Families Like Ours

04/29/2026

04/24/2026

Dive Into Community: Swim Sessions for All Abilities.
Swim Sessions for All Abilities is happening every Friday throughout the year now from 12:00PM – 1:00 PM at Berkshire South Regional Community Center (15 Crissey Rd, Great Barrington).

This is a relaxed, open swim time for families raising children with all abilities — siblings and parents are welcome, too! No registration required; just bring your suits and come cool off with us.

To help us continue offering this program year-round, we are inviting families and friends to contribute through a “pay what you can” model or a donation. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us cover the costs of keeping this special space open for everyone. https://givebutter.com/COM0KK

04/23/2026

Our DRIVERS ED SCHOLARSHIP application is available in the guidance offices of Monument Mountain and Mount Everett high schools. There is still time to apply. Completed app and all required information is due no later than May 1. Or download and print: https://acrobat.adobe.com/.../urn:aaid:sc:US:da6f1890...

04/23/2026

TODAY @ 11 AM – Special Needs Support Group (Virtual)

Many guardians raising a child with special needs can feel overwhelmed and isolated. This group is a safe space to remind yourself that you are not alone. 💛

Join us to find validation, resources, and connection with other community members who truly understand the journey.

📧 Email: Rania@familieslikeoursinc.com
📱 Text/Call: (413) 854-3971
(We’ll send you the link to join!)

04/20/2026

There’s still room in our Adaptive Cultural Kitchen Club! 🍽️🌍

Today, This fun, hands-on class for youth ages 9–16 takes place Mondays from 3:30–5:00pm and is led by the wonderful Jenny Schwartz. Kids will explore simple, delicious snacks from around the world while building confidence and real-life kitchen skills.

📅 Remaining dates: April 20 (Last Class)
📍 141 West Avenue, Great Barrington (Family Resource Center)

It’s a welcoming, inclusive space where kids can learn, connect, and have fun—and family members and siblings are always welcome too!

✨ Come cook, learn, and grow with us!

04/17/2026

Tomorrow is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and every donation makes a real difference for Families Like Ours

Your support helps keep everything we offer free to the families who need it most. That includes our community events, family support, case management, resources, advocacy, connection, and the time we spend helping families navigate challenges they should never have to face alone.

Because of donors like you, families can access support without worrying about cost. That freedom matters. It means parents can focus on their children, families can feel less alone, and our community can continue growing stronger together.

Please consider helping us make an impact this year. Ways you can support us:

💙 Donate: https://givebutter.com/AutismWalk
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💙 Join us tomorrow at the event, walk a couple miles, and connect with the amazing resources available

Together, we can continue keeping our programs free and available to the families who count on them most. Thank you for believing in this mission.