MassAbility

10/20/2026

This summer, we hosted our first-ever photo contest! We were thrilled to receive so many creative and thoughtful submissions from individuals and providers across the state. Thank you to everyone who shared what work, community, and partnership mean to you. Congratulations to our winners and runners-up!

Ocean Eversley captured a powerful wave along the Falmouth coast, celebrating a milestone in Ocean’s journey as an independent entrepreneur and fine art photographer.

David Singer captured Andrew proudly showcasing his “See the Good” artwork on a utility box in downtown Pittsfield, sharing his creativity with the community.

Serina Gordon captured a grandson helping his grandmother down the stairs outside her home, highlighting how support and connection help people participate in their communities.

Congratulations to our runners-up: Mare Silva in Pathways to Work, Ali Rheaume for Living in My Community, and Mare Silva and Ali Rheaume for Stronger Together!

10/13/2026

10/09/2026

On Friday, we kicked off National Disability Employment Awareness month with our annual employer event!

As conversations around AI and its implication for the workforce become more relevant than ever, we invited new and existing employer partners to explore: Workforce Innovation and AI-Driven Technology.

Technology has long been a game changer for individuals with disabilities. Dynamic speakers from Spaulding Rehabilitation, Waymo, the Commonwealth, laid out how AI and newer technology, when centered around the person, can expand even more opportunities for independence and empowerment.

10/07/2026

Thank you to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Foundation, MassAbility, and the Massachusetts Apprentice Network for hosting today’s discussion on The Power of Disability Inclusion.

I was honored to moderate a conversation with leaders from CVS Health, EY, and AccuRounds on how disability-inclusive hiring can strengthen talent pipelines, address workforce needs, and drive innovation.

One message stood out: disability inclusion is not a charitable initiative. It is a talent strategy. And if you're waiting until everything is perfect to get started, don't. Start before you feel ready. Small steps can lead to meaningful change.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the discussion. If you missed the webinar, you can watch the recording (link in the chat).

I look forward to continuing this important work and advancing disability inclusion as a business imperative.

10/07/2026

Last month, in front of a proud group of family, friends, and staff, 10 of our MassAbility participants graduated from the Roxbury Community College '25-26 Job Driven Training program!

Graduates proudly received their certificates in-person and online after successfully completing a 9-month IT Support Professional training course through RCC’s Center for Workforce Development.

President Dr. Jonathan Jefferson shared his enthusiasm for the continued partnership with MassAbility and RCC. MassAbility Assistant Commissioner Joan Phillips and Director of Business Relations Jeff Roberge presented the students with their graduation certificates and reminded the graduates that their credentials and commitment to this training serve as their launchpads into a vast world of IT and technology careers.

09/17/2026

September 15th-October 15th is officially Hispanic Heritage Month! Swipe through to learn why this nationally recognized month spans over the course of two different months and see what events are happening near you in Massachusetts 😎

Worcester, MA | Esta Isla Film Screening | Saturday, Sept 26th, 6:30 pm

Boston, MA | Red Sox Hispanic Heritage Night | Thursday, Sept 24th, 6:45pm Game

Across Boston, MA | Storytime with Laura Macias | Free Kids Programming! | Sept 18th - Oct 21st

Boston, MA | Half Marathon & 5k Run | Sunday, Sept 27th, 7am-12pm

09/17/2026

The Disability Resource Center is excited to announce this upcoming two-part training series in partnership with the Disability Law Center Inc.!

This event will be hybrid, with limited in-person availability. Once in-person tickets sell out, there will be a wait list, so please be sure to notify us if you signed up but are unable to make it! There will be plenty of virtual availability. See below for the links to register!

Thinking about going back to work while receiving Social Security disability or SSI benefits? You're not alone — and the rules are more flexible than most people realize. Join this practical, plain-language training designed specifically for beneficiaries, family members, and caregivers (no legal background required) to demystify the SSA work incentive rules and your rights on the job.

The first session will focus on SSI, and the second on SSDI. You can attend one without the other, or both if you'd like! This is open to the public - consumers, providers, family members, etc.

REGISTER HERE:

Session I: SSI
www.tinyurl.com/DRCssi26

Session II: SSDI
www.tinyurl.com/DRCssdi26

For accommodations please email [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the event.

For questions or help with registration please email [email protected]

09/08/2026

08/28/2026

We're proud of our participants who have gone on to create their own businesses in Massachusetts. Here are just a few to check out!

The Silent Seed is a Deaf-owned business by Jude Haverington. You can find houseplants of all kinds, including rare and specialty plants, at his Newburyport greenhouse or find him across the state at pop-ups, farmers markets, and more!

Bears Boneyard Recovery is a trauma-informed fitness & recovery coaching studio in Taunton owned by Joel Brooks, who draws on his lived experience and recovery coach education to support individuals in healing and reintegrating into their communities.

Wheels on the Bus transportation is an accessible transportation company that services the Central Mass area, owned and operated by Manny Marcelino, a power wheelchair user. Wheels on the Bus offers non-medical transportation, providing access to individuals with disabilities to enjoy leisure activities, anytime travel, and more without limitations.

Roxease is an adaptive fashion line created by Roxy Rocker, who wanted to create fashion designed for accessibility after struggling to find adaptive clothes that look and feel great while accommodating medical devices and surgical drains.

Tucker Collins is a photographer based in Central Mass who has been behind the camera for over a decade, and is well-known locally as the fan photographer at the Worcester Red Sox, capturing the moments and details that catch his eye.

08/25/2026

kinda chic to be part of this community for 70 years and counting 💙

Image Descriptions:
Image 1: A person with short hair and glasses is smiling at another person in a busy indoor setting. There's visible text that reads, "kinda chic to support students with disabilities transition from school to adulthood."

Image 2: Two individuals are sitting at a table engaged in conversation. The person on the right has curly hair and is gesturing while speaking. . A screen displays the text, "kinda chic to help people with disabilities gain employment."

Image 3: Casandra, a deafblind woman, standing at a podium giving a speech. There's text on the image that reads, "kinda chic to hire keynote speakers with disabilities."

Image 4: A group of people is posed together for a graduation picture. In front of them is text that reads, "kinda chic to support certificate programs for job seekers with disabilities."

Image 5: Three individuals are seated in chairs, engaging in conversation. The person on the left is using a power wheelchair while speaking into a microphone. The center and right individuals appear attentive. A caption reads, "kinda chic to learn from people with lived experience."

Image 6: Two people are seated at a table, smiling and holding cups. Text reads "kinda chic to help people with disabilities get out of nursing homes and live in their communities again."

Image 7: A person at a resource fair table is engaging with a visitor. The table displays brochures, purple mugs labeled MAB Community Services.

Image 8: Troupe Fall African Dancers on stage with attendees dancing together happily. Text reads, "kinda chic to talk about intersectionality in the disability community."

Image 9: A group of individuals is seated at a long table with blue tablecloth, engaged in a panel discussion. One person holds a microphone. A text overlay reads, "kinda chic to hear directly from members of the disability community and seek their input.”