21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) – Virtual

21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) Please join the Virginia Down Syndrome Associations monthly 21 Shades of Virginial Black Family Support Group. The group, 21 shades of Virginia, is a support group created after an expressed need in support of families expecting or raising a Black/interracial child with Down Syndrome. The purpose of this group is to create a safe space for the Black Community to network, collaborate, create and share information while building meaningful connections. Upon registration you will be sent a link to Zoom. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Raena Gradford, rgradford@virginiadsa.org. [...]

21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) – Virtual

21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) Please join the Virginia Down Syndrome Associations monthly 21 Shades of Virginial Black Family Support Group. The group, 21 shades of Virginia, is a support group created after an expressed need in support of families expecting or raising a Black/interracial child with Down Syndrome. The purpose of this group is to create a safe space for the Black Community to network, collaborate, create and share information while building meaningful connections. Upon registration you will be sent a link to Zoom. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Raena Gradford, rgradford@virginiadsa.org. [...]

Event Series Improvaneer – Virtual

Improvaneer – Virtual

Improvaneer - Virtual Two sessions: Sept. 7 - Oct. 5 & Oct. 12 - Nov. 16. $25 each 5 week session.  Thursday Nights from 7:00-8:00 pm. Teens to adults are welcome to sign up! FunQuest (Ages 13 to 20) & Fun4Life (ages 21+) Join us for this fulfilled virtual hour! The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to offer another session of Improvaneer Method! Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56171-improvaneer-method-october-and-november-2023

Event Series Improvaneer – Virtual

Improvaneer – Virtual

Improvaneer - Virtual Two sessions: Sept. 7 - Oct. 5 & Oct. 12 - Nov. 16. $25 each 5 week session.  Thursday Nights from 7:00-8:00 pm. Teens to adults are welcome to sign up! FunQuest (Ages 13 to 20) & Fun4Life (ages 21+) Join us for this fulfilled virtual hour! The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to offer another session of Improvaneer Method! Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56171-improvaneer-method-october-and-november-2023

Mentor Training

Interested in being a mentor to fellow parents raising a child with Down syndrome? Register for one of our next training sessions to become an official VDSA Mentor! What is a Mentor? Someone with lived experience raising or supporting a child with Down Syndrome who wants to support other parents. Who are mentors? Parents, Grandparents and Caregivers What are the requirements of a mentor? Attend Mentor Training (Virtual), Dedicate a few hours a month, Have an open and honest heart. Training dates: Sept. 19, Oct. 24 and Nov. 14 all from 7- 9 pm virtually Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60999-mentor-program  

All About IEPs – Virtual

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

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