutions is a non-profit organization providing a wide array of independent living and safe housing programs to assist people with disabilities throughout Central[...]

Webinar, July 12th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. What started during COVID has led to an annual summer event of SEPAC Summer School.  A topic will be introduced[...]

In English and Spanish, Virtual and in Person/Peabody, MA, with Bridgewell Family Support Center. This support group is a safe space designed for caregivers of individuals with disabilities to come together as a group and share[...]

Online, through September 1st 2023, with the The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program in Massachusetts. Virtual and in person options. An intensive training program designed to provide families and professionals with a[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, July 19th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Rebecca Doggett, PhD. About the speakers: * Rebecca Doggett, PhD, is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of[...]

Webinar, July 19th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. What started during COVID has led to an annual summer event of SEPAC Summer School.  A topic will be introduced[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, July 20th, 6 pm, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of children who are in Middle School and High School. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitator and program director Nancy Lucier. * The[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. Free Summer Parent Series with the Language and Play Project. All age groups and all levels are welcome to attend this series. Throughout this[...]

Springfield, MA, July 25th, 2023, with Kehillah at the Springfield JCC. Free. Kehillah families, parents, and caregivers are invited to discuss Positive Behavior Supports and Community Resources. * This panel will break down information to[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts.  Leo Sarkissian, Executive Director of The Arc of Massachusetts, will have guests join him live or via pre-recorded messages talking about the Americans with Disabilities Act[...]

Webinar, July 26th, 2023, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. What started during COVID has led to an annual summer event of SEPAC Summer School.  A topic will be introduced[...]

August 1st – September 15th, with the Massachusetts’ Office on Disability. The Massachusetts Office on Disability Municipal ADA Improvement Grant Cycle Opens August 1. This grant offers funding for your city or town’s accessibility projects[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, August 3rd, 2023, with the North Reading, MA, SEPAC. Navigating IEPs can be challenging.  But if you know what to ask for- and how to ask for it – this can help a lot.[...]

Webinar, August 8th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Office on Disability. The Massachusetts Office on Disability Municipal ADA Improvement Grant Cycle Opens August 1. This grant offers funding for your city or town’s accessibility projects and[...]

Easton, MA, August 12, 2023. This event was rescheduled from it’s original April 30th, Autism Acceptance month 2023 date.  All donations will benefit Raising Harts – Sponsorship dollars go directly to programming, events, and fulfilling[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Salem, MA, August 16th, 2023. The Northeast Arc has partnered with with the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem to offer Sensory Friendly Summer Wednesday Mornings for their families and friends. * Free to families that[...]

Webinar, August 16th, 2023, with the Asperger/Autism Network of Watertown, MA. Free. This presentation on Special Needs Trusts will explain what a Special Needs Trust is, why opening one is beneficial to you and your[...]

Webinar, August 16th, 2022, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. The speakers will be Maria Mody, PhD, Lisa Nowinski, PhD and Evan Bordt, PhD About the speakers: * Maria Mody, PhD, is Assistant[...]

Boston, August 20th, 2023.  A special performance benefitting the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism and in partnership with Rodman for Kids. Slight modifications will be made to the Blue Man Group performance including reduced sound[...]

Webinar, August 22nd, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide weekly summaries on what has been accomplished and/or resolved on the Federal and state level and what we need[...]

Boston, MA, April 17th, 2025, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. Free entry for people with Autism and their families. STARS of the Spectrum is a sensory – inclusive club night at one[...]

Fenway Park, Boston, August 24th, 2023, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. Free entry for people with Autism and their families. The Flutie Foundation is celebrating their collective impact in the autism community[...]

Webinar, August 29th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. Free Summer Parent Series with the Language and Play Project. All age groups and all levels are welcome to attend this series. Throughout this[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Webinar, August 31st, 2023, with Community Autism Resources in Taunton, MA. Join Community Autism Resources a conversation about learn about the services CAR offers, and how and why it is IMPORTANT to apply for DDS[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Northampton, MA, September 12th, 2023, with Family Empowerment of Northampton, MA.  Join Family Empowerment, Hampshire County’s Family Support Center and Melanie McLaughlin for a discussion about health insurance options, eligibility, and special programs. The workshop[...]

Webinars, Spring & Summer 2023. This is a  “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Tweens (grades 4-9). This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of tweens who have been diagnosed with[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Acton, September 16th, 2023, 5 p.m. – 8:o0 p.m. Explore the accessible Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special evening event for families with members on the autism spectrum. * Your family can play,[...]

Webinar, September 19th, 2023, with Commonwealth Autism Services of Plainville, MA. Home Safety 101 Training equips parents with fundamental knowledge and practical tips to create a safer home environment for their children. * This training[...]

Webinar, September 19th, 2023, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. The Charles River Center’s Department of Developmental Disability Services (DDS) Intake and Eligibility Team Coordinator Anthony Mavilla will be sharing information on what[...]

Haverhill, MA and Webinar Option, September 20th & 21st, 2023, with The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of their Virtual Transition Coffee Hour for Parents & Caregivers. * The AFC program is[...]

Webinar, September 20th, 2023, with Autism Connections in Western Massachusetts.  With Susan Swan-Petrok, EDLD, MS Elementary Education, MS Special Education, BA Psychology. * This webinar will explore the brain structures that impact functioning in individuals on[...]

Webinar, September 20th, 2023, with the Disability Law Center in Boston. This webinar will include updates and news on voting rights as well as a training to evaluate polling sites in Massachusetts. ASL Interpreters and CART have[...]

Liberty Tree Mall in Davers, MA, September 20th, 2023, with the Northeast Arc of Danvers, MA. Learn about special needs trusts and how they can help you and your loved ones plan for the future.[...]

Webinar, September 20th, 2023, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The Massachusetts Department of Education and Secondary Education has recently rolled out a new IEP form. The[...]

Webinars, September 21st, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Taunton, MA, September 22nd, 2023, with the Taunton SEPAC and the Family Resource Center – Taunton/Attleboro. Free and open to the Public. This IEP Basics Workshop will help families understand the IEP process and both[...]

Webinar, September 25th, 2023, with Seven Hills of Central Massachusetts. Watch a prerecorded video which will shed light on the intricate topic of Estate Planning. * This viewing serves as a precursor to their live[...]

Virtual Support Group, September – October, 2023, with the Aspire Program at Mass General Hospital. Parents and caregivers will learn how to customize a parenting guide (a comprehensive toolbox for home, school, and the community)[...]

Webinar, September 27th, 2023. with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services. What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.[...]

Webinar, September 28th, 2023, with the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPAC). Hear about Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans. What’s included in each plan. How should each be written. How to prepare for an[...]

Webinars, September 28th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Hartford, CT, September 28th, 2023. One-day special education law and advocacy program that focuses on special education law, rights and responsibilities, tests and measurements to measure progress & regression, SMART IEPs, introduction to tactics &[...]

Webinar, September 29th, 2023, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network in Massachusetts (SPAN). When the US Congress reauthorized IDEA in 2004, they identified the Purpose of the statute was to ensure that all children with disabilities[...]

Virtual Event, September 30th, 2023. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is hosting the 3rd annual Northeastern ABA virtual conference, which includes talks from a diverse group of exciting researchers and professionals in the field. * This[...]

Webinar, October 4th, 2023, with the MassPac at the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Attention Current MassPAC Members – MassPAC will be hosting a new SEPAC Officer Orientation on Wed., Oct. 4th at 7PM on[...]

Webinar, October 4th, 2023, with the Institute for Comunnity Inclusion at UMass Boston. Are you a parent of a youth with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD)? @CommunityInclusion Center on Youth Voice, Youth Choice (CYVYC) is[...]

Webinar, October 4th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Parent programs are designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with ASD (an Asperger profile) or a related social profile. * Parent participants[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, October 7th, 2023. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2023, with the Arlington, MA, SEPAC and the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility  presentation will delve into the Individual Education Program (IEP) document,[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2023, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. * MassHealth’s Adult Family Care (AFC) and PCA programs both help pay for the caregiving of qualified adult children (including[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Webinar, October 13th, 2023, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of MA. Presented by Tim Sindelar & Michele Scavongeli. * Timothy A. Sindelar is a senior attorney at the EdLaw Project. Mr. Sindelar has represented hundreds[...]

MIT Welcome Center, Cambridge, MA, October 15th, 2023. Cambridge Camping hosts Ron Suskind, a Pulitzer Prize winning who will share his story of raising a child with autism and the journey of love, connection, meaning[...]

Haverhill High School Library, Haverhill, MA, October 16th, 2023, with the Haverhill, SEPAC, 6:30 p.m. For seasoned parents, this is an opportunity to brush up on your knowledge of basic rights. Families that are new to[...]

Webinar, 17 y 24 de octubre a las 19:00 horas, con Arc of Massachusetts. Planeando una Transicion de Exito: Guia para los Padres, 17 y 24 de octubre a las 19:00 horas. * Este taller discutirá la importancia de[...]

Hanson, MA, October 18th, 2023. Costumes are optional. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental family dinners at restaurants. * Join[...]

Webinar, Ocober 18th, 2023, with the Wakefield, MA, SEPAC. Open to the Public, This Basic Rights workshop will provide families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities under: * Individuals with Disabilities Education Act[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Parent programs are designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with ASD (an Asperger profile) or a related social profile. * Parent participants[...]

Webinar, October 18th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Parent Series.. The speaker will be Chris Keary, MD Behavioral Director, Angelman Syndrome Behavioral Clinic Staff Psychiatrist, Lurie Center for[...]

Webinars, October 19th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Acton, October 21st, 2023, 5 p.m. – 8:o0 p.m. Explore the accessible Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special evening event for families with members on the autism spectrum. * Your family can play,[...]

Webinar Series, October 21st – December 16th, 2023, with Autism Housing Pathways of Winchester, MA. Learning About Housing is a 5 part Zoom series to help families determine housing options that might be appropriate for[...]

Webinar, October 23rd, 2023, with Seven Hills of Central Massachusetts. This IEP training session will be hosted by Rob Terreden, an ducational advocate with a background in Children’s Mental Health.  Rob also brings experience as[...]

Scituate, MA, October 24th, 2023, with the JBC PANS & PANDAs Foundation: Dr. Nancy O’Hara will be presenting to parents/caregivers of children & young adults with PANS/PANDAS and anyone with an interest in learning more[...]

Webinars, October 24th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Webinar, 17 y 24 de octubre a las 19:00 horas, con Arc of Massachusetts. Planeando una Transicion de Exito: Guia para los Padres, 17 y 24 de octubre a las 19:00 horas. * Este taller discutirá la importancia de[...]

Webinar, October 26th, 2023, with the May Institute in Randolph: Free virtual autism training with Paul (PJ) Simeone, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ATP, Vice President of Allied Health and Supportive Technology. * Summary: This webinar will focus[...]

Webinar, October 26th, 2023, with the Quincy, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Join Quincy SEPAC for a Free Virtual Presentation from Family TIES, which is a parent-to-parent program with the Federation for Children with Special[...]

Webinar, November 1st, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Parent programs are designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with ASD (an Asperger profile) or a related social profile. * Parent participants[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 4th, 2023. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Brockton, MA, November 6th, 2023, with the Arc of Greater Brockton.. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility with the Needham, MA, SEPAC-Special Education Parent Advisory Council. * Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility provides an introduction of[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Webinar, November 8th, 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, November 9th, 2023, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Managing holiday stress is a challenge for all, but for Autistics and other Neurodivergent people, it is also the time of[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2023, with the The Arc of Bristol County Family Support Center . Hear Patricia Menzel, a “Happy Square Peg,” with an enlightening and personal look at living with an autism spectrum disorder[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2023, with Seven Hills of Central Massachusetts. Guardianship, Healthcare Proxy, and Power of Attorney training with Betsy Johnson. * Virtual events may be attended outside of your typical geographical region. * Seven[...]

Somerville, MA, November 14th, 2023. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. Enjoy  burgers, chicken tenders, fries, soft drinks and dessert. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental[...]

Webinar, November 14th, 2023, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. Hear Jill Escher, President of the National Council on Severe Autism and the author of a landmark article on the[...]

Hingham, MA, November 14th, 2023, with the Arc of the South Shore. Free. Calling all dads navigating the autism journey. The Arc of the South Shore invites you to join us for dinner and a[...]

Webinar, November 15th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” presentation Series. * Join an discussion with Jacob Hooker, PhD. About the speaker: * Jacob Hooker, PhD, is with the MGH[...]

Webinar, November 15th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Parent programs are designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with ASD (an Asperger profile) or a related social profile. * Parent participants[...]

Webinar, November 16th, 2023, with the Arc of Greater Brockton, MA.  Are you a parent or caregiver of a person with developmental or intellectual disabilities, or autism spectrum disorder? Do you want to learn more[...]

Webinar, November 16th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center: This presentation will explore current research regarding how autistic children develop language. * Research shows that autistic individuals demonstrate unique learning and memory mechanisms for language, suggesting[...]

Webinars, November 16th,  2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Newburyport, MA, November 17th, 2023. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. Enjoy  burgers, chicken tenders, fries, soft drinks and dessert. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 18th, 2023. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Hingham, MA, November 18th, 2023, with the South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP). Free SNAP Morning at the Movies. * No charge to Special Needs Students and their families. * Enjoy this stress free[...]

Webinar, November 20th, 2023, with the Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest at Framingham State University. Learn the skills necessary to advocate on behalf of your child from Leslie Leslie of The[...]

Online groups, through March 12th, 2o24, with Autism Connections and Family Empowerment of Western Massachusetts. Free but registration is required. This online Forum provides a sounding board for all adults on the Spectrum. The host[...]

Webinar, November 21st, 2023, 4 p.m., with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Money Matters, – All About Rep Payees,  with guest speaker Marilenin Vasquez of Social Security. What You’ll Learn: • What is a Rep[...]

Scitucate, MA, November 24th, 2023.  A special private screening of Spellers The Movie is with Mal’s Pals of Dorchester. * This documentary is basedd on the novel, Underestimated. This doc questions everything and reveals something[...]

Webinar, November 26th, 2023, with HMEA Autism Resource Central of Worcester. In Memory of Harris Wolobah. An Online Parent Information Session on the Dangers of Social Media to Teens with Autism. * Join HMEA in[...]

Webinar, November 29th, 2023, with the Minute Man Arc in Concord, MA. Attend this free workshop to learn about navigating this often-tangled web as you pursue assisting your loved one. Do you have questions about[...]

Webinar, November 30th, 2023, with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health, UMASS Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. Free – Lunch and Learn” Via Zoom, 2nd & 4th Thursdays of Each[...]

Gardner, MA, December 2nd, 2023. Hosted by the Arc of Opportunity and the Theatre at the Mount. Theatre at the Mount and The Arc of Opportunity have collaborated to offer a judgment-free, sensory-friendly theatre performance.[...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2023, with the Arc of Massachusetts Senior Director of Government Affairs and Health Policy Maura Sullivan. Have you been thinking about getting involved in advocacy on a state and federal level, in order[...]

Webinar, December 7th, 2023, with Communitas of Wakefield, MA. Presented By Kathleen Kelly, Mpa, Cwic, Student Benefits Counselor. Learn About: Basic Information About Supplemental Security Income (SSI) & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDi) The Impact[...]

Lawrence, December 10th, 2023. Join Autism Eats and the Lawrence Police Department for a very special brunch with Santa. * The group will have their own private room and delicious buffet. * This event like[...]

Danvers, MA, MA, Summer & Fall 2023, with the Northeast Arc. For parents of young children up to age 10. 6:30 p.m., 2nd Monday monthly. Join the Northeast Arc’s facilitators Cassie Diorio and Lauren Steadman.[...]

Haverhill High School Library, Haverhill, MA, December 11th, 2o23, with the Haverhill, SEPAC. Join the Haverhill SEPAC and Deborah Ibanez, M.Ed., CAGS, Executive Director of Student Support Services for Haverhill Public School Special Educatio Department[...]

Webinar, December 12th, 2023, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. The Alliance will host Autism Care Partners clinicians, who will be discussing the utilization of Applied Behavior Analysis in addressing unexpected changes to daily[...]

Webinar, December 112th, 2023, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA. Health Insurance considerations for transition-age youth and young adults. Topics will include: · Keeping a dependent on a parent’s policy past[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Webinar, December 13th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The speaker will be Nicole Simon, EdM, BCBA, LABA.  About the speaker: * Nicole Simon has extensive experience[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 16th, 2023. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Acton, December 16th, 2023, 5 p.m. – 8:o0 p.m. Explore the accessible Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special evening event for families with members on the autism spectrum. * Your family can play,[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2023, with the Massachusetts’ Rehabilitation Commission. The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission hosts a quarterly forum for individuals with disabilities and family allies to engage, share information, and connect to the resources that are[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2023 ,with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. What Is Caregiver to Caregiver/C2C Respite Network? Join a 30 minute presentation about this innovative respite program, followed by 30 minutes of Q&A.[...]

Natick, MA, January 4th – February 15th, 2024, with the Boston Ability Center: For children ages one to three of all abilities Parents, grandparents, and caregivers (as well as infant siblings) are invited to attend[...]

Webinar, January 5th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, January 6th, 2024. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome, accompanied[...]

Acton, MA, Winter & Spring 2024. Join a special free evening for visitors on the autism spectrum and their families or caregivers. Enjoy the accessible and universally-designed museum while exploring  interactive exhibits and participating in hands-on[...]

Webinar, January 8th, 2024,  with the Arc of Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Leo will provide weekly summaries on what has been accomplished and/or resolved on the Federal and state level and what we need[...]

Attleboro, MA, January 8th & 9th, 2024, with the Arc of Bristol County. Bring your IEP documents such as IEP’s, evaluations, progress reports, behavioral plans, and any other relevant paperwork. * The Arc’s educational advocates[...]

Webinars, Winter & Spring, 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics. * Some of the hot topics[...]

Virtual Group, September 2023 – May 2023, on the second Wednesday of each month, with the Autism Alliance in Framingham, MA. An Autism Support Group for parents of children aged 10 and under. Family members[...]

Webinar, Janury 10th, 2024, with the Minute Man Arc for Human Services in Concord, MA. Kathleen Kelly, is a benefits counselor working with Project IMPACT at the Massachusetts. Do you have questions about how Social Security[...]

Webinar, January 10th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. The LifeCourse in Action series is a virtual educational forum where you will hear[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2024, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of their Disability Transition Bootcamp Series for 2024. Join the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport as they host a Transition Bootcamp Series[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2024, with the Tantasqua Reg – Union 61, MA, SEPAC. Open to the Public, This Basic Rights workshop will provide families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities under: * Individuals[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2024, with UMass Chan Medical School – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center. With Dr. Christopher McDougle, Director of the MGH Lurie Center for Autism. Dr. McDougle explains Harvard Medical School’s latest initiatives designed[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2024. with the Massachusett Department of Developmental Services. What You Need to Know  – The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will provide this live webinar for individuals and families of all ages.[...]

Webinar, January 11th, 2023, 5 pm. A collaboration between the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: [...]

Webinar, January 12th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Webinar, January 16th, 2024, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. This workshop provides an overview of specific special education requirements addressing the unique needs of students with autism. * This workshop addresses current[...]

Webinar, January 17th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Presentation Series. The speaker will be Alyssa Travers, PhD About the speaker: * Dr. Alyssa Milot Travers is a licensed[...]

Webinar, 18 de Enero, 2024, con Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. Este taller proporciona una descripción general de los requisitos específicos de educación especial que abordan las necesidades únicas de los estudiantes con autismo.[...]

Springfield, MA, Winter 2024, with the JCC Springfield.  Facilitated by a Registered Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy students from Bay Path University. Weekly SensiPlay sessions focus on socialization through OT strategies using a variety of[...]

Webinar, January 19th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Webinar, January 19th, 2024, with the Early Intervention Parent Leadership Project in Massachusetts. Did you know that parents have rights if they have concerns or complaints about their Early Intervention (El) services? If you have a[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, January 20th, 2024. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries.[...]

Worcester, MA, January 23rd, 2024, with the Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging. Free and open to the public. The guest speakers will be Kathy Vitello, LSW and Nancy Galvin of PLAN of MA. * Learn[...]

Webinar, January 23rd, 2024, with the Autism Alliance of Framingham, MA. The Alliance will host Speech-Language Pathologist Megan Romanczyk to learn about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). * This presentation is intended for families of[...]

Norwell, MA, January 24th, 2024, with the Norwell SEPAC and The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore. Join Stephen Abreu, Department of Developmental Services Area Director,  who will discuss DDS, the[...]

Webinar, January 25th, with the Northborough – Southborough, MA, SEPAC and the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility  presentation will delve into the Individual Education Program (IEP)[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2024, with the The Lincoln – Sudbury Regional High School SEPAC. A speaker from the Federation for Children with Special Needs will introduce and discuss the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) and[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2024, with the Boston Schools Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SpEdPAC) is a group established under Massachusetts General Law who works with the Boston Public[...]

Webinar, January 25th, 2024, with the Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest at Framingham State University. Learn what is known about who contemporary U.S. college students are, and the rates with which[...]

Webinar, January 26th, 2024, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Free. BIA-MA will be hosting four virtual Advocacy Training Workshops in January 2024 to prepare for Brain Injury Advocacy Day. * These virtual workshops[...]

Salem, MA, Winter, 2024, at the Salem Public Library. Free. For ages 3 – 8  with Autism Spectrum, Sensory Processing, and children of all differing abilities. Family Circle Time is an adaptive sensory-friendly song and[...]

Webinar, January 29th, 2024, with the Haverhill MA, SEPAC and the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. A presentation on transition planning (re: ages 14-22) featuring Andrea Morris, Director of Family Supports at the Arc GHN. Discuss[...]

Webinar, January 30th, 2024, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. This webinar is part of their Disability Transition Bootcamp Series for 2024. Join the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport as they host a Transition Bootcamp Series[...]

Methuen, MA, January 31st, 2024, in English & Spanish, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill Newburyport.  Join the Arc of Greater Haverhill Newburyport as they support parents and caregivers of individuals with ID/DD/ASD with organizing[...]

Webinar, January 31th, with the Chicopee, MA, SEPAC and the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility  presentation will delve into the Individual Education Program (IEP) document, its[...]