Parenting Neurodivergent Children Support Groups
Virtual Support Groups, through December 2026, with the Parent Helping Parents of Watertown, MA. Supporting parents with children whose brains process, learn, or behave differently. This support group is open to anyone parenting a neurodivergent...
Mental Health Support & Speakers for Boston Metro Communities
Virtual sessions the first Thursday of each month in 2026, with guest speakers, through the Metro Boston Recovery Learning Community. This is a peer-run community in the Metro Boston Area for people who have been...
Accessible Beaches & Beach Wheelchairs Across Massachusetts
Accessible Beaches/Beach Wheelchairs in Massachusetts. Find beach mats to the water, sand beach wheelchairs and floating beach wheelchairs in Massachusetts state parks with the DCR Universal Access Program. Contact the beach or park in advance...
Accessible Pools & Spray Decks Across Massachusetts
Accessible Swimming Pools, Spray Decks and Wading Pools at Massachusetts’ State Parks. The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation’s Universal Access Program provides outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state parks for visitors of all abilities.*...
Challenger Baseball in Danvers
Danvers, MA, May 30th – September 30th, 2026. The Danvers National Little League Challenger program Adaptive Baseball Program baseball is division designed to provide children and young adults with physical, developmental, or intellectual challenges the...
Inclusive Hockey with the South Shore Ice Dragons: Plymouth
Pembroke, MA, May – August 2026, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Youth Special Hockey. South Shore Ice dragons Special hockey is a program for players, ages 5 yrs and up through adulthood, with physical,...
Sensory-Friendly Swim Hour: Springfield
Springfield, MA, Spring & Summer, 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. An hour of pool time set aside each week forKehillah friends who might benefit from a supportive, low-sensory swim...
Golfing with the Massachusetts Para-Golfers Association
Canton & Weston, MA, Summer & Fall, 2026. The Massachusetts ParaGolfer Association (MPGA) promotes recreational and competitive adaptive golf for players with visual impairments, amputations, loss of mobility, and spinal cord injuries. * MPGA provides...
Adaptive Rock Climbing in Western Massachusetts
Hadley, MA, Summer 2026, with CHD’s All In Barrier Free Recreation, Adaptive rock climbing meets the first and third Monday of each month, 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Open to anyone 4 years old and over with some upper body strength.
* Adaptive rock climbing equipment available for use at no charge.
* No more than 8 climbers allowed per session so space is very limited.
* Everyone entering the gym, including spectators and volunteers, must sign up through the Central Rock climbing website each time.|
* Participants may only be signed up for no more than 2 sessions at a time.
Fees apply, registration is required to the web icons below.
Para Open Rowing for Individuals with Physical and/or Intellectual Disabilities
Brighton, MA, June – August 2026. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. Para Open Rowing – This program is ideal for new rowers and recreational...
Grant for Local New England Area Therapeutic Programs
Applications accepted June 1st – September 1st, 2026, with the Genesis Foundation in Boston. They offer a limited number of grants available to fund clinical, educational, and therapy programs for children and young adults with...
Teen Para Rowing for Individuals with Physical and/or Intellectual Disabilities
Brighton, MA, June – August 2026. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. Teen Para Rowing – The Para Rowing Teen Group will be an introduction...
Black Autism Coalition Support Groups
Virtual Groups, every 2nd and fourth Saturday of each month. With the Black Parent Autism Coalition in Fitchburg, MA. You are not alone. A safe, supportive space for parents and caregivers of autistic children and...
Parent Consultant Training Institute For Massachusetts Families
Online, July 27th – October 4, 2026, with the The Federation for Children with Special Needs PCTI program in Massachusetts. Join the 2026 Asynchronous Parent Consultant Training Institute (PCTI) – a training program designed to...
Para Rowing for Individuals with Physical and/or Intellectual Disabilities
Brighton, MA, June – August 2026. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. Para PR3-ID Rowing – Summer – Tues & Thurs – 6pm, Jun 30,...
Ask The Advocates! Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins
Virtual, with the Arc of Bristol County, the first Wednesday of each month. Ask The Advocates!Monthly Virtual Drop-Ins. Do you have questions about the special education process? Wondering how to request evaluations from your student’s...
Therapeutic Horseback Riding: Burlington
Andover / Burlington, MA, July – August, 2026, with the Burlington Recreation Department. In partnership with Burlington’s Disability Access Commission and Ironstone Farm – thirty minute private lessons at Ironstone Farm therapeutic riding program. *...
Inclusive Dance & Movement: Chicopee
Northampton, MA, Summer, 2026, with CHD’s All In Barrier Free Recreation. Held on the first Thursday of each month. Dancers, regardless of ability, between the ages of 4-22 (with some wiggle room) will learn and...
Para Rowing Intake – New Participants Only
Brighton, through October 31st, 2026. With Community Rowing in Brighton. There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of physical...
Inclusive Challenger Baseball for Youth & Adults: North Shore
Lynn, Massachusetts, regsitration through September 30th, 2026. The Alice O’Neil Challenger Little Leaguer division was established in Lynn over 20 years ago as a separate division of Little League Baseball to enable boys and girls...
Inclusive Arts & Crafts for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 6th – September 21st, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. * Create, explore, and have fun! Enjoy arts and crafts in a supportive, all-inclusive environment. * Express...
Inclusive Basketball for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 6th – August 21st, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. Shoot hoops and join in. All abilities welcome. This is a non-competive sport program.* Shoot, pass, dribble, and have fun.* Learn basic...
Adaptive Swim & Open Swim in Greater Boston
Dorchester, Roxbury, West Roxbury, through September 2026, with BCYF aquatics. Designed for swimmers who may have struggled in traditional classes but thrive with extra attention and a slower pace. This program welcomes individuals with: •...
Inclusive Walking Club for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 7 – September 22, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. TRAIL BLAZER CLUB – For ages 16+ with disabilities. Walk, explore, and have fun.* Join a walking club in a supportive, allinclusive...
Inclusive Yoga for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 7th – September 22, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Stretch, move, and have fun! Enjoy yoga in a supportive, allinclusive environment. Build flexibility, improve balance, reduce...
Inclusive Music & Movement for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 28th – September 23rd, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. * Move, groove, and have fun. Join Music & Movement class in a supportive, all-inclusive environment. * Enjoy...
Inclusive Bowling for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 8 – September 23, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Strike up a new friendship by beating your own best score. This is a non-competitive group.* Ball, gutter,...
Inclusive Cooking for Teens & Young Adults: Concord
Concord, MA, July 9th – September 24, 2026, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Cook, create, and have fun! Join a 12-week cooking program in a supportive, all-inclusive environment. * Learn...
Accessible Martial Arts Virtual Classes with Easterseals MA
On line, Summer & Fall, 2026, Thursdays, with Easterseals MA. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques.* For...
Social Networking for Adolescents & Young adults on the Autism Spectrum
In person and online with UMass Lowell, twice a month, throughout 2026. A social networking program for adolescents and young adults on the autism spectrum. Offering both in person and virtual (Discord) events. Please see...
Special Olympics TopGolf Skills: Canton
Canton, MA, July – August, 2026. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. No prior golf experience required. Program...
Special Olympics Young Athletes – Level 1: Roxbury
Roxbury, MA, July – August, 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to...
Special Olympics Trackr Skills Center: East Boston
East Boston, MA, July – August, 2026. STrack skills program for athlete between 8 and 22 years of age. Program will be held in East Boston on Saturday mornings from 10:30 am to 11:30 am...
Special Olympics Basketball Skills Center: Roxbury
Roxbury, MA, July – August , 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held in Roxbury on Saturdays from 11am to 12 noon, starting July 18th through August 29th....
Special Olympics Young Athletes Level 1: Dorchester
Dorchester, MA, July – August, 2026. Level 1. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to 7 years...
Special Olympics Basketball Skills: Dorchester
Dorchester, MA, July – August, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 to 15. Program will be held in Dorchester on Saturdays from 11am to 12 noon, starting July 18th through August 29th. No...
Special Olympics Young Athletes – Level 1: South Boston
South Boston, MA, July – August, 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2...
Special Olympics Track and Field Skills: South Boston
South Boston, MA, July – August , 2026. Meets are on Mondays from 5:45pm to 8pm at various locations in Boston. Check-in will begin at 5pm.* Participants will be grouped by age and gender and...
Special Olympics Young Athletes – Level 1: Lawrence
Lawrence, MA, July – August, 2026. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities (ID), ages 2 to...
Special Olympics Basketball Skill for Ages 13+: Lawrence
Lawrence, MA, July – August, 2026. Basketball skills program for athletes ages 8 -22. Program will be held in Lawrence on Sunday mornings from 11am to 12 noon starting July 19th through August 30th. No...
Sensory Friendly Hours at the Sunderland Public Library
Sunderland, MA, Thursdays, 2026. The library is open to everyone during their Sensory Friendly Hours and features a modified, more accessible environment. Everyone is Welcome – all patrons are welcome to visit the library during...
Miracle League “Fall Ball” Baseball: Western Massachusetts
Holyoke/Springfield, MA. Waitlist only. For more information visit the registration link below. Games will be: September 13, 20, 27 and October 4, 18, 25, 2026.* For boys and girls ages 4-19 who have physical and...
Northeastern Mass Pop Warner Adaptive Cheer
Winchester, MA, Fall 2026 season, with Winchester Pop Warner. Registration is now open for the 2025 season. This adaptive cheerleading program welcomes athletes from all surrounding towns. For all non-neurotypical children ages 5–18. The program...
Transition to Adulthood Disability Trainings
Webinars, the first Thursday of each month, with the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Join Diomaris Nieves-Lopez and Jayleene Noyes, Transition Coordinators from the North Shore Area Office of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS),...
Adaptive Kayaking: Worcester
Worcester, MA, August 2026, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Join UAP’s adaptive kayaking program -run by partner All Out Adventures. Paddlers will travel in small groups (pods) to explore the pond....
Adaptive Sailing in Boston
Boston, MA, through October, 2026, with Community Boating. Community Boating’s nationally recognized Universal Access Program allows individuals to take responsibility for their learning, push themselves to overcome challenges, and experience the freedom sailing offers.* With...
NAMI Massachusetts Family-to-Family Mental Health Support: Cape Ann Communities
Webinar Series for Families in the Greater Cape Ann, MA, communities, Summer/Fall 2026, with the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) Cape Ann Massachusetts Chapter. The course provides family caretakers with education about mental health...
Grupo de Apoyo Familia
Virtual vía Zoom: mensualmente, hasta 2027, con Bridgewell Family Support Center, Peabody, MA. Presentado por: Heidi Suriel, Administradora de Casos de Apoyo Familiar. Un grupo de apoyo en español para padres y cuidadores de niños y adultos...
Inclusive Senior Sports for Ages 45+: Wakefield
Melrose, MA, August 19 – September 23, 2026, with Communitas of Wakefield. Free to all participants. For adults with disabilities. Are you over the age of 45 and looking to get more active? Train to...
Special Olympics Train 4 Life Fitness: Kingston
Kingston, MA, August – November, 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 16 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass pre-and-post-biometric...
Special Olympics Train 4 Life Fitness: East Longmeadow
East Longmeadow, MA, August – November, 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 16 and older in achieving their full potential, both on and off the field. The 12-week program will encompass...
Accessible & Adaptive Sailing: Boston
Boston, MA, August 24th – 26th, 2026, with Spectrum Sailing. Free. *20 participants will be selected by lottery to attend. Spectrum Sailing, 501(c)(3), provides free, inclusive sailing opportunities to autistic youth across the country. During...
iCanBike Adaptive Program: Somerville
Somerville, MA, August 24th – 28th, 2026, with the Somerville Recreation Department. iCan Shine is a non-profit organization that teaches individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle using adapted bike equipment. For those...
Inclusive Music Therapy for 16 thourgh Adult: Wakefield
Wakefield, MA, August 25 – December 8, 2026, with Communitas in Wakefield, MA. For ages 16 through adult with all disabilities. These music therapy groups led by Roman Music Therapy are a unique musical place for...
“Path to Healing” Peer Group led by Sexual Assault Survivors with Disabilities
The Fourth Tuesday of Each Month, with the Massachusetts Disabled Persons Protection Commission. An independent state agency, the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) protects adults with disabilities ages 18 through 59 from abuse or neglect...
Caring for the Caregiver
Southbridge, MA, August 26, 2026, with Seven Hills South Valley Family Support Center. Free. 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm English and Spanish speaking caregivers welcome. Take a well-deserved break and join a special evening created...
Overview of Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line Training
Webinar, August 26th, 2026, with the Bridgewell Center of Peabody, MA. Presented by Gail Cavanaugh-McAuliffe The Behavioral Health Help Line is a service of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, operated by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership...
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) & New In-Home Skill Building Program
Webinar, August 26, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. A webinar about new resources for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and a new in-home skill-building support program. * Learn about the newly launched ADU Incentive Program from...
Mindfulness for Siblings
Webinar, August 27, 2026, with the Massachusetts’ Sibling Support Network. Siblings with or without disablities are welcome to join. The session offers a dedicated space to step away from everyday responsibilities, slow down, and reconnect...
Massachusetts Office on Disability’s Accessibility Compliance Webinar
Virtual Events, October 15th & 22nd, 2026. Beginner CAM Training: Beyond Wheelchair Ramps. The MOD’s Community Access Monitor (CAM) Training is a three-part training series on surveying buildings for accessibility and advocating for accessibility compliance...
Special Needs Family Day at the Cummington Fair / Western MA
Cummington, MA, August 28, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Cummington Fairgrounds – 97 Fairgrounds Rd, Cummington, MA. 3:00–5:00 PM. Join Families Like Ours for a private, sensory-friendly afternoon at the fair.* This special time is...
Level 4 Wheelchair Tennis Competition: Hanover
Hanover, MA, August 28th – 30th, 2026. As part of the South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation 10th Anniversary celebration, they are hosting the Level 4 South Coast Wheelchair Tennis tournament. Mark your calendars for a...
Sensory-Friendly Mornings at Revolutionary Spaces: Boston
Boston, MA, August 28th, 2026, with Revolutionary Spaces in Boston. Free for all visitors ages 18 and under. Revolutionary Spaces’ Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Old State House offers special early open hours designed for visitors...
Special Olympics Flag Football in Haverhill
Haverhill, MA, August – November, 2026. The Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport and Special Olympics are hositing the Haverhill Stars Unified Sports Flag Football Team. * Starting August 29th* For Boys & Girls Ages 16+* Season Runs...
Sensory Friendly “Paw Patrol – The Dino Movie”
Hingham, MA, August 29th, 2026, with the Arc of the South Shore. The theater ambiance will be lighter, the movie volume will be lower, and the pressure to be still and quiet will be off...
Accessible Adventures: A Fun Day at Deer Island
August 29th, 2026, 12 – 3 p.m., with the Winthrop Commission on Disabilities, MWRA, Mass Advocates Standing Strong, Access 2 Community and Friendship, WINARC, and Division of Marine Fisheries. Free. Join in on going to...
Adoption Meet & Greet for Children with Disabilities in Massachusetts
Bridgewater, MA, August 30th, 2026, with the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange. Meet children with varying levels of support needs from across the state. Activities will include group games and arts & crafts. Light refreshments will...
Adaptive Indoor Climbing for For All Ages
Somerville, MA, August 31, 2026. Adaptive Climbing Group-Massachusetts All Ages Adaptive Climbing Sessions includes youth participants. Everyone is encouraged to come climb – accommodations and equipment will help climbers with any disability get on the...
ADHD Parent Support Group in Northampton
Virtual, September 1, 2026, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2026, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Drop in Discussion Group.This monthly, education and support group is for parents and caregivers of...
Navigating Transition Workshop Series
Online Series, the first Tuesday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Join the FCSN on the first Tuesday of each month from 6-7 to hear from experts on...
Disability Support Group for Adult Caregivers
Virtual Support Groups, with the Bridgewell Center of Peabody, MA. The first Wednesday of each month Caregivers of adult with an intellectual disability meet monthly to share successes, challenges, questions – And also the knowledge...
Supporting Siblings of Youth with Autism, Developmental Disabilities & Mental Health Needs
Virtual Event, the first Thusday of each month, 2025, with UMass Chan Medical School | Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Worcester, MA. Free. For parents & caregivers, regardless of the age of the children. This includes all...
Aging with Grace: Strategies to Maximize Nutrition & Hydration for Adults with Down Syndrome
Webinar, September 3rd, 2026, with the The Center on Down Syndrome & Aging at the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress. Part of the Center’s webinar series exploring the unique experiences and challenges associated with aging for individuals...
“Beyond the Spectrum” Autism/ASD Art Class
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, September 5, 2026. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including Asperger’s Syndrome,...
Sensory-Sensitive Swim on Fridays: Springfield
Fall/Winter 2026, with the JCC Springfield. * Facility includes a heated, six lane pool.* Entry to the pool includes stairs, ladder, and handicap lift access.* The pool area also includes a mid-sized wading pool.* Specially designed...
Adaptive Sensory-Friendly Song & Movement Program for Ages 3-8
Salem Public Library, Salem, MA, Summer/Fall 2026. Family Circle Time is ann adaptive sensory-friendly song and movement program for children to share with their caregiver/family. * This program brings families together to learn and play...
Sensory-Friendly Play Sessions: Every Child Initiative in Peabody
Peabody, MA, the first Saturday of each month, 2 – 4 pm, with the North Shore Children’s Museum. The museum supports all families and children with different sensory processing needs. To ensure that friends with...
“Morningstar Access” Boston Children’s Museum
Boston, MA, September 5th, 2026, 8 – 10 a.m., “ALL MASKS ON” event. Morningstar AccessMorningstar Access offers children with special needs/medical needs the opportunity to visit the Museum at a time when there are only...
Sensory Storytime at the Waltham Public Library
Waltham, MA, the first Saturday of each month. Join in on sensory-friendly songs, stories, and playtime in this accessible storytime. This storytime is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, neurodiverse children, or those who do better in...
CP Soccer for Kids with Cerebral Palsy, Stroke or Traumatic Brain Injury
Framingham, MA, Fall 2026. Dates are only an estimate. Please contact the host for exact dates. Free. CP Soccer New England will once again partner with New England Youth Amputee Soccer this fall to offer...