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  • Richmond – Relationships & Dating Educational Series

    Richmond – Relationships & Dating Educational Series
    VDSA 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA

    The Virginia Down Syndrome Association plans to offer an 8 week educational series presented by Ame Branam, Education Director, and Rachel Goldman, OTS at Virginia Commonwealth University. Both presenters have completed sexuality educator training through Elevatus Training. We have class offerings for self-advocates in high school and beyond. Sessions will be offered at the Virginia Down Syndrome Association office at 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA 23229. Registration price is $10.00 for the full 8-week session! Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/95014-richmond-relationships-dating-educational-series Class Dates/Times: Session 1: Thursday, February 5th High School 6-7pm; Young Adult 7-8pm Session 2: Thursday, February 12th High School 6-7pm; [...]

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  • Virtual – Improvaneer

    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 – 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 – Henrico/Richmond – Ages 2-8
    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

    Richmond – Learn to Ride with Beyond Boundaries
    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 [...]