NEWS | August 1, 2023
Virginia Down Syndrome Association to host second advocacy event in Shenandoah Valley
Step Up in the Valley celebrates individuals with Down syndrome. A 1K advocacy walk is accessible for all, including wheelchairs, strollers and well-mannered dogs. The Virginia Down Syndrome Association will host its 2ndAnnual Step Up in the Valley IK, Family Festival and Community Resource on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hillandale Park, 801 Hillandale Ave., Harrisonburg.
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NEWS | May 30, 2023
The Top 40 Under 40 Class of 2023: Jennifer Case
A licensed clinical social worker, Case first became aware of the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (formerly Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond) a little over nine years ago, when she learned that her third son, Brayden, would “most likely” be born with Down Syndrome.
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NEWS | May 26, 2023
Julie Bragg, Kathryn Mary Costanzo score judge’s choice at Richmond dance competition
A CBS 6 News favorite became a dance floor favorite at the inaugural Dancing with the Local Stars Spring Gala Thursday night in Richmond. Julie Bragg helped in raising nearly $38,000 for the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA) event that featured five pairs of local celebrities and their dance partners.
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NEWS | May 22, 2023
Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s Dancing with the Local Stars Gala
The Virginia Down Syndrome Association Dancing with the Local Stars Gala is happening May 25th from 6-10 pm. Today. Jennifer Case, LCSW and Executive Director of VDSA and Kathryn Mary Costanzo, dancer with Miracles in Motion stopped by to share more.
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NEWS | May 18, 2023
Matt DiNardo to ‘Dance with a Star’ at fundraiser for Virginia Down Syndrome Association
8News’ very own Matt DiNardo will be participating in “Dancing with the Local Stars Gala,” a benefit fundraiser hosted by the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA). “The Stars are really the kids that we are dancing with,” DiNardo said. “My partner is a star named Logan who loves Pitbull and we are dancing to his song, ‘I Feel Good.’”
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NEWS | May 11, 2023
Julie Bragg taking part in Local Stars Gala to benefit Virginia Down Syndrome Association
The inaugural Dancing with the Local Stars Gala is a fundraising event to celebrate the Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s 40th Anniversary, and our Julie Bragg will be taking the stage with her partner Kathryn Mary.
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NEWS | February 9, 2023
Resource center seeks to help PCPS families
Becky Boswell is a connector. The coordinator of the Powhatan County Public Schools’ Parent Resource Center doesn’t claim to know all the answers, but when she gets a request for assistance, she said she will do her best to help those in need find the answer…The free community event will bring organizations that offer a wide spectrum of resources, includin …Virginia Down Syndrome Association.
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NEWS | November 20, 2022
Ask the Expert: What is Down syndrome? How can early intervention help?
What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic condition in which a person is born with extra chromosome 21 material. Most people with Down syndrome have three copies of chromosome 21 instead of the usual two copies in every cell. A small percent of individuals may only have some cells with the extra chromosome 21, and this is called Mosaic Down syndrome.
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NEWS | October 31, 2022
Nonprofit announces name change to Virginia Down Syndrome Association
The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond announced today that it is changing its name to the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. “Our name change shows the evolution of the organization and reflects the work we are doing across Virginia,” said Jennifer Case, executive director of the Virginia Down Syndrome Association.
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NEWS | September 23, 2022
Why more programs are needed for some after school ends: ‘People like Ben need a chance’
Many parents wonder how their children will adjust to the work world after high school. For parents whose children are differently abled, wonder often turns to worry as there are few job preparedness programs available. Recent high school graduate Ben Kaman’s parents said they were relieved when they learned of a program through the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond (DSAG).
