Did you know that MWCIL offers a Housing Search Workshop every month? These workshops, typically offered on the first Monday of each month, will teach you the skills needed to find subsidized, affordable and/or accessible housing. Note: Since the first Monday in September falls on Labor Day, the September workshop will instead be offered on… Read More Housing Search Workshops
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Attendees celebrated 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act! Activities included hiking, kayaking, swimming, listening to the Tommy Filiault Band and hanging out with friends. Delicious sandwiches and drinks were provided. August 1 at Dunn Pond State Park Accessible hiking and kayaking were hosted by DCR’s Universal Access Program and their partners Waypoint Adventure… Read More 2025 ADA Celebration in Gardner
On July 23rd, approximately 1400 people assembled at City Hall Plaza to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Dsability Act, as well as to speak out as civil rights and services for people with disabilities face unprecedented challenges. After several speakers and the raising of the Disability Rights Flag, everyone marched and rolled… Read More 2025 ADA Rally and March in Boston – Photos
The 35th Anniversary of the ADA is special. We hope you can join us for 2 celebrations! ADA 35 Rally and March Join us for a rally and march on July 23, 2025 to mark the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We will meet at 12 pm at Boston City Hall Plaza… Read More Mark Your Calendars for 2025 ADA Celebrations
DCR’s Universal Access Program (UAP) has published the Summer 2025 Program Schedule, and invites you to view our All-Abilities Recreational Mashup! Included are adaptive cycling, hiking, kayaking, rowing, swimming, golfing, sailing, and watersports opportunities at DCR sites cross the state!! Additional Boston-area programs will be detailed in a few weeks. Download the flyers: UAP… Read More DCR’s Universal Access Program (UAP)
Hosted by the Department of Developmental Services and Open Sky Community Services Wednesday, April 30th 3:00 PM – 7:00 PMAlternatives’ Whitin Mill, Singh Theater60 Douglas Road, Whitinsville, MA Do you have a loved one with a disability? This is an event you don’t want to miss! Families can connect with local vendors and service providers… Read More Transition Fair
Independent Living Education Day was held on Wednesday, April 2nd in the Great Hall at the State House. Speakers included: Photos by Jason Montgomery from STAVROS. (with a few by Sadie Simone).
March 10, 2025 Local politicians, MWRTA employees and MWCIL celebrated the new flagship vehicles, Gillig buses, at the MWRTA in Framingham. The buses use compressed natural gas for fuel and can hold up to 50 people, including seating for 29. The buses will operate on the MWRTA’s busiest line, Route 4N, which hits such major… Read More New MWRTA Buses
February 26, 2025: The Healey-Driscoll Administration today released the initial results of Massachusetts’ first comprehensive statewide housing plan to increase housing production, meet the unique needs of communities and lower costs across the state. “A Home for Everyone: A Comprehensive Housing Plan for Massachusetts” was developed in consultation with the Housing Advisory Council, which Governor… Read More Governor Healey Announces Comprehensive Housing Plan
Snow removal and accessibility in Massachusetts From Mass Office on Disability (MOD) Standards for accessibility, who’s responsible for removing snow, and how to get help Under federal, state, and local laws and regulations, homes, businesses, and public rights of way are required to be accessible to people with disabilities. Snow can create barriers to this… Read More Snow Removal Guidance