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 England.
*They will provide information for individuals and families – from early childhood through adulthood.
* There will also be a resouce fair.
Friday night – Socializing with Peers (Activities for Adults & Children)
Saturday – Full day of scheduled sessions and workshops
On-site Daycare/Kid’s Club for children
Vendors on site
Includes Breakfast & Lunch
Trunk or Treat for children in the afternoon
Keynote Speaker – Donna Cruz Jones: Donna Cruz Jones was born with Spina Bifida in the U.S. territory of Guam. She served two terms on the Spina Bifida Association National Board, and served multiple terms on the advocacy board for Duke Children’s Hospital in Durham, NC. Donna has worked as a staffer on Capitol Hill twice, worked for multiple political campaigns on the state and national level. She also served as the Americans with Disabilities for McCain Coalition Coordinator and was a Staff Assistant for Veterans for McCain Coalition. Advocating for herself and those in the disability community is of the utmost importance, and she enjoys
AM workshops:
• Educational Advocacy & IEPS
• Neurological Treatment & Care
PM workshop:
• Wound Care & Prevention
• Weight Management & GLP-1s
• Advancements in Urological Techniques
• Panel – Across the Lifespan
