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Contact Information
Massachusetts Families Organizing for ChangeContact: Emily Murgo Nisenbaum, Coordinator
Email Address: emilynisenbaum@nemasketgroup.org
Phone: 508-999-4436
View Massachusetts Families Organizing for Change - Southeast Region Website
109 Fairhaven Road Mattapoisett, MA 02739
Area Served: Southeast
Map Location Massachusetts Families Organizing for Change - Southeast Region
Narrative
Provides Family Leadership Series and works to educate the community about advocacy, services, and local, state and federal resources for individuals with disabilities. Regional chapters throughout the state.
Provides and promotes networking, education and training support that families need as they strive to become influential and effective advocates for their family member. Organizes a Family Leadership Series each year to provide information about best practices and opportunities to support individuals with disabilities and their families to fully participate in all aspects of community life. Particular focus is given to influencing policy at the local, state and national level and in assisting families in creating an "enviable life" for their family member. Massachusetts Families Organizing for Change Southeastern Region is one of five regions comprising the state wide group Massachusetts Families Organizing for Change. Most trainings, workshops & conferences are free - nominal fees for a very few activities.
Program Type
- Advocacy
- Information/Referral
- Support Groups
Populations Served
- All Disabilities
Ages Served
Additional Information
- Fees: Personal Funds