Low-interest loan program for the purchase of assistive technol- ogy equipment, coordinated by EasterSeals Mass.
Providing support to parents of children who have Dyslexia and their community of support.
Statewide association of 24 Community Action Agencies in Mas- sachusetts; enhances the ability of community agencies to better provide emergency assistance to people in crisis.
Provides integrated comprehensive care coordination to people enrolled in MassHealth that have complex lifelong needs. MCCN takes the best resources and matches the supports to each person’s needs.
Advocates for effective medical research and treatments, pro- vides information and supportive services to help patients, their families and loved ones cope more effectively.
Information, support, resources and education for persons with Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS/ CFS-and Fibromyalgia FM), as well as supporting advocacy and research.
Committed to helping people with mental illness find employment, housing, education, services and support in the community. Recovery/ rehabilitation centers called “Clubhouses.”
Provides recreation and rehabilitation programs including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, early intervention, day care, and Personal Care Attendants.
Provides recreation and rehabilitation programs including physical therapy, occupational therapy, therapeutic riding, swim and aquatics, speech therapy, early intervention, day care, and Personal Care Attendants.
Dental referral service for children with special needs, low in- come dental assistance by application.
Brings together families who want to talk to someone who un- derstand their situation.
Offers a comprehensive, current Resource Guide for grandpar- ents raising grandchildren; offers legal support at 1-866-778- 0939; offers local support groups across the state, information and resources.
Provides education and promotes awareness of Lyme Disease, both acute and chronic and other tick borne illnesses.
Foster care program for children with emotional and behavioral issues due to abuse and/or neglect. Also has Host Home program for children with developmental disabilities. Other services in- clude supported living, transitional programming and post-pro- gram care.
A nonprofit association of Chapter 766-approved private schools dedicated to providing educational programs and services to students with special needs.
The Maggie Welby Foundation offers grants for children and families that have a financial need for a particular purpose in- cluding help with bills, athletic opportunities, medical needs, or an opportunity that a child would not otherwise have.
Coordinates services to families who are affected by SIDS or other causes of infant mortality; 24-hr. counseling, home visits, parent support groups and parent-to-parent contacts.
Year-round adaptive recreational programs for people with physical disabilities ages four and up.
Parent support to families of children with visual impairments; speaker meetings, internet resources, quarterly newsletters, social events and legislative advocacy opportunities.
School programs, conferences, workshops, consultation, and research on bullying, cyberbullying, and violence prevention.
To improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, pre- mature birth and infant mortality; research, community services, education and advocacy.
National support network for people with Marfan syndrome or related connective tissue disorders. Online community.
Established in 1982 to fulfill the special wishes of children ages 3-17 who have been diagnosed as having a terminal or life- threatening illness by providing and arranging special wishes.
Committed to supporting brothers and sisters of people with disabilities by creating welcoming communities for siblings across the lifespan.
Assistance to children who do not fit the criteria for social service programs. Applications for assistance are filled via confidential request from school principals, counselors, and nurses.
Investigates and oversees allegations of abuse by caretakers to persons with disabilities ages 18-59 in state care and private settings. 24-HR. HOTLINE: 1-800-426-9009
Free information on Adult Secondary Education GED/HiSet prep, ESOL reading, writing, math and citizen classes for adults offered throughout Massachusetts.
Provides outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state and urban parks for visitors of all abilities. Free admission to state parks for indi- viduals with disabilities.
Offers free or low-cost specialized phone equipment and basic telephone service to individuals with a wide range of disabilities.
Provides means for individuals with hearing loss or speech dis- ability to communicate via a text-based device for relay phone conversations (TTY-TTD); those using a regular phone can com- municate through relay with those on a text-based device.
Coordinates free compassionate flights on small aircraft for pa- tients of all ages and families members needing transportation because of a difficult medical situation.
Offers support, networking, resources, and hope to families affected by a congenital heart defect.
Advocates, promotes education, supports research, and offers emotional support and support groups for patients, family mem- bers and caregivers for those affected by liver diseases.
Advocates, promotes education, supports research, and offers emotional support and support groups for patients, family mem- bers and caregivers for those affected by liver diseases.
Advocates on behalf of behaviorally challenging kids and their parents, teachers, and other caregivers and to provide free, web- based resources. Founded by child psychologist and author Dr. Ross Greene.
CAPV has launched a new Look4Help Public Resource Directory for residents who live in Franklin and Hampshire counties and North Quabbin, western MA looking for housing, transportation, food resources and more.
Offers resources on adaptive equipment and training to family members of individuals with special needs.
Services, information and referrals, consultation, training, materials, and research programs for families in which a parent, grandparent, or child has a disability.
An easy-to-use private group calendar, specifically designed for organized helpers.
Provides therapeutic horseback riding services.
This resource for all forms of dwarfism provides resources for par- ent support, medical support, advocacy, education, and social interaction.
Lowell’s paratransit service provides door to door transportation to those who are unable to use LRTA’s fixed route bus service.
Funding for integrative therapies available for those diagnosed with cancer before the age of 21 years who are currently un- dergoing treatment or suffering from the late effects of cancer treatment.
Lyme disease education, prevention, research, funding, and patient support. Informative website includes diagnostic and research details, information for schools, and family supports.
General information about diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of Lyme Disease; also publicizes support groups in many Massa- chusetts communities.
Provides information specific to the diagnosis, financial sup- ports, and advocacy efforts for those affected by insect-borne diseases; also hosts monthly support group in Sturbridge.
Raises awareness and provides information about diagnosis and treatment, facilitates family support and promotes research.
Network for families and families-to-be of multiple birth chil- dren.
Provides children ages 6 and older with modified tricycles and information about adaptive sports programs in Western Mass.
Serves kidney patients and families, transplant recipients of all types, and donors and donor families; provides a wealth of edu- cational and supportive programs.
Works to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families, and increase availability of all organs for transplantation.
Provides recreational, social, and sports opportunities for indi- viduals with disabilities, ages 5-40.
An international charitable organization dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children who have experienced life-altering situations.
A legal services hotline offering basic legal information, referral to free legal services for low-income persons, and referral to the private bar for others. Information on Massachusetts lawonly.
Provides information on educational materials, support groups, publications, and product information to assist with the under- standing of natural rubber latex allergy.
Residential care and support for individuals, ages 8-22, chal- lenged with Prader-Willi Syndrome, Asperger’s Syndrome, Bipolar Disorder, reactive Attachment Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and developmental and educational disabilities.
Helps people lead happier and healthier lives using laughter as a healing modality; offers online trainings, resources and links to local Laughter Clubs serving diverse populations, including those with disabilities, cancer and mental health issues.
Dedicat- ed to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals with learn- ing disabilities and their families through advocacy, education, research and service.
Bringing inner peace to the community and families affected by violence. Programs are aimed at providing emotional support to families dealing with traumas associated with violence.
Advances the education and general welfare of children with perceptual, conceptual or coordinative learning disabilities. Newsletter, calendar of events.
