Disabilities & Special Needs

The disability indicator program is a voluntary program that helps 911 call takers identify if a person calling needs special assistance during an emergency.

We offer a variety of services, supports and programs dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students who have a documented risk of regression during the summer months.

We provide one-to-one mentoring to youth and adults with disabilities to reach their full potential.

Daybreak allows children who need a smaller program and extra support to fully experience the benefits of summer camp.

We offer a monthly delivery of library materials to Cambridge residents who are unable to visit a library due to short- or long-term disability or infirmity.

Volunteer to help an older adult in Cambridge or Somerville budget and manage their finances.

Riverside Early Head Start is a comprehensive early childhood program that partners with parents to promote children’s healthy development.

Supports families through home-based evaluations and services for children up to age 3 with or at risk for developmental delays.

We help people apply for and resolve problems with Social Security, SSI, SSDI, TAFDC, EAEDC, MassHealth and Medicare.

Supporting youth with special needs in afterschool/summer programming

A home visiting programs' primary purpose is to support and encourage parents and caregivers, share information, and connect families with resources in their home and/or a convenient location.

The guide is organized around six key themes: affordable housing, emergency housing, housing rights, legal and mediation services, safe & healthy homes, and financial assistance.

The Office of Student Services (OSS) includes a variety of services, supports and programs dedicated to ensuring equitable access and success for students with disabilities.

We have several support groups, meetings, and events happening virtually for parents and their children.

We issue temporary Cambridge disability parking permits to residents and individuals who work in Cambridge.

This free, easy-to-read online Guide is for parents of children aged 0-3 who may need special services to help with their development.

We provide group and individual training about how to safely ride the MBTA. Safety, trip planning, accessibility, how to read maps and schedules, reduced fares, and more.

We put together this list of resources to help people with disabilities get their basic needs met during this public health crisis of COVID-19.

Do you have questions or need more information about your child’s development or child's behavior?

Special Start is Cambridge Public Schools’ preschool program for students with disabilities. The program provides services for preschool aged children 3 to 5 years of age.

Our hotline helps prevent suicide by giving free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you and loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

We've collected a list of resources and activities for children and adults with special needs that parents can use while they're at home.

This program serves b+ folks through support, education, and resources.

We serve children and youth (ages 6-22) with disabilities by providing a super fun summer program full of outdoor activities, swimming, field trips, crafts, cooking, and more!

We promote Community, Housing, Access, and Independence for children and adults of all abilities, strengths, and needs.