Pandemic-Related Transition Services: MA Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI) Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI) Programs offer a fully inclusive college experience for students with documented intellectual, developmental disabilities and autism to learn alongside their non-disabled peers. In a MAICEI program students enroll in undergraduate courses, engage inRead more →
Pandemic-Related Transition Services: Department of Developmental Services The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to become fully engaged members of their community. DDS Family Support Centers are offering a new Transition Project for young adults who: turnedRead more →
Pandemic-Related Transition Services: Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) provides services that focus on training and employment, community living, and disability determination for federal benefit programs. Adults who qualify for MRC services may be eligible for extra support, based on your birth date (and when youRead more →
Pandemic-Related Transition Services: Massachusetts Commission for the Blind The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) serves approximately 30,000 individuals who are legally blind by providing access to employment opportunities and social rehabilitation with the goal of increasing independence and full community participation. Pandemic-related transition services will takeRead more →
Young Adults Ages 22-25: Extra Help for May Be Available! Through "Coordinated Pandemic-Related Transition Services" Contact Us Were you born between March 10, 1998 and September 1, 2001? Were you enrolled in special education until age 22? And, do you live in Massachusetts? IfRead more →
Planning a Life Conferences 2023 Planning a Life (PAL) is a two-day transition conference for parents, caregivers, and professionals working with postsecondary transition-age youth (14 -22). PAL can provide parents and professionals with useful skills and information necessary to support youth as they prepare for full, productiveRead more →
The presentation will cover the ways Service Dogs impact the lives of the people living with disabilities that they serve. It will cover various tasks our Service Dogs can do that help provide independence to the person being served.
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Resources for Military Families and Professionals The Federation recognizes and honors the service and sacrifices of our military families. These families face unique educational challenges impacted by multiple transitions and deployments. This page provides resources and information to support military families and the professionals who serve them.
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Special Education Placement Options What is Available By Law Range of Educational Placements About Private Placements Considering a Placement Change? Coping with Placement Parent Stories Additional Resources About Us Considering a Placement Change? When the child’s educational team agrees that a child is not making effective progressRead more →
