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.
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.
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.
Coalition concerned about the rights of Massachusetts’ newcom- er communities. Education about the citizenship process, access to state benefits, and training.
A support center for advocates who represent low-income, elder- ly, or disabled persons. Help with public programs, health care, employment, housing, family law, immigration, and disability rights.
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.
A parent-to-parent outreach program for new parents of babies born with Down Syndrome.
Statewide parent organization holds annual conference, picnic, and workshops throughout the year. Publishes a newsletter for parents. Maintains a list of parent support groups.
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.
Inspires community involvement to support children with special needs, chronic and life-threatening illnesses through the Happy Hope Bag project.
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.
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.
The state’s affordable housing bank, offering rates below conventional market to support rental and home ownership opportunities for low-and moderate-income families.
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.
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
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).
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.
State-funded loan program provides loans to improve acces- sibility to the principal residence of adults with disabilities and families of children with special needs.
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.
Free legal services for income-eligible families on educational issues for children 3-22. Advocacy for parents, including Autism Special Education Legal Support Center.
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.”
Annual meeting for ecumenical fellowship, networking time, leading to stronger ecumenical relations among those engaged in disability ministry.
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.
Advocacy and protection for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf- Blind people in Massachusetts; focus on access to a variety of Deaf interventions. Co-hosts activities and an annual consum- er conference with MCB and MRC.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Works with public and private adoption agencies to recruit adoptive families for children in foster care.
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.
