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. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60264-all-about-iep-s

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: Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/61887-learning-program-information-session sklauer@virginiadsa.org

Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual This 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. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60302-diagnosis-help-group

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: - Put together a family-centered disability life plan - Protect vulnerable family members - Calculate the cost of care and provide for that in the future - Identify future needed supports Registration link: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62203-supporting-your-family-with-a-disability-life-master-plan

Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual This 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. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/63666-diagnosis-help-group

Dismantling Ableism: Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive 4-night Virtual Speaker Series designed to empower, educate, connect, and inspire. *Spanish and ASL interpretation provided Connect 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. *Scholarships available, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information Cost: $30 before Dec. 31 and $40 after Jan. 1.  Registration includes all [...]