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  

Diagnosis+ Help Group – Virtual

Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual This peer-led discussion provides support for caregivers of individuals with multiple diagnoses. The program is co-hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia and the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/63666-diagnosis-help-group

Event Series The Learning Program

The Learning Program

The Learning Program Starts October 7 - 9:00 - 11:00 am -8 monthly sessions held on Saturdays between October 2023 and June 2024. -All sessions will have an in-person and virtual option (June is all virtual).  -Shady Grove YMCA - 11255 Nuckols Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059  -Cost: The cost of the program is $260 (in person), $160 (virtual) (Scholarships Available). The Learning Program is an educational program developed by the Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County (DSFOC). It serves as a platform for sharing literacy and math instructional strategies, resources and activities to improve academic outcomes for students with Down syndrome, [...]

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 (5 weeks) Virtual

Improvaneer (5 weeks) Virtual for Teens & Adults

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 1: January 11 to Feb. 8 (5 weeks) 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/   Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/64904-improvaneer-method

Diagnosis + Help Group January (Virtual)

Connect with other caregivers and individuals with a dual diagnosis in a loosley faciltated discussion format. Virtual on Zoom. Jan. 23 at 6:30 pm Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65358-diagnosis-help-group-january-virtual

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