Events for March 1, 2025 - October 1 › Fun4Life - Ages 21+

I’m Determined Self-Advocacy Training

I'm Determined Self-Advocacy Training February 10, 2024 @ 9:30AM — 1:00PM   VDSA Office 1504 Santa Rosa Rd Richmond, Virginia 23229 Practice Self-Determination Skills for School, Work, and Life! Self-Determination for Self-advocates and caregivers Join us for the Virginia Department of Education's I'm Determined self-advocacy program at VDSA. Self-advocates will attend the workshop from 9:30-1 pm and caregivers are welcome for their own special session from 9:45-10:45 am. A pizza lunch will be provided for all! Contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information. Individuals with Down syndrome ages 13+ are welcome. This program is in-person at the VDSA Richmond office but families from all [...]

Building Communication Skills – Adults

Classes are each Monday (Feb 12-Mar25th) from 4-4:30 pm on Zoom. There is no class on Monday 3/4 due to Longwood spring break. Feb. 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18, 25. Longwood University speech therapy students will guide you each week with new conversations on fun and rewarding topics. In this low-pressure, conversational style program you'll learn just by connecting with friends and having a great time! This program is best for self-advocates aged 19+. If you are interested in the program for teens, contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for the link. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66694-building-communication-skills-for-adults

Building Communication Skills – Adults

Classes are each Monday (Feb 12-Mar25th) from 4:00 -4:30 pm on Zoom. There is no class on Monday 3/4 due to Longwood spring break. Feb. 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18, 25. Longwood University speech therapy students will guide you each week with new conversations on fun and rewarding topics. In this low-pressure, conversational style program you'll learn just by connecting with friends and having a great time! This program is best for self-advocates aged 19+. If you are interested in the program for teens, contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for the link. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66694-building-communication-skills-for-adults

River City Inclusive Gym – 4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 to Adult

4:00 – 4:45 pm – Ages 9 to Adult (Adventurers age 6 to 12) FunQuest (ages 13 to 20) and Fun4Life 21+ $10 per class Age groups will be separated as appropriate Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule. Location is 3 miles from Hwy 288 & Patterson Ave. Dates:  Feb. 24, March 16, April 20,May 18, June 15 River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format. This provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged. [...]

Building Communication Skills – Adults

Classes are each Monday (Feb 12-Mar25th) from 4:00- 4:30 pm on Zoom. There is no class on Monday 3/4 due to Longwood spring break. Feb. 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18, 25. Longwood University speech therapy students will guide you each week with new conversations on fun and rewarding topics. In this low-pressure, conversational style program you'll learn just by connecting with friends and having a great time! This program is best for self-advocates aged 19+. If you are interested in the program for teens, contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for the link. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66694-building-communication-skills-for-adults

Improvaneer – Virtual (5 weeks)

Virtual Class for ages 16 to adult. Teens to adults are welcome to sign up! Thursday Nights from 7:00-8:00 pm virtually on Zoom Session 2: Feb. 29 to March 28 (5 weeks) The Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect, admiration, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun, humor, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. -Rob Snow - CEO and Creator https://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ If the registration fee would prevent you from attending please use code "VIPguest" to register at [...]

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