• Virtual – Improvaneer

    Zoom

    The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! 7:00 to 8:00 pm Returning and new participants welcome! Teens and adults are welcome to sign up! The Improvaneer Method: Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Each class lasts one hour and has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family. In each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various [...]

  • Life in the Community

    Life in the Community SPONSORED BY The Central Virginia Transition into Adulthood Coalition Life in the Community Committee The Autism Society of Central Virginia, The Down Syndrome Association of Virginia, The Arc of Virginia, Jacob’s Chance, Beyond Boundaries, Commonwealth Autism, Northstar Academy, Shineforth, VCU, Bright Point Community College, Special Olympics, The Arc of Hanover Saturday, November 1st 9am-4pm Chesterfield Career and Technical Center 13900 Hull Street Road, Midlothian, VA 23112 A must-attend conference for teens and adults with disabilities and their caregivers! This conference will focus on the critical aspects of transitioning to adulthood, providing valuable resources, expert insights, and networking [...]

    $25.00
  • Fredericksburg Dad’s Night Out

    Dad's come out and enjoy some great food and conversation! Please RSVP so we can reserve a table. *You are responsible for you food and drink purchases RSVP Here!

  • Virtual – Improvaneer

    Zoom

    The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! 7:00 to 8:00 pm Returning and new participants welcome! Teens and adults are welcome to sign up! The Improvaneer Method: Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Each class lasts one hour and has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family. In each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various [...]

  • Richmond – Painting Class

    Painting Class at the Art Factory is the Second Friday of Each Month 12:30 to 1:30 pm $15 per person Open to All Friends with Disabilities Dates: September 12th - October 17th - November 14th - December 12th Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83876-richmond-painting-classes-at-the-art-factory-fall-2025    

  • Williamsburg/Peninsula Parents’ Respite Night

    Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 215 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, Virginia

    We have revamped our Parent Respite Night to make it more fun and interactive for your child. ALL AGES WELCOME, we have some really fun activities planned including: A Music/Dance Class in the Dance Room (with props!) Gaga Ball Game Arts & Crafts in the Art Room Games and toys in the Play Room for those that prefer quieter activities Some fun and healthy snacks We will have VDSA adult volunteers as well as teen volunteers from WPC's Teen Group to make it extra fun. We hope the variety in activities will engage more of our kiddos for a fun night [...]