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As Autism Acceptance month wraps up, Massachusetts now looks forward to Mental Health Awareness month events in May. Additionally, find the "In This Together" Vision Impairment Conference, and Transition-to-Adult topics supporting those graduating to their next steps in life. For May Events, Find: • Advocacy for the Disability Workforce Crisis • Social Thinking & Social Skills During COVID • Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium • "Same Side of the Table" Special Education Forum • Applying for Housing for People with Disabilities in Massachusetts • Disability Benefits in Mass & Transition Age Youth • Sexuality, Relationships & Boundaries for Young Adults Let's hope the pandemic is finally winding down and that the in person events are winding up again! Sharon Marie.
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COVID-19 Webinar: Addressing the Workforce Crisis: May 3rd. with Arc of Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian. Advocacy for the Workforce Crisis. Leo and the Executive Director of The Arc of New Jersey, will continue their previous discussion on advocacy regarding the workforce crisis, the impact of COVID...Read more
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Social Thinking & Social Skills During Covid: Webinar, March 6th, with the MDSC and the 3-21 Foundation of Burlington, MA. Hear how you can support your child to better understand the world in order to build confidence in interacting with others, even more difficult with today's new COVID norms. Gain tools and strategies...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, ages birth to 7, and the professionals who support them. Connect, talk to experts and learn new skills that apply at home and in the classroom to help each child...Read more
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Inclusion of Disability in the Media (45 Years on Sesame Street) Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium Virtual Conference, May 3rd & 4th. Keynote Speaker Emily Perl Kingsley will share her experience raising a child with a disability at a time when there was little to no guidance for parents, and how she spearheaded the groundbreaking inclusion of children and adults with disabilities on Sesame Street. There will also be an Exhibitor Resource Fair, Workshops...Read more
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"Same Side of the Table" Special Education Forum Webinar, May 10th, with the Special Needs Advocacy Network of Massachusetts. Same Side of the Table -Student-Centered Outcomes Through Dispute Resolution is a forum and discussion open to parents and professionals involved in the Special Education process, including parents, advocates, attorneys, administrators....Read more
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Financial Planning for Special-Needs Families. Webinar, May 12th, with Special Olympics of Massachusetts. Get a Jump Start on Your Future with feature guest speakers from Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of MA & RI. Learn solutions to preserving your child’s assets, protecting your child’s public benefits once they become an adult, and allowing them to live a comfortable, happy life...Read more
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Project RIDE "Tune Up" Day: May 2nd, in-person event in Springfield, MA. Project RIDE provides special-needs children and young adults with modified tricycles. For Tune Up Day, the JCC will offer a tune-up for trikes that are in need of repair, to fit riders who might have grown out of their current trike, and to offer trikes to new riders...Read more
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Down-Syndrome Autism Connection with the MDSC: Virtual Support Group, May 5th, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. This group is dedicated solely to co-occurring Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder. All families affected by Down syndrome and autism, including families who recently got an autism diagnosis, are invited to join them.....Read more
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Young Athletes Special Olympics: Spring 2021. Beverly, Milford, Pittsfield, Salem, Sandwich, Weston, Weymouth, The Young Athletes program is an early introduction to sports and the world of Special Olympics for children ages 2 - 7 and 6-12with intellectual disabilities. it is a sports & play program that focuses on fun activities important to mental and physical growth...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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Lacrosse for Students with Special Needs: Hingham, MA, May 7th - 21st, with the South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership. For children 4-22 who receive special education services. This three week introductory program will provide your child with the opportunity to have fun, socialize and develop basic lacrosse skills....Read more
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Basic Rights in Transition-to-Adult Planning for Special Needs: Webinar, May 4th, with the SEPAC in Littleton, MA. This is an overview of the transition planning process for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 on IEPs. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, discussion about transition services begins at age 16, but in Massachusetts it begins when the student turns 14...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 18 - 25). YLF participants build leadership skills and leave better prepared for future employment, higher education, and independent living. ..Read more
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Virtual Open House for Diverse Learners: May 3rd, with Lesley University Threshold Program in Cambridge, MA. Young adults with diverse learning differences and their caregivers and families can learn about opportunities for concentrations and curriculum, independent living skills training, social and psychological ..Read more
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Healthcare Coverage for Adults with Autism: Webinar, May 5th, the Director of the Autism Insurance Resource Center at the UMass. Focusing on health care coverage for adults on the spectrum, this webinar will include information about: Private and Public Insurance Options. Keeping a Dependent on a Parent's Policy, MassHealth...Read more
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Disability Benefits in Massachusetts & Transition Age Youth: Webinar May 5th. Hosted by the Massachusetts' Department of Developmental Disability Services, the Institute for Community Inclusion of Boston, and Work Without Limits at UMass. Open to anyone engaged with transition aged youth. There is a special emphasis on young adult-related programs, work incentives...Read more
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Guardianship & Alternatives for Special-Needs Families: Webinar, May 13th, with Thrive Advocacy of Marlborough, MA. For parents and family members of persons with an intellectual or developmental disability, this seminar provides an overview of the legal consequences of reaching the age of emancipation at 18. Discussion will include a description of the range of decision making...Read more
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Advocates in Motion Lunch & Learn for Parents: Virtual Meeting, May 2nd, with the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. The Advocates in Motion (AIM) program provides an inclusive, interactive events each month for teens and young adults ages 13 to 22. AIM participants...Read more
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Planning for 2 Generations Workshop: Webinar, May 12, with the Autism Alliance of Natick, MA. Many children with a disability must be supported their entire lives, even long after their parents have died. Go beyond the limited boundaries of Wills and Trusts and hear about a road map to address your own family’s Special Needs....Read more
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