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Sensory-Friendly/ Inclusive Fall and Halloween events in Massachusetts are in the recreation section of this week's newsletter. Enjoy harvest fests, hayrides, dances, sensory hours at the Jack o' Lantern spectacular, and more.
September Disability Events Also Include:
• Assistive Technology Fair for Mass Families
• Family Leadership Training for Caregivers
• Deaf Awareness Day
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• Pathological Demand Avoidance Autism Conference
• Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension
• Special Olympics, & Inclusive Sports
• Cyberbullies, Scammers & Trolls -Navigating Social Media and the Internet Safely for Neurodivergent Adults
• Peer Group for Autistic BIPOC Leaders
There's nothing spooky about fall events for every ability and member of the family! Sharon Marie
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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Autism Conference: Danvers, September 20th, with PDA North America. This event will introduce PDA to parents, therapists, educators and more. Hear effective ways to support these anxious, autistic demand avoidant individuals. Speakers: Diane Gould - Founder of PDA North America and author of ...Read more
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Deaf Awareness Day with Mass State Association of the Deaf: Marlborough, September 21st. Free. MSAD invites you to join their Annual General - bring family and friends to celebrate Deaf Awareness Day in the ASL signing community. Activities: Watch and join the MSAD Annual General Meeting for free. Meet new and old faces. Activities for all..Read more
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Autism & the IEP: Webinar, September 23rd, with the AANE in Watertown. Workshop for parents and guardians on the ins and outs of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with Asperger profiles. Learn what staff look for when conducting IEP reviews, Autism-specific considerations for the concern statement, Services, Transition...Read more
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Addressing Bullying in Kids & Teens: Webinar, September 25th, with McLean Hospital in Belmont. Bullying can take on many forms and can happen at any time—whether a child is on the playground or on their smartphone. Is there a way to tell if your child is being bullied and how they’re being targeted? How can caretakers prevent..Read more
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Virtual Assistive Technology Resource Fair: September 25th, with MassAbility (formerly the Mass Rehab Commission). They would like to hear from you to better understand the challenges that impact your access to services and supports. The Virtual Exhibitor Fair will showcase exhibitors attending their Explore ...Read more
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Alternatives to Discipline and Suspension: Webinar, September 26th, with the FCSN in Massachusetts. This training describes: different types of disciplinary offenses, discipline, suspensions, expulsions, and emergency removals, legal protections for students on IEPs, including the Manifestation Determination ...Read more
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Department of Developmental Services: Intake & Eligibility: Webinar, September 26th, with the Charles River Center in Needham. The DDS Metro Region Intake & Eligibility Team renders eligibility determinations for individuals who apply to the Department of Developmental Services. Topics: How to Apply, Adult Eligibility, Children’s Eligibility...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
Hingham - Sensory Friendly "Boo in the Barnyard
Hingham - Not-So-Spooky Haunted House
Holyoke - Inclusive Trunk or Treat & Pumpkin Patch Hayride
Lexington - Sensory Friendly All Ages Harvest Fest
Millis - Sensory Friendly Hayride
Norfolk- Sensory-Friendly Haunted Hayride: Norfolk
Norwell - Inclusive Halloween Dance Party for 18+
Pembroke - Inclusive Tricks & Treats
Providence, RI - Sensory-Friendly hours at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Providence - Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular with Spina Bifida Associaton of Greater New England
Stockbridge – The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show (not sensory or disability specific) +...Read more
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Adaptive Cycling - All Ages & Abilities: Western MA:
Cheshire & Hadley, September 20th - 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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Ellie Bloom Special Olympics: Needham, September 21st, with the Charles River Center. A free event that welcomes athletes of all ages and abilities to participate and is structured so that all who participate will be successful. Modified track and field events include: Relay, Running & Wheelchair races, Basketball & Ring Toss, Relay races, Ladderball and Soccer Kick. Athletes of all ages and abilities can participate in every event and will a medal...Read more
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Special Olympics & Inclusive Team Sports
* Andover - Adaptive Horseback Riding
* Boston - Adaptive Ice Skating
* Boston - Adaptive Gymastics
* Brighton - Adaptive Track
* Framingham - CP Soccer for Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, TBI
* Northampton - Inclusive Kung Fu
* Scituate - All Stars Adaptive Karate
* Springfield - Adaptive Sled Hockey
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AmpSurf New England Inclusive Learn to Surf Event: York, ME, September 21st. This Learn to Surf Clinic is for people living with disabilities, veterans and first responders. All people living with a disability or lifelong condition are invited to particpate. Participants (Athletes) are encouraged to contact AmpSurf in advance to make sure all efforts can be made to accommodate your disability. A beach wheelchair... Read more
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Celebrate World Deaf Day at the New England Aquarium: Boston, September 29th, with the Boston Children's Hospital Deaf & Hard of Hearing Prorgram. Watch Deaf Marine Biologists Dive into the Tank. There will be an Underwater Meet & Greet. Interact with the deaf divers and hearing aquarium staff, ask questions about marine life, -all in American Sign Language. Registration is...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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Transition & Adult Events
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Massachusetts Commission for the Blind's Virtual Reverse Job Fair: September 27th. The MCB invites employers to participate in an innovative event designed to connect employers with talented, legally blind job seekers. Vetted job seekers who are legally blind will give a short pitch to introduce themselves and present how they can apply their skills and experiences in your workplace...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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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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"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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