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Ask The Advocates! Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins
Virtual, with the Arc of Bristol County, the first Wednesday of each month. Ask The Advocates!Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins. Do you have questions about the special education process? Wondering how to request evaluations from your student’s...
Grupo de Apoyo Familia
Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2027, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos...
Navigating Transition Workshop Series
Online Series, the first Tuesday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Join the FCSN on the first Tuesday of each month from 6-7 to hear from experts on...
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...
Guardianship & Alternatives for Disability Planning
Webinar, October 13, 2026, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Training Series. Families supporting a loved one with a disability or diminished capacity are often faced...
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...
Transition from School to Adult Life: Using the IEP + to Create Success
Webinar, October 15, 2026, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. This workshop will address the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 and will focus on the transition services districts should provide...
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...
Voter Education For Youth with Disabilities Ages 14 – 21
Boston, MA, October 19, 2026, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. Voter Education Workshop. Eligibility: Transition age youth (14-21) with a documented disability, in high school or a post-secondary program living in the Greater...
Family Leadership Series for Central Massachusetts Families
Leominster and Southbridge, MA. Deadline to Apply for 2026/27 TBA. Are you a parent or caregiver of a family member with a disability who wants to build leadership skills, connect with other families, and create...
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...
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...
Berkshire County Special Needs Community Conference
Pittsfield, MA, October 21st, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Whether you’re a parent, educator, healthcare provider, employer, neighbor, friend, or simply someone who wants to learn more, this conference may be for you. Have you...
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...
Transition Conference: The Disability Transition Journey
Framingham, MA, October 24th, 2026. The Arc of Massachusetts 2026 Transition Conference theme is Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. This full‑day conference is designed for families of children with intellectual and...
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...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, October 27, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. October topic – meet members of FCSN’s Youth Advisory Board. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the...
Practical Strategies for Home, Community & Transitions
Webinar, October 27, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. Join an informative presentation on how changes made before a difficult moment can often make a big difference. In this interactive one-hour virtual workshop, explore practical...
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...
Strengthening Partnerships in Action Workshop Series
Webinar Series, October 27 – December 3, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Want a taste of the Strengthening Partnerships framework before committing to the full Train the Trainer? The...
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...
Special Needs Trusts
Webinar, November 3, 2026, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Training Series.Thoughtful special needs planning can help provide long-term financial security while preserving access to essential...
Helping People Make Decisions: Guardianship and Alternatives
Webinar, November 4, 2026, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Part of the Charles River Center’s Family Training Series. Presented by Annette M. Hines, Esq., Special Needs Law Group. Participants will learn key...
“Tiny Signs” Baby Sign Language Workshop
Webinar, November 7, 2026, with Boston Children’s Hospital. Free. Join the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program’s Sign Language Workshop. * Geared toward families with infants and toddlers.* Spanish interpretation will be provided. Se ofrecerá...
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Educators Forum
Worcester, MA, November 10, 2026, with the Massachusetts’ Down Syndrome Congress. The Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress 2026 Educators Forum, Empowering Every Learner: Strategies for Success at School and Beyondr, will host general and special educators,...
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....
Finding a Provider: Practical Tips for Families
Webinar, November 17, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. The Alliance welcomes Terri Farrell, Senior Project Director with the Insurance Resource Center for Autism and Behavioral Health and Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry, for...
Sensory Processing: Beginning Strategies for Parents (Part 2)
Virtual, November 18, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Sensory Processing: Beginning Strategies for Parents Part 1. Why does my child cover their ears? Why do they hate certain clothes? Why are they constantly moving, jumping,...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, November 24, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. November topic – meet Dr. Lusa Lo, professor of special education, UMass Boston.* FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in...
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...
Family Leadership Series for Northeastern Massachusetts Families
Wakefield, MA, Deadline to Apply for 2027 TBA. Are you a parent or caregiver of a family member with a disability who wants to build leadership skills, connect with other families, and create positive change?...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, January 26, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. January topic – meet Laurie VanderPloeg, Associate Director, Council for Exceptional Children* FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership...
New England Epilepsy Convention
Cambridge, MA, February 5th – 7th, 2027, with Epilepsy Foundation New England. This annual patient and caregiver conference will span the course of three full days including educational seminars, partners and resources in an expo...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, February 23, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. February topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...
Miss Amazing Event for Girls, Teens & Women with Disabilities
Medfield, MA, March 13, 2027. Massachusetts Miss Amazing – Celebrating The AbilitiesOf Girls And Women With Disabilities. Miss Amazing is a national 501C3 non-profit organization dedicated to breaking the stigma around girls and women with both...
“Visions of Community” Virtual Disability Conference
Virtual Conference, March 13th, 2027, with The Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Visions of Community brings together parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals for a day of learning and connection. The 2026 virtual...
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress 2026 Conference
Location TBA in 2027, March 20, 2027. Celebrate MDSC’s Annual Conference. This event brings together self-advocates with Down syndrome, parents and caretakers, grandparents and siblings, health care professionals, educators and others — to hear the...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, March 30, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. March topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, April 27, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. April topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...
Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium 2027
Marlborough, MA, in person on May 3th, Virtual Session, May 4th, 2026. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers,...
Let’s Talk Inclusion: Monthly Virtual Series
Virtual, May 25, 2027, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. May topic – TBA. FCSN’s Let’s Talk Inclusion series is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...
