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[...]

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[...]

Dorchester, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Bowling program held on Sundays from 10am to 12pm  in Dorchester, starting September 21st through December 21st. To register or[...]

Springfield, MA, through April 2026 with the Center For Human Development- All In Program.  Sled hockey is hockey but players are seated on a sled. This version of ice hockey is played primarily by people[...]

Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities.  Soccer & More – Learn basic soccer skills outdoors, enjoy a special park field outing, and switch indoors[...]

Kingston, South Dennis & Weymouth, MA, October 2025 – February 2026. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. For the 2025/2026 season, The Great[...]

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[...]

Concord Free Public Library, Concord, MA. Held every Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM, through 2nd, 2025.  This program is designed to support neurodivergent children, including those with autism, sensory processing challenges, and any child who[...]

On line, Fall & Winter 2025, Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques. *[...]

Haverhill, MA, Fall & Winter 2025. Unified candlepin bowling program for ages 8 to 12. Registration is required to  https://www.specialolympicsma.org/play-sports/find-sports-programs-near-you and scroll down to your desired program, or contact  Ops@SpecialOlympicsMA.org     Share this event

Charlestown, Plymouth & Salem, MA, through January 2026, with Spaulding Hospital Adaptive Sports. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this program. Try the growing sport of Pickleball, an all-abilities game similar to tennis, but[...]

Framingham, MA, December 1st 2025 – April 5th, 2026, with the Framingham Recreation Department. For individuals with disabilities ages 18 and older. This activity it now full. Framingham Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Special[...]

Goshen & Millers Falls, Weston, MA, through March 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location[...]

Ashburnham, MA, December 2025 – Februrary 2026. Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for athletes ages 6 to 12. Program will be held on Saturday mornings from 11:00 am to 11:45 am.  This program will focus[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

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[...]

December 18th, 2025, Manchester, New Hampshire. *This event is a Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showing of Polar Express . These events are screenings of newly released movies or events for children with autism or[...]

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[...]

Webinar, December 19th, 2025, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA.  When a child, parent, or relative receives a diagnosis of autism or ADHD, it can be a moment of recognition—not just[...]

Boston, MA, December 20th, 2025, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors of[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Littleton, MA, Epping, NH, Londondery, NH, December 27th, 2025. 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.[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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 –[...]

Hingham, MA, January 3rd – February 7th, 2026, with the South Shore SNAP Programs. For those ages 4 – 22 with intellectual and physical disabilities. This six-week introductory program will provide your child with the opportunity to[...]

North Andover, MA, January 4th  – February 8th, 2026. Floorball skills program for athletes ages 15 and up. No prior experience required. Program will occur at the Merrimack Valley YMCA from January 4th through February[...]

Beverly, MA, January 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 13+. Program will be held at Greater Beverly YMCA in Beverly on Sunday mornings from 10am to 11am, starting January 4th through January 25th. No[...]

Webinar Series for Families in the Greater Cambridge MA, and Middlesex communities, Winter 2026, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) Cambridge-Middlesex Chapter. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health conditions,[...]

Beverly, MA, January – February 2026. Unified basketball skill development program for athletes and Unified partners aged 16+ held  on Wednesday afternoons from 2 pm to 3 pm, starting January 7th through February 25th To[...]

Worcester, MA, January 7th – February 8th, 2026. Floorball skills program for athletes ages 16 and up.  No prior experience required. Program will be held at Worcester State University. * The first session will be[...]

Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]

Beverly, MA, January –  March 2026, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. The Special Olympics Massachusetts Unified Cornhole program for athletes and Unified partners aged 1athletes 18 years and older. * No prior cornhole experience needed To[...]

Marion/Wareham, January – February 2026. Tabor Academy and Special Olympics Massachusetts are partnering to host a Young Athletes program. *The student leaders will cover soccer skill. * The Level 2 group will be offered for[...]

East Boston, MA, February 10th – March 14th, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 24. Program will occur on Saturday afternoons from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm  in East Boston between January 10th[...]

Salsibury, MA, January – February 2026.   Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 16 and over, no prior experience needed. Clinics will occur on Saturday afternoons, from 4pm to 5pm, from January 10th through February 28th[...]

Braintree, MA, January – February 2026.  Young Athletes Level 1 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 to[...]

South Hamilton, MA, January – February 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Westwood, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for ages 6 to 12 in Westwood. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 10:30 am to 10:30 am, starting January 11th through March 15th.[...]

Marlborough, MA, January 11th, 2026. Special Olympics Floorball Marlborough Open House  for anyone interested in floorball. Program will occur in Marlborough on Sunday, January 11th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. * Age minimum is[...]

Waltham, MA, January  – March 2026.  Level 1 Class. Young athletes program for ages 2 to 7 in focusing on fine motor skills and activities. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 am[...]

Westwood, MA, January – March 2026.  Young athletes program for ages 2 to 7 in Westwood focusing on fine motor skills and activities. Program will be occur on Sunday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15[...]

Marlborough, MA, January – May, 2026. Join Monday night bootcamps. Program runs every Monday from 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm in Marlborough from January 12th through May 18th for ages 13+. All fitness levels welcome.[...]

Webinar, January 12th, 2025, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity, in Watertown, MA. Parents often wonder how to motivate their Autistic teens, particularly how much to push them and how much to let their[...]

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, January 13th, 2026,  with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPal Parent Network Socials Statewide meetings are meant only for parents/caregivers/family members/family partners of children with behavioral health needs. When signing up, please[...]

Wachusett Mountain in Westmister, MA, January 15th – March 19th, 2026, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports in Massachusetts. Designed to introduce beginners to adaptive sit ski equipment with Spaulding staff and volunteers. If you are a[...]

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[...]

Lynn, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held at in Lynn on Saturdays from 11 am to 12 pm, starting January 17th through March 7th.[...]

Roxbury, MA, Januaryu – March, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held  n Saturday mornings from 11am-12pm starting January 17th through March 7th. No prior basketball experience required[...]

Burlington, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Danvers, MA, January – April 2026.  Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 8-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Lynn, MA, January 17th – March 7th, 2026. Level 1 only. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual[...]

Roxbury, MA, January – March 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 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 to[...]

Dorchester, MA, January – March 2026. Level 1.  Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years[...]

Lawrence, MA, January 18th – March 8th, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 13+. Program will be held on Sunday mornings from 10 am to 11 am, starting January 18th through March 8th. No[...]

South Boston, MA, January – March 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held on Sunday mornings from 10 am to 11 am, starting January 18th through March 8th.[...]

Worcester, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Lawrence, MA, January – March, 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 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 to[...]

South Boston, MA, January – March 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 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[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, January 18th – February 26, 2026, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-6 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

Foxborough, MA, January – March 2026. Pickleball program for ages 13 and over. Program will occur on Monday evenings from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, starting January 19th through March 2nd  in Foxborough. No prior[...]

Webinar, January 20th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange. Virtual informaiton and adoption matching event. Nearly 20% of waiting children registered with MARE are diagnosed with autism, and these children wait significantly longer for permanency.[...]

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[...]

Dorchester, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

Newton, MA, January – April 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric[...]

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 Series, January & February 2026, 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 would[...]

Needham, MA, and on Zoom, with Mass Families. For Metro Boston Families.  Free.  The Metro region is announcing the 2026 Family Leadership Series for caregivers in the Metro region who have loved ones served by[...]

Natick, MA, January 25th, 2026, with TCAN’s Sensory Friendly Film Series.  A sensory-friendly screening of new Pixar release.  The screenings will be open to all, with a focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment[...]

Southborough, MA, January- March 7th, 2026, Level Only. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years old.[...]

Boston, January – March 2026, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. Experience a program that blends traditional karate with customized techniques. From strength-building movements and self- defense skills to calming meditation, participants build confidence and resilience in a[...]

Roxbury, MA, January – March 2026. Unified soccer skills center for athletes and Unified partners ages 8 to 15. Practices will be held on Wednesdays   in Roxbury from 6 pm to 7:30 pm, starting January[...]

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 27th, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Join a deep dive into Executive Functioning. In this 90 minute webinar, the presenter and participants will explore executive functioning through[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Canton, MA, January – March 2026. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. *  Program will be held  on Wednesday evenings, from 6pm to 8pm, starting January 28th[...]

Attleboro, MA, September 18th – October 30th, 2025. Level 1  & 2 Classes Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID),[...]

Mashpee, MA, February – May 2026. Pickleball clinic offered for athletes ages 15 and over, no prior experience needed. Clinic will occur on Wednesday evenings, from 6 pm to 7 pm, February 4th through May[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

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, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]

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,[...]

Bristol, RI, throughout 2025, with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. The Audubon Society of Rhode Island Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol is offering Sensory Friendly Hours specific hours on specific days. They invites[...]

Springfield, MA, February 24th – March 31st, 2026. FFloorball skills program for athletes ages 12 and up. No prior experience required. Program will be held  at the Springfield Jewish Community Center, starting February 24th through[...]

Attleboro, MA, February – April 2026. Level 1  & 2 Classes Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2[...]

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[...]

Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]

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[...]

Theater on the Mount, at Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA, April 4th, 2026, 2 pm performance.  The sensory-friendly performance is specially catered to children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental,[...]

Logan Airport, Boston, April 4th, 2026, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the[...]

Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]

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[...]

Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]

Danvers, MA, monthly through June 2026, with the Northeast Arc.  Do you want to learn how you can help help adults, including those with disabilities, facing mental health crises? The Northeast Arc is offering a[...]