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An inclusive and sensory-friendly Fall in Massaachusetts features harvest fests, hayrides, sensory hours at the Jack o' Lantern spectacular and more. October also features the Spina Bifida Association of NE and Rare New England Conferences.
October Disability Events Also Include:
• Identify & Cope with Caregiver Stress/Trauma
• American Sign Language Expo: Boston
• New IEP Form Workshops
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• Networking for Massachusetts SEPAC Chairpersons
• Special Olympics, & Inclusive Sports
• Cyberbullies, Scammers & Trolls -Navigating Social Media / Internet Safely for Neurodivergent Adults
• Basic Rights - Transition Planning
• "Employment Matters" Conference
Fall 2024 is about sweaters, jackets, rakes - and new inclusive opportunties! Sharon Marie
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How to Identify & Cope with Caregiver Stress/Trauma: Webinar, October 3rd, with the FCSN of Boston. Guest speaker Sheilah Gauch is Principal and Clinical Director of Dearborn Academy, and mother of children whose mental health issues were ultimately diagnosed as PANS/PANDAS (Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric......Read more
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American Sign Language (ASL) Expo in Boston: October 5th, with the Northeastern American Sign Language & Interpreting Education Program. Learn about local ASL resources and support local programs. The American Sign Language & Interpreting Education Program is designed to assist students in acquiring competence in American Sign Language, developing an understanding of the American Deaf Community and its culture, and applying...Read more
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Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Webinar, October 10th, with UMass Chan Eunice Kennedy Medical School. Kelley Coleman, author of Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child, Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports is a feature film development executive turned author. Her book stems from her own parenting experienc...Read more
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Spina Bifida Association of New England Family Conference Nashua, NH, October 18th & 19th. 2024 Theme: Advocating for Your Rights ann Needs. Sessions will be offered on disability history, self-advocacy, medical care, transition to adult care, and more. Special affinity groups will be offered for young adults with Spina Bifida (@18 – 22); adults with Spina Bifida; family members, and language specific groups.
* Daycare will be provided, and translators will also be provided upon request...Read more
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Rare New England Conference 2024: Farmington, CT, October 19th. Free. Rare New England's annual conference is for patients and families to obtain information about services and resources available to the rare disease community to help obtain an improved life. 2024 Conference Theme: Rare Together - Uniting for Progress...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Sensory-Friendly/Inclusive Fall and Halloween Events
Beverly - Sensory Friendly Halloween on the Hill
Burlington -Inclusive Trick or Treating /Halloween Dance
Georgetown - Inclusive Trick or Trunk
Hingham - Sensory Friendly "Boo in the Barnyard
Hingham - Not-So-Spooky Haunted House
Holliston- Inclusive Trunk or Treat
Holyoke - Inclusive Trunk or Treat & Pumpkin Patch Hayride
Lexington - Sensory Friendly All Ages Harvest Fest
Marlborough - Sensory-Friendly Fall Festival
Norfolk- Sensory-Friendly Haunted Hayride
Norwell - Inclusive Halloween Dance Party for 18+
Pembroke - Inclusive Tricks & Treats
Providence, RI - Sensory Friendly Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Quincy- Sensory Friendly Trick or Trunk
Stockbridge -Naumkeag Pumpkin Show (not sensory or disability specific..Read more
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Adaptive Cycling - All Ages & Abilities: Western MA:
Cheshire & Hadley, through October 23rd. The Massachusetts' Universal Access Program offers cycles that accommodate riders of all abilities - recumbent / tandem recumbent trikes, handcycles, and wheelchair tandems. Instruction/assistance provided...Read more
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Adaptive Soccer Clinic: Cambridge. October 13th, with the United Adaptive Soccer Association. Free. For any age, gender identity, and disability category. Session 1: for players with any category of disability looking for a fun training environment to exist on the pitch however works best for them. Session 2: for players with specific disabilities, able and ready to participate in organized game models...Read more
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Special Olympics & Inclusive Team Sports
* Beverly- Special Olympics Basketball
* Boston - Special Olympics Pickelball
* Concord - Special Olympics Golf & Putt
* Lowell - Special Olympis Cheering
* Mashpee - Special Olympics Pickleball
* Marlborough - Special Olympics Hip Hop & Pickleball
* Northampton - Inclusive Kung Fu
* Scituate - All Stars Adaptive Karate
* Worcester - Special Olympics Young Athletes...Read more
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Sensory Day at the Topsfield Fair: Topsfield, October 7th, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. A more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair 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, will be lowered. Announcements on ground - limited and volume turned down....Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Museum Events in Western Mass: Springfield, October 13th. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum host Sensory Friendly Saturdays, the second Saturday of each month, 9 am to 11 am. These events provide less noise, less bright light, and cool-down spaces for those who have sensory sensitivity. Some exhibits modified to provide an...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Special Needs Trusts: Preserve Assets, Protect Benefits: Hingham, October 3rd, with the Arc of the South Shore. The guest speakers will be from Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Inc. (PLAN). They asssist with guidance on applying for DDS services, SSI/SSDI, help a beneficiary maintain a...Read more
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"Employment Matters" Conference: Worcester, October 10th, with the Massachusetts state chapter of the Association of People Supporting EmploymentFirst. Speakers include: Oz Mondejar, a leader in the Disability Rights movement, Colleen Moran , Director of Workforce Integration at Mass General Brigham , and Elyse Forbush, Director of Nutrition and Food Service for Spaulding Boston .Read more
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DDS Self-Directed Adult Disability Services: Webinar, October 10th, with the Massachusetts' Department of Developmental Services. Self-Directed service delivery models allow the participant and family the opportunity to create individualized supports based on the vision and needs, are flexible and can be customized...Read more
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Online Peer Resource Group for Autistic BIPOC Leaders Virtual Series, through October 17th, with the AANE of Watertown. Specifically curated for BIPOC Neurodivergent leaders aged 25+. Explore inclusive leadership frameworks, mental health and self-care strategies. Delve into the ways culture and emotions shape your leadership experience..Read more
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Creating a Sustainable Life Plan for Young Adults with Disabilities: October 15th, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown. Dr. Lance Clawson, a psychiatrist specializing in Autism and behavioral health, will guide particpants in creating a support plan for young adults with disabilities that reduces ongoing parental involvement. He’ll cover essential topics...Read more
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Basic Rights in Special Education: Transition Planning Webinar, October 15th, with the Weymouth SEPAC. This workshop provides an overview of the transition planning process for youth with disabilities ages 14-22 on IEPs. Workshop Topics: Legal Basis for Transition Planning, Student Vision, Self-Determination. Advocacy...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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