April 2021
Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »LGBTQIA Virtual Support Group
Do you wonder if you're the only one who feels the way you do? Do you wish there was a place for you and your friends that feel the same way you do? Thrive's LGBTQIA Support Group is for all people with special needs that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual/aromantic/agender, to meet in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment.
Find out more »DJ Krista’s Virtual Dance Party Age 25+
Get your squad together and dance the night away at Thrive's twice-a-month virtual dance parties, on the first and third Fridays each month. These energizing evenings will feature beats you'll want to move to, contests, time to connect with friends, and more. Shake off the tension of the week and get your groove on with your friends. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+
Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships! We'll discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries in an environment where no question is off-limits. Topics may include hygiene, dating, sex, contraception. Questions will be sought in advance of the course so material can be tailored to the needs and interest of the participants in a judgement-free zone. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives. The age range…
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Thriving for Knowledge
A monthly virtual gathering for parents and caregivers to discuss services that may be available to your loved one and your family. Meeting the third Wednesday of every month. Pre-registration is required. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to the Workshop. Discussion Topics: Social Security MASS Health Housing Domestic Benefits Transportation Medical Coordination Educational Coordination DDS Applications PCA Services ABA Resources Additional Thrive Community workshops
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Minecraft Gaming Group Ages 25+
Join this Minecraft group creating a cohesive in-game community that can rely and help each other reach independent or collective goals. This group is for participants ages 25+. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Men’s Group Ages 25+
Led by Thrive staffer Scott Diggins, this group, for ages 25+, will meet weekly to connect with friends old and new. Meeting through Zoom, pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »May 2021
Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+
Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships! We'll discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries in an environment where no question is off-limits. Topics may include hygiene, dating, sex, contraception. Questions will be sought in advance of the course so material can be tailored to the needs and interest of the participants in a judgement-free zone. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives. The age range…
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »DDS Self-Directed Supports Workshop
Presented by Pamela Hickey, DDS Central/West Regional Self-Direction Manager, join us virtually for a discussion about expanding choices and control in your life through Self-Directed Supports. This is an opportunity to hear how participants and their families use DDS Self-Directed Services to design individualized services to meet their needs through Participant Direct Programs or Agency with Choice. This informational workshop is geared to participants and their families. Pre-registration is required. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to the…
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »DJ Krista’s Virtual Dance Party Age 25+
Get your squad together and dance the night away at Thrive's twice-a-month virtual dance parties, on the first and third Fridays each month. These energizing evenings will feature beats you'll want to move to, contests, time to connect with friends, and more. Shake off the tension of the week and get your groove on with your friends. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Minecraft Gaming Group Ages 25+
Join this Minecraft group creating a cohesive in-game community that can rely and help each other reach independent or collective goals. This group is for participants ages 25+. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Men’s Group Ages 25+
Led by Thrive staffer Scott Diggins, this group, for ages 25+, will meet weekly to connect with friends old and new. Meeting through Zoom, pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Guardianship & Alternatives Workshop
Presented by Attorney Meredith H. Greene – Fletcher & Tilton PC, this virtual workshop is for parents and family members of persons with an intellectual or developmental disability, to provide an overview of the legal consequences of reaching the age of emancipation at 18. Discussion will include a description of the range of decision-making options, as well as guardianship, the powers and duties of a guardian, the procedure of initiating a guardianship, and substituted judgement. We will also cover Supported…
Find out more »Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+
Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships! We'll discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries in an environment where no question is off-limits. Topics may include hygiene, dating, sex, contraception. Questions will be sought in advance of the course so material can be tailored to the needs and interest of the participants in a judgement-free zone. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives. The age range…
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Department of Mental Health 101
Join us for this virtual presentation by Carly Sebastian, LICSW, Director of Child and Adolescent Services at the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH). Learn about who the DMH is and who they are not. Ms. Sebastian will answer questions about the DMH, hear your feedback, and discuss DMH services. This workshop will be informative for parents and guardians looking for support and information on their child's behavior, emotions, and mental health challenges. Pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will…
Find out more »Thriving for Knowledge
A monthly virtual gathering for parents and caregivers to discuss services that may be available to your loved one and your family. Meeting the third Wednesday of every month. Pre-registration is required. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to the Workshop. Discussion Topics: Social Security MASS Health Housing Domestic Benefits Transportation Medical Coordination Educational Coordination DDS Applications PCA Services ABA Resources Additional Thrive Community workshops
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »LGBTQIA Virtual Support Group
Do you wonder if you're the only one who feels the way you do? Do you wish there was a place for you and your friends that feel the same way you do? Thrive's LGBTQIA Support Group is for all people with special needs that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual/aromantic/agender, to meet in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment.
Find out more »DJ Krista’s Virtual Dance Party Age 25+
Get your squad together and dance the night away at Thrive's twice-a-month virtual dance parties, on the first and third Fridays each month. These energizing evenings will feature beats you'll want to move to, contests, time to connect with friends, and more. Shake off the tension of the week and get your groove on with your friends. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Minecraft Gaming Group Ages 25+
Join this Minecraft group creating a cohesive in-game community that can rely and help each other reach independent or collective goals. This group is for participants ages 25+. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Men’s Group Ages 25+
Led by Thrive staffer Scott Diggins, this group, for ages 25+, will meet weekly to connect with friends old and new. Meeting through Zoom, pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »June 2021
Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »DJ Krista’s Virtual Dance Party Age 25+
Get your squad together and dance the night away at Thrive's twice-a-month virtual dance parties, on the first and third Fridays each month. These energizing evenings will feature beats you'll want to move to, contests, time to connect with friends, and more. Shake off the tension of the week and get your groove on with your friends. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Minecraft Gaming Group Ages 25+
Join this Minecraft group creating a cohesive in-game community that can rely and help each other reach independent or collective goals. This group is for participants ages 25+. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+
Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships! We'll discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries in an environment where no question is off-limits. Topics may include hygiene, dating, sex, contraception. Questions will be sought in advance of the course so material can be tailored to the needs and interest of the participants in a judgement-free zone. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives. The age range…
Find out more »Virtual LEAD/Marlborough
LEAD (Leadership Experience And Development) is a groundbreaking initiative that prepares and empowers young adults who want to learn what it takes to become a leader and better the world around them. Young adults (ages 16-25) gain the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to become leaders in their communities through this virtual experience. LEAD/Marlborough meets weekly online on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm throughout the school year.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Healthy Food Choices
Why is healthy eating important? What is a healthy diet? What do you think happens when you feed your body the proper foods? Explore these questions and more. Learn to eat healthy without the need to stop eating what you like. Choose foods to plan and prepare healthy meals and improve your lifestyle. This six-week course meets virtually. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Men’s Group Ages 25+
Led by Thrive staffer Scott Diggins, this group, for ages 25+, will meet weekly to connect with friends old and new. Meeting through Zoom, pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Spanish for Beginners
Expand your horizons and learn a new language. Join us for a beginner class in Spanish. No prior experience required for this six-week virtual class. We'll practice common words, phrases and basic requests. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to each class.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Thriving for Knowledge
A monthly virtual gathering for parents and caregivers to discuss services that may be available to your loved one and your family. Meeting the third Wednesday of every month. Pre-registration is required. A Zoom meeting link will be sent prior to the Workshop. Discussion Topics: Social Security MASS Health Housing Domestic Benefits Transportation Medical Coordination Educational Coordination DDS Applications PCA Services ABA Resources Additional Thrive Community workshops
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »LGBTQIA Virtual Support Group
Do you wonder if you're the only one who feels the way you do? Do you wish there was a place for you and your friends that feel the same way you do? Thrive's LGBTQIA Support Group is for all people with special needs that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual/aromantic/agender, to meet in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment.
Find out more »DJ Krista’s Virtual Dance Party Age 25+
Get your squad together and dance the night away at Thrive's twice-a-month virtual dance parties, on the first and third Fridays each month. These energizing evenings will feature beats you'll want to move to, contests, time to connect with friends, and more. Shake off the tension of the week and get your groove on with your friends. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Minecraft Gaming Group Ages 25+
Join this Minecraft group creating a cohesive in-game community that can rely and help each other reach independent or collective goals. This group is for participants ages 25+. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Sexuality, Relationships, and Boundaries Age 18+
Everything you’ve ever wanted to learn about healthy relationships! We'll discuss sexuality, relationships, and boundaries in an environment where no question is off-limits. Topics may include hygiene, dating, sex, contraception. Questions will be sought in advance of the course so material can be tailored to the needs and interest of the participants in a judgement-free zone. The presenter has been trained by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in supporting people to lead sexually healthy lives. The age range…
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Men’s Group Ages 25+
Led by Thrive staffer Scott Diggins, this group, for ages 25+, will meet weekly to connect with friends old and new. Meeting through Zoom, pre-registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Anime Age 25+
Share your joy of anime - a style of Japanese film and television animation - with friends. Meet weekly to watch classic and current anime shows and movies. Choose anime comic books to read and discuss. Work on your own anime artwork and share with the group. Ideas, topics, discussion, and media will be driven by the groups interests. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Virtual Ladies’ Group Ages 15-25
Ladies group for ages 15-25, run by your favorite Thrive staffers Caroline and Tia, meets virtually. The interactive meetings will include socializing and sharing experiences, recipe sharing, makeovers, and brainstorming creative ways to keep productive. Pre-registration is required and a Zoom link will be sent before each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »Adult Ladies’ Group Ages 25+
Check out Thrive's Adult Ladies' Group for participants 25+. Join your favorite Thrive staffer Donna McCarthy to connect with old friends and meet new ones. We'll be meeting virtually to share experiences, ideas, recipes, and more. Open to women 25 and older. Group members will be emailed a Zoom Meeting link prior to each meeting. The age range for activities is a flexible guideline. Those outside the range are considered on an individual basis.
Find out more »