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...
DCR Universal Access Program /Vision Impairment & Blindness Support Group for Caregivers
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...
Networking for Massachusetts’ SESPs, PCTI Graduates & SEPAC Chairpersons
Webinars, the 2nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. For SESPs, PCTI Graduates, & SEPAC Leaders – Join the Conversation. Second Thursday of Every Month | 12-1 PM...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, September 10th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is designed for people who want to advocate for increased access in their community and those who...
Sensory & Inclusive Veronica Robles Mariachi Band Event
Boston, MA, September 12th, 2026, with the JFK Library. Part of the JFK Library’s Celebrate! series. Especially appropriate with children ages 5 and up, as well as people of all ages. This is an inclusive...
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...
Signs, Stories & Animals: An Inclusive ASL Ranch Experience
Sheffield, MA, September 13, 2026. This event welcomes Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing children, families and guests. Join Willie Ross School for the Deaf at Le Petit Ranch on Sunday, September 13, from 2:00–4:00 PM for...
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...
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...
Transition to Adult: Mindfulness and Self-Regulation: Incorporating Sensory Considerations and Dysregulation Related to Sensory Challenges.
Virtual Group, September 15th & 16th, 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...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Northeast Arc (Danvers), September 15, 2026 12pm-2pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or autism,...
Financial Wellness Series #1- Will and Trust Overview
Webinar, September 15, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families with individuals with special needs.* All presentations will be presented...
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+...
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...
Disability & Community Resource Fair
Salem, MA, September 16th, 2026, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the Disability Resource Center & the Salem Council on Aging. A fun and interactive day where attendees can: Connect with community organizationsMeet with local...
After I’m Gone: Taking a Walk through the Future Planning Guide
Webinar, September 17, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. This session will summarize the entire Future Planning Guide planning tool and delve deeper into one of the sections. It will include time for questions. It...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Waystone’s Inclusion Center (Lawrence)- September 17, 2026, 1:30 – 3 pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental...
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...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Bridgewell (Peabody) – September 21, 2026, 12 – 2 pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities...
“Path to Healing” Peer Group led by Sexual Assault Survivors with Disabilities
The Fourth Tuesday of Each Month, with the Massachusetts Disabled Persons Protection Commission. An independent state agency, the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) protects adults with disabilities ages 18 through 59 from abuse or neglect...
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...
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...
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.*...
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...
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...
After I’m Gone: Establishing a Semi-Independent Living Situation Question + Answer Clinic
Webinar, September 29, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. After I’m Gone: Establishing a Semi-Independent Living Situation with Mike Ripp: Question + Answer Clinic * In July, Brian Clark of Lifeworks and Mike Ripp presented...
Financial Wellness Series #2- Funding Wills And Trusts
Webinar, September 29, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families with individuals with special needs.* All presentations will be presented...
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,...
Promising Practices for Deaf Services – with the Department of Developmental Services
Marlborough, MA, September 30th, 2026. Free Conference. The Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services presents Promising Practices for Deaf Services 2026CONFERENCE SCHEDULE8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Registration & Continental BreakfastDeaf World/Silent Simulation Experience 9:30 AM –...
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...
“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...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Communitas (Wakefield) – October 6, 2026 12pm-2pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or autism,...
National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration
Boston, MA, with Virtual Option, October 7, 2026. Join the Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities for their 2026 National Disability Employment Awareness Month Celebration. This event brings together individuals with...
Ensuring the Future of Direct Care Supports for People with Disabilities: Combating the Workforce Crisis
Webinar, October 7, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a virtual, three-part series in October to address the escalating crisis...
After I’m Gone: Health and Advanced Care Planning
Webinar, October 13, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. This session will cover: What is advanced care planning? Educating healthcare professionals so they “know” your loved one. * “Having the conversation” regarding preferences and determining...
Financial Wellness Series #3- Understanding Able Accounts
Webinar, October 13, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families with individuals with special needs.* All presentations will be presented...
Ensuring the Future of Direct Care Supports for People with Disabilities: Combating the Workforce Crisis
Webinar, October 14, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a virtual, three-part series in October to address the escalating crisis...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Edinburg Center (Bedford) – October 15 4:30pm-6pm 2026. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or...
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...
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...
Voting Rights Events with the Mass Department of Developmental Services
Seven Hills (Chelmsford) – October 20, 5:30pm-7:30, 2026. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region invite individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and/or...
Massachusetts Independent Living Council Listening Session / Charla Educativa
Virtual Event, October 21, 2026. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council members are appointed by the Governor of Massachusetts. Members include persons who are knowledgeable about centers for independent living and the services they provide. The Council...
Ensuring the Future of Direct Care Supports for People with Disabilities: Combating the Workforce Crisis
Webinar, October 21, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a virtual, three-part series in October to address the escalating crisis...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Massachusetts Association For the Education of Young Children Conference
Holyoke, MA, October 24th, 2026. 2026 Theme – The Joy in the Journey: Recharging Our Passion for Play and Nurturing Self-Care. The Massachusetts Association is partnering with their colleagues at the Western Massachusetts Professional Development...
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...
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...
Trunk or Treat Event at the Spina Bifida Associaton of Greater New England Conference
Warwick, RI, October 31, 2026, 4 p.m., at the The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England annual conference. Bring your best costumes, your most clever tricks, and get ready for some extra festive fun...
Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England Educational Conference
Warwick, RI, October 31st, 2026. The SBAGNE “Across the Lifespan” is now open. This year’s conference will cover various related topics, featuring professionals and guest speakers in the disability and medical community from across New...
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...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s “Advanced” Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 5th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is designed for people who want to advocate for increased access in their community and those who...
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,...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 12th & 19th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
New England Prader Willi Conference
Waltham, MA, November 14th, 2026. Join to connect, learn, and support each other’s journeys at the Supporting Every Step PWSANE 2026 conference. The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of New England is a chapter 501(c) (3) organization....
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, November 12th & 19th, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Adult Healthcare: Integrating Medical Guidelines and Psychosocial Well-Being
Webinar, December 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...
Especially for Me Evening for Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind Families
Acton, MA, December 12th, 2026, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. A special free evening for adults and children who are blind, DeafBlind, or have a visual impairment. Enjoy theaccessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery...
Assistive Technology Conference of New England
Warwick, RI, March 19, 2027. Hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island. The Assistive Technology Conference of New England, hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island, is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities through...
Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts Annual Conference
Marlborough, MA, March 24th & 25th, 2027. BIA-MA is now accepting proposals for workshops for the 45th Annual Brain Injury Conference. This conference will take place at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade...
“Work Without Limits” Career Fair for People with Disabilities
Virtual Event, April 28th, 2027, with Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School. The Work Without Limits Virtual Career Fair For Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers. Job Candidates...
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...
