Autism Support Center at Vinfen

09/29/2026

It's that time of year again! The 2026 Autism Waiver Program Open Request Period will be held from October 16, 2026 – October 30, 2026. You can fill out and submit the application here: The link to fill out the Open Request Application is: https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/KmFkCZZER1S8vMZNCjhVViBlehn?domain=forms.cloud.microsoft

New this year, the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services is now accepting applications through their fax line as well 1-857-323-8379.

Applications will continue to be accepted through regular mail and through email. Mailed applications should be sent to:
DDS Central Office
Attn: Children’s Autism Waiver Program
40 Broad St, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02109.

Emailed applications should be sent to our new email address:
[email protected]

The Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services will not be accepting hand delivered applications.

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07/08/2026

Complicated paperwork shouldn't be the reason people lose their Medicaid coverage. A new federal rule requires many adults who get Medicaid to prove they're working, studying, or volunteering 80 hours a month. People with disabilities are supposed to be exempt, but the rule adds so much paperwork that many could lose coverage anyway—not because they're ineligible, but because they can't keep up with the red tape.

Tell the government to fix this. Submit a comment here by the July 31 deadline: https://bit.ly/4wmhKIk

07/08/2026

Disability is a natural and valuable part of human diversity, and we celebrate people with disabilities this month and beyond for the significant contributions and impact they bring to our communities.

Every person deserves the opportunity to live, work, learn, and thrive in their community with dignity, choice, and respect. That belief is at the heart of Vinfen's mission. Every day, we're proud to partner with the individuals we serve, their families, and our communities to expand access, break down barriers, and create opportunities for people to lead fulfilling lives.

07/06/2026

Worried about your child’s wandering behavior? There are resources that can help! Watch this video and check out the Autism, Wandering & Water Safety webpage for information about safety equipment, adaptive swim lessons, therapies, financial support and more that can help keep your child safe.

If your child is missing, call 9-1-1 immediately.

06/16/2026

The Autism Support Center at Vinfen and the Family Support Center at Vinfen are both thrilled to congratulate Maddie Raphael (left) on her being awarded the Transformer of the Quarter award. Seen here with Director of Family Support Services, Sethany Griffin, Maddie was recognized for stepping into the role of Autism Support Broker Supervisor and navigating the very tricky landscape that is the Autism Waiver Program. She stepped in and helped to train existing staff, recruit and train new staff, and she is a positive and professional role model for everyone she encounters. We are so lucky to have her on our team! Please join us in congratulating her on a well deserved recognition.

05/28/2026

We would LOVE to see you there!!!

Get the latest information about upcoming Find Love Safely social events — for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in the Boston area.

05/14/2026

We are so excited to be joining Find Love Safely for a social event here in Boston! Go to their website findlovesafely.com then click on events/Boston to register!

03/20/2026

Thank you Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism for supporting the Autism Support Center at Vinfen! We consider ourselves so lucky to be a part of the Autism Community in the Greater Boston metro region and beyond, and we are looking forward to developing additional social, recreational and enrichment programs for our community. This grant will allow us to increase our footprint in the autism community, while bringing people together and promoting networking, socialization, and structure.

Here’s a photo of Madeline Raphael. Nikayla Jackson and Oluwatoni Omidiji, our Autism Broker Supervisor and two of our autism brokers that work at the Autism Support Center, celebrating this generous grant.

01/27/2026

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12/10/2025

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