Webinar, October 28, 2026, with Your Access Advocates of Worcester, MA. Are you interested inlearning more about the Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program at Your
Webinar, October 21, 2026, with Your Access Advocates of Worcester, MA. Are you interested inlearning more about the Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program at Your
Webinar, October 7, 2026, with Your Access Advocates of Worcester, MA. Are you interested inlearning more about the Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program at Your
Webinar, November 30, 2026, with the Bridgewell Family Support Center of Peabody, MA. Presented by Johanne Pino, Project Outreach and Training Coordinator, Young Adult Leaders
Webinar, October 30, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. The Parenting Power-Up Parent/Caregiver Connection and Support Group with Zack LaVergne, Family Support
Webinar, October 30, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League in Massachusetts. The Parenting Power-Up Parent/Caregiver Connection and Support Group with Zack LaVergne, Family Support
Billerica, MA, November 14, 2026, with the Billerica SEPAC. Join ua free community resource fair connecting families of children with disabilities and special needs with
Webinar, October 21, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. Free for Parent and Caregivers. PPAL’s Statewide meetings are meant only for family
Northampton, MA, November 5, 2026, sponsored by Family Empowerment, ServiceNet,and the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Hampshire County Area Office
Webinar, August 18, 2027, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm.
Webinar, July 14, 2027, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm.
Webinar, June 16, 2027, with the MGH Lurie Center for Autism in Lexington: Learn with Lurie webinars are held monthly on Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm–7:30pm.
Virtual Statewide, October 2 – November 20, 2026, with the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Alliance of Mental Illness / NAMI Mass. Free. NAMI Family-to-Family is
Webinar, October 15, 2026, with Bridgewell of Peabody, MA. This workshop will address the transition planning and services required for youth with disabilities ages 14-22
Virtual, November 18, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Sensory Processing: Beginning Strategies for Parents Part 1. Why does my child cover their ears? Why do
Virtual, October 7, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Sensory Processing: Beginning Strategies for Parents Part 1. Why does my child cover their ears? Why do
Virtual Groups, October – December, 2026, with the Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest at Framingham State University. A welcoming space for
Webinar, October 1, 2026, with the Chris Walsh Center for Educators and Families of MetroWest at Framingham State University. Free. Hear a framework to help
Webinar, October 14, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts Free PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners,
Webinar, September 22, 2026, with the Wayside Youth and Family Support Network in Framingham. Parent-Peer Partnership Program Having trouble communicating your concerns to your child’s
Boston Univeristy with online Options, October 16th, 2026, with The Dyslexia Foundation. The 2026 theme will be Dyslexia in Schools: ADHD, Anxiety and Dyslexia. More
Danvers, MA, October 1, 2026, with the Northeast Arc. The workshop will be led by Parent Advisoy Member Jenn Corsino. Join us a hands-on workshop
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
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.
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
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,
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
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
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 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
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
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.
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,
Swampscott, MA, September 26, 2026, 2 – 4 p.m. With the Swampscott Commission on Disability. Free and open to the public. Open to all ages and
Webinar, September 22nd, 2026, with Aspire Living and Learning of Leominster. Today’s children and adolescents are growing up in an increasingly high-pressure environment where academic
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.
Virtual, November 3, 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,
Virtual, October 6, 2026, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2026, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Effective Strategies for Promoting Emotion
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,
Virtual, August 4th, 2026, 6:30, p.m., and the first Tuesday of each month through 2026, with Valley ADHD. Free. Topic: Advocating for Your Child with
Framingham, MA, October 24th, 2026. The Arc of Massachusetts 2026 Transition Conference theme is Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. This full‑day
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
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
Miércoles 13 de agosto a las 11:00 a. m. vía Zoom, con Bridgewell Center of Peabody, MA. Presentado por Leah Arteaga. La Behavioral Health Help
Webinar, August 5th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Connecting Families invites the whole family to an interactive evening with
Webinar, August 20, 2026, with the Celiac Kids Connection at Boston Children’s Hospital. The start of a new school year brings excitement and for families
Plymouth, MA, August 12, 2026. The Plymouth Family Resource Center provides community-based, multi-cultural, support groups, parenting programs, assessment services, information and referral resources, and education
Virtual Event, July 14, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. A conversation created specifically for fathers of children with disabilities.
July 23rd, 2026, with Disability Advocates Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR). Disability Advocates is hosting the Advancing our Healthcare Rights (DAAHR) virtual forum on changes
Webinar, July 23rd, 2026, with the Arc of Massachusetts. The landscape of disability rights is shifting. From the new federal interim final rule on Medicaid
Newton, MA, July 19th, 2026. Free.Join Understanding Our Differences, Newton’s Commission on Disability and the Newton Free Library for the Newton Disability Pride Celebration 2026.
Northampton, MA, and Virtual, July 14th, 2026. Co hosted by MassAbility. Join the third in a series of community conversations, hosted in partnership with MassAbility,
Charlestown, July 25th, 2026, with the Federation for Children with Special Needs in Massachusetts. Spaces are limited: For youth and young adults with disabilities ages 16–21,
Deadline, July 31st, 2027, with Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc., in Ashland, MA. NSC provides financial assistance to families with a neurodivergent child (ages 1-17).
Deadline, July 31st, 2026, with Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc., in Ashland, MA. NSC provides financial assistance to families with a neurodivergent child (ages 1-17).
Worcester, MA, July 27th, 2026. Youth MOVE Massachusetts and the Statewide Young Adult Council (SYAC) are hosting their annual Young Adult Advocacy Day event. Join
July 13 & July 15 (8:30-12:30pm in person) July 17 8:30-10:30am (remote), with the Massachusetts’ Statewide Family Engagment Center. Registration deadline – July cohort: June
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
In Boston with Virtual Option, November 21 & 22, 2026. Mental Health Conference 2026 — a hybrid international conference inviting mental health professionals, researchers, teachers,
Webinar, August 11th, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with
Webinar, August 5th, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with
Webinar, July 22nd, 2026, with the Arlington MA Public Schools. Youth Mental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training for adults who frequently interact with
Ayer, MA, July 9th, 2026, with LUK, Inc. and Nashoba Boards of Associated Health. The Fitzpatrick Collaborative. This training is a blended format, and has
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
University of Massachusetts Lowell, October 6th, 2026. The University of Massachusetts’ Lowell School of Education Fall Symposium is Special Education in Massachusetts: Past, Present, and
JFK Library, Boston, July 9th, 202. With the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. The 14th Annual Stephanie Moulton Safety Symposium focuses on Promoting Safety Through
Dalton, MA, June 26th, 2026, with the The Berkshire office of Autism Connections. Free. Join the free, community party to show your support for individuals
Pittsfield, MA, October 21st, 2026, with Families Like Ours. Whether you’re a parent, educator, healthcare provider, employer, neighbor, friend, or simply someone who wants to
Webinar, June 17,, 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
Dedham, MA, June 27th, 2026, with Delta Projects Disabled Persons Protection Commission. EmpowerFest is a free community event designed to promote wellness, self-expression, social connection,
Virtual Group, June 18th, 2026, with the Northeast Recovery Learning Community in Lawrence, MA. This is a weekly Peer Support group on Thursdays from 12-1pm
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,
Northeast and Central Regions, Applicaton Deadline is June 14th, 2026. The Metro region is announcing the 2026 Family Leadership Series for caregivers in the Metro
Holyoke, MA, October 24th, 2026. 2026 Theme – The Joy in the Journey: Recharging Our Passion for Play and Nurturing Self-Care. The Massachusetts Association is
Boston, MA, October 26th, 2026. The Providers’ Council is the largest statewide membership association for community-based organizations providing social, rehabilitation, education and health care services.2026
Worcester, MA, June 4th, 2026, with the Worcester Public Schools Nursing Department& Special Education Parent Advisory Council. An informative presentation featuring: The Department of Public
Webinar, June 15th, 2026. The Boston Center for Independent Living’s Pre-Employment Services is hosting a virtual LinkedIn workshop called Let’s Connect on LinkedIn! This workshop
Virtual Event, June 17th, 2026, with Families Like Ours in Great Barrington, MA. Join us an informative round table discussion with Rania Markham, Founder of
Webinar, June 9th, 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
Braintree, MA, Town Hall, June 10th, 2026, with the Braintree Special Education Parent Advisory Council. For all ages and abilities. Come and celebrate the winners
May 26th, 2026, with LUK, Inc. and The Fitzpatrick Collaborative pf Pepperell. Just like regular first aid, Youth Mental Health First Aid is a way
Middleborough, MA, May 28th, 2026, with the Parent Information Network. Hear Gina Gallagher and Patricia Terrasi, real life sisters, Massachusetts natives, parents of children with
Danvers, MA, May 11th, 2026, with the Northeast Arc Autism Support Center. Thsi event will be limited to twelve attendees. Topics covered:* What is autism +
Salisbury, MA, May 19th, 026, with the Arc of Greater Haverhill Newburyport. Caregiver/Parent Role: Bring the documents you would like included in your binder. Documents
Boston, MA, May 17th, 2026, with the Respite Group at Boston Children’s Hospital in collaboration with the Federation for Children With Special Needs.This event is
Webinars, May 12th, 2026, with the Parent Professional Advocacy League of Massachusetts. PPAL workshops are meant for parents, caregivers, family members, individuals, family partners, and/or
Webinar, May 13th, 2026, with Commonwealth Learning Center in Needham, MA. Geared toward parents of students in grades K-5, but some strategies are adaptable for
Webinars with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Last Tuesday of each month through June 2026: June 30. I’ve Been There is
Webinars with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Last Tuesday of each month through June 2026: May 26, and June 30. I’ve
Webinars with the Federation for Children with Special Needs of Massachusetts. Last Tuesday of each month through June 2026: April 28, May 26, and June
Virtual, May 21st, 2026, with the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network. Space is a bi-monthly, participant-directed Zoom gathering for adult siblings of individuals with disabilities. It’s
Webinars, June 17, 2026, free. Want to understand how the state is assessing your child’s school when it comes to special education? The FCSN and
Webinars, May – June, 2026, free. Want to understand how the state is assessing your child’s school when it comes to special education? The FCSN
Webinars, April – June, 2026, free. Want to understand how the state is assessing your child’s school when it comes to special education? The FCSN
