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Cool off this July with disability events for Massachusetts families, including: SEPAC planning, Dispute Options in Special Education, and Advocating While Black. Beat the heat with sensory events, and accessible swimming, sailing and surfing. Transition topics focus on a Fellowship for College Students/ Graduates with Disabilities, and Understanding Supported Decision Making. Summer Events Include:
• SEPAC Summer School for Massachusetts
• Parent Consultant Training Institute Training
• Caregiver Burnout: Finding Your Strength Again
• Advocating While Black
• Dispute Options & Due Process in Special Ed.
• Sensory Evening at the Botanic Gardens
• Accessible Beaches, Pools, Spray Decks
• Adaptive canoeing, kayaking & swimming
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• Transition to Adulthood Workshops & Webinars
Surfs up - enjoy this inclusive summer! Sharon Marie
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Dispute Options & Due Process in Special Education Webinar, July 24th. The Arc of Bristol County's Family Support Center will host Beth Doyle, Education Program Manager at the Mass Department of Developmental Services, to present this topic. Explore the different avenues for resolving IEP disputes ..Read more
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Advocating While Black: Webinar, July 25th, with the SPAN of Massachusetts. Advocate Cheryl Poe will explore the intersection of race, disability, and systemic inequities in special education advocacy. Designed for educators, professionals, and parent advocates who want to better understand and address the unique challenges..Read more
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Family Leadership Training for Special-Needs Caregivers: Charleston and virtual sessions. Apply by July 27th to the Federation for Children with Special Needs. Participants must be the parent or primary caregiver responsible for day-to-day care for youth ages 3-21 who have special health care needs, medical, behavioral, deveopmental...Read more
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Disability Advocacy Webinar: July 29th, with the Northeast Transition Collaborative Network in Danvers. Learn ways that friends, family, and self advocates with I/DD can advocate for rights on the the legislative, community, and and individual individual levels. Speakers: Nora Bent - Director of Government Affairs and...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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Sensory-Friendly Evening at the Botanic Gardens: Boylston, July 22nd. Advanced tickets required. For all agers. In partnership with HMEA’s Autism Resource Central, they invite individuals and families seeking a low-sensory, less crowded environment. Explore the gardens after hours, enjoy designated quiet spaces, art projects...Read more
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Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Sensory Event: Chatham July, 20, 23, 27, 30. 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 at a minimum, quiet space for individuals who...Read more
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Easterseals MA Recreational Swim: Worcester, Summer 2025. Free. Adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence in the water. Age breakouts: 5-12 , 13+ and adults. This program does not provide lessons...Read more
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Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard: Hingham, July 27th.This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome.
During the Sensory-Friendly Open Barnyard series, you’ll meet piglets, interact with goats, and explore...Read more
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Adaptive Surf Therapy for Individuals with Visual Impairments. Middletown, RI, August 8th, with Amp Surf New England. All people living with a visual impairment are welcome to register for one of the limited spots to experience the healing power of surfing. Other adaptive athletes: The host anticpagtes that there will be some spots available for adaptive athletes that are not visually impaired. Purchase a non VI Athlete ticket to be added to a waitlist...Read more
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Adaptive Canoeing, Kayaking and Rowing.
Throughout the summer and into early fall, adaptive and acccessible boating can be found across Massachusetts.
Canoing: Goshen
Kayaking: Boston, Cambridge, Clarksburg, Hopkinton, Worcester
Rowing Holyoke
Sailing: Boston
Surfing: Hampton New Hampshire ...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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Support Group for Late-Diagnosed Neurodiverse Adults of Color: Virtual Program, July 21st, with the AANE in Watertown. For adults of color, 21+, exploring neurodiversity later in life—whether through ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or other learning differences. Connect, share, and grow in a space that honors both your neurodivergence and cultural identity. Navigate the unique challenges...Read more
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Disability Transition Planning & Post Secondary Options: Webinar, July 25th, with PPal of Massachusetts. Secondary transition planning is a formal process to help students with an Individualized Education Program decide what they want to do after high school. Parents attending this workshop will learn about: Key Transition Laws, Transition Timelines and Assessments, Community Services & Supports...Read more
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Easterseals Youth Leadership Network: Worcester, July 26th, with Easterseals Massachusetts. This free group is open to join at anytime throughout the year to any youth with a disability 14 to 26. There is no commitment to participate. New and past participants are welcome to join into any group. YLN promotes self-advocacy and...Read more
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Dinah F. B. Cohen Fellowship for College Students & Recent Graduates with Disabilities: Application Deadline: July 31st, 2025, with Partners for Youth with Disabilities Services in Boston. The goal of the Dinah F. B. Cohen Fellowship Program is to provide college students and recent graduates with disabilities with professional skills and leadership opportunities. Open to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States without need for visa sponsorship or visa approval...Read more
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Transition to Adulthood Workshop: Attleboro, August 14th, with the Arc of Bristol County’s Family Support Center. Transition planning for students starts at age 14 in Massachusetts. Applications for adult services in many areas should take place at the age of 18. Join this training workshop to learn about: Transition timelines, How to address transition in your child's IEP, How to begin navigating adult services. Families will come away with a binder containing transition to adult services information...Read more
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Our Inclusive Camp Page for Massachusetts families lists over 100 programs in Massachusetts and Greater New England. The page shows programs starting alpabetically by name, with a "Load More" option to contine to view.
Additionally, the page also features an option to filter and search by town or region....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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