Therapeutic Music: Springfield
Springfield, MA, Fall & Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique
September 8, 2026
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Springfield, MA, Fall & Winter & Spring 2026, with Kehillah of the JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 5+. Rusty, Board Certified Music Therapist, has a unique
Frankin, MA, September 13- November 15, 2026. Franklin Free Kicks is a unified soccer program run by Franklin Special Olympics. This unified soccer program joins people
Webinar, October 27, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. Join an informative presentation on how changes made before a difficult moment can often make a
Webinar, October 21, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a
Webinar, October 14, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a
Webinar, October 7, 2026. The Lurie Institute for Disability Policy at Brandeis University, in partnership with the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center, is convening a
Wakefield, MA, Deadline to Apply for 2027 TBA. Are you a parent or caregiver of a family member with a disability who wants to build
Lexington, MA, October – November, 2026, with the Lexington, MA, Therapeutic Recreation Department. For ages 20 and older with special needs. This program is led
Webinar, October 6, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. The transition from high school to college is an exciting milestone, but it can also bring
Webinar, September 29, 2026, with the Autism Alliance of Metrowest. KUnderstanding behavior is an important part of supporting individuals with autism and other developmental differences.
Leominster and Southbridge, MA. Deadline to Apply for 2026/27 TBA. Are you a parent or caregiver of a family member with a disability who wants
Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester, MA, October 3, 2026, with the Charles River Center of Needham, MA. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of
Cambridge, MA, September – October, 2026, with Love Serving Autism. For ages 7 – 10 and 11- 18. Love Serving Autism’s empowers individuals with autism
Lexington, MA, September – October 22nd, 2025. The Lexington Recreation Department offers this program for ages 6 – 10 and 11 – 17. Adaptive Tennis
Webinars, September 22 – 28th, 2026, with the Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services. The DDS will be offering a new service in the Participant Directed
Manchester, NH, October 6, 2026. Chunky’s presents Lights Up, Sound Down Sensory-Friendly Showings. These events are screenings of newly released movies for children with autism
Warwick, RI, October 31, 2026, 4 p.m., at the The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England annual conference. Bring your best costumes, your most
Salem, MA, September 16th, 2026, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with the Disability Resource Center & the Salem Council on Aging. A fun and interactive
Lexington, MA, October – November, 2026, with the Lexington, MA, Therapeutic Recreation Department. For ages 6 – 12 with special needs. This program is led
Lexington, MA, October 3, 2026, with the Town Lexington, MA, Recreation Department. This event is sensory friendly, multi-generational, and fun for the whole family.* Celebrate
Lexington, MA, October 23, 2026. Reservations required. The Lexington Recreation and Community Programs will be hosting the annual haunted house with specified Sensory-Friendly Times. Come
Brighton, MA, October 3, 2026, with Mass General Brigham’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Adaptive Sports Centers. Free. The “Try Sled Hockey for Free” event is giving girls
Boston, December 5th, 2026. This concert is designed for families with children or adults with an autism spectrum disorder or sensory sensitivities. The program is
Springfield, MA, through November 7, 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. For ages: 11-19 years. This program provides recreational and enrichment
Springfield, MA, every Tuesday, Fall 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the Springfield JCC. An hour of pool time set aside each week
Providence, RI, October 1 – November 1, 2026. * Not a disability specific event, however the venue is wheelchair accessible, and has wheelchairs to that
Providence, RI, October 20, 2026, 5- 6:00 p.m. only. Designed for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences, this special night features
Springfield, MA, September 27, 2026, with the Kehillah Program at the Springfield JCC. Free. Join an informal meeting to learn more about what the Longmeadow High
Webinar, September 30, 2026, with McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA. Understanding ADHD in Adults: Signs, Diagnosis, and Strategies. Many adults living with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) spend
Wakefield, MA, September 13 – November 1, 2026, with the Wakefield Soccer Association. Free. US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a
Webinar, October 15, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. Autism Support Centers provide a wide range of resources, programs, and support for autistic individuals and
Webinar, October 13, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. This session will cover: What is advanced care planning? Educating healthcare professionals so they “know” your
Webinar, September 30th, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts Learn about the Blue Envelope Program, the new law, and the impact it has on drivers,
Webinar, September 29, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. After I’m Gone: Establishing a Semi-Independent Living Situation with Mike Ripp: Question + Answer Clinic *
Webinar, September 17, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. This session will summarize the entire Future Planning Guide planning tool and delve deeper into one
Wellesley, MA, October 22nd – November 12th, 2026. Golf skills program for athletes 15 years and older. Program will be held in Worcester on Sunday’s
Merrimack College, North Andover, September 13th – November 5, 2026, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. * Level 1 groups will be for children ages 2-7 with
Sunderland, MA, October 3, 2026, 9 – 5 p.m., with the Center for Human Development in Western Mass. Join “CHD’s All In Day” at a local
Arlington, MA, September 6, 2026, with the Capitol Theater and Creamery. The Capitol Theatre’s Sensory-Friendly Screenings are designed for all families with children or adults
Whately, MA, October 11th, 2026, 1 – 3 p.m. All ages and open to the community. Join Autism Connections at for a Trunk or Treat
Boston, MA, with Virtual Option, October 7, 2026. Join the Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities for their 2026 National Disability
Marlborough, MA, September 30th, 2026. Free Conference. The Massachusetts’ Department of Developmental Services presents Promising Practices for Deaf Services 2026CONFERENCE SCHEDULE8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Norwood, MA, October 16th, 2026, with the League School for Autism. The Speaker Spotlight or the Autism Empowerment Gala will feature special guest Dr. Temple
Webinar, September 23rd, 2026, with the Epilepsy Foundation of New England. Navigating the Individualized Education Plan – IEP This webinar will help families and those
Webinar, October 22nd, 2026, with the Peabody, MA, Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Open to the public. Mass Advocates for Children and Attorney Jennifer White
Northampton, MA, Fall & Winter 2026, with CHD’s All In Barrier Free Recreation. Held on every Thursday of each month. Dancers, regardless of ability, between the
Worcester, MA, October 1, 2026, with the Massachusetts APSE state chapter of APSE, the Association of People Supporting Employment First. This year’s theme is Collaborating
Worcester, MA, September 13 – November 22, 2026. Basketball skills program held at Holy Cross in Worcester on Sunday mornings from 11 am to 12
Webinar, September 17th, 2026, with the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity in Watertown, MA> June 13th, 2025, with Children’s Trust of Boston’s “Family Support Fridays”.
Merrimack College, North Andover, October 3 -November 5, 2026, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. * Level 1 groups will be for children ages 2-6 with and
Lynn, MA, September 12 -Novembe 14, 2026. Level 1 only. Young Athletes Level 1 Class. Special Olympics Massachusetts Level 1 Young Athletes is an inclusive sport
Lynn, MA, September 12 – November 14, 2026. Soccer skills program for athletes ages 8 and older. Program will be held in Lynn on Saturdays
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.
Webinar, September 16, 2026. Learn with Lurie is a monthly webinar series offering evidence-based autism education for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals. All webinars are
Webinar, September 16, 2026, with PPal of Massachusetts. Free. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or peer leaders with
Dartmouth, MA, September 9 -November 25, 2026. Train 4 Life is designed to support athletes aged 18 and older in achieving their full potential, both
Virtual Group, September 15th & 16th, 2026, with the Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
Webinar, October 13, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families
Webinar, September 29, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families
Webinar, September 15, 2026. Free. Part 1 of a 3-part financial wellness series that will discuss financial management and planning that is unique to families
Ashburnham, MA, September 13 -November 22, 2026. Young Athletes program for ages 6-12 in Ashburnham. Program will focus on track and field, and kickball skills.
Webinar, October 14, 2026, with the Family Empowerment of Western Massachusetts. Free. Know your rights. Webinar lead by Johanne Pino from Massachusetts Advocates for Children
Webinars, the 2nd Thursday of each month, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in MA. For SESPs, PCTI Graduates, & SEPAC Leaders – Join
Online, the first Monday of each month, with Autism Connections, a Pathlight program of ServiceNet of Western Massachusetts. Body Doubling/ Co-Working Power Hour Session for
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
Warwick, RI, October 31st, 2026. The SBAGNE “Across the Lifespan” is now open. This year’s conference will cover various related topics, featuring professionals and guest
Webinar, September 15, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant ONLY for parents/caregivers/family
Waltham, MA, November 14th, 2026. Join to connect, learn, and support each other’s journeys at the Supporting Every Step PWSANE 2026 conference. The Prader-Willi Syndrome
Somerville, MA and Virtual Option Hybrid Training Event, October 24, 2026. Free and open to all. The Engage Initiative and BRIDGE NET study team invites
Warwick, RI, March 19, 2027. Hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island. The Assistive Technology Conference of New England, hosted by TechACCESS of Rhode Island, is
Medway, MA, Cancelled due to inclement weather, with the Medway SEPAC. Join a sensory friendly family hayride and get a pumpkin. The farm has so
Springfield, MA and Virtual Options, September 10th, 2026, with Stavros Center for Independent Living in Western MA and the Disability Law Center of Massachusetts. Are
Lynn, MA, October 3, 2026, 10 a.m – 12 p.m., with the Bridgewell Family Support Center. From the event webpage: “We’re planning a fun-filled day
Cambridge, MA, with TILL Inc., of Dedham. For Neurodivergent Adults ages 21+. Springboard Social Club’s Mix & Match returns on Sunday, September 13 with a
Wakefield, MA, September – December, 2026, with Communitas of Wakefield. This is an adaptive Drama Club for creative people ages 18+. All abilities are welcome.
Winter 2026 & 27, with the Northeast Arc. Through swim classes, children can acclimate to the water while building comfort and confidence, while parents can
Springfield, MA, September 10 – October 29th, 2026, with the Kehillah Special Needs Program at the JCC of Springfield, MA. Join an adaptive, fitness pool
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
Fall 2026, with the Northeast Arc. Through swim classes, children can acclimate to the water while building comfort and confidence, while parents can learn about
Weston, MA, September 12, 2026. Calmer Con is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with sensory processing challenges, autism, and anxiety concerns while
Sheffield, MA, September 13, 2026. This event welcomes Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing children, families and guests. Join Willie Ross School for the Deaf at Le
Webinar, September 8, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Masschusetts. Join the September Statewide virtual meeting with Ayanna Freedom, LICSW, RYT 500. She
Online, With Family Voices at the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Application Deadline is August 24th, 2026, for the 2026/27 sessions. Free.
Medway High School, Medway, MA, October 16, 2026, 5 p.m., hosted by the Medway, MA, SEPAC. Come trunk or treat with the Medway Special Eduation
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
Polar Park in Worcester, MA, September 16, 2026, with THRIVE of Worcester. Designed for executives, senior leaders, managers, clinicians, HR professionals, and direct service leaders,
Webinar, September 29th, 2026 with the Northeast Arc of Danvers Northeast Transition Collaborative Network. This presentation will help begin building the bridge between school-based services
Hopkinton, MA, Fall, 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. For ages 12- 17, with but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, IDD,
Hopkinton, MA, Fall, 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. For ages 6 – 11, with but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD,
Norwood, MA, with Virtual Opportunties, October 6th, 2026, with Vision and Vision Loss Services at the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS). “Focus” on Vision Impairment &
Hopkinton, MA, Fall, 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. A creative and inclusive art class designed for individuals of all abilities. This class
Virtual Event, October 21, 2026. The Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council members are appointed by the Governor of Massachusetts. Members include persons who are knowledgeable about centers
Seven Hills (Chelmsford) – October 20, 5:30pm-7:30, 2026. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast
Edinburg Center (Bedford) – October 15 4:30pm-6pm 2026. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast
Communitas (Wakefield) – October 6, 2026 12pm-2pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region
Bridgewell (Peabody) – September 21, 2026, 12 – 2 pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in
Waystone’s Inclusion Center (Lawrence)- September 17, 2026, 1:30 – 3 pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers
Northeast Arc (Danvers), September 15, 2026 12pm-2pm. The Department of Developmental Services’ (DDS) Office of Human Rights and Family Support Centers in the Northeast Region
Hopkinton, MA, Fall 2026, with the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. For ages 18+ with but not limited to Autism, Down Syndrome, IDD, LDs, ADHD,
