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Inclusive Fall & Halloween events for all ages across Massachusetts are already popping up. There will be sensory hayrides, harvest fests, pumpkin picking and more. Scroll to the Recreation Section of this week's newsletter for the deets. More September Disability Events Include:
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• Adaptive Recreation Community Access Day: Boston
• MassHealth: The Basics
• Treating Food Disorders in Autistic People
• Arc of Massachusetts Advocacy
• Pediatric Epilepsy Conference: Boston & Virtual
• Mass State Association of the Deaf Conference
• Sexuality Training for Families with Disabilities
• Disability Transition Planning & Post Secondary Options
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Adaptive Rec. Community Access Day: Boston, September 13th. Wheelchair users of all abilities and their care partners - join the State of Mass DCR Universal Access Program for Spaulding Community Access Day. Discover resources to enhance community access, info on equipment options, grants, adaptive sports/ leisure...Read more
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Arc of Massachusetts Advocacy: Behind the Scenes Webinar, September 15th. Join the Arc of Massachusetts CEO Maura Sullivan and Director of Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships Nora Bent for a conversation about all of the important work that goes on behind the scenes at The Arc of Massachusetts...Read more
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Lennox-Lombroso Pediatric Epilepsy Conference: Boston, September 18th & 19th, and virtual option, with Boston Children's Hospital. Designed to meet the educational needs of healthcare professionals who specialize in/ have an interest in pediatric neurology, neurology, pediatric epilepsy, neuropsychology, epilepsy, primary care...Read more
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Accessible Trails Public Forum for Massachusetts' Families Webinar, September 15, with the Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation. Hear draft recommendations for improving trail accessibility across Massachusetts and give your feedback. This is an opportunity to shape how our trails systems serve people of all abilities-now and in the future.
ASL, Closed captioning. Spanish, Mandarin..Read more
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Understanding & Treating Food Disorders in Autistic People Webinar, September 18th, with the AANE in Watertown. Explore the intersection of Avoidan/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder and Autism. Gain an understanding of how ARFID manifests in Autistic individuals, how to distinguish it from typical picky eating, and how to implement sensory-informed care that...Read more
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MassHealth: The Basics: Webinar, September 30th, with the Charles River Center in Needham. Presented by the Mass Family Voices Coordinator at The Federation for Children with Special Needs. Participants will understand what supports and services are available before an autism diagnosis, supports that become available after...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Inclusive Fall & Halloween Events:
• Beverly - Sensory-Friendly Halloween on the Hill
• Boston:- Fall-o-Ween Children’s Festival
• Hingham:- Sensory-Friendly “Boo in the Barnyard"
• Lexington:- Sensory All Ages Harvest Fest
• Medway:- Sensory-Friendly Hayride
• Millis: Sensory-Friendly Hayride
• Pembroke: Inclusive Tricks & Treats
• Providence: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
• Providence: Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular with the Spina Bifida Association of New England
• Providence : Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Sensory-Friendly hours - 10/21 & 22
• Rehoboth Autism-Friendly Family Hayride
• Sharon: Inclusive Pumpkin Picking & Hayride
• Stockbridge: The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show
• Stockbridge: The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show Show's "Sensory Friendly Early Hours"...More Events
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Wings for Autism®: Worcester Regional Airport, September 13th, with the Charles River Center of Needham. Free. Designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the stress of airline travel and through the airport boarding process--specifically designed for families who have a child with an autism...Read more
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Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Sensory Event: Chatham: September 14, 21, 28, October 5th . A dedicated time for families with disabilities offering accommodations that increase access to exhibits in an ADA-compliant environment. A medical diagnosis is not required. During this time the museum limits the number of visitors, and offers lower lighting. video volumes, quiet space for individuals who...Read more
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Ellie Bloom Special Olympics: September 20th, with the Charles River Center. A free event that welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities and is structured so that all who participate will be successful. Athletes participate in modified track and field events, Basketball & Ring Toss, Relay races, Ladderball, Soccer Kick and receive a t-shirt and medal. No walk-in....Read more
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Sensory Day at the Topsfield Fair: October 6th, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. For families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders. Vendors will have no flashing lights, music or announcements. Kiddie Land will have no flashing lights, music or announcements. Sound on stages and entertainment: Racing, Pigs, Bike Stunt show, Nerveless Nocks, Farmland, lowered. Entrance fees apply...Read more
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Adaptive Swim Lessons for Those with Visual Impairments: Boston & Quincy, September - December,, with Adaptive Sports New England. Program offers one on one student to teacher ratio, where swimming skills can be developed and improved. Specifically designed for those with visual or mobility impairments. Participating children should demonstrate typical cognitive and behavioral...Read more
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Saving Lives Swim Programs: Northshore & MetroNorth: Fall 2025, with the Northeast Arc. Swimming classes are for children enrolled in Early Intervention and will be offered at multiple locations of the YMCA of the North Shore, YMCA of Metro North and JCC of the North Shore. Early Intervention services are offered free of charge to all...Read more
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Special Olympics (SOMA) Team Sports
Amherst Young Athletes – Level 1
Attleboro Young Athletes Level 1 & 2
Beverly Basketball Skill for Ages 16+
Brockton Young Athletes Level 1
Dorchester Basketball Skills
Lynn Flag Football, Soccer, Young Athletes
North Andover Young Athletes Level 1 & 2
Needham Basketball for All
Plymouth Basketball for Ages 18+
Roxbury Soccer & Young Athletes Level 1
Wellesley: Young Athletes – Level 1 & 2
West Boylston Pickleball
Worcester: Basketball for Ages 18+...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Young Adult Leaders Fellowship for Those with Disabilities: With Mass Advocates for Children. Application Deadline is September 15th. For young adults 18 to 26 years old with an intellectual disability and/or autism. All applicants are welcome to apply and will be considered based on their qualifications for the role. This is a one-year, part-time position for 16 hours a week. The Fellow will learn from MAC staff How to advocate for individual students, Read more...
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Sexuality Training for Families with Disabilities:Webinar, September 16th, with Bridgewell of Peabody. This presentation offers parents a comprehensive overview of personal boundaries, respecting others' boundaries, and understanding consent. The goal is to help parents understand how we teach individuals to identify and communicate their own boundaries, respect the boundaries of others, grasp the concept of consent...Read more
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Know Your Rights: The DDS Appeals Process Webinar, September 16th, with the Mass Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy. Hear about appealing decisions and actions for adult eligibility, priority status, the Individual Support Plan (ISP), and/or the Plan of Care ...Read more
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Transition-to-Adult Disability Resources Fair: Weymouth, September 27th, with the Arc of the South Shore. For families of teens and young adults ages 15 to 26. Discover tools, services, and supports to help navigate the often complex transition into adulthood. There will be breakout sessions hosted by/on assistive technology, Supported Decision-Making. Meet local Disability Resources...Read more
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"Employment Matters" Conference in Worcester: October 9th, with the Massachusetts Association of People Supporting Employment First. Partners in Progress Conference 2025. Find over 150 professionals and advocates Keynote Speaker: Andy Arias serves as the Component Manager for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental...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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