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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T103000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Academy - Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Self-advocates\, 18 and up\, are invited to participate in a new program! Join Carol Coffin\, MSRC\, CRC\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and lead teacher of VDSA’s Summer Employment Academy to participate in community service activities to enhance social engagement\, communication\, and employability. \nLocation: \nBrandermill Woods Health Center \n2100 Brandermill Parkway \nMidlothian\, VA 23112 \nDates:  \nSeptember 17\, 2024-October 22\, 2024 \nTuesdays 10:30am-12:30pm \nVolunteers may be dropped off (maximum of 5 registrants) or participate with an attendant (maximum of 2 registrants). \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76234-volunteer-academy
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/volunteer-academy/2024-10-08/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Richmond
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144733
CREATED:20240904T155957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T215652Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Academy - Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Self-advocates\, 18 and up\, are invited to participate in a new program! Join Carol Coffin\, MSRC\, CRC\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and lead teacher of VDSA’s Summer Employment Academy to participate in community service activities to enhance social engagement\, communication\, and employability. \nLocation: \nBrandermill Woods Health Center \n2100 Brandermill Parkway \nMidlothian\, VA 23112 \nDates:  \nSeptember 17\, 2024-October 22\, 2024 \nTuesdays 10:30am-12:30pm \nVolunteers may be dropped off (maximum of 5 registrants) or participate with an attendant (maximum of 2 registrants). \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76234-volunteer-academy
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/volunteer-academy/2024-10-01/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Richmond
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144733
CREATED:20240802T225440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T225440Z
UID:10001011-1727289000-1727292600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Transitioning from school to adulthood from All Needs Planning
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nWednesday\, August 21st – IEP Advocacy from 6:30pm-7:00pm\nWednesday\, September 25th – Transitioning from school to adulthood from 6:30pm-7:30pm\nWednesday\, October 23rd – Medicaid waiver updates from 6:30pm-7:00pm\n\nFeel free to register for all three topics and join us in conversation! For more information\, contact Ame Branam\, Education Director\, at abranam@virginiadsa.org \nClick here to register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74996-virtual-educational-webinars-from-all-needs-planning
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-transitioning-from-school-to-adulthood-from-all-needs-planning/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Support,Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240904T155957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T215652Z
UID:10001073-1727173800-1727181000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Academy - Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Self-advocates\, 18 and up\, are invited to participate in a new program! Join Carol Coffin\, MSRC\, CRC\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and lead teacher of VDSA’s Summer Employment Academy to participate in community service activities to enhance social engagement\, communication\, and employability. \nLocation: \nBrandermill Woods Health Center \n2100 Brandermill Parkway \nMidlothian\, VA 23112 \nDates:  \nSeptember 17\, 2024-October 22\, 2024 \nTuesdays 10:30am-12:30pm \nVolunteers may be dropped off (maximum of 5 registrants) or participate with an attendant (maximum of 2 registrants). \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76234-volunteer-academy
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/volunteer-academy/2024-09-24/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Richmond
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240802T232811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T232811Z
UID:10001013-1726768800-1726772400@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Housing Options presentation by Heart Havens
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74999-virtual-housing-options-presented-by-heart-havens
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-housing-options-presentation-by-heart-havens/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Support,Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240904T155957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T215652Z
UID:10001072-1726569000-1726576200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Academy - Richmond
DESCRIPTION:Self-advocates\, 18 and up\, are invited to participate in a new program! Join Carol Coffin\, MSRC\, CRC\, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and lead teacher of VDSA’s Summer Employment Academy to participate in community service activities to enhance social engagement\, communication\, and employability. \nLocation: \nBrandermill Woods Health Center \n2100 Brandermill Parkway \nMidlothian\, VA 23112 \nDates:  \nSeptember 17\, 2024-October 22\, 2024 \nTuesdays 10:30am-12:30pm \nVolunteers may be dropped off (maximum of 5 registrants) or participate with an attendant (maximum of 2 registrants). \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76234-volunteer-academy
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/volunteer-academy/2024-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Richmond
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240802T225055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T225055Z
UID:10001010-1724265000-1724266800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - IEP Advocacy presentation from All Needs Planning
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nWednesday\, August 21st – IEP Advocacy from 6:30pm-7:00pm\nWednesday\, September 25th – Transitioning from school to adulthood from 6:30pm-7:30pm\nWednesday\, October 23rd – Medicaid waiver updates from 6:30pm-7:00pm\n\nFeel free to register for all three topics and join us in conversation! For more information\, contact Ame Branam\, Education Director\, at abranam@virginiadsa.org \nClick here to register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74996-virtual-educational-webinars-from-all-needs-planning
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-iep-advocacy-presentation-from-all-needs-planning/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Caregiver Support,Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240516T185735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T190305Z
UID:10000951-1720722600-1720726200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Future Planning with Eli's Village
DESCRIPTION:Eli’s Village is hosting a future planning webinar! Join us for an exclusive webinar tailored for families with loved ones with disabilities. Discover comprehensive planning strategies encompassing financial\, legal\, and public benefit aspects as you prepare for your family’s future. This presentation will guide you through essential considerations and empower you to make informed decisions on topics such as Special Needs Trusts\, ABLE Accounts\, Decision Making Models and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights and peace of mind. \nYou can access this webinar through the Zoom link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83553480365 \nRegister for this event here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/72121-future-planning-with-eli-s-village \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/future-planning-with-elis-village/
CATEGORIES:DADS (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome),Education,Moms,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240515T201722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T190136Z
UID:10000946-1717675200-1717678800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Medicaid Lunch 'n Learn with Anthem HealthKeepers Plus
DESCRIPTION:Anthem HealthKeepers Plus will review current happenings within Medicaid as well as give an overview of core benefits and value added benefits.  Lunch will be provided! \nWe will also host this session through Zoom\, so if you are unable to attend in-person\, please tune in here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89719959168 \nWhether you plan to attend in-person or through Zoom\, be sure to register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71819-medicaid-lunch-and-learn-with-anthem-healthkeepers-plus \n\n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/medicaid-information-lunch-n-learn-with-anthem-healthkeepers-plus/
LOCATION:VDSA\, 1504 Santa Rosa Road\, Suite 124\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229
CATEGORIES:DADS (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome),Education,Event,Moms,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T151500
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20240326T195639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T195639Z
UID:10000878-1713362400-1713366900@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - What Families Need to Know!  A Pediatrician's Tips for Understanding Common Lab Results
DESCRIPTION:Join GLOBAL Down Syndrome Foundation  and Dr.Kishore Vellody for an important webinar that will cover:\nCommon labs that are often sent for people with Down syndrome and guidance on their interpretation\nWhat results should be of concern vs expected.\nWhat caregivers can do when they receive their lab results before the doctor.\n\nWednesday\, April 17 – 2:00 pm EST\n\n\nKishore Vellody\, MD\nDr. Vellody completed his medical degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and his pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. He is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. In March 2009\, he became Medical Director of the Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania and has also served as President of the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC). Dr. Vellody has spoken at a variety of local\, regional\, national\, and international meetings on the care of children with Down syndrome. He became a pediatrician in large part because of his relationship with his older brother\, Das\, who is smart\, funny\, caring\, … and also has Down syndrome.\n\n\nYou will have the opportunity to view the presentation and listen live as Dr. Vellody provides key information and answers your questions\nRegister:  https://rb.gy/r4l8kz
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/webinar-what-families-need-to-know-a-pediatricians-tips-for-understanding-common-lab-results/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125052Z
UID:10000769-1709235000-1709238600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - Just Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-just-human-the-quest-for-disability-wisdom-respect-and-inclusion/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125144Z
UID:10000768-1709231400-1709235000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - The Critical Time of Transition
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-the-critical-time-of-transition/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125216Z
UID:10000767-1709062200-1709065800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - Competence\, Autonomy & Relatedness
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nTuesday\, February\, 27\n6:30-7:30\nAssistive Technology: Supporting Independence\nDr. Anya Evmenova\, George Mason University \n7:30-8:30\nCompetence\, Autonomy & Relatedness\nKendal Swartzentruber\, Brandon Stees\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-competence-autonomy-relatedness/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125250Z
UID:10000766-1709058600-1709062200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - Assistive Technology: Supporting Independence
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nTuesday\, February\, 27\n6:30-7:30\nAssistive Technology: Supporting Independence\nDr. Anya Evmenova\, George Mason University \n7:30-8:30\nCompetence\, Autonomy & Relatedness\nKendal Swartzentruber\, Brandon Stees\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-assistive-technology-supporting-independence/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125320Z
UID:10000765-1708630200-1708633800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - Fostering Independence
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nThursday\, February 22\n6:30-7:30\nEmpowering Emotional Regulation and Prosocial Behaviors\nSarah Schmitt\, Behavioral & Educational Consultant \n7:30-8:30\nFostering Independence\nDana Halle\, Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County California \nTuesday\, February\, 27\n6:30-7:30\nAssistive Technology: Supporting Independence\nDr. Anya Evmenova\, George Mason University \n7:30-8:30\nCompetence\, Autonomy & Relatedness\nKendal Swartzentruber\, Brandon Stees\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-fostering-independence/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T193114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125353Z
UID:10000764-1708626600-1708630200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - Empowering Emotional Regulation and Prosocial Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nThursday\, February 22\n6:30-7:30\nEmpowering Emotional Regulation and Prosocial Behaviors\nSarah Schmitt\, Behavioral & Educational Consultant \n7:30-8:30\nFostering Independence\nDana Halle\, Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County California \nTuesday\, February\, 27\n6:30-7:30\nAssistive Technology: Supporting Independence\nDr. Anya Evmenova\, George Mason University \n7:30-8:30\nCompetence\, Autonomy & Relatedness\nKendal Swartzentruber\, Brandon Stees\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-empowering-emotional-regulation-and-prosocial-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231214T192856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T125427Z
UID:10000763-1708458300-1708461000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Speaker Series - More Alike Than Different
DESCRIPTION:Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive\n4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower\, educate\, connect\, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided \n\nConnect with other caregivers and allies of individuals with Down syndrome during this 4-night virtual speaker series. There will be two thought-provoking topics each evening – pick the ones that interest you most or attend them all. The ticket price covers all 8 sessions! We will engage with self-advocates\, parents\, disability advocates\, and experts in the field. \n*Scholarships available\, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information \nCost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all recordings. \nTuesday\, February 20\n6:30-7:45\nFull Life: Setting our Kids Up to Thrive as Adults\nAmy Julia Becker\, mother of an individual with Down syndrome \n7:45-8:30\nMore Alike Than Different\nDavid Egan\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 22\n6:30-7:30\nEmpowering Emotional Regulation and Prosocial Behaviors\nSarah Schmitt\, Behavioral & Educational Consultant \n7:30-8:30\nFostering Independence\nDana Halle\, Co-Founder & Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County California \nTuesday\, February\, 27\n6:30-7:30\nAssistive Technology: Supporting Independence\nDr. Anya Evmenova\, George Mason University \n7:30-8:30\nCompetence\, Autonomy & Relatedness\nKendal Swartzentruber\, Brandon Stees\, self-advocate with Down syndrome \nThursday\, February 29\n6:30-7:30\nThe Critical Time of Transition\nLisa Coates\, EducateforAll \n7:30-8:30 pm\nJust Human: The Quest for Disability Wisdom\, Respect\, and Inclusion\nArielle Silverman\, Disabled activist\, Social scientist\, and Author \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-speaker-series-more-alike-than-different/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20231024T183151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T183151Z
UID:10000658-1701196200-1701199800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Diagnosis+ Help Group – Virtual\nThis peer-led discussion provides support for caregivers of individuals with multiple diagnoses. The program is co-hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia and the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/63666-diagnosis-help-group
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/diagnosis-help-group-virtual-2/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230926T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T182132Z
UID:10000577-1698087600-1698091200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Your Family with a Disability Life Plan - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Financial planning can be daunting! Join us on Monday 10/23 from 7:00-8:00 pm for Supporting Your Family with a Disability Life Plan: \n– Put together a family-centered disability life plan \n– Protect vulnerable family members \n– Calculate the cost of care and provide for that in the future \n– Identify future needed supports \n\nRegistration link: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62203-supporting-your-family-with-a-disability-life-master-plan
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/supporting-your-family-with-a-disability-life-plan-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230807T202444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T202444Z
UID:10000546-1695753000-1695756600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Diagnosis+ Help Group – Virtual\nThis peer-led discussion provides support for caregivers of individuals with multiple diagnoses. The program is co-hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia and the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60302-diagnosis-help-group
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/diagnosis-help-group-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230906T181817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T181817Z
UID:10000575-1695321000-1695324600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Info Session on Learning Program
DESCRIPTION:Support your young child as they learn math and reading skills! Come find out more about The Learning Program (in-person and virtual options) set to begin in October. Register to receive the Zoom link for this free virtual information session here: \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/61887-learning-program-information-session \nsklauer@virginiadsa.org
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/info-session-on-learning-program/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230807T202257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T202257Z
UID:10000545-1695236400-1695240000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:All About IEPs - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The IEP process can be frustrating and confusing. Medical Home Plus (MHP) has supported families through the IEP process for decades. We will start with an informational session and end with Q&A. This program is free for families of children with Down syndrome. \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60264-all-about-iep-s
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/all-about-ieps-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230226T171456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T183222Z
UID:10000306-1685784600-1685791800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:The Learning Program
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Program – The 2022-2023 Series\n\n\nThe 10th year of the Learning Program at DSAGR kicked off in September 2022 as a hybrid model. \nRegistration is closed for 2022-2023.  Contact Sherry Klauer for program information for Sept 2023 to June 2024. \nsklauer@virginiadsa.org \nThe Learning Program is an educational program that serves as a platform for sharing literacy and math instructional strategies\, resources and activities to improve academic outcomes for students with Down syndrome\, equipping families with the knowledge and tools to work effectively at home and at school. \nThere will be a total of 8 sessions held on Saturdays between September 2022 and May 2022. 5 of these sessions are for parents only in a virtual format (October\, January\, April\, May\, and June). 3 of these sessions are in person and be for both parents and children to receive instruction (November\, February\, and March). In September\, we had a Family Day to meet teachers\, other families and enjoy a park day. \nDuring the in-person sessions\, parents will receive instructions in a separate parent only class.  Children will receive hands-on learning in a student class with centers that focus on literacy\, math and fine motor/handwriting setting led by a qualified teacher and occupational therapist with volunteers to maintain a low teacher to student ratio. All in-person classes will be held at River Road Church Baptist in Richmond\, VA. All the dates are below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat level might be best for your child?\n\nLP Level 1 (recommended ages PreK-1st grade or emerging readers)\nLP Level 2 (recommended ages 2nd-3rd grade)\nLP Level 3 (recommended ages 4th-6th grade) – will be offered depending on interest\n\nParent classes are taught by a local teacher using the Learning Program curriculum. Watch this sample video for a snapshot of what is covered in the parent learning classes – ABCs of Effective Reading Instruction. The in-person student classes are like the learning in this Learning Program video here! \nCost: The cost of the program is $195 (Scholarships Available).  The cost covers:\n\n8 parent learning sessions (Sept-June)\nStudent reading books for Fall and Spring\nMath number line for each new participant\nResources related to literacy\, math and more\nAccess to the LP Online resources\nAccess to a private LP Online Facebook page
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/the-learning-program-6/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230331T141853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T171153Z
UID:10000343-1684954800-1684960200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Health & Relationships: What Caregivers Need to Know (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Health & Relationships: What Caregivers Need to Know \nWe will be joined by EASE for the first hour of this session to learn why it’s so important to talk to our teens and adults with Down syndrome about sex and relationships. Then we will engage in a short conversation – VDSA wants to know what other topics in this series you’d like to see offered in the future. \n\nMay 24\, 2023 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PM on Zoom. \n\nIf you have any questions\, contact \nSherry Klauer \nEducation Director \nVirginia Down Syndrome Association \n804-256-6243 \nemail: sklauer@virginiadsa.org
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/sexual-health-relationships-what-caregivers-need-to-know-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Education,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230226T171418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T183304Z
UID:10000305-1683365400-1683372600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:The Learning Program
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Program – The 2022-2023 Series\n\n\nThe 10th year of the Learning Program at DSAGR kicked off in September 2022 as a hybrid model. \nRegistration is closed for 2022-2023.  Contact Sherry Klauer for program information for Sept 2023 to June 2024. \nsklauer@virginiadsa.org \nThe Learning Program is an educational program that serves as a platform for sharing literacy and math instructional strategies\, resources and activities to improve academic outcomes for students with Down syndrome\, equipping families with the knowledge and tools to work effectively at home and at school. \nThere will be a total of 8 sessions held on Saturdays between September 2022 and May 2022. 5 of these sessions are for parents only in a virtual format (October\, January\, April\, May\, and June). 3 of these sessions are in person and be for both parents and children to receive instruction (November\, February\, and March). In September\, we had a Family Day to meet teachers\, other families and enjoy a park day. \nDuring the in-person sessions\, parents will receive instructions in a separate parent only class.  Children will receive hands-on learning in a student class with centers that focus on literacy\, math and fine motor/handwriting setting led by a qualified teacher and occupational therapist with volunteers to maintain a low teacher to student ratio. All in-person classes will be held at River Road Church Baptist in Richmond\, VA. All the dates are below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat level might be best for your child?\n\nLP Level 1 (recommended ages PreK-1st grade or emerging readers)\nLP Level 2 (recommended ages 2nd-3rd grade)\nLP Level 3 (recommended ages 4th-6th grade) – will be offered depending on interest\n\nParent classes are taught by a local teacher using the Learning Program curriculum. Watch this sample video for a snapshot of what is covered in the parent learning classes – ABCs of Effective Reading Instruction. The in-person student classes are like the learning in this Learning Program video here! \nCost: The cost of the program is $195 (Scholarships Available).  The cost covers:\n\n8 parent learning sessions (Sept-June)\nStudent reading books for Fall and Spring\nMath number line for each new participant\nResources related to literacy\, math and more\nAccess to the LP Online resources\nAccess to a private LP Online Facebook page
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/the-learning-program-5/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230118T164245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T164245Z
UID:10000226-1682447400-1682451000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Diagnosis + with ASCV
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a new peer-led group of caregivers of individuals of all ages with multiple diagnoses\, including developmental and medical diagnoses\, hosted by the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (previously DSAGR) and the Autism Society of Central Virginia \nRegister at – https://virginiadsa.salsalabs.org/diagnosisplusjan24
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/diagnosis-with-ascv-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230118T163433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T185055Z
UID:10000318-1682364600-1682370000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Grow (baby parenting class)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Grow\, offered to parents of babies with Down syndrome (<18 months). Starts Monday February 27\, 2023\, 7:30-9pm\, virtually. FREE! \nParents of 2022 Babies. Learn to Grow for baby to 18 months old. \nThis class is in partnership with Suzanne McKeever\, The Speech Path \n8-week series of classes.  Information & resources to answer your questions about the 1st year of development. \nTopics include: \n\nSpeech and language Oral Motor & Feeding\nSensory Fine Motor Development\nPhysical Therapy Behavior/Social\nVision and Hearing\n\nWhen are Classes? \n\nMondays starting February 27\, 2023 to April 24 (no class on April 3)\n\n\nEach week\, 7:30-9:00pm via Zoom\n\nRegister:  https://virginiadsa.salsalabs.org/learnandgrow2023/index.html \nContact Sherry Klauer for program information sklauer@virginiadsa.org (even after class has started).
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/learn-to-grow-baby-parenting-class/2023-04-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5)
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230118T163433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T185055Z
UID:10000317-1681759800-1681765200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Grow (baby parenting class)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Grow\, offered to parents of babies with Down syndrome (<18 months). Starts Monday February 27\, 2023\, 7:30-9pm\, virtually. FREE! \nParents of 2022 Babies. Learn to Grow for baby to 18 months old. \nThis class is in partnership with Suzanne McKeever\, The Speech Path \n8-week series of classes.  Information & resources to answer your questions about the 1st year of development. \nTopics include: \n\nSpeech and language Oral Motor & Feeding\nSensory Fine Motor Development\nPhysical Therapy Behavior/Social\nVision and Hearing\n\nWhen are Classes? \n\nMondays starting February 27\, 2023 to April 24 (no class on April 3)\n\n\nEach week\, 7:30-9:00pm via Zoom\n\nRegister:  https://virginiadsa.salsalabs.org/learnandgrow2023/index.html \nContact Sherry Klauer for program information sklauer@virginiadsa.org (even after class has started).
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/learn-to-grow-baby-parenting-class/2023-04-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230226T171346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T183342Z
UID:10000304-1681551000-1681558200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:The Learning Program
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Program – The 2022-2023 Series\n\n\nThe 10th year of the Learning Program at DSAGR kicked off in September 2022 as a hybrid model. \nRegistration is closed for 2022-2023.  Contact Sherry Klauer for program information for Sept 2023 to June 2024. \nsklauer@virginiadsa.org \nThe Learning Program is an educational program that serves as a platform for sharing literacy and math instructional strategies\, resources and activities to improve academic outcomes for students with Down syndrome\, equipping families with the knowledge and tools to work effectively at home and at school. \nThere will be a total of 8 sessions held on Saturdays between September 2022 and May 2022. 5 of these sessions are for parents only in a virtual format (October\, January\, April\, May\, and June). 3 of these sessions are in person and be for both parents and children to receive instruction (November\, February\, and March). In September\, we had a Family Day to meet teachers\, other families and enjoy a park day. \nDuring the in-person sessions\, parents will receive instructions in a separate parent only class.  Children will receive hands-on learning in a student class with centers that focus on literacy\, math and fine motor/handwriting setting led by a qualified teacher and occupational therapist with volunteers to maintain a low teacher to student ratio. All in-person classes will be held at River Road Church Baptist in Richmond\, VA. All the dates are below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat level might be best for your child?\n\nLP Level 1 (recommended ages PreK-1st grade or emerging readers)\nLP Level 2 (recommended ages 2nd-3rd grade)\nLP Level 3 (recommended ages 4th-6th grade) – will be offered depending on interest\n\nParent classes are taught by a local teacher using the Learning Program curriculum. Watch this sample video for a snapshot of what is covered in the parent learning classes – ABCs of Effective Reading Instruction. The in-person student classes are like the learning in this Learning Program video here! \nCost: The cost of the program is $195 (Scholarships Available).  The cost covers:\n\n8 parent learning sessions (Sept-June)\nStudent reading books for Fall and Spring\nMath number line for each new participant\nResources related to literacy\, math and more\nAccess to the LP Online resources\nAccess to a private LP Online Facebook page
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/the-learning-program-4/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T144734
CREATED:20230101T183512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T190130Z
UID:10000120-1681549200-1681570800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Life in the Community Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Back again! \nLife in the Community is an informative conference for caregivers of adults with disabilities. Co-hosted with the Autism Society of Central Virginia. \nSaturday\, April 15th\, 2023 | 9:00AM–4:00PM EDT | Dominion Energy’s Innsbrook Conference Center\, 5000 Dominion Blvd\, Glen Allen\, VA\nParents & caregivers of adults and self-advocates are invited to join us for a day to explore interests and get better connected to opportunities within our community. \nThrough interactive “Community Mapping” activities\, all will walk away with tools and strategies for increased community engagement. \nRegistration Includes:\n– Five dynamic sessions\n– Buffet lunch\n– Exhibitors sharing resources & services\n– DD Medicaid Waiver Consultations \nCost: 1 for $25\, 2 for $40\nEmail info@ascv.org to request a scholarship \nSign up here to get more information and to register: https://ascv.org/lifeinthecommunity/
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/life-in-the-community/
LOCATION:Dominion Innsbrook\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Education,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5)
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