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February 15th, Franklin, MA. Author of The Explosive Child and Lost at School, behavioral specialist Dr. Ross Greene, will discuss his focus on kids with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Details on ADD/ADHD Page.
Special-Needs Family Resource Fair for All Ages & Abilities:
February 12th, Natick, MA. Resources serving Boston, Metrowest and Eastern Massachusetts will include Schools, Therapists, Teen and Young Adult Programs, Camp and Recreation Inclusion programs, Therapists, Educational Services, and more. Details on Home Page.
"Focus" on Vision Loss & Intellectual Disability Conference:
February 14th, Norwood. For family members, services providers, nurses, advocates, clinicians or anyone who works with those who have intellectual disability and vison loss. See the Assistive Technology/Physical Page.
Boston Disability Conference - "Visions of Community":
March 10th, Seaport World Trade Center. Registered attendees may get free bus transportation from the Lawrence, Springfield, Taunton and Worcester areas. Keynote speaker will be Dan Habib, author of Including Samuel. Workshop topics will cover School Discipline, Insurance Challenges, IEPS, Special Education Law, iPad Technology, Siblings and more. Partial scholarships may be available. More info on the Home Page.
Special-Needs Camp Fair & Expo:
March 11th at Framingham High School. All ages and ability camp fairs February 4th-Beverly, February 6th-Newton, February 11th - Littleton, February 18th-Marlborough, plus a Spina Bifida weekend camp for girls. See those and over 70 special-needs summer programs on our Camp Page.
Massachusetts Down Syndrome Conference:
March 17th, Worcester. For people with Down Syndrome, parents and family members, educators and professionals. Workshops for young adults, siblings, educators and parents will cover advocacy, inclusion, healthy living, networking and more. For more information see Home Page.
Inclusive & Specialized Summer Programs for Your Child:
Free and open to the public, February 9th, Cambridge. Meet rrepresentatives from the Office of Special Education, Department of Human Services, and private enrichment and after school programs that serve the disability community. See Camp Fairs on the Camp/Camp Fairs 2012 page.
Tax Time and Disabilities:
Guest columnist and certified special needs planner John Mahoney gives us a few pointers about earned vs. unearned income, filing requirements for trusts, government benefits of SSI and SSDI, possible tax credits for disabilities, and more. See our Financial and Legal Page.
Caring for Children, Teens & Young Adults with Behavioral, Mental & Emotional Challenges: January - February, NAMI Basic Course in Leominster and Waltham. Parent-to-Parent NAMI 12-week courses offered in Cambridge, Holyoke, Lexington, Pittsfield, and in Spanish in Jamaica Plain. See Mental Health Page.
Transition Services and Job Skills Training Open Houses:
February 8th in Springfield, February 9th in Worcester. NEBA's open houses will have information for teens, young adults and parents about their Transition Services, Job Skills Training and more. See Teens and Young
Adults on the Home Page.
Public Hearing For Early Intervention Services:
February 6, Northampton, February 9, Marlborough. Families with young children, professionals who serve young children and families, and officials from any state agencies with responsibilities for services to children and families are encouraged to come and speak on the upcoming changes or related concerns. See Events - All Ages on the Home Page.
Transition, Day & Employment Options for Ages 18 -22:
Free, February 9, Whitinsville, MA. The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and other agencies will share information, handouts and more for Transition and Day/Employment options for those with disabilities between the ages of 18 - 22. Teen and Young Adults on the Home Page.
Housing & Support Services for Adults with Disabilities:
February 5th & Wednesday, March 7th, Waltham. Discover disability adult services, especially supported housing options, how to begin the housing search, and options for supported living. See Teens and Young Adults on Front Page.
Planning a Life - Making the Most Out of High School:
February 3 & 4, Charlestown. Federation For Children with Special Needs conference is free for families in Boston, Worcester and Springfield, scholarships may be available for others. Find answers for Massachusetts transition planning information and resources about students in special education ages 14-22. Registration required. See Teens and Young Adults on the Home Page.
Adaptive Winter 2012 Fun for All Ages and Abilities:
Enjoy adaptive Ice Skating and Sledding, Cross-Country Skiing, Indoor Adventure Games and more at parks across Massachusetts throughout winter and spring. Most are free or low cost. See Events - All Ages on the Home Page
Autism and Disability Parent Workshops:
In Southborough, February 9th - Potty Power-Toilet Training Young Children, and March 8th, Literacy and Children with ASD. Part of the NECC Winter and Spring 2012 Parent Workshop Series. Details on Autism and Aspergers Page.
Discover All of Easter Seals' Services For Your Family:
Free and open to the public, February 2nd, Upton. Easter Seals representatives will cover the AT, Camps, Child Development Centers, Job Training, Physical Rehabilitation, and many more of their services that help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals. See Home Page.
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