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Spring disability events across Massachusetts' include: Sensory/Autism/Mental Health resource fairs, Dyslexia info for youth and young adults, conferences and much more.
April Events Include:
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Disability Resource Fairs:
4/18: Great Barrrington, Autism Resource Fair
4/27: Danvers, with the Mass Dept. of Mental Health
4/30: Natick, Neurodiversity Fair
5/2: Marlborough, Sensory-Friendly Touch a Truck & Disability Resource Fair
5/2: Norwood, Inclusive Community Day...Read more
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Explaining IDA's New Definition of Dyslexia: Webinar, April 28th, with the National Center on Improving Dyslexia in Boston. Hear about the 2025 definition of dyslexia, similarities and differences between the 2002 and 2025 definition, perspectives on how the updated definition might inform conversations about assessment, instruction, and supports for students with/risk for dyslexia....Read more
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"Autism Connections" Conference: Springfield, April 30th. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Daniel Wendler, co-author of Neurodiversity and the Myth of Normal. Workshop topics include: Using Play to Create Routine and Purpose for Autistic Adults, Respite Care, Empowering Neurodivergent Youth Through Comics, Intro to DDS for Individuals and Families, Nutrition and Feeding...Read more
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Visual Impairment "Early Connections" Conference: Watertown, May 2nd, with Perkins School for the Blind. For families with young children who are blind, deafblind, or low-vision, including those who have multiple complex disabilities. There will be an exhibitor expo with vision supports and resources. Workshops topics: Collaboration in AAC, Accessing Community Sports and Recreation...Read more
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Family Epilepsy Conference: Freeport, ME, May 2nd. The Epilepsy Foundation of New England brings together families and providers for a day of epilepsy education. There will be dicussions about epilepsy, resources from the community. Topics will incluce: Epilepsy & Stigma, Epilepsy Surgery Options, Hormones & Menopause with Epilepsy, Seizure First Aid...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Stars of the Spectrum Concert in Boston with Kodi Lee: Free tickets are available for people and families in the autism community, but spots are limited. Boston, April 19th, hosted by the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick. By autistic artists for the autism community to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. Featuring Kodi Lee: America's Got Talent, Season 14 champion. The host has designed this event is Sensory Inclusive with quiet zones and noise-canceling headphones available, a welcoming to ALL behaviors ...Read more
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Project RIDE "Tune Up Clinic": Springfield, April 19th, with the Kehillah Program at the JCC Springfield. The J is hosting another tune up clinic for all Project RIDE trikes. Volunteer professional bicycle techs will be on hand to make size adjustments, make minor repairs and get bicyclists ready for a year of pedaling adventures....Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Viewing Zone at the Boston Marathon®: Wellesley, April 20th. The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation, the Boston Athletic Association and the Town of Wellesley host the Sensory-Friendly Viewing Area. This space offers a calm, less crowded environment for people with autism, disabilities, or sensory sensitivities. RSVPs req...Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Days with Mass Audubon: Lincoln and Newburyport. The sanctuary is closed to the public and open exclusively for individuals with autism or other sensory sensitivities up to age 17 and their families. With fewer visitors, quieter trails, and a calm atmosphere, it's a chance to connect with nature at their own pace in a less stimulating environment ...Read more
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Special Olympics Unified Sports Open House: Boston: April 24th. For ages 12+ with and without disabilities. Participants will go through instructional sport stations, meet local volunteers and families and have the chance to register for future programming. Learn More About Special Olympics In Your Area ...Read more
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Special Olympics (SOMA) Spring 2026
* Ashburnham - Young Athletes Level 2
* Burlington, Danvers, Dorchester: Train 4 Life
* Canton, Mashpee, Plymouth - TopGolf Skills
* Lawrence - Basketball Skills for Ages 13+
* Lynn - Floorball * Peabody- Pickleball
* Southborough & Springfield: Young Athletes 1 & 2...More
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Miracle League Baseball for Youth, Teens & Adults: Acton, MA, Spring 2026. The Miracle League of Massachusetts' programs are for youth, teens, and adults 22 and older. They are dedicated to people with physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral disabilities to develop and achieve their full potential: mentally, socially and physically. Athletes needing their own one-on-one assistant will need to...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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College, Career & Resource Fair for High School Youth in Foster Care: Marlborough, April 22nd, with the Mass Department of Youth and Families. For all DCF youth ages 14+., foster youth in high school, HiSET programs, and recent graduates. Discover career pathways and meet college and admissions staff, vocational schools and potential. $25 Am Ex gift card to all DCF Foster Youth ages 14+... Read more
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Dyslexia IRL: Pathways from School to Career Conference: Cambridge, April 24th, with HGSE Dyslexia Club, at Harvard Graduate School of Education. Explore what it means to build a life, approach a career, and thrive with dyslexia. Sessions will address topics such as: Transitions from middle and high school into college, vocational pathways, mental health, identity, learning strategies for dyslexic adole....Read more
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Transition From School To Adult Life: Using The IEP To Create Success: Webinar, April 28th, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Parents and professionals will learn strategies that can help ensure students receive important transition services required by special education law. Learn about Chapter 688, the state law that helps plan for youth with disabilities after they leave school....Read more
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Adult Family Care (AFC) for Western Mass Families Webinar, April 28th, with ServiceNet of Northampton. Free. If you are caring for an adult age 18 or older in western MA who has MassHealth or may qualify, you could be eligible to receive up to $20,000 per year and personalized support through Adult Family Care program. Learn about: Requirements/Eligibility, Approval/Application...Read more
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Disability Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair: Malden, April 30th, hosted by the Malden and Medford Offices of Special Education. Free and open to the public. All communitiea are welcome. The event exhibitors serve adults with Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, • Emotional Disabilities. Find services for: Vocational/Job Training, Independent Living Skills, Housing....Read more
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Teen Depression & Autism:Webinar, April 30th, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham. While autism itself isn't the cause of depression, navigating a neurotypical world can present unique challenges for autistic teens. Learn how to recognize and respond to depression symptoms in autistic teens. Explore strategies for...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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