Special-Needs Financial & Legal Events in Massachusetts

All nominations must be sent to the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) by August 28th, 2025. The 2025 Meg Robertson Mobility Award honors the impact white canes and dog guides have on the lives[...]

Webinar, Winter & Spring 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, August 26th, 2025. Free. Join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property, keep[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, September 3rd, 2025, with Families for Depression Awareness in Waltham, MA. Free. In this webinar, Dr. Chris Segrin will guide you through four real-world scenarios caregivers often face supporting loved ones through depression. Learn practical[...]

Plymouth, MA. September 4th, 2025, with Plymouth County Family Support Inc.  Join Plymouth County Family Support for this free 2 part IEP workshop. Head into the new school year with a little more knowledge and[...]

Webinar, Setpember 5th, 2025, with SPAN of Massachusetts: Students in Massachusetts are no longer required to pass MCAS to graduate and receive a high school diploma. Parents, special education advocates and attorneys know from experience during[...]

Virtual and at all four Seven Hills Family Support Centers – Athol, Southbridge, Fitchburg and Lowell, September 8th, 2025.  Free. Are you prepared for the future of your loved one with a disability? Join us[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinar, September 10th, 2025, with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse Thinking and[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

Webinar, September 16th, 2025. Free. Join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property, keep[...]

Webinar, Winter & Spring 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, September 24th, 2025, with Epilepsy Foundation New England. Part of their Wedneday Webinar series. About the speaker: Attorney Annette Hines is also a mother, author, advocate and founder of Special Needs Law Group, Special[...]

Natick, MA, September 12th, 2025, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. Insurance can be complicated. This workshop will provide information on accessing services and supports throughout the lifespan, whether through employer insurance or MassHealth, or[...]

Webinar, September 30th, 2025, with the Charles River Center in Needham, MA. Presented by Sarah Jefferson, Mass Family Voices Coordinator at The Federation for Children with Special Needs. Participants will: Understand what supports and services are available[...]

Webinars, with the Mass Family Leadership Series. Learn how ideas become laws and how you can turn your concerns into action. This session will explore how to identify issues, shape them into policy, and work with[...]

Webinar, October 7th, 2025. Free. Join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property, keep[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Worcester, MA, October 9th, 2025, with the Massachusetts APSE state chapter of APSE, the Association of People Supporting Employment First. Partners in Progress Conference 2025. Come prepared to strengthen your networking skills, and connect with[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, October 22nd, 2025, with the Mass Family Leadership Series. Learn how to track bills, contact lawmakers, and stay informed about important policies. This webinar will guide you step-by-step through the site. * Mass Families[...]

Webinar, Winter & Spring 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, October 28th, 2025. Free. Join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property, keep[...]

Framingham, MA, with Virtual Options Available, November 6th & 7th, 2025. The A View from All Sides Conferences offers in-person and virtual sessions, networking opportunities, and exhibitors and resources from across the state. Both days[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, November 6th, 2025, with PLAN of MA & RI. Learn about Special Needs Trusts and how they can help you and your loved ones plan for the future. Learning Objectives: Understand the purpose of a[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinar, November 13th, 2025,  with the Mass Family Leadership Series. Learn how to share your personal testimony to advocate for your loved ones and influence positive change. Master the art of communicating your family’s unique[...]

Webinar, November 18th, 2025. Free. Join Fletcher Tilton Tax Attorney and Certified Elder Law Attorney Michael T. Lahti to discuss Estate Planning and Elder Law. Learn essential strategies on how to protect your property, keep[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinar, Winter & Spring 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Webinar, meetings throughout 2025, with the Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21). Join the conversation about Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) advocacy for changes to MA DDS Self-Directed Services to[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Application opens in January 2026, and closes in February, 2026, with the Doug Flutie Foundation in Natick, MA. For schools and organizations in Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Connecticut. * The Allison Keller[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Monthly Webinars, throughout 2025, with Autism Housing Pathways in Massachusetts. The Autism Housing Pathways’s Family Action Meetups (FAMS) are monthly opportunities for families to get together, learn about two housing models per month, and chat[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Boston and Virtual/Webinar option, with The Boston Center for Independent Living. Join the BCIL on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in[...]

Webinars, Summer, Fall & Winter 2025, presented by the Massachusetts’ Family Leadership Series. Every month, participants network with community members to share advocacy successes/struggles, share resources, and discuss hot topics.  This virtual meeting meets every[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]

Webinars: Fall 2025 – Spring 2026,  with The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, The Arc of Massachusetts, and the Institute for Community Inclusion. Join the new LifeCourse in Action series kick-off webinar, Introducing Charting the LifeCourse[...]