SPED Child & Teen website listings this week include:
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Free & Accessible Pools Across Massachusetts
Outdoor Swimming Pool Lifts are at all of the State Parks and Recreation's pools. The pools are free. Find them in Attleboro, Brockton, Brighton, Chicopee, Clinton, Fall River, Fitchburg...Read More
Accessible & Direct Paths to Buzzards Bay Beaches
Horseneck Beach State Reservation, Demarest Lloyd Memorial State Park, and Fort Phoenix Beach State Reservation will be the first Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) beaches to have …Read More
Accessible Beaches/Beach Wheelchairs in Massachusetts
The DCR Universal Access Program for Massachusetts state parks allows free use of the chair, however a companion is needed to push. Reservations are required. Parks include: Artesani, Bear …Read More
Chromebooks as Assistive Technology for Learners with Special Needs: Workshop
Boston Easter Seals - August 16th, Worcester Easter Seals - August 17th. Hands-on workshops that cover Chromebooks as technology for learners with various special needs, including students with visual impairment, dyslexia, dysgraphia…Read More
Sensory Movies, Fun & Recreation that Includes ALL Abilities
Sensory Storytime - Waltham
Waltham Public Library, July 30th. For children with autism or other developmental disabilities who are biologically or developmentally aged 3 - 6 and their neuro-typical peers. There will be Books, Songs & quiet Read More
Free Outdoor Movies in Boston
The Prudential Center, the Hatch Shell, and Boston Harbor Hotel will offer free, outdoor, family-friendly movies. Please check with each venue for accessibility and if ASL and other accommodations can be arranged. …Read More
AMC Sensory Friendly "Ghostbusters"
AMC Sensory Friendly "Ghostbusters", July 26th, 2016, In Boston, Braintree, Burlington, Danvers, Framingham, Methuen, North Darthmouth, Somerville, and Tyngsboro. AMC Theater Sensory Friendly films provides...Read More
Adaptive Kayaking in State Parks
Adaptive Kayaking in Goshen, Natick, Waltham, & Worcester, July 14th - September 1st. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in State parks. Cost for most …Read More
Did You Find an Inclusive Camp Yet?
Our Camps 2016 page has information on over 100 inclusive and special-needs summer programs in Eastern, Central and Western Massachusetts. Now is the right time to find the perfect program for your child. Read More
Especially for Me! For Deaf or Hard of Hearing Kids
July 30th, Discovery Museums, Acton. For Families with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Children. RSVPs required. Held in conjunction with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program of Children's Hospital Boston. Kid are welcome to enjoy …Read More
Adaptive Summer Skating
Cronin Rink in Revere, August 31st, 2016. The Skating in Summer Social is hosted by the Universal Access Program for an afternoon of skating, socializing, and snacking. Join people of all abilities to skate and …Read More
Adaptive & Accessible Canoeing
Erving, Wendell, Westfield, July 12th - August 23rd. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in some Massachusetts State parks…Read More
Summer Ice Hockey for Special Needs
Endicott College in Beverly, July 29 & 30. For players with developmental disabilities, the American Special Hockey Association (ASHA) gives people of all ages and abilities a chance to learn and grow by playing hockey…Read More
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Health Care For All Community "Listening Sessions"
Worcester Public Library - July 20th, Lowell - July 27th, Plymouth - July 28th, Boston/Children With Special Needs Listening Session - August 18th....Read More
Let's Get Organized
Newburyport Senior & Community Center, August 1st. Discover ways to keep track of your child's IEPs, evaluations, progress reports, doctor reports, test results, and more. This Family Ties of Massachusetts workshop …Read More
Camp CreATe Assistive Technology Conference
Concord, NH, August 1st - 5th. A hands-on experience making, taking, and exploring Assistive Technology for home, school, work, and play. For individuals with disabilities or their family members, educators…Read More
Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference
Sturbridge, October 27th. The goal of this conference is to provide tools to help you be the advocate your child needs in life to succeed. Learn about laws that give you the right to request services for your child …Read MoreAutism Events, Family Fun & Grants
Walk & Kickoff Event - Western Mass
Wilbraham, July 20th. Free. An opportunity for area families to learn more about autism resources in your local community, meet up with other families, learn about the Autism Speaks Walk and...Read More
Walk & Kickoff Event at Cowabungas' - NH
Hookset, NH, July 28th. Free. A family event for area families to join Autism Speaks Northern New England at Cowabungas Inflatable Playground, and learn more about the upcoming walk, autism resources in your local community…Read More
Water & Safety Scholarships for Autism
Applications deadlines are August 15th & November 7th, 2016. This fund is not for individuals, only for organizations that provide qualified swimming and water safety lessons specifically for individuals with autism…Read MoreTeens & Young Adults
Community Based Day & Employment Supports Forum
Fitchburg, The Arc of Opportunity, July 27th, 2016. This will be a brainstorming session for Community Based Day and Employment Supports programming happening …Read More
Making the "Real Lives" Law Real!
Middletown, September 13th. This event is designed to provide an opportunity for individuals to use self-advocacy skills to participate in decisions about current service delivery, future…Read More
