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Carve out a little time to enjoy the Inclusive Halloween & Fall events for Massachusetts' families that we are sharing this month. And for Down Syndrome Awareness month, find a local support group or workshop on our Down Syndrome II/ID page.
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October Events Include:
• Let's Get Organized
• Arc of Massachusetts Webinar: Health Equity
• Autism & Special-Needs Resource Fair:
• Halloween & Fall Disability/Non Disability Events
Transition-to-Adult Events Include:
• Pathways to Employment: with the Massachusetts Office on Disability
• College & Career Transition Fair For Students With Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Challenges
• Autism/Aspergers Connections Virtual Conference
Have a safe, spooky and inclusive Halloween! Sharon Marie
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Let's Get Organized: Webinar, October 21st, with the CASE Collaborative of Concord, MA. Free. Do you wish you had a way to keep track of your child’s IEPs, evaluations, progress reports, doctor reports, test results, and more? Hear ways for to organize, and manage paperwork, binder ideas...Read more
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Arc of Massachusetts Webinar: Health Equity: October 25th. Arc of Massachusetts Executive Director Leo Sarkissian will be joined by the Arc's Government Affairs Maura Sullivan. They will discuss Health Equity and The Arc's training program for emergency room personnel...Read more
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Suspension & Discipline in Special Education: Webinar, October 23rd, with the FCSN in Massachusetts. Suspensions & Discipline in Special Education will cover: the school responsibilities for discipline, range of consequences for rule violations, the difference between suspensions, expulsions, and emergency removals, legal protections for students on IEPs including...Read more
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Autism & Special-Needs Resource Fair: Swansea, MA, October 24th, with Community Autism Resources. Families and Autistic individuals can learn about the local businesses and supports locally available, plus find shopping resources that will help families who struggle knowing what to buy their autistic family members...Read more
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Special-Education Compensatory Services During Covid-19: Webinar, October 26th, with Mass Advocates for Children. This workshop will describe the range of compensatory services still available to address: disruptions during the 2019/2020 & 2020/2021 school year, the steps to determine the need for services for individual students, the...Read more
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Parent Participation in the IEP Process: Webinar, October 26th: This Special Needs Advocacy Network of Mass workshop will cover the importance of parent participation in the IEP - laws, regulations, guidance and BSEA cases that touch on parent participation, and how advocates can support parent participation or... Read more
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Rare New England Virtual Conference "Resilience" Online October 23rd . Rare New England's annual "Improving Health Care Experiences in the Rare Disease Community with Information and Support", is for patients and families to obtain information about services and resources available to the rare disease community to help obtain...Read more
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Georgetown SEPAC: Inclusive Trick or Trunk, Oct. 23
Holliston SEPAC: Drive-Thru Jack-o-Lantern Extravaganza, Oct 23
Lakeville: Sensory-Friendly Trunk & Treat, Oct. 22
Lexington: Sensory-Friendly Family Harvest Fest, Oct. 23
Mass Down Syndrome Congress Virtual Halloween Costume Dance for ages 13 – 22, Oct. 29
Natick: Trick-or-Treat for Families with Special Needs
Norfolk SEPAC: Inclusive Trunk or Treat, Oct 29
Pembroke: Autism Eats Halloween Dinner Party: Oct. 27
Providence: "Sensory-Friendly" hours at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, October 26 & 27th.
Old Sturbridge Village: Phantoms & Fire Outdoor Exploration: Venue not fully wheelchair friendly.
Westwood: Halloween for Families w/ Autism: Oct. 24
WORK Inc. Halloween Drive Thru for DDS families in Greater Boston, Oct. 29
Find these and more on our Recreation Page - Left Column
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Swim Lessons for Special Needs: Dorchester: Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester, Fall 2021. One-to-One swim lessons for children with special needs. Swim instruction for children with unique abilities. Children will gain confidence, build relationships and improve swim skills. Swim...Read more
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Music Lessons Interest Series for Adults with ASD: Online, October 19 - December 21st. Free. The Berklee Institute for Arts Education and Special Needs in Boston offers group lessons to adults on the autism spectrum with traditional instrument options: Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, or Trumpet. Virtual or digital instruments also available from...Read more
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Adaptive Aquatics in Springfield: Fall 2021, with the JCC Springfield. For all ages with special needs. The instructors teach water safety skills in a safe environment. Entry to the pool includes stairs, ladder, and handicap lift access. Specially designed family changing rooms accommodate...Read more
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Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages: Somerville, October 24th, with Adaptive Climbing Group Mass. Everyone is encouraged to come climb - accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the climbing wall. ACG volunteers will help guide...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Virtual Open House for Diverse Learners:, October 23rd, with Lesley University Threshold Program in Cambridge, MA. Young adults with diverse learning differences and their caregivers and families can hear from faculty and alumni. Learn about: Concentrations and Curriculum, Independent Living Skills Training, Social and...Read more
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Autism/Aspergers Connections Virtual Conference: October 22nd & 23rd, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. For adults on the Autism Spectrum, parents, and professionals. It will include:
· breakout sessions / workshops options.
· Information tables highlighting local community resources and programs, and Opportunities to network...Read more
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Talking With Self-Advocates About Getting Involved In Your Community: Webinar, October 23rd. Youth Consultants from the FCSN in Massachusetts will lead a group discussion for transition-aged students and young adults with disabilities about how to become involved in their communities. They will share personal experiences and answer questions about pursuing interests, finding social groups, job...Read more
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LevelUP to Equality: Pathways to Employment: Webinar, October 27, with the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD). This webinar will highlight Apprenticeships as a unique path to employment for individuals with disabilities. The Division of Apprentice Standards will explore expansion industry apprenticeships in the Commonwealth. Hear the experience of an individual with a disability who...Read more
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Transition Training with UMass Lowell: Webinar, November 3, with UMass Lowell's Center for Autism Research and Education. This workshop will address the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 training. Hear about: The transition special education services needed to prepare youth for employment, independent living, and further education. Plus compensatory services during COVID-19 to address transition needs, how to ensure districts fully...Read more
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Arc of Massachusetts Disability Transition Conference: Virtual event, November 4 - 18th. For families of teens and adults with special needs ages 13-26. This conference webinar series will demonstrate how the LifeCourse Frameworks and Tools can help you create seamless, successful transitions into the adult world for your loved ones. Topics include: Meaningful Day and Employment, Safety and Security, Community Living, Social...Read more
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There's just not enough room! Find lots more events and recreation on our category tabs on our website. Below are our pages dedicated to specific disability challenges and needs. Something for everyone!
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