@MassAbility_MA

Helping you do you. Discover what's possible for people with disabilities 💜 Reach out about our programs & services.

 Boston, MA
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Joined November 2012
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What sets MassAbility apart from other typical disabilty employment programs is that we develop deep partnerships with the employers that we work with and provide consistent, long-term support not only for the employee but for the staff and greater team. mass.gov/hire-with-massabili…
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It's not enough to get someone with a disability in the door to a new job. The key to gainful employment lies in the relationships we have with our partners. We provide support and training for not only your new hire but for the whole team. Visit Mass.Gov/Hire-With-MassAbili…
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We're so excited for the DCR Adaptive Recreation Fair this weekend, June 7th from 10am-3pm! It's a free, fun-filled day celebrating accessible outdoor recreation in Massachusetts state parks.
Light blue periwinkle background with black text that reads: Fencing? In my wheelchair? It's more likely than you think! Learn about parafencing and try other adaptive sports for FREE at DCR Adaptive Recreation Fair on June 7th!

ALT Light blue periwinkle background with black text that reads: Fencing? In my wheelchair? It's more likely than you think! Learn about parafencing and try other adaptive sports for FREE at DCR Adaptive Recreation Fair on June 7th!

Image of the Adaptive Recreation Fair print out with event information, which can be found online at mass.gov/dcr/universal-access

ALT Image of the Adaptive Recreation Fair print out with event information, which can be found online at mass.gov/dcr/universal-access

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This month, we participated in the first-ever MASSBUYS EXPO, held at the iconic Gillette Stadium! The event was huge for our team, and it was an exciting opportunity to introduce our mission, services, and highlight our commitment to connecting job seekers to high-quality jobs.
A busy hallway with different tables and people walking by.

ALT A busy hallway with different tables and people walking by.

A photo of the MassAbility Career and Business Relations team standing and smiling behind a table.

ALT A photo of the MassAbility Career and Business Relations team standing and smiling behind a table.

A photo from up high of Gillette Stadium

ALT A photo from up high of Gillette Stadium

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How cool is this!? Perkins school educators prove that sometimes the best adaptive solutions come from good old fashioned creativity. A simple plastic set of letter or paper organizers and tactile floor-by-floor maps. #Accessibility #Disability #Blind #PerkinsSchool
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DEADLINE APPROACHING! Apply by May 6th! Youth Leadership Forum is coming soon! YLF is a multi-day conference for young adults with disabilities, ages 18-30. Learn more at the link: pyd.org/programs/youth-leade…
A flyer for the Youth Leadership Forum for June 26th-June 28th, with photos and disabled young adults and colorful graphics that talk about Self Capacity, Self Advocacy, and more. There is a QR code and links to learn more.

ALT A flyer for the Youth Leadership Forum for June 26th-June 28th, with photos and disabled young adults and colorful graphics that talk about Self Capacity, Self Advocacy, and more. There is a QR code and links to learn more.

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May is AANHPI Heritage Month—a time to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Swipe through to check out the events happening across Massachusetts all month long!
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Sarah had a fantastic time representing MassAbility yesterday at the Disability Expo in Franklin, hosted by the Franklin Disability Commission for the 3rd year in a row! We saw lots of familiar faces and got the opportunity to meet new people and create some new connections.
A photo of Sarah sitting behind the MassAbility table, wearing a mask and waving hello. The table is covered in a MassAbility tablecloth and is covered in stacks of pamphlets and swag and information booklets.

ALT A photo of Sarah sitting behind the MassAbility table, wearing a mask and waving hello. The table is covered in a MassAbility tablecloth and is covered in stacks of pamphlets and swag and information booklets.

A photo of the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts table, covered in a dark blue branded tablecloth, laden with pamphlets and flyers and information packets and mini fidget squishes of brains. Krishna stands behind the table, smiling.

ALT A photo of the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts table, covered in a dark blue branded tablecloth, laden with pamphlets and flyers and information packets and mini fidget squishes of brains. Krishna stands behind the table, smiling.

Selfie of Sarah and Ali together, Sarah is on the left with short shaggy hair and a black mask on, and Ali is to her right with a beautiful smile and long wavy-curly hair.

ALT Selfie of Sarah and Ali together, Sarah is on the left with short shaggy hair and a black mask on, and Ali is to her right with a beautiful smile and long wavy-curly hair.

A photo of the Easterseals table with a bright orange tablecloth and lots of cool assistive technology on the table, like switches, keyboards, cutlery, and more! Sam sits behind the table smiling at the camera.

ALT A photo of the Easterseals table with a bright orange tablecloth and lots of cool assistive technology on the table, like switches, keyboards, cutlery, and more! Sam sits behind the table smiling at the camera.

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Join us this Saturday, April 26th at the Franklin Disability Expo! When? 11:00am-2:00pm at the Franklin Senior Center located at 10 Daniel McCahill St in Franklin, MA. We'll be there with a table and information to share about our programs! Hope to see you there! 👋
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The Statewide Rehabilitation Council (SRC) is gathering feedback to help improve MassAbility’s Career Services for the disability community. We want to hear from you! 📨 Email: [email protected] 🗓 Include name, address, email. 🔗Mass.Gov/State-Rehabilitatio…
Lend Your Voice! Help shape MassAbility's Career Services The Statewide Rehabilitation Council (SRC) wants your input on how we can better support individuals with disabilities in achieving their career goals. Swipe to learn how

ALT Lend Your Voice! Help shape MassAbility's Career Services The Statewide Rehabilitation Council (SRC) wants your input on how we can better support individuals with disabilities in achieving their career goals. Swipe to learn how

Here's How You Can Help: • Share Your Feedback • Make Your Voice Heard • Help Break Down Barriers @ Mass.Gov/State-Rehabilitation-Council Submit your recommendations by email: MRC.StateRehabCouncil@MassMail.State.MA.Us

ALT Here's How You Can Help: • Share Your Feedback • Make Your Voice Heard • Help Break Down Barriers @ Mass.Gov/State-Rehabilitation-Council Submit your recommendations by email: [email protected]

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This weekend some of our fabulous Disability and Family Inclusion leaders and MassAbility staff were in Boston for the FCSN Youth Visions of Community event! What a great opportunity for us to connect with youth and families to chat about the services MassAbility offers.
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Disability ≠ inability. Too often, people see limitations instead of the person. True inclusion starts with shifting perspectives. Join the conversation reddit.com/r/LetStigmaGo
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Not all seizures look the same! Everyone’s journey and experience is different, but these kinds of nuances get lost in the larger conversation. What other strange misconceptions have you heard about epilepsy? #Epilepsy #Disability #SeizureDisorder #Seizures #TonicClonic #GrandMal
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Keah Brown is a disabled author, journalist, actress, and screenwriter, and the creator of the popular hashtag #DisabledAndCute. Her work is a great reminder of staying true to what makes you great, and that you are beautiful and great enough as you are. #BlackHistoryMonth
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I wish people understood these 10 things about mental health… What else would you add? 🤔 #MentalHealthAwareness #Stigma #Depression #AnxietyAwareness #MentalHealthRecovery
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Braille is more than just a way to read— for MassAbility Disability Inclusion Leader, Lindsay Townsend, Braille is a lifeline 📚💡 Learn about Lindsay’s story and how braille opened doors to literacy, connection, and opportunity and empowered independence in her daily life.
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Wishing you a prosperous and transformative Lunar New Year! 🧧🌟 The Year of the Snake is all about growth and renewal—embrace the journey and make it your best year yet! 🐍✨ #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake
2025 Year of the Snake

ALT 2025 Year of the Snake

Goals for the Year of the Snake • Learn new skills and invest in yourself • Take time for self-reflection and personal growth • Trust your instincts and make confident choices • Plan ahead and be intentional with your actions

ALT Goals for the Year of the Snake • Learn new skills and invest in yourself • Take time for self-reflection and personal growth • Trust your instincts and make confident choices • Plan ahead and be intentional with your actions

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A few favorite ways to relieve sadness or stress that aren’t breathing exercises! 🤗 Drop your stress relief tips please!? Asking for a friend 😅 #StressRelief #MentalHealth #MindsetChange #CopingSkills #Neurodivergent #Disability #ChronicIllness #Adaptive
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At MassAbility, we are dedicated to advancing equity and access for all—values Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. championed throughout his legacy.
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We 💜 shopping disability-owned businesses. Tag a disability-owned business you love in the comments ⬇️ #SmallBusinessSaturday #DisabilityOwned #LocalBusiness #DisabilityCommunity #Local
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