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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR]  After I'm Gone: Taking a Walk through the Future Planning Guide
DESCRIPTION:This session will summarize the entire Future Planning Guide planning tool and delve deeper into one of the sections. It will include time for questions. It should be a helpful session whether using one of the tools we have online or other tools\, or thinking about planning. With Leo Sarkissian. \nVisit https://thearcofmass.org/future to learn more about the Future Planning Guide\, including purchasing the full guide or downloading a sample. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-after-im-gone-taking-a-walk-through-the-future-planning-guide/
CATEGORIES:After I'm Gone,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T150000
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SUMMARY:[MA21] DDS Self-Direction Budgets: Understanding the Process and Your Rights
DESCRIPTION:What do the Real Lives Law and DDS regulations say about self-direction budgets? \nWhat can you do if you disagree with your budget amount? \nJoin this informative webinar for a discussion about the budget planning process and your right to appeal budget decisions. Panelists will share what they have learned from the law and regulations\, as well as their professional experience and lived experience. \nPanelists: \n\nAnne Fracht\, Self-Advocacy Associate\, Harvard Law School Project on Disability (HPOD)\nLiz Fahey\, Director of Transition Services\, Integrated Center for Child Development (ICCD) Partners\nRichard Glassman\, Legal Disability Policy Analyst\, Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council (MDDC)\nEliza L.M. Presson\, Kotin\, Crabtree & Strong\, LLP
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/ma21-dds-self-direction-budgets-understanding-the-process-and-your-rights/
CATEGORIES:MA21 Alliance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T120000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] After I'm Gone: Establishing a Semi-Independent Living Situation with Mike Ripp: Question and Answer Clinic
DESCRIPTION:In July\, Brian Clark of Lifeworks and Mike Ripp presented on semi-independent living. Mike shared the steps involved in the successful transition of her daughter. \nIn this 30-minute session\, Mike will answer questions from participants. If you can’t make the session\, but have questions to share in advance\, please use the “Contact Us” form with your question\, located at the end of this page: https://thearcofmass.org/future/. We will record the session. \nWatch the July 21 session here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWcE5VIzElo \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-after-im-gone-establishing-a-semi-independent-living-situation-with-mike-ripp-question-and-answer-clinic/
CATEGORIES:After I'm Gone,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T130000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] New Blue Envelope Law: What it Means for Drivers\, Passengers\, and Police
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Blue Envelope Program\, the new law\, and the impact it has on drivers\, passengers\, and law enforcement. \nWe will share how this law\, like so many that impact the disability community\, started from self-advocates speaking up\, joining voices\, and being heard. \nPanelists will share their perspectives on what the law means for them personally as well as the far-reaching impact on safety and increased awareness. \nPanelists include Marie Zullo and State Police Sergeant Derek Henneberry. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-new-blue-envelope-law-what-it-means-for-drivers-passengers-and-police/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] After I'm Gone: Health and Advanced Care Planning with Janet Rico and Leo Sarkissian
DESCRIPTION:This session will cover: \n\nWhat is advanced care planning?\nEducating healthcare professionals so they “know” your loved one\nSerious medical illness.\n\n“Having the conversation” regarding preferences and determining the best health care proxy will also be discussed. \nJanet Rico\, a nurse practitioner\, holds a doctorate in Law and Public Policy\, with several decades experience in various clinical settings including palliative care. For much of her career\, she trained graduate level nurses at Simmons University\, and as the assistant dean of graduate nursing programs at Northeastern University. She served on and chaired the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Janet is the former Chair of The Arc of Massachusetts Board of Directors and has participated in several state level health task forces. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-after-im-gone-health-and-advanced-care-planning-with-janet-rico-and-leo-sarkissian/
CATEGORIES:After I'm Gone,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T120000
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Autism Support Centers: Building Community Across Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Autism Support Centers provide a wide range of resources\, programs\, and support for autistic individuals and their families across Massachusetts. \nJoin Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM) to learn more about what Autism Support Centers offer\, how families can access services and connect with their local center\, and the opportunities available to get involved in advocacy and community engagement. \nWe’ll also explore how these local resources can help families connect with broader efforts to advance meaningful change for the autism community. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-autism-support-centers-building-community-across-massachusetts/
CATEGORIES:AFAM,Webinars
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
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SUMMARY:Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today\, Hope for Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Transition Journeys 2026:\nTools for Today\, Hope for Tomorrow\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026\nRenaissance Framingham Hotel and Conference Center \nMark your calendars for The Arc of Massachusetts 2026 Transition Conference – Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today\, Hope for Tomorrow. This highly anticipated full‑day conference is designed for families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism who are preparing for the transition to adulthood. Don’t miss this year’s event as it promises to be bigger\, more informative\, and more empowering than ever! \nTransition to adulthood can feel overwhelming\, but you are not alone. Transition Journeys 2026 brings together families\, self‑advocates\, professionals\, and parents with lived experience to share knowledge\, insights\, and resources. Attendees will learn how to best prepare their child for life after high school\, understand adult services\, and gain practical tools and resources to advocate for the future they envision for their loved one. \nThis one‑stop conference will offer more than 20 workshops covering the critical areas families need to understand during transition. Topics include making the most of the school years; adult decision‑making; transitioning to adult healthcare; resources to support mental health\, behavior\, and complex needs; transportation; vocational training; housing; getting college ready; and strategies for successful advocacy. Panel discussions throughout the day will highlight real‑world experiences and lessons learned from those who have navigated the journey. \nAttendees will get valuable information about eligibility\, services\, and programs offered through key government agencies\, including the Department of Developmental Services\, MassHealth\, MassAbility\, Social Security\, and the Department of Mental Health. They will also gain knowledge about how these agencies work\, their resources\, and tips for accessing them – critical information for building a fulfilling future for your loved one. \nWhether your family is just beginning to explore transition or already actively planning next steps\, Transition Journeys 2026 offers guidance for each stage of the process and all levels of support. Join us to learn about programs and resources\, develop new skills\, and connect to a supportive community that understands the challenges and possibilities ahead. We look forward to seeing you there! \nVisit thearcofmass.org/conference to stay up to date with the latest information and be the first to learn when registration opens.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/transition-journeys-2026-tools-for-today-hope-for-tomorrow/
LOCATION:Renaissance Framingham Hotel and Conference Center\, 1657 Worcester Rd\, Framingham\, MA\, 01701
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