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SUMMARY:Youth Services Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, the Boston Center for Independent Living (BCIL) Youth Program is offering a fun and engaging lineup of free opportunities for young people ages 14–21 to build independent living and employment skills. \nJoin us for weekly themed workshops (offered both virtually and in person)\, exciting community field trips\, and hands-on work-based learning experiences like job shadowing. We’ll also be hosting social club activities to connect with peers and two sections of a virtual learner’s permit prep course. You can decide what you participate in! Whether you’re looking to build confidence\, explore careers\, or meet new people\, there’s something for everyone this summer! \nDates: July 7th 2026- August 20th 2026 \nEligibility: Students\, ages 14-21\, with a documented disability (i.e. Individualized Education Plan\, 504 plan\, other disability documentation). You will be required to submit disability documentation in order to participate. \nIn-Person Workshop Location: 60 Temple Place\, Boston MA 02111 \nMondays: \n\nWorkshops:\n\nVirtual: 9:30-10:30\nIn-Person: 9:30-11:30\n\n\nSocial Club:\n\nIn-Person: 11:30-1:00\n\n\nJob Shadowing:\n\nIn-Person: Times vary\n\n\nLearner’s Permit Study Course (1):\n\nVirtual: 4:00-5:00\n\n\n\nTuesdays: \n\nWorkshops:\n\nVirtual: 9:30-10:30\nIn-Person: 9:30-11:30\n\n\nJob Shadowing:\n\nIn-Person: Times vary\n\n\n\nWednesdays: \n\nWorkshops:\n\nVirtual: 9:30-10:30\nIn-Person: 9:30-11:30\n\n\nJob Shadowing:\n\nIn-Person: Times vary\n\n\nLearner’s Permit Study Course (2):\n\nVirtual: 4:00-5:00\n\n\n\nThursdays: \n\nCommunity Days:\n\nIn person: Times vary\n\n\n\nWeek 2: July 13th-16th: Get Hired: Ready\, Set\, Apply\nStudents will learn how to apply to jobs\, including making resumes\, writing cover letters\, and learning about the interview process. Then they will visit the Boston Public Library and learn about employment services and tools. \nWeek 3: July 20th-23rd: Find Your Voice\, Find Your Way!\nStudents will learn strategies to become fierce advocates for themselves and the disability community and will take a tour of the State House. \nWeek 4: July 27th-30th: Making It Work: Accommodations at Work\, School\, and Life\nStudents will learn all about accommodations at school\, work\, and home and visit Easter Seals to learn about Assistive Tech. \nWeek 5: August 3rd-August 7th: Future You: College Edition\nStudents will gain knowledge about the college process and will learn about the Lesley University Threshold program\, while getting a tour of the campus! \nWeek 6: August 10th-13th: Spend\, Save\, Succeed!\nStudents will learn how to budget\, save\, and spend their money responsibly. They will go to TD Bank to learn more about how to manage a bank account! \nWeek 7: August 17-August 20th: Next Stop: Adventure!\nStudents will learn about how to travel in the community and complete a Community Scavenger hunt.    \nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=c4Q4BsRaZEGcmUL9rucMkPIM6cmdt2hIi_G14gBrPkdURVNKWUxETEJLQjVDRTFEOTVVVklSTkYwUC4u \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Maddie Heavey\, BCIL’s Youth Services Program Manager\, at mheavey@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/youth-services-summer-program-2/
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SUMMARY:Housing Workshop - In-Person & by Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Housing Workshop – In-Person & by Zoom \nJoin3 us on the first and third Wednesday of every month to learn more about and how to apply for affordable housing options in your area. Our knowledgeable staff will answer all your questions and put you on the path to finding the housing that is right for you. \nThis workshop will teach you about:\n• Types of housing available in the Boston area\n• Navigating subsidized and affordable housing\n• Conducting a housing search\n• Communicating with housing authorities\, agencies\, and landlords\n• Completing applications for state voucher programs\n• How to request reasonable accommodations for your disability \nEach workshop will include a period when you can ask questions. \nTo register: email Jackie at jmcglinchey@bostoncil.org with your full\nname and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from\nJackie that will include the Zoom webinar link and password. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please let Jackie know when\nyou register. \n  \n 
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/housing-workshop-3-2-2/2026-07-15/
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SUMMARY:2026 ADA Day: A Celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act
DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Celebrate the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act: City of Boston ADA Day 2026 on July 15th! \nThis year marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – the historic civil rights law designed to ensure people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as others. It’s no exaggeration to say the ADA has led to transformational change here at the MBTA\, in part by serving as the foundation on which the Daniels-Finegold settlement was built. To learn about what’s been accomplished since the ADA was signed and what’s in store for the future\, visit MBTA.com/accessibility/history. \nWith this in mind\, we hope you can join us on Wednesday\, July 15\, as the City of Boston’s Disabilities Commission hosts its annual ADA Day celebration. This popular two-hour lunchtime event brings together people of all ages to honor the landmark civil rights legislation. This year’s theme focuses on recognizing revolutionary disability advocates of the past\, present\, and future who have paved the way for a more accessible Boston. Attendees will enjoy a brief speaking program\, a disability resource fair\, food\, and plenty of fun! \nPlease note that this year’s celebration is moving to a brand-new\, beautifully renovated space. Join us at Copley Square Park to catch all the action. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026\nTime: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Copley Square Park (560 Boylston St.\, Boston\, MA 02116)\nCost: Free!\n\nThe event is fully accessible. ASL\, CART\, and Spanish language interpretation will be provided. Language interpretation is available at no cost to you. Please email disability@boston.gov or call 617-635-3682 for more information or to request language interpretation and/or disability accommodations. \nTo help organizers get an accurate headcount\, attendees are encouraged to sign up ahead of time. You can view the full event details and register directly by visiting the official event page: ADA Day Boston 2026. \nPlease stop by and visit the System-Wide Accessibility (SWA) team at the resource fair. Take a moment to cool down away from the heat in our MBTA cooling bus!
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/city-of-boston-ada-day-2026-resource-fair/
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