Greater Massachusetts Special-Needs Events Newsletter for February & March 2021
Newsletter July 2017 (9)
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.
Virtual Autism Aware Day & Resource Fair with Boston Medical Center
Virtual Autism Awareness Day & Resource Fair: April 15th. The Boston Medical Center's Autism Program's annual Autism Awareness Day and Resource Fair will feature local Autism family support organizations, resources, a Parent Panel, and much more...Read more
Fellowships in Boston For Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Family Members:
Fellowships in Boston For Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Family Members: The Allen C. Crocker Fellowship is for individuals who seek to increase their knowledge and skills in the field of developmental disabilities. The Barbara Wilensky Gopen Memorial Fellowship is a work and learning opportunity for an individual with an intellectual and/or...Read more
Is Remote Learning a Struggle? Commonwealth Learning Centers of Danver and Needham Can Help! Virtual 1:1 Tutoring for Students with Dyslexia, ADHD, and Executive Function. Contact Us today! (781) 444-5582 or sscofield@commlearn.com
Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids
Identifying, Managing & Reducing Back to School Stress and Anxiety for Kids: Webinar, April 27th, with UMass Boston. Questions & Topics Will Include: Are my child’s reactions about school just normal worries or an anxiety disorder? My child is worried about catching COVID at school and bringing it home to other family...Read more
Autism Conference for Parents & Professionals: Beverly
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
Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers:
Campamento de Abogacia Special-Needs Advocacy for Spanish Speaking Caregivers: On-line, April 17th, with Mass Families. Free. La Región Central está encantada de invitar a las familias que hablan español y que cuidan de niños que son elegibles y probablemente elegibles para los servicios de Mass Department de Developme...Read more
Neuropsychological Evaluations: What Are They & What to Look for in an Evaluator?
Neuropsychological Evaluations: What Are They & What to Look for in an Evaluator? Webinar, April 28th, with a Newton- based support organization. This workshop will explain what a neuropsychological evaluation is, how it can be a vehicle to getting the appropriate supports for a child or adolescent who is struggling academically, psychologically, socially or developmentally ...Read more
What Services Are Available to Assist with your Child’s Mental Health Concerns?
What Services Are Available to Assist with your Child’s Mental Health Concerns? Webinar, April 22, with PPal Massachusetts. PPal Parent Network Socials are a place where you can find resources, be a part of informative workshops and brainstorm solutions to support your journey in raising a child with mental health needs....Read more
Fred Gaspari Fund For Families in Metrowest Communities
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
PLAN for the Future...Now! PLAN of Massachusetts & Rhode Island is a Special-Needs Trust Started by Parents of Children with Special Needs. Contact us today to plan the future of your child. VISIT https://www.planofma-ri.org/request-a-consultation/
Autism 101 Webinar for Massachusetts Families: Accessing Public Supports
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
"Supporting My Child With Autism" Workshop for Boston Area Families
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
Visual Impairment "In This Together" Virtual Conference
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

Special-Needs Recreation

Soccer for Students with Special Needs Hingham Area
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
Project RIDE Tune Up Day
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
All Stars Nautical Running Program
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
Martial Arts for those with Special Needs with Easter Seals Massachusetts
Virtual Accessible Martial Arts Classes with Easter Seals Massachusetts: Spring 2021. 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...Read more
Running and Walking Program with Special Olympics Massachusetts Hingham
Walking & Running and "Extra Mile" Clubs with Special Olympics Massachusetts: Cambridge, Hingham, Plymouth & West Springfield - Spring 2021. Enjoy the spring weather with Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA), meet new friends and get active. Mask & COVID screening required...Read more
Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages
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

Transition to Adult Event Events

Inclusive College Experience for Students with Learning Differences with the EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University. Attend one of their Virtual Open Houses on March 19th, April 16th or May 18th, 2021  https://www.bridgew.edu/academics/EXCEL-program
"Thinking About Housing” Disability Workshop
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
COVID-19 Transition-to-Adult Disability Training for Massachusetts' Families
COVID-19 Transition-to-Adult Disability Training for Massachusetts' Families: Webinar, April 27th, with Mass Families and the Arc of Greater Haverhill / Newburyport. Learn the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities ages 14-22, including a focus on transition services during COVID-19, and needed to prepare youth for employment, Independent living, education...Read more
Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair for South Shore Families
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
On Campus College Experience for Students with Diverse Learning, Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities - in Cambridge, MA, with Threshold Program At Lesley University . Learn more at this link https://lesley.edu/events/threshold-program-virtual-information-session-may
Accessing Community Services- with Easter Seals MA
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
Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts
Life Training Series for Special-Needs Caregivers in Massachusetts: Online, Session 2 is through May 12th. Creating Your Family Portfolio is a free training to help families organize their ideas, vision, and goals for their current life situation and their future life, concentrating on building a life of inclusion and productivity...Read more
Massachusetts Youth Leadership Disability Forum
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
Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+ with Special Needs
Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries for Young Adults with Special Needs: Webinar April 18th, with Thrive Advocacy of Marlborough, MA. For ages 18+. Discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives...Read more
Boundaries & Relationships for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs
Boundaries & Relationships for Teens & Young Adults with Special Needs: On Line, through June 12th, 2021, with Whole Children of Hadley, MA. For ages 16+ with special needs. Want to make a friend? Get a date? This class lays the groundwork for a life full of meaningful, healthy and safe relationships. Boundaries and Relationships is learning community that....Read more
Public Listening Sessions for Massachusetts Users of PT-1 Medical Transportation
Public Listening Sessions for Massachusetts Users of PT-1 Medical Transportation: Webinars on April 5th - 28th are for those that live in Western Mass, Central Mass, Metro Boston, or Northeastern Mass...Read more
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