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Massachusetts disability events this summer focus on grant opportunties, IEP skills, sensory-friendly family events, and of course the state parks with accessible pools/spray decks, beaches with mats and floating / sand beach wheelchairs.
Summer 2024 Also Includes:
• Kodi Lee & Pathways to Friendships Grants
• Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension
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• Decoding & Demystifying Dyslexia
• Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention:
• "BeachAbility" Accessibility Fair/Hampton Beach
• Housing Models for People with Developmental Disabilities in Massachusetts.
• Home Management for Adults with Austim
Enjoy these opportunties to support your loved one(s) while also having some fun this summer! Sharon Marie
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Kodi Lee Gives Back Family Support Grant: Deadline to apply is July 20th. The performer and autism self-advocate Kodi Lee and the Flutie Foundation are providing the Kodi Lee Gives Back Grant. This will enable teens and young adults with autism of all talent and ability levels to take their next step in gaining experience in the fine arts by covering costs for art or music therapies, advanced lessons...Read more
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Decoding & Demystifying Dyslexia: Webinar, June 24th, with McLean Hospital in Belmont. Dyslexia doesn’t just impact reading. If unaddressed, can affect a person’s learning abilities and self-esteem. So how can we make a complex condition feel less complicated to everyone involved in its management? In this pre...Read more
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Pathways to Friendship FY25 Community Bridging Grants: Application Deadline - August 2nd, 2024. The Arc of Massachusetts’ Pathways to Friendship and the Massachusetts DDS's Community Bridging grants are for Community Organizations to advance relationships between people with and without developmental/intellectual disabilities. Agencies specializing in the field of disabilities are not eligible for these mini grants....Read more
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Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension: Webinar, July 25th, with the FCSN in Massachusetts. This training describes: different types of disciplinary offenses, school responsibilities for discipline, the difference between suspensions, expulsions, and emergency removals. legal protections for students on IEPs, including..Read more
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Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Conference & Family Reunion: Boston, August 2nd & 3rd, with the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance. Learn from neuro-professionals, educators, researchers, and rehabilitation clinicians. Exhibitors will share their resources for the community. Childcare is available, special sessions for self advocate...Read more
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Sensory Friendly Comics & Pop Culture Convention: Weston, August 24th. Calmer Con is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while providing an authentic comics and pop culture convention experience. There will be traditional “comic con” style artists, vendors, cosplayers, Jedi training, superhero academy, block building, and...Read more
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Accessible Swimming Pools, Spray Decks and Wading Pools at Massachusetts State Parks. Find accessible swimming pools, wading pools, and spray decks in Massachusetts state parks. The Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR Universal Access Program) gives people with disbilities access to water and swimming recreation.
* Pools with ramps or zero-depth entry, and a chair lift.
* Pools with lifts and stairs only (No Ramps Into The Water)
* Pools where the Spray deck surfaces and water features are accessible.
* Select pools and spray decks also have beach wheelchairs for use. Read more
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Accessible Beaches/Beach Wheelchairs in Massachusetts Find beach mats to the water, sand beach wheelchairs and floating beach wheelchairs in Massachusetts state parks with the DCR Universal Access Program. Contact the beach or park in advance to reserve a beach wheelchair. There are two types of beach wheelchairs at DCR beaches. Sand and sunbathing beach wheelchairs are made of....Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Miracle League "Fall Ball" Baseball: Holyoke/Springfield, Registration open until July 24th or when the program is full. For youth ages 4-19 who have physical and /or cognitive challenges are eligible to play in The Miracle League of Western MA. The field is fully accessible for those who have mobility issues. The Miracle League of Western...Read more
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Art & Games Day: Methuen, July 20th, with the Boston Children's Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program. Do you have a child who is deaf or hard of hearing? Join the Boston Children's Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program for an Arts & Games Day. Mini Canvas Painting, Sensory Play, Board Games, Outdoor...Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Evening at the New Botanical Garden: Boylston, July 23rd, Free. In partnership with HMEA’s Autism Resource Central, the Garden invites individuals and families seeking a low-sensory, less crowded environment for a night of fun, exploration, and relaxation. Explore the gardens after hours and enjoy designated quiet spaces, art...Read more
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Easterseals MA Adaptive Swim: Worcester, through August 13th. Free. Recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in safety activities and water games that maximize independence in the water. This swim program does not provide swim lessons. Open to individuals with disabilities of all ages...Read more
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Adaptive Rowing in Holyoke: Through August, with Holyoke Rows and the DCR’ Universal Access Program. Free to individuals with disabilities and their families. This program serves people of all capabilities, from beginners to leisure rowers, to competitive racers...Read more
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"BeachAbility" Accessibility Fair in Hampton Beach, NH: July 25th. This event will focus on making Hampton Beach State Park more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Join a day filled with speakers, demonstrations, entertainment, arts & crafts, and an opportunity to share your vision for a more accessible beach. Your input will contribute to ...Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Picnic: Douglas: July 27th, with Picnic at the Park, a not for profit organization that focuses on sensory friendly events for people that struggle with the sounds, smells and lights of everyday life . Come meet your neighbors. There will be a Food Truck, Craft Fair, Carnival Style Games, Face Painting, Balloon Animals, and...Read more
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Diverse Abilities Celebration in Fairhaven (New Bedford Area): July 28th. The Fairhaven Commission on Disability and M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc. are hosting. July marks the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Join in to celebrate with a talent show, vendors, resources, health and wellness activities, and food. All abilities/ages...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Getting Started with Self Direction: Zoom Event, July 25th, with The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Held the fourth Thursday of each month. For anyone who wants to learn about Self Directing their own Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services funds. This monthly group is designed to help those interested in Self Direction learn about the different options...Read more
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Young Leaders Rising Program for Teens & Young Adults with Disabilities: Through August 2024, with Partners for Youth with Disabilities in Boston. This is an 8-week youth-led leadership program for high school participants (ages 14-22), and fellows (ages 18-27) with any type of disability. YLR 2024 enables youth to select from two separate schedules; one designed for in-person programming, and one for virtual participants. Both groups will have the opportunity to come together during hybrid activities...Read more
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"Planning a Life" - Making the Most Out of Disability Transition Supports: Roxbury, and Virtual Options, October 15th & 16th, with the FCSN in Massachusetts. For parents, caregivers, and professionals working with postsecondary transition-age youth with disabilities(14 -22). Discuss the transition planning, how to determine transition goals on Massachusetts’ new IEP form, learn about post-secondary educational options, healthcare transition...Read more
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There's just not enough room! The buttons below will take you directly to pages dedicated to lot more disability events for specific diagnoses.
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