Training - Leadership - Community

The FLS is provided annually in each DDS region (Northeast, Southest, Central, West, Metro). Preference is given to those families that have a loved one who is DDS eligible. The FLS training takes place in-person and/or virtually over 3-6 months.

2025-2026 Application & Dates will be available in July

*Not sure in which region you live? 

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Want to learn more? 

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Training - Leadership - Community

Have you always wanted to participant in a Massachusetts Family Leadership Series, but medical challenges, transportation, schedules, or childcare have gotten in the way?

If so, apply for our first Statewide Virtual Family Leadership Series held on Thursday Nights from 6:30-8:30pm. The program runs from January through April. You will learn about building community, the history of the disability movement, Charting the LifeCourse, advocacy, leadership, systems change, the legislative process, and more.

*Not sure in which region you live? 

  Click here to find your city or town

Want to learn more? 

See our Virtual Frequently Asked Questions about the Series.