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Young Adult Leaders Fellowship for Those with Disabilities
With Massachusetts Advocates for Children – Deadline to Apply is November 15th, 2026. Massachusetts Advocates for Children (MAC) invites young adults 18 to 26 years old with an intellectual disability and/or autism to apply for MAC’s...
Special Olympics Basketball for Ages 18+: Worcester
Worcester, MA, September 13 – November 22, 2026. Basketball skills program held at Holy Cross in Worcester on Sunday mornings from 11 am to 12 pm on the following dates: 9/13, 10/4, 10/25, 11/8 and...
Adaptive – Youth Group Dance Ages 12 – 17: Hopkinton
Hopkinton, MA, Fall, 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. For ages 12- 17, with but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, IDD, LDs. Dance in an inclusive and supportive environment designed for...
Adaptive Arts Class for Ages 15+: Hopkinton
Hopkinton, MA, Fall, 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. A creative and inclusive art class designed for individuals of all abilities. This class provides a supportive environment where participants can explore various art...
Support Group for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Webinar, September – November, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. This 8-meeting support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this group, members can build an...
Support Group for Parents of Gender Diverse Adults & Teens 14 with Autism Spectrum
Online, October – December 2026, with the Associaton for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. . This support group is designed for parents/family members of Autistic adults and teens with who are transgender or who...
Transition to Adulthood Disability Trainings
Webinars, the first Thursday of each month, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Join Diomaris Nieves-Lopez and Jayleene Noyes, Transition Coordinators from the North Shore Area Office of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS),...
Inclusive Soccer Ages 16+: Concord
Concord, October 6th – December 15th, 2025, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Learn basic soccer skills. Shoot, pass, dribble, and have fun. Learn basic soccer skills in an allinclusive, supportive...
Autism Connections Online Forums for Autistic Adults in Western Mass
Online, the first Monday of each month, with Autism Connections, a Pathlight program of ServiceNet of Western Massachusetts. Body Doubling/ Co-Working Power Hour Session for Autistic adults 18+. * Body-doubling is the practice of working...
Tween/Teen Inclusive Social Groups for Ages 12 -18- Springfield
Springfield, MA, through November 7, 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. For ages: 11-19 years. This program provides recreational and enrichment programs for middle and high school students with different abilities.*...
Inclusive Yoga for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, October – December, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Stretch, move, and have fun! Enjoy yoga in a supportive, allinclusive environment. Build flexibility, improve balance, reduce stress, and...
Social Networking for Adolescents & Young adults on the Autism Spectrum
In person and online with UMass Lowell, twice a month, throughout 2026. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person and virtual (Discord) events. Please see...
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...
Inclusive Bowling for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, October – December, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Strike up a new friendship by beating your own best score. This is a non-competitive group.* Ball, gutter, frames, strikes,...
Disability Support Group for Adult Caregivers
Virtual Support Groups, with the Bridgewell Center of Peabody, MA. The first Wednesday of each month Caregivers of adult with an intellectual disability meet monthly to share successes, challenges, questions – And also the knowledge...
Healthy Relationships on the Autism Spectrum (HEARTS)
Webinars, September – November, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. A multi-session workshop for Autistic adults who would like to learn about, and talk about, healthy friendship and dating relationships....
Inclusive Music Classes for Teens & Young Adults
Middleborough, MA, Tuesday, through 2026, with The Heart In Art and The Middleboro Elks. Heart In Art (THIA) is an all inclusive, creative environment – The Arts Accessible To Everyone –regardless of age, ability, physical...
Inclusive Adult Painting Class
Middleborough, MA, Wednesdays and Thursdays, through 2026, with The Heart In Art and The Middleboro Elks. Heart In Art (THIA) is an all inclusive, creative environment – The Arts Accessible To Everyone –regardless of age,...
Women Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Groups
Fall & Winter 2026, with the Asperger / Autism Network of New England. Multi-session support groups for women and femme people 18-35 and 35 – 50) who are on the autism spectrum. Through these groups,...
Internship Program for Youth with Disabilities Ages 14 – 21
Boston, MA, Fall 2026 – Spring 2027, the first Saturday of each month, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. Eligibility: Transition age youth (14-21) with a documented disability in high school or a post-secondary...
Job Lab for Youth with Disabilities Ages 14 – 21
Boston, MA, Fall 2026 – Spring 2027, the first Saturday of each month, with the Boston Center for Independent Living. Eligibility: Transition age youth (14-21) with a documented disability in high school or a post-secondary...
“Learning About Housing” for Families with Disabilities
Webinar Series, October 17 – December 19, 2026. Autism Housing Pathways is now part of the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Learning about housing is a five part Zoom series in which...
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...
Pre-Employment Transition Services
Webinar, October 28, 2026, with Your Access Advocates of Worcester, MA. Are you interested inlearning more about the Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program at Your Access Advocates?* Your Access Advocates empowers persons with disabilities to...
Inclusive Halloween Dance for Ages 22+: Wakefield
Wakefield, MA, October 30, 2026, with Communitas of Wakefield. Grab your costume and join a night of dancing and Halloween fun. Music will be provided by DJ Kevin and light refreshments will be served. *...
Inclusive Halloween Monster Mash for Ages 18+: Concord
Concord, MA, October 30 2026, with the Minute Man Arc, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Get ready to dance the night away at the spook-tacular Halloween Dance. Costumes encouraged – the sillier or spookier, the better. *...
Inclusive Animal Caretakers for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, November 2 – December 23, 2026, with the Bridge Center. The Animal Caretakers program provides vocational and transferable skills for children and adults in a tranquil, inclusive setting. Participants join peers in weekly,...
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...
“What I Wish I Knew” — Unexpected Pathways Transition to Adult Webinar
Webinar, November 4, 2026, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. Part of the “Transiton Talks” 2026/2027 webinar series. What I Wish I Knew” — Unexpected Pathways. Hear honest, powerful stories from parents...
The Blue Envelope Law for Drivers with Autism
Webinar, November 4, 2026, with Centerpoint Driving Academy. The Blue Envelope initiative is a collaborative effort aimed at fostering a safer and understanding environment during traffic stops for autistic drivers. For Ages 15 +, Parents...
Inclusive Culinary Program for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, July 14 – August 25, 2027, with the Bridge Center. A supportive cooking group where participants learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal. * Participants create a recipe...
MassAbility Community & Job Supports
Webinar, November 5, 2026, with the MinuteMan Arc in Concord, MA. This webinar will introduce you to MassAbility and what opportunities this state agency can provide for individuals with disabilities. Hear about: whom MassAbility serves,...
Autism Spectrum Gender-Identity Group/Adults
Online, November 5, 2026, with the Associaton for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Free. Advanced registration is required. This group always meets on the first Thursday of the month and is for post-high school...
Transition Resource Fair: Northampton
Northampton, MA, November 5, 2026, sponsored by Family Empowerment, ServiceNet,and the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Hampshire County Area Office will share a presentation about the transition process and available...
Understanding Sensory Needs, Anxiety, & Behavior for Caregivers of Autistic Children/Teen
Webinar, November 9, 2026, with the Association for Autism & Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Autistic children and teens often have unique sensory needs and frequently deal with co-occurring anxiety as a result. These issues sometimes...
Autism Online “Open” Support Group for Gay Men in Massachusetts
Online Group, November 9, 2026, with the Assocation for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA. Are you a gay man in the AANE community? Have you ever wanted to share your thoughts and experiences with...
Support Group for BIPOC Adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
Online, November 10, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurdiversity of Watertown, MA. Free. A support group for Autistic people of color (18+). These spaces are peer-led and provide an opportunity for participants to...
MassHealth Updates for Adult Children with Disabilities
Webinar, November 10, 2026, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA.* MassHealth’s Adult Family Care (AFC) and PCA programs both help pay for the caregiving of qualified adult children (including care...
Moving to Young Adult Life: Disability Transition Planning & Post Secondary Options
Webinar, November 17, 2026, with PPal of Massachusetts. Free. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs....
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
Webinar meetings throughout 2026, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to...
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...
Puberty & Autism: Understanding Health and Behavioral Changes
Webinar, November 18, 2026, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm. All events are free and open to the public. *...
MEFA Attainable Conference: Exploring Financial Resources for Individuals with Disabilities
Worcester, MA, December 1, 2026, with the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA). Free but registration is required. Navigating finances for individuals with disabilities is challenging and MEFA wants to help. This conference is designed for...
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...
Transportation Adult Children with Disabilities
Webinar, December 8, 2026, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA.
* Speaker and workshop topics specifics TBA
* Registration is required.
Inclusive Culinary Program for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, January 2 – February 12, 2027, with the Bridge Center. A supportive cooking group where participants learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal. * Participants create a recipe...
Inclusive Animal Caretakers for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, January 2nd – February 12, 2027, with the Bridge Center. The Animal Caretakers program provides vocational and transferable skills for children and adults in a tranquil, inclusive setting. Participants join peers in weekly,...
Embracing the Unknown in the Parent Journey: A Watch-along Conversation
Webinar, January 6, 2027, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. Part of the “Transiton Talks” 2027 webinar series. Embracing the Unknown in the Parent Journey: A Watch-along Conversation with Amy Brenneman &...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
January 19, 2027, and webinar meetings throughout 2027, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy. Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS...
Supporting Healthy Aging in Autism
Webinar, January 20, 2027, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm. All events are free and open to the public. *...
Epic Community Service for Teens & Young Adults with Disabilities
Boston and Worcester, 2027/28 Service Warrior Applications are Now Available. Early Action Deadline: November 20, 2026, Final Deadline: January 29, 2027. EPIC Service Warriors are young people with disabilities between the ages of 16-23, who...
Beyond 22: Navigating Complex Medical Needs and Adult System
Webinar, February 3, 2027, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. Part of the “Transiton Talks” 2027 webinar series. Beyond 22: Navigating Complex Medical Needs and Adult Systems. For individuals with complex medical...
Succession Planning (Part 1) for Families of Children with Disabilities
Webinar, February 9, 2027, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA.
* Speaker and workshop topics specifics TBA
* Registration is required.
Inclusive Culinary Program for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, February 21 – April 30, 2027, with the Bridge Center. A supportive cooking group where participants learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal. * Participants create a recipe...
Inclusive Animal Caretakers for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, February 21- April 30, 2027, with the Bridge Center. The Animal Caretakers program provides vocational and transferable skills for children and adults in a tranquil, inclusive setting. Participants join peers in weekly, collaborative...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
March 16, 2027 and webinar meetings throughout 2027, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy. Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS...
Succession Planning (Part 2) for Families of Children with Disabilities
Webinar, March 19, 2027, 7 p.m, with the Special Needs Transition Group of Wakefield, MA.
* Speaker and workshop topics specifics TBA
* Registration is required.
System Navigation & Family Advocacy Frameworks
Webinar, April 7, 2027, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. Part of the “Transiton Talks” 2027 webinar series. System Navigation & Family Advocacy Frameworks. Where do you start when you’re faced with...
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Navigating a Changing Workforce
Webinar, April 14, 2027, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm. All events are free and open to the public. *...
“Work Without Limits” Career Fair for People with Disabilities
Virtual Event, April 28th, 2027, with Work Without Limits at UMass Chan Medical School. The Work Without Limits Virtual Career Fair For Individuals with Disabilities connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers. Job Candidates...
Inclusive Culinary Program for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, May 1 – July 2nd, 2027, with the Bridge Center. A supportive cooking group where participants learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal. * Participants create a recipe...
Inclusive Animal Caretakers for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, May 1 – July 12, 2027, with the Bridge Center. The Animal Caretakers program provides vocational and transferable skills for children and adults in a tranquil, inclusive setting. Participants join peers in weekly,...
Setting the Mindset: Dignity of Risk & Parent Resilience
Webinar, May 4, 2027, with Perkins School for the Blind of Watertown, MA. Part of the “Transiton Talks” 2027 webinar series. Setting the Mindset: Dignity of Risk & Parent Resilience. How do we balance safety with...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
May 18, 2027 and webinar meetings throughout 2027, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy. Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS...
Inclusive Culinary Program for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, July 14 – August 25, 2027, with the Bridge Center. A supportive cooking group where participants learn to follow a recipe each week and try a new meal. * Participants create a recipe...
Inclusive Animal Caretakers for Ages 18+
Bridgewater, MA, July 14 – August 25, 2027, with the Bridge Center. The Animal Caretakers program provides vocational and transferable skills for children and adults in a tranquil, inclusive setting. Participants join peers in weekly,...
Neurodiversity Family Grant Program
Deadline, July 31st, 2027, with Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc., in Ashland, MA. NSC provides financial assistance to families with a neurodivergent child (ages 1-17). Financial assistance is offered to families for neuropsychological evaluations, advocacy...
Advocacy for Changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to Comply with the Real Lives Law
September 21, 2027 and webinar meetings throughout 2027, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy. Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS...
Mental Health Support Group for Parents of Young Adults
Gardner, MA, and Virtual Options, Mondays, Fall 2026/Winter 2027, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. For families in the Garnder area communities. The PPAL Central MA office offers free support to families when...
