Committed to working with and for the Haitian community in the areas of culturally appropriate health education, support and advocacy, and opportunities for economic development.
Offers social opportunities to children 3 months to 6 years, with complex medical needs requiring individualized education, developmental, and rehabilitative services.
Using an arts-based curriculum, mentors help kids who have learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder understand their way of learning and building self- esteem.
A cooperative, interfaith partnership offering homeless families transitional shelter, meals and case management as families seek permanent housing.
The only program in Massachusetts focusing on parental mental health is a collaborative partnership with University of Massa- chusetts Medical School, and AstraZeneca.
Provides long- and short-term respite for children and adults with developmental disabilities, plus an array of supports for individu- als with disabilities and their families.
A transitional residential program that supports up to eight young adults in their quests to live independently, despite learn- ing or physical challenges.
A variety of adaptive rowing programs for youth and adults who have physical and intellectual disabilities, and veterans Approved USOC Paralympic Sports Club.
Parents and educators collaborating to create and fund pro- gramming like after-school, recreational, technology, and train- ing programs for special education students in Scituate.
Provides the highest quality educational experience so that students with special needs can reach their full potential through a variety of fundraising events and activities.
Offers comprehensive audiological services.
Education and family services for children 15 months- 5 years and their families Creative Start programs in Arlington, Newton, Waltham, Watertown, and Woburn.
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.
To provide comprehensive, effective, and innovative communi- ty- oriented rehabilitation services to individuals significantly challenged by mental illness in the Boston area.
Works to improve the lives of people with ADHD through educa- tion, advocacy and support. Offers support groups, information and sharing.
Information and referrals, trainings, support groups, case management and autism services specifically around advocacy, programs, and networking.
Provides a variety of support services for individuals who have intellectual or developmental challenges and their families.
Offers a variety of counseling, pastoral, and grief services to fam- ilies, including support groups and an annual memorial service.
Provides information and referrals, distributes its Family Educa- tion workbook, and coordinates a parent-to-parent program for families of children with neurological challenges.
A Department of the City of Cambridge with a mission to devel- op and manage affordable housing for residents.
A comprehensive therapeutic environment for individuals with special needs. Programs include horseback riding, music therapy, yoga, massage therapy, life skills, and rock climbing.3 sites: Lex- ington, Wellesley, and Natick
Non-profit institution in Boston offering ballet and adaptive dance classes for all ages. Scholarship and financial assistance available.
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.
An array of services including the Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative, Community Support programs, and Family Stabiliza- tion FST-programs.
Pairs students ages 9+ who have Autism Spectrum Disorder with graduate students for weekly lessons. A complementary team that includes a music therapist, speech therapist, special educa- tors, and professional musicians and educators with a diagnosis of Autism.
Provides services for children, teens, and families experiencing serious emotional problems, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse; wrap-around services, outpa- tient counseling, school, transition/employment services.
Provides families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders with information, education and support. Monthly support groups and activities are available to family members.
Serving people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their fam- ilies; provides information and referrals, social activities, respite services, school vacation programs, a newsletter, and guest speakers.
Empowers and enriches the lives of families with loved ones on the spectrum through dedication to improving community outreach, advocacy, resources and support.
Assists families, individuals, schools, and agencies with informa- tion and support for children with autism.
Dedicated to using and promoting the use of art to support health, development, education, social-economical adjustment, cultural inclusion, dignity and integrity in the community.
Vocational, day supports and residential options, including adult foster care, for teens and adults with intellectual, developmental or mental health concerns. Also provides Deaf services.
Provides special education advocacy services to families of chil- dren with special needs for meetings, mediation, BSEA Hearings, and letter writing trainings.
Respite program for children with special needs. Center-based day program on Saturdays and school vacations and an evening program for persons age 17 and up.
Offers special education programs, transportation, home- based services, behavioral consults, professional development, technol- ogy services, Medicaid, and E-rate reimbursement.
Access Recreation Boston is a coalition of organizations and indi- viduals dedicated to increasing and enhancing recreation op- portunities for people with disabilities in the greater Boston area. We accomplish this through building community awareness, sharing professional expertise, and promoting collaboration.
Adaptive sports programs for children who have special needs:
Therapeutic horseback riding with standard-sized and miniature horses.
