Special-Needs Financial & Legal Events in Massachusetts

Boston and Newton, MA, September 2023 – June 2024,  with the Boston Ballet. Boston Ballet School’s Adaptive Dance offers specialized, creative movement instruction for individuals with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as Inclusive[...]

Virtual Classes, through June 2024, with Special Art for All of Massachusetts. Special Arts for All is a group of students from Acton Boxborough, Brookline, Lexington, and Concord Carlisle High School in Massachusetts. Having experience[...]

Worcester, MA, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. 2024 Holy Cross Goes Unified Spring Basketball Program. Athletes must be 15 years or older. Basketball skills program held at Holy Cross on Sunday mornings. To register or for more[...]

Lexington, MA, February 5th – June 3rd, 2024, with the Special Needs Arts Program (SNAP). Participants should be 16-80 years of age. There are two sets of classes. One meets on Mondays from 6:30-8:00 PM,[...]

Danvers, MA, March 1st – June 30th, 2024. The Danvers National Little League Challenger program is geared toward children and young adults who may be physically or intellectually challenged. * The most fundamental goal of[...]

Malden, MA, Registration is March 1st – May 30th, 2024,  for the April – June Session. Malden Youth Soccer’s TOPSoccer program is open to children ages 4-20 with any disabilities (physical, intellectual, etc.) * Children learn[...]

Lexington Community Center, March 16th – May 18th, 2024. with Special Needs Arts Program of Lexingoton. All of these classes welcome students from 5-80 year of age with the younger children grouped together. Special Artists[...]

Brighton, MA, March 18th – April 24th, 2024. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. This program is ideal for new rowers and recreational rowers with physical[...]

Belmont, MA, March 18th – May 20th, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) inclusive volleyball is for ages 8 through adulthood. * A Belmont Recreation Department Program, Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T., (Special Programs[...]

Belmont, MA, March 18th – May 23rd, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) recreation pool time for ages 8 through adulthood. * Particpants must be able to independently swim the full[...]

Cambrige, MA, March 18–April 24, 2024, with The Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East. Free. Sundays 1:00–2:00 pm. Available for blind and visually impaired visitors, this tour explores the From Stone to Silicone exhibition[...]

Belmont, MA, March 19th – June 4th, 2024, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) Tennis is a sport for all ability levels for athletes 8 to adult. * A Belmont Recreation[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA, Spring 2024.  A weekly Sensory Friendly Storytime program for children birth 6 years old on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. * The library encourages registration, though are completely welcoming of[...]

Plymouth, MA, March 20th – April 24th, 2024, with Plymouth County Family Support Inc. Transition Informational Sessions with Anne Williams. In this 6 week series, discuss all things transition. Topics include: * Chapter 688 process[...]

Ashburnham, MA, March 23rd – April 27th, 2024, with Special Olympics Masschusett. Level 2. Young Athletes program for ages 6-12 in Ashburnham. Program will focus on track and field, and kickball skills. Program will meet[...]

Salem, MA, March 25th – June 3rd, 2024, with Spaulding Hospitals’ Adaptive Sports Centers. A Multi-Week Sports Series for Youth with Visually Impairments Ages 9-17.  During this multi-week sports series, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center staff will[...]

Framingham, MA, March 26th, 2024, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For ages 5 through adult. Framingham Includes All (FIA) is a year-round recreation program that provides accessible social activities, outings/field trips, as well as competitive and[...]

Northborough, MA, March 26th – May 7th, 2024, Northborough Recreation Department. Free. Unified is open to all people with or without intellectual and/or developmental disabilities ages 8 – 15,  including non residents. They are looking[...]

Marblehead, MA, March 30th, 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. *  Have a blast with an easy-to-follow movement class[...]

Andover/North Andover, April 1st – August 31st, 2024. Free. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities classes to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Each class will have[...]

Millis, MA, April 2nd – May 7th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Are you looking for a fun physical activity while connecting with others in a healthier way? Join a high energy and[...]

Hanover, MA, April 2nd – June 17th, 2024. Registrations accepted until May 31st. This Inclusion Modified Program is for people ages 16+ with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD), and includes a DSM-5 diagnosis. * This[...]

Andover/North Andover, April 1st – August 31st, 2024. Free. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities classes to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Each class will have[...]

Beverly, MA, April 3rd – April 24th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Cornhole program for athletes and Unified partners aged 16+. The program will be run by Endicott College with[...]

Andover/North Andover, Spring 2024. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities & Friends Sensory Friendly Spin Class to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Each class will have[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Wilmington, MA, April 6th – June 9th, 2024, with BeyondTops.  Beyond TOPS is a 501c3 non profit organization whose sole purpose is to integrate children with mental and physical disabilities into the community through sports.[...]

Weymouth, MA, with the Champions Division of Weymouth Street Hockey League’s. Free. Registration deadline is February 15, 2024. A Street Hockey division for kids with with disabilities. You don’t have to live in Weymouth to[...]

Andover/North Andover, April 1st – August 31st, 2024. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities classes to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Y-abilities Swim Team – For[...]

Belmont, MA, April 7th – May 19th, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) Unified Sports Special Olympics Baseball is divided into teams based on skill assessments. For all ability levels for[...]

Framingham, MA, April 4th – June 2nd, 2024, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For ages 14+.  Framingham Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Special Olympics, provide year-round sports training and competition in a variety of[...]

Framingham, MA, April 4th – June 2nd, 2024, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For ages 8 – 15, and 16+.  Framingham Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Special Olympics, provide year-round sports training and competition[...]

Holden, MA, April 7th – June 23rd, 2024 – Registration open until May 10th. The Holden Youth Soccer  Spring Unified (inclusion w/ Spec Olympics) teams are composed of players both with and without intellectual disabilities (ID)[...]

Millis, MA, April 8th – 29th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Free. The Millis recreation staff will host an adaptive and inclusive social event for individuals with special needs. * For ages 13[...]

Boston, April 14th – June 9th, 2024, with the Adaptive Sports Program at Franciscan Children. Get outside with your child and enjoy nature, get moving, and socialize with other families during thisWalking and Movement Club.[...]

Ashburnham, MA, April 14th – May 5th, 2024. Level 1 Class. Cushing Academy will be hosting a Level 1 Young Athletes Special Olympics MA program . * Young Athletes (Level 1) is an introductory sport[...]

Brighton, MA, April 17th – May 22nd, 2024, with CRI Community Rowing. The Para Open Rowing program is for youth and adults with disabilities with physical, sensory, and intellectual challenges. Classes are available for youth[...]

Danvers, April – May, 2024, with Danvers Youth Socccer. DYS TOPSoccer (aka Special Kickers) is a developmental program for children with cognitive learning disabilities, with an emphasis on building skills, being active, developing sportsmanship, and having[...]

Pittsfield, MA, April 19th – May 10th, 2024. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Walking Club in Pittsfield will meet on Friday’s from 5pm to 6pm at the Berkshire Family YMCA. * All ages welcomed. For more[...]

Boston, April 20th – June 8th, 2024, with the Adaptive Sports Program at Franciscan Children. Your child can learn to ride a bike (or receive extra practice) as well as the rules of the road. This[...]

Medford, MA, April – July 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s new beep baseball program, the Boston Strong, is an opportunity for individuals with a visual impairment to learn and play[...]

Woburn, MA, April 21st – June 0th, 2024, with Woburn Challenger Baseball.  Woburn Challenger Baseball is looking for Volunteer Buddies to assist athletes in learning and playing baseball. No baseball experience is necessary. You will[...]

Hingham, MA, April 21st – June 9th, 2024. South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP)  has  offers soccer program for students with special needs. This program is offered to participants ages 4-22 who receive special[...]

Wrentham, MA, April 21st – June 2nd, 2024, with the King Philip Soccer Association. Free. The Outreach Program for Soccer (TOPSoccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, developed by[...]

Millis, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Millis Recreation Department. Free. An inclusive and adaptive social event for teens and young adults of all abilities. Music, fun and lightly structured activities bring friends together each month for[...]

Lexington, MA, April 24th – May 29th, 2024. The Lexington Recreation Department offers this program for ages 6 – 11 and 12- 16. * Adaptive Tennis Lessons are available to children and teens who identify[...]

Dorchester, MA, April – May 22nd, 2024, with the Boys and Girls Club of Dorchester. Inclusive non-contact rugby training series. All levels welcomed. For ages 8+. To register or for more information contact  EFerrara@bgcdorchester.org or[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Webinar, April 25rd, 2024. Free. Rewarding Work is an online directory and job board designed to help individuals and families in Massachusetts find and hire caregivers. This webinar is for anyone who self-directs or is[...]

Applications are due by April 26, 2024, chosen teams will be announced Monday, April 29th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The APPLE Institute is a free training program to help[...]

Lexington, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Lexington Recreation Department. Drums Alive combines exercise with rhythm and movement in a fun and upbeat setting. * For ages 18+. * Drums Alive uses stability balls to create[...]

Norwood, MA, throughout 2024, with Above the Clouds. The “Dream Flight” program with Above the Clouds brings the wonder of flight to children and teens who have a serious illness or disability, are underserved, or[...]

Acton, MA, April 27th, 2024, 5 – 8 pm. Free evening for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities, including those that are deaf, blind, or autistic. The Museum will be closed to the[...]

Melrose, MA, April 27th – June 15th, 2024, with the YMCA of Metro North. The Melrose YMCA is offering an inclusive and adaptive weightlifting program for children and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities. “Adaptive Weightlifting[...]

Beverly, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Boxford Athletic Association. Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners[...]

Carlisle, MA, January 14th – March 10th, 2o24, with the Carlisle Recreation Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or[...]

Carlisle, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Carlisle Recreation Department. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or[...]

Grafton, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Grafton Recreation. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or for[...]

Grafton, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with the Natick Recreation and Parks. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners[...]

Uxbridge, MA, April 27th – June 22nd, 2o24, with Uxbridge Youth Soccer. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or for[...]

Worcester, MA, April 27th – June 1st, 2024. Level 2 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2[...]

Holden, MA, April 27th – June 23rd, 2024. The Holden Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Program is for  youth with special needs ages 5-14 and live in the central Massachusetts area. It is a volunteer-driven, community-based program[...]

Worcester State University, Worcester, MA, April 27th, 2024. Registration launches March 1, 2024. Check back for more information at the link below after that date. * The Transition Journeys will feature timely and relevant information about[...]

Wellesley, MA, April 28th – June 23nd, 2o24, with Wellesley Schools. For children of all abilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer and baseball. Classes are non-competitive and are suitable  for beginners or for children[...]

Hanover, MA, April 28th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Milton, MA, April 28th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Cornhole tournament at Curry College on Sunday is or athletes ages 13 and older are invited to register and will play alongside[...]

Arlington, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2024, with the Arlington Soccer Club. Free. Participants do not need to reside in Arlington or attend school in Arlington. TOPSoccer is a recreational soccer program for players[...]

Fitchburg, MA, April 28th – June 9th, 2024. Free. The Fitchburg Youth Soccer TOPSoccer Program is a program for children with special needs. Children who live in the Central Massachusetts area and are between the[...]

Brookline, in person, with online options, April 29th – June 10th, 2024, with the Brookline Teen Center and Impact Boston. For 9th graders to 22 year olds with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (I/DDs) As teens[...]

Webinar, April 29th, 2024, with the Northampton Massachusetts Public Schools: Caregivers are invited to join NPS Special Eduation Parent Advisory Council  SEPAC/SPED and Laurel Peltier of the Collaborative for Educational Services to familiarize yourself with[...]

Webinar, April 30th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services Southeast Region Training in Middleboro, MA. Join in to hear a panel discussion about friendship. The panelists all live with Autism and in honor[...]

Webinar, April 30th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Rehabiliation Commission. You are invited to a Family Workshop. The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) will host the next Family Workshop – Smart IEP Goals for High School Students.[...]

Wakefield, MA, May 1st – June 26th,  2024, with Communitas of Wakefield. For those with disabilities ages 16+. Join Ms. Hannah on Wednesday evenings to learn the basics of ballet, Ms. Hannah will teach  all[...]

Bridgewater, MA, May 4th, 2024, with the Bridgewater Lions Club & Easterseals Massachusetts at The Bridge Center. Bring the family and join a fun morning of fishing and friendship-making. Open to novice anglers ages 14[...]

Hingham, MA, May 3rd – June 14th, 2024. The South Shore Special Needs Athletic (SNAP) is hosting a Yoga/Zumba program for students with special needs in middle and high school who receive special education services.[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, May 4th, 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,[...]

Quincy, MA, May & June 2024. Free. For players with physical and/or mental challenges, regardless of ability. Sunday afternoons, May through June. Age requirements: 5 years old to 19 years old for players; 12 years[...]

In Northborough, Westborough, Grafton and Shrewsbury. with the Northborough Recreation Department. You do not have to be a Northborough Resident to participate.  Challenger Baseball is a program for developmentally and physically challenged youth ages 6[...]

Natick, MA, May 4th – June 10th, 2024. Free. The Natick Little League Challenger Division offers boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 5-18, (or the completion of high school), the opportunity to[...]

Salem, NH, May 4th, 2024, with Laurie McIntosh, founder of Our Place NH. Laurie will be giving a talk on how she started her non-profit that is working to create their first housing project for[...]

East Boston, May 4th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. This open house with Piers Park Sailing will include information about how their summer programs are inclusive to participant with a cognitive or physical disability. *[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, May 4th, 2024. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility. * O’Neil[...]

Athol High School Gym, Athol, MA.  10:00am – 3:00pm, with the Athol-Royalston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (AR-SEPAC). A free Children’s Fair. Featuring Community Agencies w/ Resources & Giveaways. GAMES –  Cornhole, Giant Checkers, Bean[...]

Barnstable, MA, May 5th – June 16th, 204, with the The Cape Cod Challenger Club.  All ages and abilities are welcome to join in on. Warm up together with drills and then play ball. *[...]

Weston, MA, May 5th – June 9th, 2024, with Weston Little League & Softball. The Challenger League is for boys & girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 5-18, or up to age 22 if still[...]

Hanover, MA, May 5th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Lowelll, MA, May 5th – June 16th, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. Track and field program for athletes aged 8+. This team is a training only team that will meet weekly on Sundays from 10am to[...]

April 5th, 2025, with the Boston Fencing Club. Free. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower limb differences,[...]

Acton, MA, Summer & Fall 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected *[...]

Franklin, MA, and Webinar Option, May 9th, 2024, with the Franklin Special Education Parent Advisory Council. The IEP document will be seeing the first major change to the form in 20 years in the state of[...]

Burlington, MA, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. During this group, Advocates in Motion self-advocates ages 13-22 will have the opportunity to prepare a nutritious and delicious recipe from start to finish.[...]

Greenfield, MA, May 11th – June 22nd, 2024, with the Greenfield Recreation Department. Free. Buddy Baseball is a program for children and adults with disabilities, ages 6  – 18+. Each player has a peer Buddy[...]

Boston, May 13th, 2024. The annual Disability Pride Celebration at Fenway Park will be held on Monday, May 13. Ticket holders who purchase through this special offer will receive an exclusive Red Sox hat with[...]

North Andover, MA. Registration closes on May 14th, 2024.  The Bambino Buddy Ball program is for developmentally and physically challenged youth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of youth baseball participation in an athletic environment[...]

Burlington, MA, May 13th – June 4th, 2024, Hosted by the Burlington Recreation Department. For ages 13+ and older with a disability. * Learn more about cooking and build social connections while you’re at it>[...]

Webinar, May 14th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. This meeting is for parents, caregivers, family members, family partners, and peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health[...]

Springfield, MA, May 14th, 2024, with the Springfield, MA, JCC. Free. Steve Dane, Certified Public Accountant, will be sharing information with you to help guide you through the Financial Planning process. Hear about: * Social Security Supplemental[...]

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[...]

Boston, MA, May 14th, 2024, with the National Alliance of Mental Health Massachusetts Chapter.  Hit a homerun for mental health. Join us at NAMI Massaachusetts for a special Mental Health Day game on May 14th,[...]

Webinar, May 14th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. This workshop is part of their 2023 – 2024 Transition Talks Family Workshops. These workshops are designed to help you plan your[...]

Millis, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Millis Recreation Department. Free. An inclusive and adaptive social event for teens and young adults of all abilities. Music, fun and lightly structured activities bring friends together each month for[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2024, with Bridgewell of Peabody. Overview of Transition Training. Presented by Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services Transition Coordinator Diomaris Nieves-Lopez. * Transition is a word that has a unique meaning to families with[...]

Webinar, May 15th, 2024, with Bristol Community College MAICEI in collaboration with Bridgewater State University (Excel), Massasoit Community College (MAICEI) and Cape Cod Community College (MAIHE). Guardianship – DECISION-MAKING OPTIONS. * Hillary Dunn Stanisz, Attorney[...]

Boston, May 16th, 2024, with the Museum of Fine Arts. Join the MFA’s seventh annual ASL Night, a celebration of Deaf culture welcoming members of the Deaf community and friends and features a Resource Fair.[...]

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

Norwood, MA, throughout 2024, with Above the Clouds. The “Dream Flight” program with Above the Clouds brings the wonder of flight to children and teens who have a serious illness or disability, are underserved, or[...]

Canton & Weston, MA, Spring through Fall 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Golf for All runs year-round programming for veterans, people with autism, Parkinson’s Disease, spinal cord injuries and paralysis, cerebral[...]

East Boston, MA, May 18th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing, in Partnership with the Arc of Massachusetts. This program is designed to create long lasting friendships between people with and without disabilities. Get on the[...]

Bristol, RI, May 18th 2024, with the Rhode Island Department of Health. Adaptive Bike Event – Open to ages 14+. All abilities and experience levels welcome. Refreshments and Equipment will be provided. * Transportation reimbursement[...]

Frankin, MA, May 18th, 2024, with the Hockomock Area YMCA. Join an evening of fun with dancing, dinner & raffles. For ages 13+.   Music by: DJ Dave. * Registration fee includes pizza & snacks. *[...]

Canton, Weston, MA, Spring, Summer & Fall, 2025. The Massachusetts ParaGolfer Association (MPGA) promotes recreational and competitive adaptive golf for players with visual impairments, amputations, loss of mobility, and spinal cord injuries. MPGA provides adaptive[...]

Winchester, MA, May 19th, 2o24, with Winchester Youth LaCrosse. This Adaptive lacrosse afternoon will be for boys and girls with intellectual or developmental challenges from ages 5-25. * The intent is to build to a[...]

Acton, MA, May 19th, 2024, with the Masschusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress and the Discovery Museum. Free. Event is for youth with Down Syndrome 8-12 year olds and their families. * The MDSC’ mission is to[...]

Needham, MA, May 18thh – June 23rd, 2024, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Cornhole program for athletes and Unified partners aged 16+. The program will be run by Endicott College with[...]

April 5th, 2025, with the Boston Fencing Club. Free. Wheelchair fencing (referred to as Parafencing) is a fast moving game of tactics and techniques. Parafencing is enjoyed by athletes with upper and lower limb differences,[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

Worcester, MA, May 21st, 2024.  The Providers of Central Massachusetts are hosting the 33nd Annual Legislative Breakfast. The 2024 theme is “Disability Mythbusters”. * A morning of enlightening discussion and networking * Registration and breakfast: 8:00[...]

Webinar, May 21st – May 23rd, 2024, presented by Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School. Free for DDS staff and providers. This training is geared toward employment professionals, case managers and rehabilitation counselors.[...]

Webinar, May 22nd, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant only for family members raising children with mental health needs, as well as[...]

Zoom Event, 10:30 a.m., with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Getting Started with Self Direction will be held the fourth Thursday of each month. Joining this groupi  for anyone who wants to learn about[...]

Foxboro, MA, May 25th 2024, with the New England Revolution Amputee Soccer Team: Join the American Amputee Soccer Association for a fun night out at Gillette Stadium as the Revs take on NYCFC. Watch the[...]

Springfield, MA, May 28th, 2024, with the Springfield, MA, JCC. Free. Steve Dane, Certified Public Accountant, will be sharing information with you to help guide you through the Financial Planning process. Hear about: * Life[...]

Somerville, MA, May 29th, 2024. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the[...]

Burlinton, MA, May 29th, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Have your family photos taken in a sensory friendly environment. Local photographer Alison Heffler and Emma Jones, CTRS will work together to create a sensory[...]

Burlington, MA, May 29th – June 1st, 2024, with the Burlinton Recreation Department Therapeutic Recreation Division: For All Ages, $40 (per family. Have your family photos taken in a sensory friendly environment. Local photographer Alison[...]

Virtual Event, May 29th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Office on Disability. Free and open to the public. Quarterly Tea with MOD: Serving Customers with Disabilities. Target audience: Staff and owners of places that serve the[...]

Springfield, MA, May 30th, 2o24, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Central West. Free and open to the public.  Join  a day of visiting with Assistive Technology vendors in the ballroom, participating in demonstrations,[...]

Burlington, MA, May 31st, 2024, with the Burlington Parks and Recreation’s Therapeutic Recreation Division. Participants are invited to dress up in semi-formal attire, if they wish, accented by their favorite, comfortable athletic shoes for an[...]

Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, June 1st, 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,[...]

Boston, June 1st, 2024, 8 – 10 a.m., “All Masks On” event. Program offers children with special and medical needs the opportunity to enjoy the Boston Children’s Museum in an uncrowded environment, with few other[...]

East Boston, MA, June 1st, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing, in Partnership with the Arc of Massachusetts. This program is designed to create long lasting friendships between people with and without disabilities. Get on the[...]

Randolph, MA, June 1st, 2024. Free and open to the public. Join the MDDC and other community organizations for the 2nd Annual Randolph Day event, a celebration of community spirit and fun for all age.[...]

Waltham, MA, June 1st, 2024, with the City of Waltham. Rain or Shine – A day of inclusive games and sports. For ages 5 and older. The Waltham Recreation Department offers inclusive services to people of[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 1st, 2024, with The Pembroke Knights of Columbus. The Prom Angels Foundation is a Special Needs Prom for the Special Needs Community. Please ask the host about the appropriates ages for this event.[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 1st, 2024, with Prom Angels.  Prom for Teens & Adults with Disabilities. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, The Prom Angels Foundation is dedicated to providing quality and social activities, which empowers the[...]

Newport, RI, Summer 2024.  Sail To Prevail is a nonprofit that improves the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults, each summer, through sailing in a fleet of specially adapted, 20-foot sailboats. * The[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, June 1st, 2024. For families affected by Autism or other disabilities. See a movie on the big screen with no loud noises and higher house lights for better visibility. * O’Neil[...]

Burlinton, MA, June 1st, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Have your family photos taken in a sensory friendly environment. Local photographer Alison Heffler and Emma Jones, CTRS will work together to create a sensory[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 2nd – August 18th, 2024, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Youth Special Hockey. South Shore Ice dragons Special hockey is a program for players, ages 5 yrs and up through adulthood,[...]

Hartford, CT, June 2nd, 2024. To create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for anyone with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences, the Center has made several accommodations at the Connecticut Science Center[...]

Acton, MA, June 3rd, 2024. A special free morning for visitors who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and universally designed museum while exploring our interactive exhibits[...]

Acton, MA, Summer & Fall 2024, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Free museum access and dedicated hours for families that would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Open to the public, but lower visitation is expected *[...]

Webinar, June 4th, 2024, with Disability Employment First Massachusetts. Free. This webinar is for those who work with or support a young person with a disability who is transitioning from school to adult life. It provides[...]

Marlborough, MA, June 4th, 2024 . Join fellow caregivers and service providers for a day of listening, learning, and sharing. There will be a variety of workshops, group activities, and resource tables throughout the day. The[...]

Webinar, June 4th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Discuss the key aspects of coming of age and explore how we can support individuals in being self-determined with the least restrictions,[...]

Millis, MA, Spring, 2024, with the Millis Recreation Department. Free. An inclusive and adaptive social event for teens and young adults of all abilities. Music, fun and lightly structured activities bring friends together each month for[...]

Webinar, June 5th, 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, June 5th, 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.[...]

Provincetown, MA, Summer 2024, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Provincetown. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access to exhibits[...]

Bedford, MA, June 7th, 2024, 6 – 8 p.m., with the Bedford Recreation Department. This event is for adults aged 18+ with disabilities or special needs. Join Bedford Recreation for a night full of games,[...]

Burlington, MA, Winter & Spring 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. During this group, Advocates in Motion self-advocates ages 13-22 will have the opportunity to prepare a nutritious and delicious recipe from start to finish.[...]

East Longmeadow, MA, June 8th, 2024, with The Center for Human Development.. In partnership with The Depot, CHD invites you to an accessible day with The Ride for a leisurely bike event. They will have[...]

Marblehead, MA, Summer 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. Zoom Inclusive fitness dance classes iare for teen and young[...]

Dover, MA, June 8th, 2024. This sensory-friendly beginner bird walk offers a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. * Now that the[...]

Somerville, MA, June 9th, 2024. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the[...]

Chatham, MA, Summer 2024, with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Center in Chatham. The Sensory Friendly program offers dedicated time for families with disabilities. During these times, they offer accommodations that increase access to exhibits[...]

  Tyngsboro, June 9th, 2024, with the Rotary Clubs of Tyngsboro/Dunstable, Nashua, Dracut & Lowell. Free. 24th Annual Fishing Day For Individuals with Disabilities of All Ages. Family Members Welcome Fully stocked with fish. *[...]

Braintree, MA, June 9th – August 23rd, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. Join the New England Wheelchair Football Team, one of the newest members of the USA Wheelchair Football League. * The USA Wheelchair[...]

With the Arc of Massachusetts – Deadline to apply is August 2nd, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts’ Pathways to Friendship, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS), announces the availability of Community Bridging[...]

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[...]