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Massachusetts' disability events this Spring offer:
• Caring Bunny & Inclusive Family Egg Hunts
• Conferences supporting Autism / Profound Autism, Epilsepy, Arts Therapy, and Vision Impairment.
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• Strategies & Resources for the New IEP Form
• Assistive Technology Fair in Danvers
• Autism & the IEP
• Camp Fairs & Inclusive Recreation
• Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair in Malden
• College & Transition Fair for Students with Learning Differences in Woburn
• "Housing 101” Disability Workshop
This is the time of year for planning summer structure and creating successfull transiton-to-adult lives. Sharon Marie
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Leominster SEPAC Spring Safety & Resource Fair: March 15th. An event for the whole family. There will be representatives from police, fire, emergency management, some local autism agencies. Plus activities for kids inside as well as a touch a truck event outside. Learn about: First Aid, CPR, Fire Safety. Family Resources...Read more
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Disability Resources & Camp Fairs 2024: (The Camp Fairs are not disability-specific).
* Boston Parents Paper’s Virtual Camp & Summer Expos - through June.
* Westford - Camp & Activities Fair: 4/6
* Peabody- Disability Community Resource Fair: 4/20
* Weymouth - Disability Resoure Fair: 4/23
* Franklin - Disability Resource Expo: 5/4 -...Read more
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Autism & the IEP: Webinar, March 18th, with the AANE in Watertown. Join a workshop with Q&A for parents and guardians on the ins and outs of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with Asperger profiles. Learn what their staff look for when conducting IEP reviews. Topics include: Autism-specific considerations for the concern statement, Accommodations, Transition...Read more
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Strategies and Resources for the New IEP Form: Dedham, March 22nd, with the League School. The new Massachusetts IEP form was released with mandated use to begin during the 2024-2025 school year. This event is designed to provide useful information provided by some Early Adopter sites as well as districts involved in early training...Read more
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Recognizing Sensory Processing Challenges & Empowering Your Child: Webinar, March 27th, with the Andover, SEPAC. This parent workshop is focused on recognizing and understanding sensory processing challenges and the impact on children and families. Discuss OT support strategies that are part of the educational model and target ways that parents can help empower their children at home...Read more
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Inclusive Recreation for All Ages
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"Bunny Cares" & Inclusive Egg Hunt/Bunny Events
* Bunny Cares - Malls in MAs, CT & NH: 3/15
* Hingham, Bunny Bash , Arc of the South Shore: 3/29
* Holyoke- Sensory Friendly Egg Hunt: 3/23
* Medway - Sensory-Friendly Egg Hunt: 3/30
* Newton - Inclusive Easter Celebration: 3/16...Read More
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Junior Wheelchair Tennis Clinic: Hanover, March 25th. Free. Clinics focuses on ages up to 18 and beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. This organization helps the growth of wheelchair tennis among youths with disabilities. Learn wheelchair tennis in a fun and supportive environment at your level. Sports wheelchair and rackets are available...Read more
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"Wizard of Oz" ASL, Open Captioning & Sensory-Friendly Performances: Acton, March 15th - 17th, with Open Door Theater. Featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Discounted tickets for EBT, WIC and ConnectorCare Cardholders. All shows will be: Relaxed/sensory friendly, interpreted into American Sign Language and Audio Described - March 22nd - 24th all shows will...Read more
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Inclusive Team Sports
* Auburn: TOPSoccer
* Belmont - S.P.O.R.T. Inclusive Track
* Bridgewater -Inclusive Flag Football
* Ipswich/Cape Ann: TOPSoccer
* Leominster -Challenger Baseball
* Middleboro - Little League Challenger Baseball
* North Reading - TOPSoccer
* Wilmington- BEYONDTOPS Soccer...Read More
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Special Olympics
* Amherst -Special Olympics Young Athletes
* Belmont - S.P.O.R.T. Program Special Olympics Volleyball
* Framingham - Special Olympics Tennis
* Framingham - Special Olympics Track
* Worcester - Special Olympics Basketball
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Miracle League Baseball for Youth & Teens: Acton April 27th - June 2024. The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides an opportunity for those with disabilities to play baseball as part of a team in an organized, non-competitive league. Games will be similar to the Miracle League except they will play...Read more
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Miracle League Baseball for Adults: Acton, May - June. The Adult Miracle League program is for athletes 22 and older. The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides an opportunity for those with disabilities to play baseball as part of a team in an organized, non-competitive league. Games will be similar to the Miracle League except they will play...Read more
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Transition & Adult Events
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"Housing 101” Disability Workshop: Webinar, March 18th, with the Charles River Center of Needham. This presentation introduces families to the range of public funds available to pay for housing and supportive services (including for those without DDS supports). Examples are given of how these can be combined with private funds to create ...Read more
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Disability Transition-to-Adult Resource Fair: March 20th, hosted by the Malden and Medford Offices of Special Education. Free and open to the public. Exhibitors will represent services for: Vocational/Job Training/Support, Independent Living Skills, Adapted Education, Recreational Opportunities, and Supported Housing. Speakers include a Student Benefits Counselor /Transition with...Read more
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College & Transition Fair for Students with Learning Differences: Woburn, March 27th, with the Woburn SEPAC. Learn about continuing education opportunties for students with learning differences. Open to ALL students. Colleges and Program attending include: Curry College, Dean College, Easterseals Massachusetts ,MGH Aspire Program, Mass Rehab Commssion, North Shore Community College, Partners for Youth with Disabilities, Westfield...Read more
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Disability Transition Series: Plymouth, March 20th - April 24th, with Plymouth County Family Support Inc. Discuss all things transition. Topics include: Chapter 688 process, Adult Eligibility determinations, Guardianship, and Social Security. Hear from guest speakers from the Massachusetts' Department of Developmental Services...Read more
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Listening Session on Employment - for Family Members Webinar, March 21st, with the Massachusetts' Department of Develomental Services. This invitation is extended to: Family members of people who receive community-based day supports or employment services through DDS. This session will not cover day habilitation services. Your experience as family members will help create...Read more
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Listening Session for People who Receive Services from DDS: Webinar, March 22nd, with the Massachusetts' Department of Developmental Services. Who can come to this session: Anyone who receives employment or Community Based Day Support Services. The DDS wants to learn more about your experience with community-based day supports (CBDS) and employment...Read more
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Guardianship or Supported Decision Making? Webinar, March 20th, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport. Join the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport as they collaborate with community partners to help educate parents/caregivers of transition age youth...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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