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Jul 5
-Oct 31

Para Rowing Intake – New Participants Only

Brighton, through October 31st, 2026. With Community Rowing in Brighton. There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of physical...

Aug 18

Upcoming Changes to MassHealth

Webinars, August 2026, with HealthCare for All in Boston. In July 2025, Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3), which included the largest eligibility and funding cuts to Medicaid (MassHealth here in Massachusetts....

Aug 23

Adaptive Climbing for Ages 5 – 17

Somerville, MA, August 31st, Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts (ACG) is hosting a youth adaptive climbing clinic is for children ages 5 – 17. Youth are encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with...

Aug 26

Caring for the Caregiver

Southbridge, MA, August 26, 2026, with Seven Hills South Valley Family Support Center. Free. 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm English and Spanish speaking caregivers welcome. Take a well-deserved break and join a special evening created...

Aug 26

Overview of Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line Training

Webinar, August 26th, 2026, with the Bridgewell Center of Peabody, MA. Presented by Gail Cavanaugh-McAuliffe The Behavioral Health Help Line is a service of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, operated by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership...

Aug 28
-Aug 30

Level 4 Wheelchair Tennis Compeition: Hanover

Hanover, MA, August 28th – 30th, 2026. As part of the South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation 10th Anniversary celebration, they are hosting the Level 4 South Coast Wheelchair Tennis tournament. Mark your calendars for a...

Aug 28

Special Needs Family Day at the Cummington Fair / Western MA

Cummington, MA, August 28, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Cummington Fairgrounds – 97 Fairgrounds Rd, Cummington, MA. 3:00–5:00 PM. Join Families Like Ours for a private, sensory-friendly afternoon at the fair.* This special time is...

Aug 29

Accessible Adventures: A Fun Day at Deer Island

August 29th, 2026, 12 – 3 p.m., with the Winthrop Commission on Disabilities, MWRA, Mass Advocates Standing Strong, Access 2 Community and Friendship, WINARC, and Division of Marine Fisheries. Free. Join in on going to...

Aug 31

Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages

Somerville, MA, August 31, 2026. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the...

Sep 5

“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum

Boston, MA, September 5th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “ALL MASKS ON” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only...

Sep 8
-Sep 9

Transition to Adult Disability Info

Virtual Group, September 8th & 9th, 2026, with the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS).  A monthly virtual Caregiver Support Group for anyone working with...

Sep 12

Deaf Culture Festival: Beverly

Beverly, MA, September 12, 2026, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.. Hosted by The Children’s Center For Communication / Beverly School For The Deaf.  Join a vibrant Deaf Culture Festival celebrating language, identity, and community* Families...

Sep 13

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day with the Red Sox

Fenway Park, Boston, September 13th, 2026, with SCIboston. Join in with SCIboston in raising awareness for spinal cord injury at the Red Sox vs. Royals game for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day at Fenway Park.*ADA...

Sep 15

Family Town Hall on Camera Policies in Group Homes

Webinar, September 15, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is currently developing policies regarding the use of cameras in the common areas of group homes. To ensure these policies...

Sep 16

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day At the State House

Massachusetts State House, Boston, September 16, 2026, with SCIboston. Join in with SCIboston in raising awareness for spinal cord injury. Featuring:– a Spotlight on the Thomas P. Kennedy SCI Trust Fund— Which has awarded $6M+...

Sep 16

Wellness Symposium for Support Professionals

Polar Park in Worcester, MA, September 16, 2026, with THRIVE of Worcester. Designed for executives, senior leaders, managers, clinicians, HR professionals, and direct service leaders, this symposium will bring together professionals from across our region...

Sep 19

Community Access Day: Wheelchair Skills & Community Connections

Boston, MA, September 19th, 2026, 12 – 3 p..m., with Spaulding Rehabilitation. A comprehensive event tailored to wheelchair users of all abilities and their care partners. This interactive experience will offer:• Resources to enhance community...

Sep 23

Massachusetts Independent Living Conference

Marlborough, MA, September 23, 2026. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council MASILC Conference is an opportunity learn about the latest available Independent Living services, and to strategize better ways to achieve common goals. * Registration for the conference...

Sep 26

Disability Resource Fair: Swampscott

Swampscott, MA, September 26, 2026, 2 – 4 p.m. With the Swampscott Commission on Disability. Free and open to the public. Open to all ages and all disabilities. * Open to all surrounding cities, towns and communities.*...

Sep 26

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, September 26th, 2026, with the The Town of Natick. The Town of Natick presents All Aboard, an accessible and adaptive cycling program. Anyone that has a mobility limitation and wants to experience cycling...

Sep 27

Deaf Awareness Day at King Richards’ Faire

Carver, MA September 27, 2026. All day: ASL Interpreters – Join the New England Finger Spellers throughout the realm as they celebrate Deaf Awareness Month on 9/27/26. * These ASL interpreters will be joining the...

Sep 29

Navigating the Transition Together: Exploring DDS Adult Services

Webinar, September 29th, 2026 with the Northeast Arc of Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. This presentation will help begin building the bridge between school-based services and adult DDS services and provides essential information for families...

Sep 30

Cape Cod Curling Club Wheelchair Bonspiel

Falmouth MA. Registration closes on September 30th for the November 13th – 15th event. With the Cape Cod Curling Club. The Cape Cod Curling Club dedicated to education and development of curling or all ages,...

Oct 1

Create a Better Day Through Meaningful Engagement

Webinar, October 1st, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...

Oct 6

“Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference

Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 6th, 2026, with Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). “Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference  – Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Intellectual...

Oct 17

Rare New England Conference 2026

Attleboro, MA, October 17, 2026. Rare New England will host Advancing Rare Together: Education, Empowerment and Connections. and is for patients and families. RNE invites you to be part of an engaging and impactful conference...

Oct 17

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, October 17th, 2026, with the The Town of Natick. The Town of Natick presents All Aboard, an accessible and adaptive cycling program. Anyone that has a mobility limitation and wants to experience cycling...

Oct 26

Deaf Mental Health Symposium: Worcester

Worcester, MA, October 26, 2026, with the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital. This year’s symposium will focus on DBT in Deaf Mental Health, exploring culturally and linguistically responsive approaches to providing evidence-based behavioral health services...

Oct 27

Massachusetts Fatherhood Leadership Summit

Worcester, MA, October 27th, 2026, with The Massachusetts Fatherhood Leadership Collaborative. This one-day conference brings together professionals across Massachusetts who are committed to father engagement by providing workshops, networking opportunities, and exhibitors / resources from across...

Nov 3

Caring for the Caregiver: Strategies for Your Own Well-Being

Webinar, November 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...

Nov 7

Massachusetts State Association for the Deaf General Meeting

Location TBA, November 7th, 2026, with the Massachusetts State Association for the Deaf. Free.  * This event welcomes individuals of all backgrounds who share a passion for promoting Deaf rights, raising awareness about Deaf culture,...

Jun 26

Connecticut Deaf Expo

Stamford, CT, June 26th, 2027, with New England Deaf. Free. The New England Deaf region comprising six states of the northeastern United States: Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. * They share...