• 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 [...]

  • Beach Night at the Admirals Game!

    Norfolk Scope Arena 201 E Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA

    Beach Night at the Admirals Game! Come out to cheer on the Admirals in your beach gear for their Beach Night! The first 20 individuals with Down syndrome are free! $5 from each ticket will go to the VDSA. Wear your Hawaiian shirts and shades and join the VDSA for a fun night out! Sign Up Here: Beach Night at the Admirals Game!      

  • VDSA – Charlottesville Family Meet-up

    Get Air Trampoline Park 1005 Gardens Blvd, Charlottesville, VA

    Charlottesville Family Meet-Up Join us for Sensory & Special Needs Time at Get Air Trampoline Park Let’s meet during Get Air’s dedicated Sensory and Special Needs Time. This special session offers a more comfortable environment and a reduced rate: $12 or$17+tax (depending on height) for a child/adult and their companion to jump and play for 2 full hours. We hope to see you there for some fun and active play in a sensory-friendly setting! For more info please visit Get Air webpage: https://getairsports.com/charlottesville/events/sp... 👉 LINK: Family Meet-Up

  • River City Inclusive Gym – Henrico/Richmond

    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

    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 [...]

  • Virtual – Communication Skills Groups for Teens and Adults

    Zoom

    VDSA is pleased to offer virtual Communication Skill groups thanks to a partnership with Longwood University. Teens ages 13-18 and adults 19 and over are invited to join Longwood University speech therapy students in conversation! This is a low-pressure, conversational style program where you'll connect with each other and have a great time! This event is free of charge. The Adults group will meet from 3:30pm until 4:15pm and our teens group will meet from 4:15pm until 5:00pm. Sessions will take place via Zoom on February 11th, February 25th, March 4th, March 18th, April 8th, and April 22nd. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/96962-virtual-building-communication-skills