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Jan 1
-May 16

Kodi Lee Gives Back Family Support Grant

Deadline to Apply is May 13th, 2026. For autistic self-advocates over the age of 13 living in the United States. The Flutie Foundation can provide grants to autism self-advocates 15 years of age and older...

Mar 14
-May 17

American Sign Language Classes for Youth: Beverly

Beverly, MA, March – May, 2026, with theThe Children’s Center for Communication. For ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 15. There are a variety of ability levels available to choose from.ASL 101 – This...

Mar 25
-Jun 25

Special Education Forum for Parents & Caregivers

Virtual Events, the last Wednesday of each month, through June 25th, 2026, with .Autism Connections of Western Massachusetts. The Special Education Forum is an opportunity for parents and caregivers of students on IEPs to share...

Apr 4
-Aug 16

Youth Wheelchair Track: West Roxbury

West Roxbury, MA, April 4th – 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...

Apr 26

Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages

Somerville, MA, April 26, 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...

May 2

Visual Impairment “Early Connections” Conference

Watertown, MA, May 2rd, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind.  Learn, connect, and ask questions for your child, student and family in a supportive environment made up of experts and families like yours—with young...

May 4
-May 6

Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium 2026

Marlborough, MA, in person on May 4th, Virtual Session, May 5th, 2026. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,...

May 5

Supporting Families of Little Ones with Disabilities

Webinar, May 5th, 2026, with Children’s Trust of Boston. When young children are identified as having developmental delays or disabilities, families are often overwhelmed. They may struggle to connect with early intervention services, understand the...

May 5

City of Boston Disability Community Forum

Suffolk University Law School, Boston MA, or virtually on Zoom, May 5th, 2026. The Mayor’s Commission for People with Disabilities invites the public to the annual City of Boston Disability Community Forum. * Please register...

May 7

Innovative Housing Solutions for Life After High School

Watertown, MA, May 7th, 2026, 8:30 a.m., with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind. A special half-day, in-person transition event focused on planning for life after high school. A meaningful morning of...

May 12
-May 13

Vision Impairment & Blindness Support Group for Caregivers

Virtual Group, May 12th & 13th, 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...

May 13

Living Well with Vision Loss: Sleep, Health & Balance

Virtual Event, May 13, 2026, with The Carroll Center for the Blind in Newton, MA.  This free, three-part virtual wellness series explores how sleep, physical health, and emotional well-being shape daily life for people with...

May 14

“REV UP MA” Webinar

Virtual Event, May 14th, 2026, with the Disability Law Center, Inc.  During this year’s webinar, the DLC will focus on the rights of voters with disabilities, including who has the right to vote; voter registration...

May 16

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, May 16, 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...

May 19

Transition Talks: Empowering Fathers

Webinar, May 19th, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind’s “Transition Talks” series. Fathers are often underrepresented in conversations about supporting youth with disabilities especially during the critical transition to adulthood. This webinar aims to change...

May 21
-Jun 25

Adult/Junior Wheelchair and Para Standing Tennis

Central Falls, RH, May 21 – June 25, 2026, with the Southcoast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation. Hanover, MA. Free. Sessions are geared towards Adults and Teens. Wheelchair tennis is for people with a permanent, mobility-related physical...

May 26

Red Sox Disability Pride Day

Boston, May 26th, 2026. The annual Disability Pride Celebration at Fenway Park will be held on Tuesday, May 26th for the Red Sox versus Atlanta Braves Games. Ticket holders who purchase through this special offer...

May 29

Springtime Sensory Trail Events at Wachusett Reservoir

May 29th, 2026. Mass Central Rail Trail-Sterling Spur, 25 Gates Road, Sterling, MA.  Join DCR for accessible Springtime Sensory Trail Events at Wachusett Reservoir Watershed. Free and open to all abilities and ages. * Strollers...

Jun 6

World Deaf Expo in Hartford

Hartford, CT, June 6th, 2026, 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. Welcome to public,...

Jun 13

All Aboard Accessible & Adaptive Cycling for Everyone

Natick, MA, June 13th, 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...

Jun 27

Best Buddies Day with the Worcester Woo Sox

Worcester, MA, June 27th, 2026. Join Best Buddies at 4:05 PM on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for Best Buddies Day. Get to the ballpark early to catch pregame ceremonies highlighting Best Buddies. And don’t forget...

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 19
-Jul 21

Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment Family Conference

Boston, MA, July 19th – 21st, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. The 2026 CVI Conference dedicated to the leading cause of childhood blindness. Explore assessment tools, the latest research, and...

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 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 18

“Focus” on Vision Impairment & Blindness Conference

Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 18th, 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...