Special-Needs Financial & Legal Events in Massachusetts

Webinar Series, March – June 2024. Vòng Tay Cha Mẹ Việt – The Circle Of Vietnamese Parents of Boston, in collaboration with the Federation for Children with Special Needs, is offering a bilingual training series[...]

Ipswich, MA, April 25th – June 15th, 2024. The Massachusetts Chapter of the  National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMIMass) Family-to-Family course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about[...]

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,[...]

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.[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Burlington, MA, June 8th, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC staff[...]

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[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, June 11th, 2024, with Healthcare for All Massachusetts. You are invited to the One Care Implementation Council Annual Town Hall. Why is One Care worth protecting? Come share your experiences, ask questions, and hear[...]

Webinar, June 11th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Supported decision-making (SDM) is a unique and empowering process for helping a young adult without taking away legal rights in court. It[...]

Webinar, June 12th, 2024, with the The Arc of Bristol County.The Family Support Center is partnering with Community Autism Resources to present a webinar called Finding Resources in the Community for Children, Teens, and Adults[...]

Hoyoke & South Hadley, MA, June & July 2024, withe the Down Syndrome Resource Group of Western Mass. The program looks forward to connecting with families and building relationships as through play and curiosity children[...]

Needham, MA, June 17th, 2024, with the Charles River Center and Massachusetts State Legislators. Charles River Center and Lifeworks invites you to a Legislative Breakfast to converse with state legislators on improving and enhancing community[...]

Virtual Event, June 18th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. DDS recently announced it will be holding a public Hearing for proposed regulations at: 115 CMR 14.00 (Self-Determination and Self-Directed Services) * Proposed[...]

Webinar, June 18th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. In 2022, the National Guardianship Network introduced “The Guardianship Bill of Rights.” Although documents protecting adults needing decisional support are common around the[...]

Deadline to Apply is July 20th, 2024. For autistic self-advocates over the age of 13 living in the United States. Together with the legendary performer and autism self-advocate Kodi Lee, the Flutie Foundation is providing[...]

Virtual Group, June 24th, 2024, with Foundation for Faces of Children in Brookline, MA This event is for those living in one of the New England states. Want to meet other young adults within the[...]

Online, June 25th and througout Summer 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free and Open to open to all Special Education Parent Advisory Council members and families in Masachusetts. Attend[...]

Webinar, June 25th, 2024, with Perkins School for the Blind of  Watertown, MA. Guardians are appointed to provide decisional support in areas where a young adult has challenges. For family guardians, who have been caring[...]

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[...]

Online, July 2nd, and throughout Summer 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free and Open to open to all Special Education Parent Advisory Council members and families in Masachusetts. Attend[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, July 11th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This event will be hosted with access to interpretation and transcription in 20+ languages. Accessing Interpretation. Review a wide range of[...]

Florence, MA, July 14th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrone Congress (MDSC). Free to attend, for all ages, parents, caregivers, family members & friends. Join a fun afternoon at the park. * Megan DeMorris, a board[...]

Online, July 16th, and throughout Summer 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free and Open to open to all Special Education Parent Advisory Council members and families in Masachusetts. Attend[...]

Boston City Hall Plaza, July 17th, 2024. 12 – 2 p.m. Join the Boston Disability Commission, local organizations, and the disability community to celebrate the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.[...]

Webinar, July 17th, 2023, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington’s “Coffee & Convo” Parent Series. The speakers will be Jill Pineda, PhD, and Jennifer Magee, DMD About the speakers: * Dr. Jill Pineda is[...]

Online, July 23rd, and throughout Summer 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free and Open to open to all Special Education Parent Advisory Council members and families in Masachusetts. Attend[...]

Webinar, July 24th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers.  PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs. When signing[...]

Webinar, July 25th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This training describes: This training describes: different types of disciplinary offenses the school responsibilities for discipline range of consequences for rule[...]

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[...]

Fairhaven / South Shore, MA, July 28th, 2024.  The Fairhaven Commission on Disability and M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. are hosting a Diverse Abilities Celebration. July marks the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a[...]

Online, July 30th, and throughout Summer 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free and Open to open to all Special Education Parent Advisory Council members and families in Masachusetts. Attend[...]

Virtual Event, August 1st, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. The premier of the C2C Network Community Live will be hosted by the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).[...]

Attleboro, MA, August 4th, 2024, with Rare New England. *This event now has a wait list. Please contact the host below for more information. Rare New England’s “Roaring For Rare” is a Rare disease for families.[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, August 13th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. With The Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health (IRC) with The Shriver Center, a division of The UMass Chan Medical. *[...]

Webinar, August 14th, 2024, with MassFamilies. Having a disability does not cancel your right to vote. Join Jose Lopez, The Arc’s Policy Officer, for a voting rights webinar on Wednesday, August 14 at noon to[...]

Attleboro, MA, August 19th, 2024, with the Arc of Bristol County. Transition planning for students starts at age 14 in Massachusetts. Applications for adult services in many areas should take place at the age of 18.[...]

Webinar, August 22nd, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This training describes: different types of disciplinary offenses the school responsibilities for discipline range of consequences for rule violations the difference[...]

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, August 27th, 2024, with the Arc of Haverhill-Newburyport. Learn more about this potential opportunity for both you and your loved one. The AFC program is an Arc program funded by MassHealth that pays either[...]

Webinar, August 24th, 2024, with MassFamilies. With the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) last month, the past three decades have shown progress in many areas impacting the lives of people with disabilities,[...]

Webinars in English & Spanish, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. August 28th in English. August 29th in Spanish. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer[...]

Danvers, MA, September 19th, 2024, with the NortheastArc Family Resource Center. Support Group for Caregivers. If you are a parent/caregiver for an adult with special needs living at home and are ages 60 and older,[...]

Burlington, MA, September 7th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

10 de septiembre 4:00-5:30 PM – Webinar – in Spanish, September 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Los modelos de prestación de servicios autodirigidos permiten al participante y a la familia la[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, September 11th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Webinar, September 11th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Virtual Group, September 12th, 2024, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

17 de septiembre 10:00-11:30 AM – Webinar – in Spanish, September 17th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Los modelos de prestación de servicios autodirigidos permiten al participante y a la familia la[...]

Webinar, September 17th, 2024, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Presented by Tom Sannicandro, JD, PHD. Join in to discuss important financial tools available to you and your family to help provide for[...]

Marlborough, MA, September 17th, 2024. Registration is now closed. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council MASILC Conference is an opportunity learn about the latest available Independent Living services, and to strategize better ways to achieve common goals. *Conference[...]

Virtual Event, September 18th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

  Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Join The Arc for a special presentation on transition services with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) by Victor Hernandez, Deputy Assistant Commissioner. * Victor will discuss[...]

Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Hear guest presenter, Fred Misilo, Attorney, Chair, Trust and Estate Department, Fletcher Tilton, PC, to learn the fundamental planning strategies used in creating an estate[...]

Webinar, September 18th, 2024, with the Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington. Join Elise Wulff, MEd, and Jillian Dyment, MEd, CAGS for a discussion about equipping parents and caregivers with strategies to support students in[...]

Hurley Family Branch, North Attleboro, MA, September 18th, 2024, with the Hockomock Area YMCA Integration Initiative in North Attleboro. Part of the Financial Group Financial Wellness Series Financial Planning Workshops For Families Of Individuals With[...]

Natick, MA, September 19th, 2024, 6 pm – 7 pm, with the Autism Alliance in Metrowest. Celebrate the opening of the Autism Welcoming Center.  A first of its kind, tje center will provide a welcoming and[...]

Virtual Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

Danvers, MA,  September 19th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc Family Resource Center.  Autism Support Group for Parents of School Age Children Middle & High School Age.  Transition Planning – a guest speaker from PLAN of[...]

Virtual and in person in Burlington, Mattapoisett, Sturbridge, Wareham, MA. September 20th, 2024, is the deadline for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 programs. Free.  This training that guides parents and caregivers, who have Department of[...]

Wellesley High School, Wellesley, MA, September 23rd, 2024, with the Wellesley SEPAC- Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP is a free workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing[...]

Webinar, September 24th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Webinar, September 24th, 2024, with the National Autism Center at May Institute in Randolph, MA. Free. Family school partnerships benefit everyone—students, parents, guardians, and teachers alike. When families get involved, children do better in school, graduate[...]

25 de Septiembre a las 10:30AM, con Northeast Arc Family Support Center de Danvers, MA. Derechos Basicos –  Derechos Legales/Educación Especial. Presentadora Invitada Especial: Laura Perez, Coordinadora de la línea de ayuda y Defensora de[...]

Webinar, September 26th, 2024, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. Guest speaker  Myrese Nochomowitz, MPH, RD, LDN will explore the topic of eating. Many neurodivergent individuals present with Avoidant Restrictive Intake Disorder (ARFID) and/or extreme[...]

Webinar, September 26th, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. This training describes: This training describes: different types of disciplinary offenses the school responsibilities for discipline range of consequences for rule violations[...]

Webinar, September 26th, 2024, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Presented by Anthony Mavilia, Eligibility Coordinator for Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Metro Region. * The DDS Metro Region Intake & Eligibility Team renders eligibility[...]

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, September 27th, 2024, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. Throughout the child and adolescent years, a child’s development can be impacted by a variety of social, emotional, developmental, and environmental factures. * Depending on the[...]

Webinar, October 1st, 2024, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services DDS Northeast Region. Department of Developmental Services (DDS) 101 is an introductory session designed for families, caregivers, and school personnel. DDS 101 is a[...]

Webinar, October 2nd, 2024, with the Northeast Arc Autism Support Center in Danvers, MA.  Does your child with autism qualify for MassHealth Standard? Learn About the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Autism Waiver Program. *[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Hingham, MA, October 3rd, 2024, with the Arc of the South Shore. The guest speakers will be from Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Inc. (PLAN). They offer ten (10) Licensed Social Workers[...]

Worcester, MA, October 4th, 2024, with Deaf Inc of Boston and the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. Featuring: Elisa Valles, Dr. Alex Wilkins, Dr. Melissa Anderson. *  Dr. Melissa Anderson. Melissa Anderson is a hearing,[...]

Webinar, October 7th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Introduction to the New IEP Form- 6:00-7:30 pm. * Review and understand the new IEP form and understand why changes to[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts and the Peabody Public Schools. This presentation is a comprehensive introduction into special education laws and procedures. * Delve into the[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2o24. Free. Please join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property,[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Virtual Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, October 8th, 2024, with the National Down Syndrome Congress. Join NDSS for this upcoming webinar with Dr. Hannah Graham, author of The Primary Care Provider’s Guide to Women’s Health and Down Syndrome. Dr. Graham will[...]

Webinar, October 9th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Worcester, MA, October 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts APSE state chapter of APSE, the Association of People Supporting EmploymentFirst. 2024 Conference theme is Building Your Network. Come prepared to strengthen your networking skills, and connect[...]

Virtual Group, October 10th, 2024, 7 pm., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. A state-wide African American / Black Family parent and caregiver Support Group for those with a family member with Down syndrome.  This is an[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Webinars, October 10th, 2024, and the 2nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. Are you a: RTSC Special Education Surrogate Parent, PCTI trained Parent Consultant, or SEPAC Officer?[...]

Webinar, October 10th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts (PPal). Free PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral,[...]

Virtual Support, Mondays, Fall & Winter 2024, 10:00 a.m., Virtual Hispanic Family Support Group Social with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. Providing hope for children with mental health needs and their families through[...]

Webinar, October 15th, 2024, with the Weymouth Special Education Parent Advisory Council SEPAC.  They will host the Federation for Children with Special needs. This workshop provides an overview of the transition planning process for youth[...]

October 15th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Dr. Lance Clawson, a psychiatrist specializing in Autism and behavioral health, will guide particpants in creating a support plan[...]

Webinar, October 15th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Beverly, MA, October 15th – November 19th, 2o24, with the National Alliance Mental Illness Massachusetts Chapter (NAMIMass) and NAMI Cape Ann. A free course for parents and family caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional[...]

Webinar, October 15th, 2024, with the Communinitas Family Support Transition Services of Wakefield, MA. Presented by Mass Advocates for Children. Transition from School to Adult Life: Using the IEP to Create Success. * This workshop[...]

Virtual Event, October 16th, 2024, 7 p.m., with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress’s (MDSC) support group for family members who have a loved one with Down syndrome and a mental[...]

Hurley Family Branch, North Attleboro, MA, October 16th, 2024, with the Hockomock Area YMCA Integration Initiative in North Attleboro. Part of the Financial Group Financial Wellness Series Financial Planning Workshops For Families Of Individuals With[...]

Boston, MA, October 17th – 24th, 2024. The Massachusetts Guardianship Association and Social Law Library annual conference, Navigating Changes to the Powers of a Guardian or Conservator and Alternatives to Guardianship. Day 1 Webinar: Thursday,[...]

Virtual Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

Attleboro, MA, October 21st, with the Arc of Bristol County.Transition planning for students starts at age 14 in Massachusetts. Applications for adult services in many areas should take place at the age of 18. Many[...]

Webinar, October 21st, 2024, with the Northampton Special Education Parent Advisory Council.  The speaker will be Matt Holloway, Director of Student Services, Northampton Public Schools. * The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE) made[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, October 22nd, 2024, with the Northeast Arc’ s Family Resource Center in Danvers. Navigating the Individualized Education Plan – IEP.  This workshop will help families and those working with students with disabilities understand the[...]

Webinar, October 22nd, 2024, with the Disability Law Center of Massachusetts. This webinar will include an overview of key voting rights; information about accessible voting equipment and procedures, including Accessible Vote by Mail; accessibility requirements[...]

Webinar, October 23rd, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Webinar, October 23rd, 2024, with the Epilepsy Foundation of New England. Join Dr. George Culler as we discuss SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy). George W. Culler, MD, practices in Lebanon, New Hampshire, and specializes[...]

Webinar, October 24th, 2024, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. Contemporary approaches to supporting individuals with ADHD will be presented and reviewed. Specific areas of impairment, long-term outcomes, evidence-based interventions and supports, and current areas of controversy[...]

Webinar, October 24th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

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[...]

Norfolk, MA, October 24th, 2024, at the Norfolk Public Library. Everyone needs to have a housing plan in place for their loved one. Join and watch a preview us to learn more about housing options[...]

Webinar, October 24th, 2024, with the May School in Randolph, MA.  Free. Elopement sometimes known as wandering, running away, or bolting can happen in the blink of an eye. One minute your child is right there[...]

Virtual Conference, October 25th, 2024, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity of Watertown, MA. The Daniel W. Rosenn AANE Connections Conference is a virtual gathering of Autistic individuals, their families, professionals, and allies to[...]

Webinar, October 28th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Student/Parent Concerns is an opportunity to have your concerns included and addressed in the IEP. You should carefully draft your concerns[...]

Webinar, October 29th, 2024, with Fletcher Tilton. Free. Fundamentals of Special Needs Trust Administration, Trustee Responsibilities, and Selecting a Trustee. Introduction and Overview of Special Needs Planning and Trust Administration. Registration is required to https://www.fletchertilton.com/Seminars [...]

Webinar, October 29th, 2o24. Free. Please join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property,[...]

Danvers, MA, November 1st, 2024. The Northeast Arc Family Support Center’s Transition Conference “Let Start Thinking About Tomorrow” will feature: Keynote: Sam Farmer – Presentation: “Your Child’s Future Is in Your Hands”. Sam Farmer, identified[...]

Burlington, MA, November 2nd, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome, ages 0 to four, and their siblings, as well as expectant families, are invited to join MDSC[...]

Webinar, November 4th, 2024, with the Haverhill, MA, Public Schools. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support of suspected special needs.[...]

Webinar, November 4th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Reading, MA, November 5th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc of Danvers Adult Autism Support Center. Meet resources and organizations to help with disability services for adult living. Meet and learn about: Department of Developmental Services[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Danvers, MA, November 6th, 2024, with the Northeast Arc’s Early Intervention Program. Ready, Set, Resource! Join the Northeast Arc and many other exhibitors for an event highlighting the many resources available to young children and[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Warick, RI, November 8th, 2024, with the RIPIN of Rhode Island. Connect with providers, gain valuable resources, and network with individuals and families in the self-directed community. * Registration for individuals, their families, and their staff[...]

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 Events, throughout 2024 & 2025, on the second Tuesday of each month, with the  Arc of Greater Haverhill – Newburyport. For parents/caregivers who live in the Merrimack Valley with children ages 13-22 with disabilities[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2024, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Charting the LifeCourse is a powerful set of principles and tools that people around[...]

Webinar, November 14th, 5th, 2024, with the Communinitas of Wakefield, MA. With guest presenter Mass Advocates for Children. This workshop will help families and those working with students with disabilities understand the different sections of[...]

Webinar, November 14th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. IThis webinar is inspired by the 3/29/2024 Boston Globe article, “Cut lose at 18 and still Struggling into Adulthood,” featuring +18[...]

Webinar, November 14th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. P2P Listening & Learning Training –  Become a Volunteer Support Parent. The FCSN’s Parent to Parent of Massachusetts program builds a bridge[...]

November 16th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. A free, in-person, half-day, Saturday transition event focused on building an effective life plan for young adults with disabilities.[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2024, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity 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[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2024, with the  Northborough-Southborough Public Schools. Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility is a workshop for caregivers of children with special needs, or needing an evaluation for support of suspected special needs. *[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2024, with The Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Guardianship, also referred to as conservatorship, is a legal process that gives a person the authority to make choices and care for another[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2o24. Free. Please join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property,[...]

Worcester, MA, November 19th, 2024, with the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA). Free. This is a conference dedicated to increasing the knowledge around finance for staff and advocates working with individuals with disabilities. This conference[...]

November 19th, 2024, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Discuss the importance of fostering inclusive social environments and opportunities to support the emotional growth and overall well-being of[...]

Hurley Family Branch, North Attleboro, MA, November 20th, 2024, with the Hockomock Area YMCA Integration Initiative in North Attleboro. Part of the Financial Group Financial Wellness Series Financial Planning Workshops For Families Of Individuals With[...]

Webinar, November 20th, 2024. Join The Arc for a special webinar about MassAbility (formerly known as the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission). Presenter Manel Desvallons will provide an overview of MassAbility programs, information on how to apply for[...]

Waltham, MA, November 21st, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts Board of Directors Invites You to a Welcome Reception for New CEO Maura Sullivan. The Board welcomes Maura into this new role and excited to share in[...]

Virtual Meetup, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Massachuetts’ Sibling Support Network. The Sharing Space is a monthly participant-directed event for adult siblings of people with disabilities to share resources with each other and lend[...]

Webinar, November 25th, 2024,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 in[...]

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[...]

Bridgewater, MA, December 2nd, 2024, with the Bridge Center and Easterseals Massachusett. Free. Part of their Parent & Caregiver Group Speaker Series dedicated to disability issues that directly affect the individuals they care for. Learn[...]

Seminarios web, la Federación para Niños con Necesidades Especiales Massachusetts, la Oficina Regional de DDS Central/Oeste, Servicios Comunitarios Multiculturales y Centro se unen para presentar una serie de cinco partes sobre educación especial, en español,[...]

Virtual Series, January 16th – March 20th, 2025 – application deadline is December 13th, 2024, with Northeast Family Leadership, Riverside Community Care.  Participants will explore topics including the history of the disability movement, Charting the[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2024/25 with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome. Join this group the first Thursday of every month for a virtual support group for breastfeeding, pumping, and expectant mothers of babies with Down[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2024, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. Hear how participants and their families can design individualized services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. *[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2024, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. P2P Listening & Learning Training –  Become a Volunteer Support Parent. The FCSN’s Parent to Parent of Massachusetts program builds a[...]

Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc of Concord, MA. Maura Sullivan, CEO, Arc of Massachusetts, will present at this free parent/guardian training. There is deep concern among those in the disability community –[...]

Burlington, MA, December 7th, 2024, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. For families of children with Down syndrome up to their 4th birthday, as well as expectant families. * Photographer[...]

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[...]

Webinar, December 10th, 2024, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs. (Peer leaders who work[...]