Special-Needs Sibling, Family Support Events in Massachusetts

Virtual Groups with NAMI Cape Ann, Second Tuesday of each month, Third Monday of each month, through 2025. er your questions during a live Zoom Q&A. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Cape Ann Chapter[...]

Locations in and around the Greater Boston area, Summer and Fall 2025. With the JF&CS of Waltham. Fun recreational groups on select Sunday afternoons,  for kids 8-12 and ages 13+ who have siblings with disabilities,[...]

Virtual sessions the first Thursday of each month in 2025, with guest speakers, through the Metro Boston Recovery Learning Community. This is a peer-run community in the Metro Boston Area for people who have been[...]

Beverly, MA, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from. ASL 101 – This 5-week course teaches[...]

Boston and Virtual Classes, September 13th– November 12th, 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts.  Treinamento de Consultoria para Pais e Profissionais (PCTI) do outono de 2025 será oferecido em português.[...]

Worcester, MA, September 14th – November 23rd, 2025. 2025 Fall Holy Cross Goes Unified Basketball  skills program held at Holy Cross in Worcester on Sunday mornings from 11 am to 12 pm for the following dates:[...]

Online, September 16th – November 20th, 2025, with Deaf Inc of Boston. DEAF, Inc. offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes for adults interested in learning the language and Deaf culture in the United States and[...]

Virtual Program, September 17th – December 10th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is offering free group music lessons to Autistic adults.[...]

Boston and Worcester, 2026-20276 Service Warrior Applications are Now Available. Early Action Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025. Final Deadline: Friday, January 30, 2026. EPIC Service Warriors are young people with disabilities between the ages of 16-23,[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones. For ages 6 – 12 and 13+ to adult with special needs. For everyone with an interest in exploring the visual arts – whether you’re an[...]

Northampton, MA, in Person, Fall, 2025, with Whole Children / Milestones of Western MA. For ages 18+ with special needs. The Boundaries and Relationships class provides students with the building blocks of creating relationships of[...]

Northampton, MA, Fall 2025, with Whole Children. For ages 16+ with special needs. Come cook something up with your friends. * Students work on practical cooking skills while finding new foods to try. * They[...]

Plymouth, MA, Fall 2025, Series for Families, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) of Massachusetts. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about available resources.[...]

Taunton, MA, October 2nd – November 20th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources. The Healthy Relationships program is designed to help individuals with ASD navigate healthy relationships and understand sexual health in a safe, supportive environment.[...]

Leominster, MA, Fall 2025, Series for Families, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) of North Central Massachusetts. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about[...]

Concord, MA, October 7th – December 16th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. A slow flow yoga class that encompasses meditation, gentle movements, and breathing exercises to relax and rejuvenate[...]

Webinar Series for Families in the Greater Cambridge MA, and Middlesex communities, Fall, 2025, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) Cambridge-Middlesex Chapter. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions,[...]

In person and online with UMass Lowell, usually the first and second Wednesday of each month throughout 2025. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person[...]

Webinar Series, Fall/Winter 2025,  with Autism Housing Pathways of Winchester, MA. Learning about housing is a five part Zoom series in which families are guided through materials that will help them to determine what housing[...]

Webinars, every Tuesday through 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Free. The Federation’s Transition team is working with Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to tell you about an innovative pilot project, NextGen[...]

Virtual Series, October 15th – November 19th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Depression, Anxiety, and Self-Compassion on the Autism Spectrum (PAUSE) is a 6-session online workshop for Autistic adults who[...]

With SCIboston. SCIboston has announted the continuation of its quality of life grant program for individuals with a spinal cord injury or disorder and will rename it The Travis Roy Legacy Grant Program. The Travis Roy[...]

Plymouth, MA, Fall/Winter 2025, Series for Families, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) South Shore. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions, skills workshops, and information about available resources. The[...]

Webinar Series for Families in the Newton – Wellesly, MA, communities, Fall, 2025, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) Newton – Wellesly Chapter. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health[...]

Application Deadline – October 25th, 2025. For families living in the Southeast, Northeast, Metro, West and Central Regions of Massachusetts.  The Family Leadership Series empowers parents and caregivers of people with disabilities to become strong[...]

Bridgewater, MA, Information Sessions, throughout 2025, with the EXCEL 2025/2026 program at Bridgewater State University. The EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University is a fully-inclusive postsecondary program for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Interested[...]

Lexington, MA, October – December, 2025, with All Stars Learning.  The Supermarket & Vet Series is a mingle of life skills and vocational skills, offered in a small group setting with 1:1 support from teacher,[...]

Virtual Option November 7th, In person in Boston, November 8th, 2025, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Planning a Life (PAL) is a two-day transition conference for parents, caregivers, and professionals[...]

Wakefield, MA, November 7th, 2025, with Communitas of Wakefield. For ages 18+.  Grab your party attire and join a night of dancing with friends. * Music will be provided by DJ Kevin Sullivan and light[...]

Boston, MA, November 8th, 2025,with Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. The virtual Ask an Audiologist session is happening on Saturday, February 8 from 9-10 am. This is for parents and caregivers[...]

Wellesley, MA, register by October 17, 2025 for Winter 2025/26,  with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center, and provides[...]

Charlestown, MA, November 8th, Register by October 17, 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress.  The Your Next Star Academy is part of the MDSC’s Philip Donahue Your Next Star Employment Center, and provides experiential[...]

Woburn, MA, the 2nd Sunday of each Month through 2026, with the LaRoche Family at the North Church of Woburn. The founding principle of  the “Where I Can” group is that both the young adult[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 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.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Danvers, MA, November 12th, 2025, with the Northeast Arc’s Family Support Centers Autism Lectures Series. When your child is diagnosed with autism, the emotions can feel huge and exhausting. Together, will explore how to move[...]

Webinar, November 12th, 2025, with the Autism Resource Center of Worcester. Join Cynthia Moore to learn about the changes in the new Individual Education Plan, IEP, which includes new additions regarding transition. * Cynthia is[...]

Murphy School, Dorchester, MA, 6 – 7:30 p.m., November 13th, 2025, with the Boston Public Schools SPEDPac. Free and open to all families. Hosted by the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (Boston SPEDPac) and[...]

Natick, MA, November 14th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event Nintendo Switch Videogame Night is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17. Join a night of games on the Nintendo Switch and[...]

Taunton, MA, November 15th, 2025, with Community Autism Resources.  Grandparents Lunch is a time join other grandparents from through SE Mass to learn about an important topic related to autism and have a great lunch[...]

Acton, MA, November 15th, 2025, 5 pm to 8 pm. Free- registration required. A special free evening for visitors who are more comfortable in a mask-wearing environment. Enjoy a fun, friendly experience in an accessible and[...]

Webinar, November 17th, 2025, with the Northeast in Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. Is your child, student, or client approaching the age when they’re ready to live their own way? Hear about options for independent,[...]

Webinar,November 17th,  2025, with PPal of Massachusetts. Free. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. *[...]

Worcester, MA, November 18th, 2025, with the Seven Hills Foundation Join in an interactive session to learn the best ways to advocate for the benefits and services that make a difference in your family’s lives.[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Growing up with a brother or sister who has a disability can bring pride, love, responsibility—and sometimes guilt or confusion. This webinar[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody. Presented by Massachusetts Department of Developmental Disabilities Transition Coordinators: Diomaris Nieves-Lopez and Jayleene Noyes. * Discuss the differences between a Transition Coordinator and a[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Learn about the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC), the state agency responsible for protecting adults with disabilities from the abusive or negligent acts of their caregivers.[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Boston Center for Independent Living and Partners for Youth with Disabilities. Parents, family members, educators and friends of youth/young adults with disabilities are welcome to attend. The workshop will[...]

Webinar, November 19th, 2025, with the Autism Resource Center of Worcester. Join Anne Grenier from Fletcher Tilton Attorneys at Law for an informative presentation on alternatives to guardianship such as supportive decision making and more.[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Norwood, MA, November 22nd, 2025, with Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong. Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS) operates statewide and runs five individual regions. They offer various groups, committees, task forces, that facilitate members to advocate, develop[...]

Springfield, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the Springfield JCC. Free.  Best Buddies fosters one-to-one friendships between high school students with and without intellectual disabilities. In this time of heightened social and emotional development that[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, 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[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Zoom Event, Winter 2025 – 2026, 1:30 pm, with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. A monthly group . Want more choice and control over your DDS services? Take Charge with Self Direction. New facilitator:[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Sep 16, 2025 – Know Your Rights: The DDS Appeals Process. 1:30PM.  Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century[...]

Webinar, December 2nd, 2025, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series. Friendships matter, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad.  These short, friendship stories each tell the story of[...]

Virtual Support Groups, the first Tuesday of each month throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. A virtual support group for parents and caregivers of aging loved ones with Down syndrome who are experiencing[...]

Virtual Group, Fall & Winter 2025 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[...]

Worcester, MA, December 4th, 2025, 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[...]

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[...]

Acton, MA, December 6th, 2025, 5 – 8 pm. A special free evening for visitors 18 years and older with developmental disabilities, including having autism or Downs Syndrome, and their families or caregivers. * Enjoy[...]

Waltham, MA, December 7th, 2025, 1 -3 p.m., with the JF&CS of Waltham.  Come and celebrate Chanukah with JF&CS.  Enjoy a kosher snack and connect with your community while the Music Makes Me Happy Chorus[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 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.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Springfield, MA, Fall & Winter 2025, with the Springfield JCC. Free.  Best Buddies fosters one-to-one friendships between high school students with and without intellectual disabilities. In this time of heightened social and emotional development that[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, 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[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

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[...]

Beverly, MA, January – March 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from. ASL 101 –[...]

Watertown, MA, January 9th – 11th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind. Participants engage in hands-on activities focused on fostering independence, such as personal care, meal preparation, time management, and organization techniques.ally for young[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 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.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2025, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. High school doesn’t last forever, so what comes next? This workshop explores supported employment for young adults with complex needs and how[...]

Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2025, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos[...]

Zoom Event, Winter 2025 – 2026, 1:30 pm, with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. A monthly group . Want more choice and control over your DDS services? Take Charge with Self Direction. New facilitator:[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, 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[...]

Webinars, throughout 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Join virtual educational workshops designed specifically for brain injury survivors and family caregivers. Gain valuable knowledge, practical tools, and emotional support to help navigate the[...]

Virtual Events, every fourth Tuesday, 3:30 pm, with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The Massachusetts DMH (Department of Mental Health) SWAC (Statewide Young Adult Council) is a monthly virtual gathering hosted by youth for[...]

Webinar, February 3rd, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Three Evenings of Friendship: Video Screening Series. Friendships matter, bringing joy and comfort during good times and bad.  These short, friendship stories each tell the story of[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 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.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinar, February 15th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Rigorous job preparation for young adults ages 14 to 22 who are blind or visually impaired. This is an overview of their[...]

Virtual Grupo, 2025- 2026, con Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC). Conoce a otros padres de niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales & aprende cómo tu hijo/a puede obtener los servicios que necesita para tener éxito[...]

Boston, MA, February 24th, 2025, with the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts. Brain Injury Advocacy Day is an opportunity for you to learn about BIA-MA’s legislative agenda, to meet with your legislators or their staff,[...]

Zoom Event, Winter 2025 – 2026, 1:30 pm, with the The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. A monthly group . Want more choice and control over your DDS services? Take Charge with Self Direction. New facilitator:[...]

Sudbury, MA, March 4th, 2026, with Academy Metrowest. This workshop equips parents of students with IEPs or 504 plans to navigate disagreements with their school districts—while keeping the focus where it belongs: on their child’s needs.[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 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.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Beverly, MA, March – May, 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from. ASL 101 –[...]

Marlborough, MA, March 25th & 26th, 2026.  BIA-MA is now accepting proposals for workshops and poster presentations for the 44th Annual Brain Injury Conference. This conference will take place at the Best Western Royal Plaza[...]

Boston, MA, April 16th – 17th, 2026, with the Profound Autism Alliance. The Profound Autism Summit conference brings together leaders from the areas of research, medicine, treatment, advocacy, and education to discuss the needs and[...]

Webinar, May 19th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Fathers are often underrepresented in conversations about supporting youth with disabilities especially during the critical transition to adulthood. This webinar aims to change[...]