Special-Needs Sibling, Family Support Events in Massachusetts

Brookline, MA, January 1st – March 25th, 2024. With the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. It’s time for the crisp, cold air and peaceful scenery offered by winter sports. * If you’re looking for a way[...]

Pawtucket, RI, through March 2024, with Rhode Island Special Hockey. The GPYHA/RI Special Needs Hockey program offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any other developmental[...]

Longmeadow, MA, January 24th – March 27th, 2024, with Kehillah of JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 11+ with special needs. Learn about healthy eating choices, kitchen safety skills, and practice cooking and baking while preparing[...]

Natick, MA, and Virtual, February 10th – May 4th, 2024, The Family Leadership Series is spread out over four sessions. It will be a combination in-person and virtual sessions. To participate you must attend all[...]

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[...]

Webinars, English- March 12th, Spanish – March 14th, 2024. Part of the freewebinar series provided in partnership by Massachusetts Advocates for Children, The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, and MassFamilies. * The series is free, but[...]

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

Virtual Event, March 13th, 2024, with the Groden Network in Providence, RI. Open to all professionals, family members, advocates, students, service providers, and policymakers. * What does it take to care for someone with autism[...]

Middleboro, MA, Registration closes on March 17th, 2o24. The Middleboro Little League Challenger baseball is a regional baseball league for those ages 5 and up with physical and/or mental disabilities. * The Challenger league plays[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

March 21st, 2024, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC). World Down Syndrome Day is a global day of celebration and awareness that has been observed by the United Nations since 2012.  Here are some[...]

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[...]

Webinar, March 25th, 2024, with the Acton-Boxborough SEPAC & ABRSD Special Ed Department. guest presenter is the Federation for Children with Special Needs with Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility.  This is a workshop for caregivers[...]

Webinar, March 27th, 2024, with Families for Depression Awareness of Waltham, MA. For caregivers to be effective, they need to have the right resources and support. This is when having a crisis plan – which may[...]

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[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Fitchburg, MA, Winter & Spring, 2024, with the Seven Hills North Central Family Support Center. This Down Syndrome Family Social is meant for all ages. * Family Support Centers in Massachusetts offer information, resources, supportive services,[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

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

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, April 16th, 2024, with the The Fathers and Family Network In Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin counties and the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Free event on behalf of the Fathers and[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Worcester, MA April 18th, 2024. 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. * Join them at the Easterseals Worcester[...]

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[...]

Hanover, MA, April 21st, 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[...]

Webinar, martes, 22 de abril, 2024, con Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. ¿Ha pensado en lo que hará si su hijo necesita ser examinado para hospitalización debido a conductas o pensamientos inseguros? ¿Cuáles son[...]

Webinar, April 23rd, 2024, with Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Basic Rights will provide an overview regarding the special education requirements of student with disabilities and the supports and services they are entitled to in order to[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, April 30th, 2024, 6:30 p.m., at Wellesley High School Auditorium, with the Wellesley PTSO, Wellesley Health Department & WPS Department Of Student Services. Parents will learn dependable strategies to help their children manage anxiety,moods, social[...]

Suffolk University Law School, Boston MA, or virtually on Zoom. You are invited to learn about accessibility and inclusion priorities in the City of Boston. The Mayor’s Commission for People with Disabilities in partnership with 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[...]

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[...]

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

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, 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Webinar, May 23rd, 2024, with the May Institute in Randolph, MA. Free. Meltdowns can be scary and emotional for all involved. During this webinar discuss strategies and helpful suggestions for preventing and managing meltdowns. * This[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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,[...]

Norwood, MA, June 2nd, 2024, with the MDSC. Free. For families whose child with Down syndrome is ages 4–12, Join them to meet other families and connect in a fun, safe space. * Everyone must[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

  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. *[...]

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 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[...]

East Boston, MA, June 15th, 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[...]

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[...]

Belmont, MA, June 17th – July 8th, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) inlclusive walking is for all ability levels for athletes 8 and older. * A Belmont Recreation Department Program,[...]

Braintree, MA, June 22nd, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. For all ages. This is a Level 2 Move United Sanctioned Competition with both wheelchair and running races, and is a qualifier for Move United[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Westfield, MA, July 6th, 2024. Open to the public. With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. For those with physical disabilities, you must have some[...]

Millis, MA, July 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[...]

Worcester, MA, July 9th – August 13th, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that[...]

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[...]

Concord, MA, July 10th – September 24th, 2024, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. * Meet at the sport court and learn some popular summer sports while meeting new friends. *[...]

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[...]

Natick & Needham, MA, Summer 2024, with the Charles River Center. Sponsored By Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). There will be alternating locations. * Please note that pre-registration and an intake are[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Hampton Beach State Park, NH, July 25th, 2024, with ACLU New Hampshire. This event will focus on making Hampton Beach State Park more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Join a day filled with informative speakers, engaging[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

Plymouth, MA, August 11th, 2o24, with Spaulding Rehab Network in Massachusetts. The sport of sled hockey enables individuals to play hockey in a seated position with blades beneath them. Players propel themselves by using sticks[...]

Scitutate, MA, August 12th – 16th,  2024, with Community of Resources for Special Education (C.O.R.S.E. Foundation) and the Scituate Recreation Department. This program may be full – please check with the host for more information. [...]

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[...]

Malden, MA, August 17th, 2024, with Adaptive Climbing Group in Somerville. Weather permitting. Gear will be provided to those who need it, but please bring your own lunch, water bottle and clothing for New England’s[...]

South Dennis, MA, August 17th, 2024.  An all-inclusive ice hockey, the Great Blizzards are an affilliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. * The Great Blizzards provides an opportunity for people with disabilities, regardless[...]

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[...]

Plymouth, MA, August 25th, 2o24, with Spaulding Rehab Network in Massachusetts. The sport of sled hockey enables individuals to play hockey in a seated position with blades beneath them. Players propel themselves by using sticks[...]

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[...]

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[...]

North Attleboro, MA, Fall 2024. Volt Hockey is for people living with physical disabilities, especially those who have limited upper and lower body mobility. All with physical disabilities are encouraged to sign up. * This[...]

Frankin, MA, September 8th- November 10th, 2024. Free and we welcome to all athletes ages 7 and up, with and without disabilities. Franklin Free Kicks is a unified soccer program run by Franklin Special Olympics. This[...]

Norwood, MA, September 8th – November 3rd 2024. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to participate,[...]

Acton, MA, September 8th – October 20th, 2024. The Miracle League of Massachusetts’ Adult Miracle League program is for athletes 22 and older. * The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Hanover, MA, September 15th, 2024, Hosted by South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation of MA & RI and the South Shore YMCA Emilson. Wheelchair Tennis Tournament. Local wheelchair tennis players are invited to participate in a[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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 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[...]

Boston, MA, September 25th – November 20th, 2024, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Skating.  Whether your child is learning how to skate or wants to improve their stick handling, passing, and shooting, this program can assist.[...]

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 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[...]

Springfield, MA, September 2024 – April 2025.  CHDs All In program/Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey program. Programs serve ages up to 16, an 17 and older through adulthood. * Sled hockey, is HOCKEY but sitting down[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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?[...]

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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Cambridge, MA, October 16th, 2024. Free. A dedicated evening for visitors who would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Enter the Museum after they close to enjoy galleries with a limited number of visitors. Guests can access[...]

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[...]

Amherst, MA, October 19th – November 23rd, 2024. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored specifically for children with autism aged 5 to 18. The clinics are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where[...]

Wayland, MA, October 20th – November 17th, 2024. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored specifically for children with autism aged 5 to 18. The clinics are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where[...]

Concord, MA, October 21st, 2024.NE PGA Golf Drive, Chip and Putt Clinic. Athletes of all different skill levels and ages compete in the three golf skills events at Nashawtuc Country Club for the 4th annual[...]

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[...]

Danvers, MA, October 22 – December 10th, 2024 with the Northeast Arc. For ages 16+.  Train like a boxer and feel like a champion. Get in your zone and let the class will fly by [...]

Wellesley, MA, October 22nd – November 12th, 2024. Golf skills program (range and short game) for athletes ages 18 and older and run by the Wellesley College Golf Team. * Program will occur on Tuesdays,[...]

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 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[...]

Worcester, MA, through February 23rd, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence[...]

Kingston & South Dennis, MA, through May 2025. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards of Cape Cod are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. * The Great Blizzards provides an[...]

Tufts University, Medford, October 27th, 2024. Join Adaptive Sports New England and many adaptive sports organizations from throughout New England for a day full of fun, games and new experiences. * This day is designed[...]

Scitutate, MA, September 15th – October 27th, 2024, with Community of Resources for Special Education (C.O.R.S.E. Foundation) and the Scituate Recreation Department. Designed for ALL abilities in Pre-K, Grades 3 -5 and 6 – 8,[...]

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[...]

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.[...]

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[...]

Norwood, MA, November 10th, 2024 – January 26th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to[...]

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 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[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Auburn, MA, December 2nd 2024- February 10th, 2025, with Auburn Youth Basketball. This program will incorporate adaptive techniques into basketball to create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for players of all abilities, preschool to high[...]

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 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[...]

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[...]