ASDC is a national, independent nonprofit organization whose purpose is providing support, encouragement and information to families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Community-based, culturally competent, comprehensive care for women, children, adolescents and families infected, affected or at risk of HIV/AIDS.
Multi-service agency offering recreation and rehabilitation programs, Early Intervention, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, day care, and personal care attendants.
Community Action provides social and advocacy services to peo- ple in Franklin and Hampshire Counties and the North Quabbin region of Massachusetts.
Provides Central Massachusetts with an internet gateway to local and worldwide disability resources and events. Community gateway also includes a statewide email support group.
Civil legal service covering social security benefits, SSI, employ- ment and housing issues. Offices in Fitchburg, Northampton, Pittsfield, Worcester, Greenfield, Holyoke, Milford, North Adams and Southbridge.
Provides information and referral, advocacy, independent living program, deaf and hard of hearing independent living program and peer assistive technology program.
To facilitate full participation in all aspects of life by persons with disabilities, the Commission works to remove architectural, procedural, attitudinal, and communication barriers.
Provides free legal service for children of low-income families in areas affecting health, education and civil rights.
National organization maintains an informative website includ- ing materials on the condition and more for individuals who have cleft lip and/or cleft palate.
Provides referrals to volunteer attorneys for persons with HIV & AIDS, as well as some direct legal representation and advocacy.
Offers family counseling, advocacy, parent mentors, legal consul- tation, family outings and groups. Services are free, confidential and voluntary.
Offers mental health services, parent-to-parent support, men- tors, and intensive family services. Local offices in Lynn, Law- rence, and Gloucester.
Provides families with information and referral resources to find the supports they need to understand their child’s medical condi- tion and take part in their child’s care.
Provides diagnosis, treatment, and services to children and fami- lies. Leads the way in researching 22q11.2 deletion.
An extensive online library of available up-to-date articles, newsletters, research opportunities, interaction with our medical advisory board, and a listserv that’s online 24 hours a day.
To provide comprehensive, effective, and innovative communi- ty- oriented rehabilitation services to individuals significantly challenged by mental illness in the Boston area.
Multi-service, multi-cultural community center for family and individual empowerment and advocacy services; coordinates community activities and support, offers counseling and mental health services, and serves as a DDS Family Support Center.
Works to improve the lives of people with ADHD through educa- tion, advocacy and support. Offers support groups, information and sharing.
Provides a variety of support services for individuals who have intellectual or developmental challenges and their families.
Counsels, educates, and supports individuals, providing infor- mation and referrals, support services, and community presen- tations.
Comprehensive glossary, drug dictionary, research directory, clinical trials, information on treatment funding, and publica- tions. Services available by phone, LiveHelp Online Chat, and email.
A national organization with offices in many Massachusetts communities; provides information regarding specificdiagnoses and referral to services and supports, including parent groups.
Provides information, training, and support for grandparents raising their grandchildren.
Hosts Mayor’s Health Line; offers comprehensive child, adoles- cent, and family health programs; community-based initiatives for the homeless.
Applications for public insurance, answers question about cover- age, public programs, private and non-group insurance options, multilingual services, pharmacy programs and low cost dental services.
Reference information and circulating materials on a wide range of disabilities and disability issues. Information is accessible to individuals with disabilities by the latest technologies.
Provides a variety of support services for individuals who have intellectual or developmental challenges and their families.
A Department of the City of Cambridge with a mission to devel- op and manage affordable housing for residents.
Offers a variety of respite options, skill development classes and support groups to families of teens and adults with special needs. Service providers are bilingual.
A program at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dorchester specifically designed to encourage the educational and social enrichment and advancement of children with special needs.
Promotes out-of-school time OST-program quality and acces- sibility for all families; Network includes over 500 before- and after-school programs in Boston.
To facilitate full participation in all aspects of life by persons with disabilities, the Commission works to remove architectural, procedural, attitudinal, and communication barriers.
Controlled and directed by persons with disabilities, ILCs provide advocacy services, information, referrals, peer counseling, and independent living skills training.
FSP serves at-risk students and their families who do not meet the criteria for state agency services. All FSP services are volun- tary, and students are referred by the school.
Offers resources and support, developmental disabilities services, education, family support and stabilization services, individual and family counseling, and more.
Provides advocacy and support for families of children with special needs.
Research briefs, publications and fact sheets on family issues.
Post-secondary school for special learners with musical abilities. Two-year program. Summer program also available.
Information specialists housed in offices throughout the state are linked to their own comprehensive database and are avail- able to assist and direct families to local services. Statewide Hotline: 211.
The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through opportunities for one-to-one friendship and integrated employment.
Promotes access and opportunity for all individuals with autism and their families. Education, advocacy, public awareness and research form the cornerstones of ASA’s mission. :
Serves as an Angel Network for families of children with autism. Arranges air travel on private jets for families in need of medical care for their children.
Comprehensive catalogs of books, educational tools and textbooks, assessment tools and videos, accessible products, aids, and supplies useful to blind and visually impaired people.
Assists families, individuals, schools, and agencies with informa- tion and support for children with autism.
Free service of the US Department of Labor, providing technical assistance to individuals with disabilities and employers about the ADA and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Services families or individuals living with HIV/AIDS; case man- agement, alternative therapies, food bank, counseling services.
Provides understanding and moral support for anyone affected with the diagnosis. Offers conferences, meetings, studies, online forum, and information in Spanish.
Works to secure free transport for individuals who need transpor- tation assistance and have limited financial resources. Arrange- ments are coordinated with FAA licensed pilots to carry patients when regularly scheduled flight services will not suffice.
