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Massachusetts' is enjoying inclusive Fall events, but in this week's newsletter we are already sharing Holiday Sensory Events. Plus we have upcoming November workshops and conferences, such as:
• The New Massachusetts IEP Form
• Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Family Symposium
• Mass Down Syndrome Congress Educators Forum
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• The Mental Health IEP
• Sensory/Inclusive Holiday Events
• Inclusive Fall Recreation
• Transition- to-Adult Life Conference: Danvers
• Adult Autism Resource Fair: Reading
• Transition-to-Adult Resources Fair: Marlborough
Have an inclusive holiday event? Submit it to our Event Sugggestion page. Happy Halloween! Sharon Marie
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Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Family Symposium in Boston: November 1st & 2nd, at Boston Children's Hospital. Experts in cardiac neurodevelopment will explore the newest research on how to support the wellbeing of young people with complex heart defects. The 2024 symposium focuses on building resilience and the power of intervention...Read more
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The Mental Health IEP: Webinar, November 4th, with PPal of Massachusetts. PPAL workshops are meant for those with experience supporting children with emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs. This training will cover: Understanding the School Code of Conduct and its relevance to mental...Read more
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Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Educators Forum: Worcester, November 13th. Parents, educators, administrators and support professional will hear experts discuss behavioral regulation, curriculum modifications, evaluations for students with complex learning profiles, inclusive IEP goals, higher education, friendships...Read more
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Early Childhood Resource & Disability Fair: Danvers, November 6th, with the Northeast Arc's Early Intervention Program. Join the Northeast Arc and many other exhibitors for an event highlighting the many resources available to young children and families. Meet: Changing fives, Discovering abilities, Center for Linking Lives...Read more
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State & Federal Disability Updates: Webinar, November 7th, Hear the latest in State and Federal disability news with Maura Sullivan, who will become the new Chief Executive Officer of The Arc of Massachusetts on November 2. Maura will be the first parent of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead The Arc since its first Director in 1954. Previously, Maura has led the...Read more
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Charting the LifeCourse in Action Caregivers Series: Webinar, November 13th, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services . Charting the LifeCourse is a set of principles and tools that people around the country are using to find supports, solve problems, and create their vision for a good life. The Presenter will be Ingrid Flory, Director of Family Support..Read more
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Navigating the New Massachusetts IEP Form: Webinar, November 14th, with Communitas of Wakefield and Mass Advocates for Children. Understand the different sections of the IEP, and protections in the law that help ensure children receive necessary services, how to prepare for the IEP meeting, the role of assessments in...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Happy Hallow...Holidays! Halloween is almost over, and families are already thinking about inclusive holiday fun.
So this week we are sharing events we posted on our Sensory & Inclusive Holiday Events Page.
* Boston Pops Sensory-Friendly Holiday Concert
* Boston: Sensory Friendly & ASL “Nutcracker” Ballet
* Bridgewater: Holiday Brunch & Santa Visit for Families of All Ages with Autism
* Burlington: Down Syndrome New Family Social & Holiday Photo Session
* Providence, RI: Sensory Friendly Performance "A Christmas Carol"
* Westford: Inclusive Holiday Sing-a-Long Concert & Tree Lighting
* Weston: Sensory-Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker
Sensory-Friendly Performance of The Nutcracker
...Read about more holiday events
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Sensory-Friendly Museum Events in Western Mass: Springfield, November 10th. 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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Adaptive Swim Team: Boston Through June 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. For ages 8+ with with a visual or mobility impairment. needs. Each swimmer receives an individualized program to help work on their technical and psychological skills. This program is designed for intermediate and advanced swimmers looking to improve their swimming stroke and fitness and takes place weekly at Simmons University...Read more
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Special-Needs Hockey in Pawtucket, RI, through March, 2025. The Greater Providence Youth Hockey Association's Special Needs Hockey offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any other developmental disability. No previous skating experience is required; enrollment is open throughout the season. Open to any youth who...Read more
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Low-Sensory Play Session at the Museum: Peabody November 2nd. The museum will be at low capacity, and sounds and lights will be turned down. This session is geared to provide those with autism or other sensory processing difficulties with a comfortable museum experience. A formal diagnosis is not required to attend. Online ticket,..Read more
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Adaptive/Therapeutic Skating: Norwood, November 10th, 2024 - January 26th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston's Adaptive / Therapeutic Skating is a unique program providing children and adults with disabilities access to the sport of figure skating by offering them an opportunity to participate in a specialized skating experience...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Transition-to-Adult Disability Conference: Danvers, November 1st, with The Northeast. "Let Start Thinking About Tomorrow" will feature: Keynote: Sam Farmer - Presentation: "Your Child's Future Is in Your Hands", plus an introduction to the "Charting the LifeCourse" , and learning about Transition Timeline & Benefits with the Mass ...Read more
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Adult Autism Resource Fair: Reading. November 5th, with the Northeast Arc of Danvers Adult Autism Support Center. Meet resources and organizations to help with disability services for adult living. Meet and learn about: The Department of Developmental Services, Financial Assistance, Mental Health, Transition & Advocacy, Health & Fitness, Employment/Education, Recreation...Read more
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Transition-to-Adult Disability Resources Fair: November 13th, with the Marlborough Public Schools. * Connect with the following family and community services for students with disabilities: Department of Developmental Services (DDS), MassAbility (formerly MRC), Department of Mental Health (DMH), Best Buddies Pre-Employment...Read more
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Life Planning for Young Adults with Disabilities: Watertown, November 16th, with the Transition Center at Perkins School for the Blind. Free. Transition event focused on building an effective life plan for young adults with disabilities. Hear from experienced parents and professionals who will share strategies for creating a plan that empowers...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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