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Autism Acceptance month in Massachusetts also continues to showcase information and events that serve needs for Mental Health, Vision Impairment, Transition-to-Adult, and Recreation. Plus look for the Fred Gaspari Grants and paid disability fellowships with ICI in Boston. For April events, find: • Autism Awareness Day/Resource Fair • Back to School Stress & Anxiety • Autism Conference in Beverly, MA • Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers • Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair for South Shore Areas • COVID-19 Transition-to-Adult Disability Training • Sexuality, Relationships & Boundaries for Young Adults Look forward to a Spring full of many programs that will enhance the support for your loved one! Sharon Marie.
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Autism Conference for Parents & Professionals: Virtual Event, April 17th, with Endicott College of Beverly, MA. Free. Key Note Speaker Leslie Newport will present The impact of living with Autism during a Global Pandemic: Challenges to and Strategies for Wellness, Self- Care and Resiliency. Workshops include: How to .Read more
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Fred Gaspari Fund For Families in Metrowest Communities: Applications closes April 23rd. This fund provides financial support through grants to family caregivers with a family member with an intellectual or developmental disability. Eligibility - Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or autism who live at home with their families or independently in...Read more
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Autism 101 - Accessing Public Supports Webinar, April 22nd, with Autism Resource Central of Worcester. Open to anyone interested in learning more about supporting Autism. Guest speaker Kristin Cariglia, who will be giving an overview of how to access public supports, is Director of Operations at HMEA. Attendees ....Read more
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Supporting My Child With Autism: Webinar, April 27th, with Boston Public Schools Parent University. This informal workshop offers support, comfort, and general information on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to parents and grandparents and discusses why it's so important to access insurance services in addition to those being offered in school. * Presenter - Zachary Houston, Boston Public Schools Special Education....Read more
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Visual Impairment "In This Together" Virtual Conference: Online, May 1st, with Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. Free. Designed for families of children with visual impairment, birth to 7 years old, and the professionals who support them. Families can connect, talk to experts and learn new skills that apply at home and in the classroom to help each child reach their full...Read more
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Soccer for Students with Special Needs: Hingham, MA, April 25th - June 6th. Free. The South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership soccer program is for students with special needs, ages 4 – 22, who receive special education services. For those participants who require it, 1:1 support will be provided. This soccer program will ..Read more
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Project RIDE - Tune Up Day: Springfield, April 25th. Project RIDE stands for Recreation, Independence, Development and Equipment. Project RIDE provides special-needs children and young adults with modified tricycles and information about adaptive sports programs in Western Massachusetts.* COVID-19 Protocols in place...Read more
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All Stars Nautical Running Program: Scitutate, through May 23rd. For all abilities in Grades 1 - 8. Workouts will include a variety of approaches through fun exercises, games and teamwork. Designed as a non-competitive physical and social recreational activity for students who would enjoy a fun experience while.....Read more
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Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages: Somerville, April 25th, with Adaptive Climbing Group of Massachusetts. Everyone is encouraged to come climb - accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the climbing wall. ACG volunteers will be on hand to help fit gear, guide new climbers, and belay the ropes...Read more
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Thinking About Housing” Disability Workshop: Webinar, April 20th, with the Northeast Arc. Target audience: Parents of transition-aged youth (14-22+).* This presentation introduces families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services (including for those without DDS supports)...Read more
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Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair for South Shore Families: Virtual Event, April 28, with the King Philip Regional School District in Wrentham, MA. Building Bridges to the Future is for students receiving Special Education services and their families. Provider agencies will present information about their services that help young adults maximize their independence and success as they transition from school to adult life...Read more
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Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA: Webinar, April 22nd, with Mass Match of Easter Seals Massachusetts. Free. Part 2 of a training to discuss various resources and organizations that allow individuals to participate and access products and services during Covid. Part 2 topics will include: Online social participation, religious services and digital and audio books....Read more
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Massachusetts Youth Leadership Disability Forum: Application Deadline - April 30th. For youth and young adults with disabilities ages 16 - 22 (Peer Leaders are ages 198 - 25). YLF participants build leadership skills and leave better prepared for future employment, higher education, and independent living. Discussions and workshops cover topics as: Employment skills, Independent Living...Read more
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