• Richmond – Adaptive Storytime

    Richmond – Adaptive Storytime
    VDSA 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA

    Support your child’s early literacy by attending the VDSA’s new Adaptive Storytime program hosted by VCU doctoral student, Kaitlyn Spitler, OTS, and the VDSA Education Director, Ame Branam at the VDSA office. Each session will feature a book from Natalie Hale’s Whole Child Reading Program, expanded with multi-sensory and motor-based approaches. It will further incorporate opportunities for free play and social engagement. This program is targeted towards children with Down syndrome age 0-5, though siblings and family members are welcome to join. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/96302-adaptive-storytime

  • 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 [...]

  • River City Inclusive Gym – Henrico/Richmond

    River City Inclusive Gym 11248 Patterson Ave, Henrico, VA, United States

    River City Inclusive Gym - Spring 2026 River City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico, VA 23238 Monthly on Saturdays April 4 and May 2  3:00-3:45 pm $20 per session Space is limited and Siblings welcome https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/98876-river-city-inclusive-gym-spring-2026

  • Richmond – Nate’s Promise Art in and With Nature

    VCU 822 W Broad St, Richmond, VA

    Nate's Promise Art in and With Nature Nate's Promise is hosting a 4-week art course for people with congenital conditions that affect their cognitive and motor capabilities taught by VCU Art students and Nate's Promise members. Date: Sundays, April 5 - April 26 Time: 4 pm-5:30 pm Location: 822 W Broad St (on VCU campus). Art in and With Nature is an inclusive art program for people with diverse learning and sensory needs. Participants will explore nature through guided, hands-on art activities using natural materials, while developing creativity, confidence, and self-expression in a supportive, small-group environment. The objectives of the course: - Provide an inclusive and [...]

  • Richmond – Learn to Ride with Beyond Boundaries

    Wee Wheel 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VA

    Richmond - Learn to Ride with Beyond Boundaries Beyond Boundaries Learn to Bike program is geared towards teaching riders of all levels how to ride a two-wheeled bike or to improve their biking skills. Learn to Ride is an eighth week program designed for young riders who are ready to pedal independently but haven’t quite mastered the skill yet. This class is ideal for children ready to take those first exciting steps toward riding on their own! With the guidance of our coaches. Program Dates: 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 Sign Up Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/99128-vdsa-richmond-learn-to-ride-with-beyond-boundaries

  • 321Go! Building Healthy Habits!

    VDSA Activity Room 1504 Santa Rosa Rd #124, Richmond, VA 23229, United States

    321Go! Let's Get Healthy! Event Description: 321Go! Building Healthy Habits is an eight-week program designed by the National Down Syndrome Society to promote healthy lifestyle choices in physical activity, balanced nutrition, and emotional wellness among adults with Down syndrome and their families. Every VIP/Parent, Sibling, Guardian Team will receive an NDSS 321 Go Kit with your registration. Program Dates: 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28 We are excited to welcome our program instructor, Rachel Berry! Rachel Berry Rachel Berry is a playful, welcoming, and down-to-earth movement teacher with over 10 years of experience in the fitness and wellness world. Beginning her [...]