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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community workshop
DESCRIPTION:A FREE 8-week workshop that empowers people with\ndisabilities to learn the tools and develop the skills to\npractice healthier life styles! \nWorkshop participants can:\n• Identify what is meaningful to them and then set quality of life goals\naround ways they want to make their lives better\n• Make progress toward the goals they set by applying problem-solving\nskills and managing emotions like frustration and discouragement\,\nfeelings that can get in the way of reaching goals\n• Discover tools and skills that can make goal achievement easier like\ncommunicating effectively and finding important resources\n• Explore ways to improve their overall health by changing daily habits\n• Practice self-advocacy and systems-advocacy to help them make changes\nthat can support them and others in living well \nTopics Include:\nGoal Setting\nBuilding Support\nHealthy Communication\nSeeking Information\nPhysical wellness and more! \nWhy should you enroll? \nEnhance your physical and emotional well-being\nGain practical life tools\nJoin a supportive community\nEnjoy refreshments\nReceive up to $100.00 for participating in 6 or more sessions! \n Session 1: February 3-March 24\nSession 2: April 7-May 26\nEvery Tuesday from 2-4pm \nJoin us in person at 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor Boston\, MA\, 02111\n-OR\nVia Zoom \nContact Julie Tamayo for additional information:\n(617)821-4398\njtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-20/
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SUMMARY:Housing Workshop - In-Person & by Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 Kat at kvilson@bostoncil.org with your full\nname and phone number. You will receive a confirmation email from\nKat that will include the Zoom webinar link and password. \nTo request reasonable accommodations\, please let Kat know when\nyou register. \n  \n 
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/housing-workshop-3-3/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:BCIL Offices\, 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor\, Boston Center for Independent Living\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community workshop
DESCRIPTION:A FREE 8-week workshop that empowers people with\ndisabilities to learn the tools and develop the skills to\npractice healthier life styles! \nWorkshop participants can:\n• Identify what is meaningful to them and then set quality of life goals\naround ways they want to make their lives better\n• Make progress toward the goals they set by applying problem-solving\nskills and managing emotions like frustration and discouragement\,\nfeelings that can get in the way of reaching goals\n• Discover tools and skills that can make goal achievement easier like\ncommunicating effectively and finding important resources\n• Explore ways to improve their overall health by changing daily habits\n• Practice self-advocacy and systems-advocacy to help them make changes\nthat can support them and others in living well \nTopics Include:\nGoal Setting\nBuilding Support\nHealthy Communication\nSeeking Information\nPhysical wellness and more! \nWhy should you enroll? \nEnhance your physical and emotional well-being\nGain practical life tools\nJoin a supportive community\nEnjoy refreshments\nReceive up to $100.00 for participating in 6 or more sessions! \n Session 1: February 3-March 24\nSession 2: April 7-May 26\nEvery Tuesday from 2-4pm \nJoin us in person at 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor Boston\, MA\, 02111\n-OR\nVia Zoom \nContact Julie Tamayo for additional information:\n(617)821-4398\njtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-21/
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community workshop
DESCRIPTION:A FREE 8-week workshop that empowers people with\ndisabilities to learn the tools and develop the skills to\npractice healthier life styles! \nWorkshop participants can:\n• Identify what is meaningful to them and then set quality of life goals\naround ways they want to make their lives better\n• Make progress toward the goals they set by applying problem-solving\nskills and managing emotions like frustration and discouragement\,\nfeelings that can get in the way of reaching goals\n• Discover tools and skills that can make goal achievement easier like\ncommunicating effectively and finding important resources\n• Explore ways to improve their overall health by changing daily habits\n• Practice self-advocacy and systems-advocacy to help them make changes\nthat can support them and others in living well \nTopics Include:\nGoal Setting\nBuilding Support\nHealthy Communication\nSeeking Information\nPhysical wellness and more! \nWhy should you enroll? \nEnhance your physical and emotional well-being\nGain practical life tools\nJoin a supportive community\nEnjoy refreshments\nReceive up to $100.00 for participating in 6 or more sessions! \n Session 1: February 3-March 24\nSession 2: April 7-May 26\nEvery Tuesday from 2-4pm \nJoin us in person at 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor Boston\, MA\, 02111\n-OR\nVia Zoom \nContact Julie Tamayo for additional information:\n(617)821-4398\njtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-22/
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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-3-2-2/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:BCIL Offices\, 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor\, Boston Center for Independent Living\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rally for PCA services on March 19th!
DESCRIPTION:The governor’s proposed budget again looks to reduce PCA services\, seeking a cut of $68 million dollars. This could result in a serious loss of services and impact the income of PCAs\, who already facing many challenges staying afloat. In response\, BCIL\, in conjunction with 1199SEIU and disability and senior groups\, is rallying for PCA and home care services. \nThursday\, March 19\, 12:30 p.m.\nMassachusetts State House \nWe fought off proposals that would have cut services in 2024 and 2025. And our voices are needed again! \nFor more information contact BCIL at contactBCIL@bostoncil.org or 617-338-6665.
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/rally-for-pca-services-on-march-19th/
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SUMMARY:Choose your own Path: Education Options after High School
DESCRIPTION:A virtual workshop for transition-age youth with disabilities looking to learn more about options for continuing education post-high school. \nWhat to expect: \n\nLearn about common paths after high school\nMatch scenarios to post-Secondary paths\nAnswer common questions students have about choosing a path\nResearch programs\n\nRegister by March 20th. \nQuestions? Contact: Maddie Heavey\, Youth Services Program Manager at mheavey@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/choose-your-own-path-education-options-after-high-school/
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SUMMARY:Living Well in the Community workshop
DESCRIPTION:A FREE 8-week workshop that empowers people with\ndisabilities to learn the tools and develop the skills to\npractice healthier life styles! \nWorkshop participants can:\n• Identify what is meaningful to them and then set quality of life goals\naround ways they want to make their lives better\n• Make progress toward the goals they set by applying problem-solving\nskills and managing emotions like frustration and discouragement\,\nfeelings that can get in the way of reaching goals\n• Discover tools and skills that can make goal achievement easier like\ncommunicating effectively and finding important resources\n• Explore ways to improve their overall health by changing daily habits\n• Practice self-advocacy and systems-advocacy to help them make changes\nthat can support them and others in living well \nTopics Include:\nGoal Setting\nBuilding Support\nHealthy Communication\nSeeking Information\nPhysical wellness and more! \nWhy should you enroll? \nEnhance your physical and emotional well-being\nGain practical life tools\nJoin a supportive community\nEnjoy refreshments\nReceive up to $100.00 for participating in 6 or more sessions! \n Session 1: February 3-March 24\nSession 2: April 7-May 26\nEvery Tuesday from 2-4pm \nJoin us in person at 60 Temple Place\, 5th Floor Boston\, MA\, 02111\n-OR\nVia Zoom \nContact Julie Tamayo for additional information:\n(617)821-4398\njtamayo@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/living-well-in-the-community-workshop-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000
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SUMMARY:RTAG General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the signing of the Next Generation Accessibility Agreement between the MBTA and Boston Center for Independent Living\, RTAG’s role will be growing! In addition to serving as the MBTA’s official advisory committee on matters related to people with disabilities and older adults\, RTAG will be responsible for monitoring the MBTA’s compliance with the new agreement and being the organizing force behind transportation-related advocacy. \nNew staff will be joining the RTAG team beginning in March and a number of discussions are underway regarding improving meeting formats and community engagement. Please join our next meeting in March\, either in person or virtually\, to learn more! \nWhen? March 25\, 2026\, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm\nWhere? \n\nJoin us in person: MBTA Boardroom\, 10 Park Plaza\, Boston\, 2nd floor MA 02116\n\n\nJoin us virtually via Zoom\n\nRegister in advance for the RTAG virtual meeting. \nAll RTAG meetings are accessible to people with disabilities and people with limited English proficiency. Real-time captioning (CART) and an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter will be provided for this meeting. Other accessibility accommodations and language services will be provided free of charge upon request\, as available. \nTo request reasonable accommodation or language services\, please email rtagboston@bostoncil.org or call Kat at 978-893-8100 at least two weeks before the meeting. \nSign up for the RTAG newsletter.
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/rtag-general-meeting-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000
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SUMMARY:Oh\, The Places They’ll Go: Supporting Independent Living Goals During Conflict
DESCRIPTION:A virtual workshop for families of transition age youth with disabilities navigating conflict as their child prepares for their future! \nWednesday\, March 25th @4:00 – 5:00 PM \nLearn about: \n\n5 Rs of conflict resolution\nCollaborative problem-solving during disagreements\nCreating a support system post high school\nPromoting independent living goals\n\nRegister by March 23rd \nQuestions? Contact: Maddie Heavey\, Youth Services Program Manager at mheavey@bostoncil.org
URL:https://bostoncil.org/event/oh-the-places-theyll-go-supporting-independent-living-goals-during-conflict/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T160000
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SUMMARY:Combating Ableism through Media Representation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Center for Independent Living’s Transition to Adulthood Program is hosting a workshop on combating ableism through media representation. This workshop is designed for family members of individuals with disabilities and professionals interested in disability advocacy and media. Participants will discuss where they encounter ableism in their everyday lives\, watch Stella Young’s TED Talk on “inspiration porn\,” explore both positive and negative representations of disability in media\, and examine ways to promote more accurate and empowering portrayals of disability \nA virtual workshop discussing how we can combat ableism through media representation by: \n\nDiscussing encounters of ableism\nExploring positive and negative representations\nExamining ways to promote empowering portrayals of disability\n\nDate: Monday\, March 30th\nTime: 4:00-5:00 PM\nVirtual: On Zoom\nEligibility: Family of transition-aged youth with disabilities and professionals.\nTo register: Click here or scan the QR code above. Once registered\, you will receive the Zoom link in your email. \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/combating-ableism-through-media-representation-workshop/
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