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Events for February 19, 2026 - October 22

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VDSA Virginia General Assembly Advocacy DAY

VDSA Virginia General Assembly Advocacy DAY Elevate the voices of individuals with Down syndrome to the Virginia legislature! There are BIG stakes this year as we will speak to our representatives about the DD waiver system and why the GA should approve Governor Youngkin's proposal to fund ALL priority one waiver slots. The event times are estimates and you can come and go when you need to. We will send more details as we get closer to the event on the timing and where to meet that morning. February 1, 2024 @ 8:30AM — 11:30AM    General Assembly Building : 201 [...]

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, [...]

Rock Climbing – Richmond (Ages 6 to adult)

Join us for Indoor Rock Climbing led by Beyond Boundaries! No experience necessary Feb. 3 -Peak Experiences. Richmond located in SCOR Sports Center of Richmond,1375 Overbrook Rd, Richmond, VA 23220 March 3 -11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA 23113 12:30 pm -2:00 pm. All ages. Register:  https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65239-rock-climbing

Managing Your Money: Session 1, What Is Money?

For self-advocates and caregivers. Learn practical tools and strategies to talk to your self-advocate about money. This is a three-part series and you can attend 1, 2, or all of the sessions (please register separately for each event you plan to attend)! Feb. 7: What is Money? February 21: Budgeting & Bank Accounts March 6: Spending & Borrowing Dinner will be provided by C&F Bank. January 24, 2024 @ 5:30PM — 6:30PM VDSA Office 1504 Santa Rosa Rd Richmond, Virginia 23229 Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65087-managing-your-money-session-1-what-is-money

Event Series 21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) – Virtual

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 Jasmine Samuel at [...]

Painting Class at The Art Factory (Homeschoolers and adults)

Painting Class at The Art Factory Creative Canvas at the Art Factory exclusive adaptive painting class for individuals with disabilities and Virginia Down Syndrome Association. This class is opening to individuals with Down syndrome or other disabilities. Once a month on Fridays: Feb. 9, March 8, April 12 and May 10. For homeschoolers and Fun4Life ages 21+ $15 per class at The Art Factory. 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian VA 23112. A VDSA staff member will be there. Parents and caregivers are welcome to either stay in the class, enjoy the Art Factory's coffee area or drop off and pick up. [...]

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