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Virtual Comprehensive Caregiver Support Group

Zoom

For caregivers of an individual with a dual diagnosis. Join us this month for a discussion on Medicaid and DD waiver services with Jamie Colgin of the Hanover County Community Services Board. Friday, September 13, 2024 noon-1:30pm Virtual on Zoom Register to receive Zoom link: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74828-comprehensive-caregiver-support-sept-24

Virtual – School Inclusion Support Group

Connect with caregivers who speak your language! Join us for the monthly school-inclusion focused VDSA caregiver support group. This group is peer-led by parents of school-aged children with Down syndrome. Come ask your questions and share your knowledge and experience with others on a similar journey! 7-8 pm on Zoom, register to receive link Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75775-virtual-school-inclusion-support-group-september-2024

Free

Virtual – Housing Options presentation by Heart Havens

Zoom

The Virginia Down Syndrome Association invites parents and caregivers to attend a virtual session led by housing provider Heart Havens. This session will go into the types of housing, such as group homes or sponsored residential settings, and what caregivers should look for and be aware of when helping their loved ones on their residential journey. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74999-virtual-housing-options-presented-by-heart-havens

Virtual – Transitioning from school to adulthood from All Needs Planning

Zoom

The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is pleased to offer free, virtual educational sessions for caregivers this fall. All Needs Planning, which provides financial, estate, and life planning for families, has generously offered to provide the following upcoming sessions: Wednesday, August 21st - IEP Advocacy from 6:30pm-7:00pm Wednesday, September 25th - Transitioning from school to adulthood from 6:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday, October 23rd - Medicaid waiver updates from 6:30pm-7:00pm Feel free to register for all three topics and join us in conversation! For more information, contact Ame Branam, Education Director, at abranam@virginiadsa.org Click here to register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74996-virtual-educational-webinars-from-all-needs-planning

Virtual – Medicaid waiver updates from All Needs Planning

Zoom

The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is pleased to offer free, virtual educational sessions for caregivers this fall. All Needs Planning, which provides financial, estate, and life planning for families, has generously offered to provide the following upcoming sessions: Wednesday, August 21st - IEP Advocacy from 6:30pm-7:00pm Wednesday, September 25th - Transitioning from school to adulthood from 6:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday, October 23rd - Medicaid waiver updates from 6:30pm-7:00pm Feel free to register for all three topics and join us in conversation! For more information, contact Ame Branam, Education Director, at abranam@virginiadsa.org Click here to register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74996-virtual-educational-webinars-from-all-needs-planning

Richmond – Parent Night Respite Event October 2024

The VDSA Parents' Night Respite Event will take place on Friday, October 25th from 6 pm- 8 pm at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy (12201 Gayton Rd. Henrico, VA 23238). Individuals with Down syndrome (5+) and their siblings (5+) are welcome at this event.   register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76026-richmond-parent-night-respite-event-october-2024

Free
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