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  • Virtual – Va-LEND Information Session

    Zoom

    Learn with Va-LEND! Join us for a free, virtual information on March 20th at 6pm to learn all about Virginia LEND! Virginia LEND is a program that helps health professionals, people with disabilities and their families learn how to be leaders. People from all different experiences and professions learn together about how they can provide person- and family-centered services for children and adults with disabilities. People with disabilities and family members learn from the professionals and the professionals learn from people with disabilities and family members so they can work better together. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/98787-va-lend-information-session Va-LEND stands for Virginia Leadership Education in [...]

  • Virtual – 2026 Education Series

    Virtual – 2026 Education Series

    The Virginia Down Syndrome Association will host the 12th Education & Transition Conference will be Saturday, March 14th at the J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College - Parham Campus. In conjunction with the conference, VDSA is pleased to provide additional learning opportunities for caregivers, educators, and self-advocates with ID/DD. Feel free to register for any and all sessions! The registration page is here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/95531-2026-virtual-education-series Thursday, March 5th 7-8pm - Transition Plans in IEPs presented by Liz Capone Participants will learn more about: How parental data can contribute to transition plans Identifying community opportunities The importance of soft skills Ensuring readiness for Interviews Taking a deep dive into [...]

  • Richmond – Respite Afternoon

    VDSA 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA

    We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too! Enjoy some time away while VDSA keep your children ages 0 to 12 safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings. For our respite afternoon, we are accepting participants ages 0 to 12. Email Cheryl to join the waitlist for this event if registration is closed: ccastle@virginiadsa.org. The VDSA Respite Event will take place on Saturday, March 28th from 2 pm to 5 pm at the VDSA's office (1504 Santa Rosa Rd. Suite 124 Henrico, VA 23294). Individuals with Down [...]

  • Williamsburg Parent Respite Night

    Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia

    Self-Care Time for Caregivers! We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too. Enjoy time away while VDSA staff and volunteers keep your children safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome. The VDSA Parents Night Respite Event will take place on Friday, April 17th from 6 pm- 8 pm at the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church (215 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg). PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF BEFORE 6 PM. Individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings are welcome at this event. We have revamped our Parent Respite Night to make it more fun [...]

  • Richmond Area Moms’ Night Out

    Firebirds Wood Fired Grill 11448 Belvedere Vista Ln, Richmond, VA

    You are invited to a Mom's Night Out! Friday, April 17th, 6:30pm Firebirds Wood Fired Gill, 11448 Belvedere Vista Ln, Richmond Treat yourself to an evening designed just for YOU, where you can relax, and enjoy some well-deserved me-time. Register Here: Moms' Night Out

  • Moms’ Night Out Flower Arranging Workshop

    Westover Hills UMC 1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA

    Moms' Night Out Flower Arranging Workshop April Moms' Night Out - Flower Arranging Workshop Host by Jacob's Chance Registration open through April 27th Join fellow moms and maternal caregivers for a night of creativity, connection, and self-care! Event hosted by Jacob's Chance in partnership with All Needs Planning, Carroll Compass Consulting, Virginia Down Syndrome Association, and Friendship Circle of Virginia. Date: Thursday, April 30th Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Location: Westover Hills UMC (1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225) Cost: $20 Sign Up Here: Moms' Night Out