An organization of parents and professionals who advocate on behalf of children with mental, emotional or behavioral specials needs.
Offers a variety of services for elders, their families, and care- givers, and persons with disabilities, so that they can remain in their homes such as Adult Foster Care and PCA services as well as offering a full range of information and referrals.
Provides financial support to local families and individuals with disabilities when private insurance or other institutions do not.
Offers social skills, life skills and recreational programs after- school, weekend and during school vacation.
Trained professionals assist individuals with physical and mental limitations to achieve independence through a variety of thera- peutic means.
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.
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.
Teaches sports to kids with disabilities alongside their friends.
Offers a Family Friend Program, Positive Parenting Resource Center (funded, in part, by DCF), DCF Transitional Program, and Coali- tion for Supporting Parents with Cognitive Challenges.
Offers assistance with general and educational advocacy, as- sistive technology, computer training, and a loaner program of durable medical equipment.
Equine-assisted occupational therapy, hippotherapy, and ther- apeutic riding lessons to enhance independence for adults and children with a disabilities.
ILCs are controlled and directed by persons with disabilities, with the purpose of empowering people with disabilities to advocate and take control of their lives.
Offers recreational, educational, and mentoring programs. After- school program includes tutoring, games and athletics. Summer day camp program and multicultural services.
Offers social and recreation activities, physical therapy, and athletic opportunities for children and adults with disabilities and their families.
Pediatric skilled nursing facility offers long- and short-term respite care for children with highly specialized medical needs.
One-Stop Family Center and Network for Springfield residents offers assistance to families in the community who have a family member with a developmental disability.
Rick’s Place compassionately supports grieving children, teens and their families through facilitated peer activities, school- based programs and community outreach.
Volunteers provide home repairs and renovations to low income families with children with special needs, as well as to elderly and physically challenged homeowners.
Persons with disabilities are eligible for half-fare bus and train passes. For more information or to apply, contact your local transit authority.
Offers a broad range of services tailored to people with intellec- tual disabilities, developmental disabilities, Autism, and their families including, but not limited to family support and educa- tion, residential programs, performing arts, sex and relationship education, recreation and enrichment activities, behavioral supports, etc.
Assists migrant and seasonal farm workers and other low- in- come groups with employment and job skills training; childcare voucher program in Western Mass.
Information specialists are linked to their own comprehensive database and are available to assist and direct families to appro- priate local services.
Dedicated to providing education, support, and advocacy for people with mental illness and their family member
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.
Clinical evaluations completed by a licensed and registered occupational therapist; on-road evaluation and training with a licensed driving instructor may also be recommended.
Variety of family supports and services offered, including educa- tional advocacy.
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.
A compendium of online health information in a wide variety of languages and EthnoMed, which provides ethnic and medical information pertinent to immigrant and refugee groups.
Provides children ages 6 and older with modified tricycles and information about adaptive sports programs in Western Mass.
Programs for children and teens with cognitive and developmen- tal delays, Down Syndrome and autism spectrum disorders.
Offers dances, summer camp, and therapeutic horseback riding for exceptional children and adults.
Offers resources that support older adults and younger individ- uals with disabilities so that they can maintain their well-being and independence in the community. We connect older adults, caregivers and professionals with the resources and services needs to help address their issues and concerns.
Provides a wide range of services: case management, financial assistance, trained respite providers, family counseling, advoca- cy, social activities and job training.
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.
Instructive horseback riding programs for people with disabili- ties. Many offer a sliding fee scale.
Provides physical, learning and recreational opportunities for children with special needs through horseback riding lessons.
Serves as a community connection for families and individuals new to Western Mass. and seeking assistance with community and social services and connections.
Local supports and information shared by parents of children with Down syndrome. Organizes support group meetings at least three times a year and social activities for teen members.
Therapeutic horseback riding programs for people with disabili- ties of all ages.
Provides support to grieving young people and their families. Discussion groups are geared toward helping young people identify and share their feelings and begin the healing process.
High-quality music training in a context that promotes multi- culturalism in the greater Springfield community. Offers instruc- tion to students of all ages, abilities, and financial means.
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.
Serving Franklin County and North Quabbin area, provides social and advocacy services and child care referrals.
Community Action provides social and advocacy services to peo- ple in Franklin and Hampshire Counties and the North Quabbin region of Massachusetts.
An assistive technology training and evaluation center that pro- vides consultation to schools and offers a weekly open lab time for parents and professionals.
Offers comprehensive audiological services. Hearing screen- ing and assessment available at Assistive Devices Center in Northampton.
CFS’s Disability Resource Program offers adaptive sports loaner equipment, barrier-free and competitive opportunities for indi- viduals with physical disabilities.
Provides referrals to volunteer attorneys for persons with HIV & AIDS, as well as some direct legal representation and advocacy.
Counsels, educates, and supports individuals, providing infor- mation and referrals, support services, and community presen- tations.
Offers behavioral health and wellness programs including as- sistive technology, family support, adult day, and summer camp and internships for transition-age youth.
The Brianna Fund provides necessary solutions to pressing mo- bility issue. Families with children birth to 22 who have specific mobility and access are eligible for funding or advocacy.
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.
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.
Provides advocacy and support for families of children with special needs.
Controlled by persons with disabilities, ILCs provide advocacy, information and referrals, peer counseling, independent living skills, housing assistance and Personal Care Attendants.
