February 6, 2026 Our annual Legislator Forum with MetroWest legislators, EastersealsMA and REquipment went well, with legislators understanding our requests and needs. While no promises could be made, the dialogue was worthwhile. Legislators MWCIL Director Sadie Simone highlighted level funding for Independent Living, as well as the need for additional affordable and accessible housing. Easterseals… Read More Legislative Forum 2026
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Save the Date – Thursday, April 23, 2026 10 am – 3 pm at the Great Hall at the Massachusetts State House Please RSVP to MASILC Join hundreds of advocates from across Massachusetts to educate decision-makers about the priorities of the disability community. Sponsored by the Massachusetts Independent Living Network Download the 2026 IL Education… Read More 2026 IL Education Day at the State House
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. Learn more on our Housing Search Workshops page!
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