How to Help When Your Loved One is Grieving

…might show, and how you can support them. There are also recommended books and resources for toddlers, young children and preschoolers; school-aged children; and teens and adults. Original source: https://www.massgeneral.org/children/down-syndrome/patient-handouts…

Baseline Screening Tool

…35 to develop a stronger picture of the individual’s health). Who completes the EDSD? The form can be completed by anyone who is familiar with the adult (that is, has…

Statewide Family Support Directory – DDS

…begins by the submission of an Eligibility Application Form. More information about the eligibility process as well as the application forms can be found on the DDS website, www.mass.gov/dds. Eligibility…

Best Buddies in Massachusetts & Rhode Island

…in Massachusetts & Rhode Island offers one-to-one friendship, integrated employment, and leadership development programs for individuals with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. https://www.bestbuddies.org/mari/…

Special Olympics Massachusetts

…into school and community programs, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. https://www.specialolympicsma.org…

Family TIES Resource Directory

Family TIES of Massachusetts publishes this comprehensive annual directory of resources. Original Source: https://www.massfamilyties.org…

Best Buddies

…creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). They offer programs in the United States and internationally. https://www.bestbuddies.org…