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Jun 29
-Aug 10

Inclusive Sailing Programs for Those with Disabilities

East Boston, Summer 2026 classes, June 29th – August 10th, 2026, with Piers Park Sailing. Classes accommodate youth with disabilities age 6-22 who can enroll at a discounted rate in the Harbor Explorers, Science of...

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...

Jul 6
-Aug 14

Athlete & Caregiver Inclusive Fitness: Burlington

Burlington, MA, July 6th – August 14th, 2026, with the Burlington Recreation Department. For Ages 12+ with a disability and their caregiver. The Caregiver & Me small group classes are designed so that the neurodivergent...

Jul 11
-Aug 16

Youth Wheelchair Track: West Roxbury

West Roxbury, MA, through August 15th, 2026, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s track program is held on a weekly basis with experienced coaches who can aid athletes in improving their racing...

Jul 23

Disability Healthcare Rights Virtual Forum

July 23rd, 2026, with Disability Advocates Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR). Disability Advocates is hosting the Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR) virtual forum on changes and threats to Medicaid-funded home and community-based services (HCBS) in...

Jul 24

Wheelchair Wash Event in Boston

July 24th, 2026, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.,  hosted by REequipment of Woburn, MA. Come get your wheelchair washed and celebrate Disability Pride with REquipment. All wheelchairs are welcome (manual and powered). Assistance with transferring...

Jul 29

Americans With Disabilities Act Celebration on Cape Cod

Cummaquid, MA, July 29th, 2026, 4 – 7 p.m., with the Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers and Mass Audubon. ADA Day Celebration – Celebrating 36-years with the Americans with...

Aug 1

“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum

Boston, MA, August 1, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “Masks Optional” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only a...

Aug 1

“BeachAbility” Day in East Boston

East Boston, MA, August 1st, 2026, with Triangle Inc. of Malden. Celebrate summer in Boston at the beach with Beach:Accessibility Day. * This family-friendly event is accessible, free, and open to the public. * Pack...

Aug 2

Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages

Somerville, MA, August 2nd, 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...

Aug 3

Proactive Wellness: Navigating Aging & Health in Down Syndrome

Webinar, August 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...

Aug 6

Wellness Practices for Children and Youth with Disabilities

Webinar, August 5th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Connecting Families invites the whole family to an interactive evening with Giselle Shardlow, who will share an array of wellness activities...

Aug 7

Sensory Friendly Celebrate Burlington

Burlington, MA, August 7th, 2026, 6 – 8 p.m., on the Town Common, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Burlington residents only. Spots are extremely limited. For ALL AGES with a disability and their caregiver. The...

Aug 9

Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages

Somerville, MA, August 9th, 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...

Aug 12

Plymouth Family Resource Center Fair

Plymouth, MA, August 12, 2026. The Plymouth Family Resource Center provides community-based, multi-cultural, support groups, parenting programs, assessment services, information and referral resources, and education for families whose children range in age from birth to...

Aug 14

Train the Trainer for Human Guide & Vision Loss Sensitivity

Holyoke MA & Virtual Group, Applications Due by August 14th, 2026 for August/September program. With the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). * Train the...

Aug 16

Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages

Somerville, MA, August 16th, 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...

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

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 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 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 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...

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

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 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...

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...