Events for September 24 - December 3

Virtual – Housing Options presentation by Heart Havens

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The Virginia Down Syndrome Association invites parents and caregivers to attend a virtual session led by housing provider Heart Havens. This session will go into the types of housing, such as group homes or sponsored residential settings, and what caregivers should look for and be aware of when helping their loved ones on their residential journey. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74999-virtual-housing-options-presented-by-heart-havens

Event Series Virtual – Improvaneer

Virtual – Improvaneer – Fall Session 1

Join us for this fulfilled virtual hour! Thursdays: 7:00-8:00 pm Fall Session 1:  Sept. 5 to Oct. 3 Fall Session 2:  Oct. 10 to Nov. 7 Ages teen to adult Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74445-virtual-improvaneer-method-class The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! 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 [...]

Richmond- Children’s Museum

Join VDSA at the Sensory Friendly Nights at The Children's Museum of Richmond Fridays, 5-7 pm Sept 20 - Downtown Oct. 18 - Chesterfield Nov. 15 - Downtown No charge Siblings welcome Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75209-richmond-sensory-night-at-the-children-s-museum

Richmond – River City Inclusive Gym

River City Inclusive Gym Monthly on Saturdays Dates: Sept. 21, Oct. 5 & Nov. 9 Times and ages: 3:00-3:45 pm - Ages 2 to 8 Times and ages:4:00-4:45 pm - Ages 9 and up (age groups will be separated)) Cost: $10 per session Siblings welcome. Register in age group of sibling with Ds. Location: 11248 Patterson Ave, Henrico, VA 23238 2 miles from Hwy 288 Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74443-richmond-river-city-inclusive-gym River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage every athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in an obstacle course format. This provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged. [...]

Richmond – Family Dance Party

Annual Family Dance Party! Pizza and Potluck! Bring a Side dish or dessert! Upon registration, you will receive a sign up genius link. New Location this year! Christ Church Episcopal All ages, siblings, all families invited!! September 21, 2024 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM= Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd.Glen Allen, VA 23059 Register https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75067-richmond-family-dance-fall-2024

Richmond – Friendship Club – Gals

VDSA is excited to announce the Friendship Club for Guys & Gals. Ages teen to young adult. Gals time: 1:00- 2:30 pm Guys time: 3:00- 4:30 pm Each month will have a new topic included with fun activities. Friendship skills Social skills Build social connections Learn about emotions Deal with confrontation How to cope when things don't go your way and more Club meeting dates are all Sundays: March 17, April 14, May 5, June 2, July 14, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 6 and Nov. 3 (Club party) It is important to be able to attend the majority of the [...]

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