Local Support Groups
MyKidSupport.com - Created by a Weston mom, this website helps you find tutors and educational support for your child.
Regional and Online Groups
Federation for Children with Special Needs -The Federation is a center for parents and parent organizations to work together on behalf of children with special needs and their families. We can help! Organized in 1975 as a coalition of parent groups representing children with a variety of disabilities, the Federation operates a Parent Center in Massachusetts which offers a variety of services to parents, parent groups, and others who are concerned with children with special needs.
Summer Camps/Events
Institute for Learning and Development offers summer workshops for kids, parents, and professionals.
The Academy of Physical and Social Development offers summer camp
The Drama-Play Connection -where the children and teens learn social skills through the art of drama. They make a full hour-long movie over the course of the summer. We also offer outdoor
sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and weekly field trips (e.g., Canobie Lake, Museum of Science, etc.).
The Academy of Physical and Social Development offers summer camp
The Drama-Play Connection -where the children and teens learn social skills through the art of drama. They make a full hour-long movie over the course of the summer. We also offer outdoor
sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and weekly field trips (e.g., Canobie Lake, Museum of Science, etc.).
Extracurricular Activities
ASCENT - Afternoon Social Club Encouraging Networking Transitions
Yogabilities
Planet Gymnastics offers Shining Stars Adaptive PE Class for Special Needs Children
Yogabilities
Planet Gymnastics offers Shining Stars Adaptive PE Class for Special Needs Children
Advocacy and Legal Services
Lillian E. Wong, A Special Education Attorney. Lillian also has a blog on her website where she answers questions. Very informative.
Online Resources
SocialSmartKids - Many kids struggle with issues such as bullying/teasing, shyness, anger and frustration management, personal space issues, or general social awkwardness. Social Smart Kids is designed to support kids of all abilities who struggle with these issues.
WrightsLaw - Special Education Advocacy website chock full of information
WrightsLaw - Special Education Advocacy website chock full of information