The goal of My Gym Challenged America Foundation is to provide equipment and services that enhance the quality of life and improve the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children who are physically or developmentally challenged and those coping with chronic illness.
A MDF toolkit, support groups, family connections, webinars, and conferences to educate affected individuals, the medical community, and community at large.
Athletic ride-along program for children, adults and veterans with disabilities to participate in triathlons or road races; pro- vides equipment needed to allow Captains to participate.
Works on behalf of children 0-8 with a primary focus oneduca- tional and developmental services and resources.
Organization’s website includes Find A Clinic and free discount pharmacy card. Clinics may provide a range of medical, dental, pharmacy, vision and/or behavioral health services.
people with mental illness and their family members
Dedicated to providing education, support, and advocacy for people with mental illness and their family member
Promotes high-quality programs for individuals with disabilities and their families and advocates for access to alternative place- ments and services. Free on-line referral service.
A non-profit community milk bank operating under the guide- lines of the Human Milk Banking Association of North America. Provides donated, pasteurized human milk to babies in fragile health.
Supports families of young children and expands access to affordable, quality early childhood education. Funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. MECA is administered by its Lead Agent, Discovery Schoolhouse, Inc.
Supports people with disabilities throughout their lives. Pro- grams include Early Intervention, after-school/after-work, recre- ation, camps, and adult day services.
Creates memories for children ages 5-25 who have sustained long- term injuries. Child’s primary care physician must write a letter of recommendation for the program.
Unites families with their critically ill newborns in the NICU. Works to reduce NICU admissions through prevention, education and research.
Helps families overcome financial obstacles by flying their seri- ously ill children to receive proper medical care and to get second opinions. Accepts financial and frequent flyer mile donations.
An all-volunteer, non-profit organization that gives children with disabilities a chance to play baseball as part of a team in an organized league at no cost to their family.
A pageant for girls and young women with disabilities provides opportunities to build self-esteem in a supportive environment.
Informative website, educational and networking opportunities for the community. Marcel’s Way Family Fund provides grants to individuals affected by Mitochondrial Disease.
Information and referral, multicultural services and advocacy for children and youth with disabilities. Runs inclusive after-school program for youth ages 6-22 that are DDS eligible.
Modest Needs is a national nonprofit empowering members of the general public to make small, emergency grants to low- in- come workers who are at risk of slipping into poverty.
Raise and train capuchin monkeys to act as live-in companions for individuals with physical disabilities.
This ultra-accessible family fun park offers an atmosphere of inclusion.
Works to put parents of children with MPS in touch with each other. Website offers “Ask the Parents” section. Also offer scholar- ships for education, experiences, and medical needs.
Focuses on at-risk families and foster care; services include Early Intervention, Parent Centers, daycare, after-school programs, family counseling and support programs.
Collects and categorizes a wide range of valuable resources re- lated to mental health and wellness for the benefit of the general public as well as educators/mental health professionals.
Provides medical and psycho-social supports, services and referrals to families who are affected by the 43 related diseases.
Disseminates technical information regarding availability and use of assistive devices for individuals with disabilities.
Provides education & awareness about eating disorders & their underlying causes, in order to develop a compassionate commu- nity that promotes hopefulness & supports.
An online resource with links to articles, policy statements and reports for anyone interested in creating a medical home for children and youth.
A nonprofit mental health advocacy organization. Resource Center serves the general public by providing literature, referrals, and technical assistance. Emergency Telephone Number: 800- 273- 8255. Comprehensive guide to mental health on-line, featuring over 7500 individual resources.
Helps coordinate free air transportation for individuals seeking medical treatment. Also hosts Operation Iraqi Freedom OIF- and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF-for veterans and their fami- lies call 888-662-6794 for details).
Inspires community involvement to support children with special needs, chronic and life-threatening illnesses through the Happy Hope Bag project.
Run by disabled artists to help them meet their financial needs. Members paint with brushes held in mouths or feet.
Dedicated to finding the causes, treatments and ultimately the cure for Multiple Hereditary Exostoses and to providing support and information to families living with this rare bone disorder.
Advocates and educates for home learning as an alternative to public or private schooling. Dedicated to maintaining and broadening homeschooler freedoms.
An independent state agency of the Supreme Judicial Court. Advice and legal representation on treatment rights, custody and visitation matters, guardianship abuse, insurance discrimi- nation, educational rights, housing bias, and mistreatment.
ILCs are controlled and directed by persons with disabilities, for the purpose of empowering people with disabilities to advocate and take control of their lives.
Focuses on issues important to military families including child care, health care, spouse employment, secure retirement, and support for widows and widowers.
Serves as a resource to the commonwealth on issues affecting grandparents raising grandchildren, under the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Staff can offer Information and Referral Services.
The MGA website is maintained exclusively for informational pur- poses and does not constitute legal advice. MGA does not offer legal advice or recommend private attorneys.
Association serving 52 community health centers through advo- cacy, technical assistance, training, and development. Patient Referral Line: 800-475-8455.
Website offers a comprehensive patient section on how to find a doctor, speakers, patient safety, medication information, health- care proxy information, and an online newsletter.
Offers training and technical assistance to help organizations develop and sustain high-quality mentoring programs.
Provides information concerning pertinent legislation, issues impacting housing and community development programs.
A statewide service hosted by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs; offers information and referrals for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Mass. Report Card allows parents to learn about local public schools, find out how well they perform, and compare them with other schools from across Massachusetts. The tool is available at:
Uniting caregivers around the need for respite, improving coordi- nation of services, training and recruitment of respite providers, developing a statewide plan for respite provision and advocat- ing for funding and services.
Dedicated to granting the favorite wishes of children between ages 2 ½ and 18 who have been diagnosed with life-threatening medical conditions.
Works with the Deaf Community to meet the interpreting needs of Massachusetts residents by enhancing the quality and availability of sign language interpreters.
One-stop searchable directory of public, private, and accessible transportation options in Massachusetts. Ideal for seniors, peo- ple with disabilities, or anyone who doesn’t have access to a car. Website: www.massridematch.org
Home-based, center-based and school consultations for children who have Autism, brain injury, behavioral health, or develop- mental disability. Residential and year-round programs provide education and vocational training to individuals ages 2.9-22. Programs are based on applied behavioral analysis (ABA).
Day and residential school provides 24 hour care and services to individuals ages 5-22 with brain injury, neurological disease or neurobehavioral disorders. Program is based on applied behav- ioral analysis (ABA).
Home-based, center-based and school consultations for children who have Autism, brain injury, behavioral health, or develop- mental disability. Residential and year-round programs provide education and vocational training to individuals ages 2.9-22. Programs are based on applied behavioral analysis (ABA).
Assists families to affordable housing; regional provider of rental voucher assistance to disabled, and low/moderate income resi- dents of Boston and 29 surrounding communities.
MBTA’s paratransit service; provides door-to-door transportation to those who are unable to use public transportation because of physical, cognitive, psychiatric, or sensory disability.
Persons with disabilities are eligible for half-fare bus and train passes. For more information or to apply, contact your local transit authority.
Oversees licensure of physicians. Online resources include physician profiles, Patient Complaint Line, office-based surgery guidelines, and tips on financial issues related to healthcare.
Promotes opportunities for people with developmental disabil- ities to enhance independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion, including conference funding.
The loan program provides low- or no-interest loans to modify the homes of elders, adults and children with disabilities.
Persons with diagnosed diseases or disorders which substan- tially impair or interfere with mobility are eligible for HP license plates or placards.
