Before Accepting a Diploma: Must Know Information!

 

DEADLINE APPROACHES for a 2026 Family Grant from Neurodiversity Support for Children

 DON'T DELAY!

There is 1 week left to apply for a 2026 Family Grant from Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc. to help fund a neuropsychological evaluation, behavioral health treatment, &/or advocacy & legal services. Please share with Massachusetts families who may need these services. https://www.neurodiversitysupportforchildren.com/family-grants

 

FAMILY GRANT PROGRAM
Empowering families. Fostering resilience. 

NSC provides financial assistance to families with a neurodivergent child (ages 1-17). Financial assistance is offered to families for neuropsychological evaluations, advocacy services, and research-supported therapy.​

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​Grant amounts:

• up to $5,000 per family

 

Who is eligible: 

• Neurodivergent children who have a diagnosed or suspected developmental, neurological, social, learning, &/or psychological disability
• Massachusetts resident
• Parents/guardians should be able to clearly outline their need for financial assistance and plan for usage of grant funds. 
• Parents may apply once every calendar year; there is a limit of 3 awards per family.

 

 

 

 

Any questions, please contact Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc. directly: https://www.neurodiversitysupportforchildren.com/contact

Adult Transition Program in Western MA.

 Now Enrolling: Adult Transition Program

(Ages 18–22)

Embracing Life’s Path

We’re excited to announce that our Adult Transition Program currently has openings for young

adults ages 18–22 who are ready to build independence, confidence, and essential life skills as

they transition into adulthood.

🌱 Program Focus Areas

💬 Social Skills

Build meaningful connections, improve communication, and develop positive relationships.

🏠 Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Learn practical life skills that promote independence at home and in the community.

💼 Vocational Skills

Gain job-readiness experience and prepare for future employment opportunities.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

Give back to the community while building teamwork, responsibility, and confidence.

📣 Ready to Learn More?

If you or someone you know could benefit from a supportive, hands-on transition program,

we’d love to connect!

📞 Contact us today 413-525-1500

📧 Email: info@embracingthecreativechild.com

Supporting young adults on their path toward independence and success.

Intro to DDS ¡en español ! Introduction to DDS in Spanish!

¡Únase a nosotros e invite a sus familias a unirse a nosotros para una presentación solo en español sobre cómo funciona DDS!   Please join us, and invite your families to join us, for a Spanish only presentation on how DDS works!     Nov 06 Descripción General De Los Servicios De DDS Como familiar de un niño con una discapacidad del desarrollo, quizás se pregunte sobre los apoyos que ofrece el Departamento de Servicios del Desarrollo. Acompañe a Joemary Rodriguez De Jesus y Leilani Paniagua, para abordar preguntas como: • ¿Cómo se califica para el DDS? • ¿Qué tipo de recursos hay disponibles a través del Apoyo Familiar? • ¿Cómo es la transición a los servicios para adultos? ¡Todos los padres, tutores, cuidadores u otros familiares son bienvenidos a asistir, en cualquier momento de su proceso!

TRANSITION FAIR: 4/2/2025

 

The popular Transition Resource Fair is coming!

 

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.  Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School 80 Locust Street Northampton, MA 01060

 

Attendee Registration

 

The Transition Resource Fair focuses on future options for high school students as they and their families plan their transition from DDS children’s services to adult services. The event provides an opportunity to meet with representatives of many organizations. The Fair is a free resource event open to the entire community.    We respectfully request that you register for the fair so we will be prepared for the correct number of attendees, however registration is not required. Registration is required for requests for Spanish interpretation, and must be received by March 24.  If you have additional questions, please email joanne.lucey@servicenet.org.

 

The Transition Resource Fair is sponsored by Family Empowerment and the Department of Developmental Disabilities. If your organization would like an Exhibitor table, please email joanne.lucey@servicenet.org for more information and to register. Family Empowerment is a Pathlight program of ServiceNet. Family Empowerment/ServiceNet | 11 Village Hill Road | Northampton, MA 01060 US

FREE 5 Part Series Workshops on Special Education in Spanish

The Federation for Children with Special Needs, Central/West DDS Regional Office, Multicultural Community Services, and Centro are all teaming up to present a five-part series on special education, in Spanish, on the following topics:

 

Introduction to US Schools- October 8

Basic Rights: Evaluation and Eligibility- October 22

Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP- November 5

Basic Rights: Transition Planning- November 19

Bullying: What Parents Need to Know- December 3 

 

Each presentation will be held from 10 AM-12 PM, completely in Spanish, virtually via Zoom. Some family support centers will host watch parties at their center (for more information about the watch party ask your local support center).

 

Registration link https://fcsn.org/event/serie-de-entrenamientos-sobre-educacion-especial-en-espanol-2/

 

With gratitude,

Rebecca

Rebecca Davis (She/Hers)

Director of Transition Projects

rdavis@fcsn.org

 

Federation for Children with Special Needs   

www.fcsn.org  ● 800.331.0688 ● 617.236.7210   

800-841-2900 (TTY:711) Monday-Friday 8am-5pm   

 

FCSN is working with MRC on the NextGen Careers Initiative.  Click here to learn more! 

   

Community Event in Spfld. MA.

 

MOSAIC-MAKING & STORY-TELLING & School Education-Advocacy Questions For FAMILIES

You’re Invited to Craft and Chat with Us! Join us from the Support Network

(funding provided by W. Mass Dept. of Mental Health)

AUGUST 24, Thursday, 1:00 -2:30

Mason Square Branch Library 765 State St., Springfield

Please bring: yourself/ children who may enjoy a simple craft and English/ Spanish story reading (target ages 4-12)

RSVP TO: Jan Lamberg jlamberg@wmtcinfo.org TEXT: (413) 387-7161