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Find plenty of sensory/ inclusive summer venues in Massachusetts while planning Fall 2025. Workshops cover school anxiety and avoidance, and there are conferences for Autism, Epilepsy and Inclusive Employment. Events Include:
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• Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention
• Back-to-School Anxiety Workshop
• Autism Acceptance Conference w/Boston Med Center
• New England Epilepsy Convention
• My Kid Won't Go to School - What Now?
• Sensory Museum & Shark Conservancy Events
• Beyond Guardianship: Legal & Financial Planning
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• "Employment Matters" Conference
We are not ready to wrap up summer yet! Sharon Marie
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IEP 101 & Beyond: Webinar, August 19th, with the Justice Resource Institute in Needham. Part of the JRI's Family Advisory Council Caregiver Connection Series. August 19th Topic: What no one tells you about how to plan for an IEP meeting – Share stories and tips for how to be prepared to advocate for your child before and during an IEP
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Disability Resource Fair in Somerset: North Elementary School Gym, Somerset, August 20th, 4 pm. The Somerset /Berkely resource fair is a one stop opportunity to learn about resources available within your own community. Find ABA therapies, speech and occupational therapy, counseling, early intervention agencies, childcare, adaptive swimming lessons, social skills groups and much....Read more
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Disability Resources Fair & Basketball Clinic: Fitchburg, August 23rd. Free and open to the public. Join LUK Youth Development for food, music, activities, and community. For all ages and abilities. Registration for the Basketball Clinic opens August 1st, and is for youth in grades 5 - 8. Community Resource Fair: Check out Physical health resources, Back to school resources...Read more
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My Kid Won't Go to School - What Now? Webinar, August 26th, with PPal of Massachusetts. PPAL's Statewide meetings are meant only for family members raising children with mental health needs, as well as family partners. Are you one of the many families struggling with a child who doesn’t want to go to school? Or maybe they go but don’t stay?..Read more
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New England Epilepsy Convention Cambridge, September 4th - 6th. The New England Epilepsy Convention will consist of education, a resources expo and exhibitors, community building, educational tracks and 60+ sessions and speakers. Educational tracks include: General Epilepsy Education, Keto and Dietary Therapies, Pediatric Epilepsy, Thriving with Epilepsy and Mental Wellness, Rare/Complex...Read more
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Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention: Weston, September 6th. Calmer Con is for all ages and is specifically designed for those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while providing an authentic comics and pop culture convention experience. There are artists, vendors, cosplayers, and activities like Jedi and Superhero Training, Pokemon Club, video game tournaments, Cosplay Crafting, Table-top...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Sensory Event: Chatham: August 17, 20, 24, 27. 31. A dedicated time for families with disabilities offering accommodations that increase access to exhibits in an ADA-compliant environment. A medical diagnosis is not required. During this time the museum limits the number of visitors, and offers lower lighting. video volumes, quiet space for individuals who...Read more
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Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day with the Red Sox: Boston, August 17th. Join in with SCIboston to see the Red Sox vs. Miami Marlins game for Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day at Fenway Park. ADA seating is limited. All Attendees receive this year's official event hat. SCIboston is comprised of individuals affected by a spinal cord injury or...Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Mornings at Revolutionary Spaces: Boston, August 22nd. Free for all visitors ages 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces' Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours for visitors of all ages who benefit from a quieter, more supportive museum experience. With adjustments to lighting and sound, limited attendance, and hands-on activities, these...Read more
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Easterseals MA Recreational Swim: Worcester, Summer 2025. Free. Adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence in the water. Age breakouts: 5-12 , 13+ and adults. This program does not provide lessons...Read more
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Inclusive Team Sports
* Haverhill Buddy Ball for Youth 5-21
* Ipswich/Cape Ann Inclusive TOPSoccer
* Medford - Hoops Without Limits: Medford
* Pembroke Unified Sports Flag Footbal
* Somerville TOPSoccer
* Wellesley TOPSoccer
* Wilmington: Beyond Tops Inclusive Soccer
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Special Olympics info on this page
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Adaptive Canoeing, Kayaking and Rowing.
Throughout early fall, adaptive and acccessible boating can be found across Massachusetts.
Canoing: Goshen
Kayaking: Boston, Cambridge, Clarksburg, Hopkinton, Worcester
Rowing Holyoke
Sailing: Boston......Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Disability Transition Planning & Post Secondary Options: Webinar, August 27th, with PPal of Massachusetts. PPAL's workshop series "Moving to Young Adult Life: A Guide for Parents Transition Planning and Post Secondary Options" are meant for parents/caregivers/family members andy partners of children with behavioral health needs. Learn about: Supports...Read more
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Disability Housing Workshop: Boston and Webinar option, August 27th, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Learn more about: Types of housing available in the Boston area, navigating subsidized and affordable housing, conducting a housing search, communicating with housing authorities, agencies, and landlords, completing applications for state voucher programs, how to request reasonable accommodations for your disability....Read more
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High School Graduation & Special Education Transition Services After MCAS: Webinar, September 5th, with SPAN of Massachusetts: Students in Massachusetts are no longer required to pass MCAS to graduate and receive a high school diploma. Parents, special education advocates and attorneys know from experience during the pandemic that removing MCAS as a graduation requirement places many students with disabilities at risk of losing eligibility for valuable years of Transition services. Attorney Matthew Engel...Read more
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Young Adult Leaders Fellowship for Those with Disabilities: With Mass Advocates for Children - Deadline to Apply is September 15th, 2025. For young adults 18 to 26 years old with an intellectual disability and/or autism. All applicants are welcome to apply and will be considered based on their qualifications for the role. This is a one-year, part-time position for 16 hours a week. The Fellow will learn from MAC staff How to advocate for individual students, Read more...
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"Employment Matters" Conference in Worcester: October 9th, with the Massachusetts Association of People Supporting Employment First. Partners in Progress Conference 2025. Find over 150 professionals and advocates Keynote Speaker: Andy Arias serves as the Component Manager for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental...Read more
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There's just not enough room! The buttons below will take you directly to pages dedicated to lot more disability events for specific diagnoses.
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