Receiving a new diagnosis can be a life changing experience for caregivers. This interactive workshop is geared toward caregivers of young children. It provides support and general education about autism spectrum disorder, the treatments available, and community services available to families.

Registration is Required. Reserve your spot by contacting us at LurieCenter@partners.org or 781-860-1700. Virtual meeting links will be emailed to all confirmed registrants prior to event day.

Receiving a new diagnosis can be a life changing experience for caregivers. This interactive workshop is geared toward caregivers of young children. It provides support and general education about autism spectrum disorder, the treatments available, and community services available to families.

Registration is Required. Reserve your spot by contacting us at LurieCenter@partners.org or 781-860-1700. Virtual meeting links will be emailed to all confirmed registrants prior to event day.

Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: Preschool Outcomes and State Systemic Improvement Plan.

Translated flyer available here.

Register at: https://fcsn.org/dese-indicators/

Receiving a new diagnosis can be a life changing experience for caregivers. This interactive workshop is geared toward caregivers of young children. It provides support and general education about autism spectrum disorder, the treatments available, and community services available to families.

Registration is Required. Reserve your spot by contacting us at LurieCenter@partners.org or 781-860-1700. Virtual meeting links will be emailed to all confirmed registrants prior to event day.

Webinar: Supporting the Mental Health of K-12 Students

Thursday, October 5 @ 11am ET

There’s no question that teachers and faculty members at elementary, middle, and high schools play critical roles in the educational growth of the students in their care.

Join us as Mills Smith-Millman, PhD, offers an overview of proven strategies for supporting the mental well-being of students in kindergarten through high school, discusses mental health training options for school professionals, and answers audience questions about common mental health conditions impacting children and adolescents.

K-12 educators, faculty, and parents will learn to promote the positive mental health of their students, how to recognize and address signs of mental illness in kids and teens, and where they can turn for resources.

Register Now

Can’t join our session live?
Sign up anyway! You’ll receive a recording by email a few days after the webinar.

Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education in Education and Preschool environments. Translated flyer available here.

Register at: https://fcsn.org/dese-indicators/

Learn about the Federal Indicators for Special Education: Suspension & Expulsion. Translated flyer available here.

Register at: https://fcsn.org/dese-indicators/

DISABILITY COMMISSION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

The Disability Commission will hold an Advisory Board meeting on September 20 at 5:30 p.m.

JOIN THE ONLINE MEETING

• Call-in number: 1-312-626-6799

• PIN: 810 0893 4107‪#

DISCUSSION TOPICS

1. Agenda

   • Meeting Called to Order

   • Introductions

   • Approval of Minutes

   • Presentation

   • Chair’s Report

   • Advisory Board Member Spotlight

   • Commissioner's Report: Kristen McCosh

   • Architectural Access Report: Patricia Mendez

   • Announcements

   • Old Business

   • New Business

   • Public Input

   • Adjournment

   Next meeting: October 25, 2023

Receiving a new diagnosis can be a life changing experience for caregivers. This interactive workshop is geared toward caregivers of young children. It provides support and general education about autism spectrum disorder, the treatments available, and community services available to families.

Registration is Required. Reserve your spot by contacting us at LurieCenter@partners.org or 781-860-1700. Virtual meeting links will be emailed to all confirmed registrants prior to event day.

Boston SpEdPAC Board Meeting via Zoom

Thurs., Aug. 31, 2023, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Boston SpEdPAC Board Meeting via Zoom

Thurs., Aug. 24, 2023, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Next Meeting:

Aug. 31

All people and families affected by autism are offered COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION to the Stars of the Spectrum Concert at the ICONIC Fenway Park on August 24th! Get your ticket here.

Flutie Foundation STARS of the Spectrum 25th Anniversary Concert, Thursday from 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM EDT at Fenway Park, 4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215, USA

Doors and concessions for purchase open at 5 pm, concert starts at 6 pm.

This is the ONLY concert that is by autistic artists and for the autism community!

The event will be INCLUSIVE and ACCESSIBLE with audio, accessibility, and respite space accommodations for people and families with autism. 

The first 500 people affected by autism who register will receive an exclusive commemorative concert poster SIGNED by STARS of the Spectrum performers!

Easterseals Youth Leadership Network is a FREE group open to join at anytime throughout the year!

 The Youth Leadership Network is open to any youth with a disability 14 to 26. There is no commitment to participate. New and past participants are welcome to join into any group.

 Through the support of Mass Rehab Commission, the YLN promotes self-advocacy and self-awareness for teens and young adults with disabilities ages 14 to 26.

 All groups and events feature fun, interactive discussions about communication, teamwork, community service, disability rights, career interests and employment skills.

We hope you can join us!

In-Person Group

Boston - Saturday August 19, 12:00 - 2:00

Easterseals Boston Office, Non-Profit Center

89 South St.

Boston, 02111

Monthly in-person YLN groups are open to new and returning members of the YLN.

Free lunch or snacks will be provided. Please RSVP below or by emailing Youth@eastersealsma.org if you plan to attend a group.

Cancellations will be emailed to those who RSVP as well as posted on our Facebook page.

Boston SpEdPAC Board Meeting via Zoom

Thurs., Aug. 17, 2023, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Next Meetings:

Aug. 24

Aug. 31

Celebrate summer in Boston at the beach! Join us on Saturday, August 12th for Beach:Ability!

This family-friendly event is accessible, free, and open to the public! Pack your towel, sunscreen, beach umbrella, and sandals and join the Triangle, Inc. community for a fun day in the sun!

Click here to register now!

First 100 people to register will get a free lunch!

When: Saturday, August 12, 2023
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kayaks will be available from 11am-2pm with our friends from Piers Park Sailing Center!

Where: Constitution Beach
East Boston, MA 02128
Near the Orient Heights MBTA Stop

Rain date: TBD

Boston SpEdPAC Board Meeting via Zoom

Thurs., Aug. 10, 2023, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Next Meetings:

Aug. 17

Aug. 24

Aug. 31

Chuck E. Cheese opens early from 9am-11am on the first Sunday of every month for all families with children with autism and other special needs. Through our Sensory Sensitive Sundays program, we’re able to offer families a quieter dining and entertainment environment, dimmed lighting and a sensory-friendly arcade experience. Our sensory-friendly events also include a trained and caring staff to ensure each guest has a safe, fun-filled visit. All family members are welcomed, and admission is always free- families would just purchase the points to play games and food if wanted. This gives children a chance to play in an environment that that’s not over stimulating before we open to the general public. https://www.chuckecheese.com/sensory-sensitive-sundays/