2026 Transition Conference: The Transition Journeys

On Saturday, October 24, The Arc of Massachusetts welcomed a record attendance of nearly 500 to our 2026 Transition Conference – Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow.

The biennial conference was held at the Renaissance Framingham Hotel and Conference Center and offered 24 workshops for parents, self-advocates, guardians, siblings, educators, and professionals to choose from. In addition, attendees heard from two panels – one comprised of young adults with IDD and autism, another comprised of parents – who spoke to the subject of “What I Wish I Knew about Transition.” Department of Developmental Services Commissioner Sarah Peterson and The Arc of the United States CEO Katy Neas were in attendance as special guest speakers.