Events for October 22, 2023 - September 22, 2023

Disability Inclusion Day at The Diamond

The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is looking forward to joining this event again this year. Friendship Circle of Virginia is excited to host the 3rd Annual Inclusion Day at the Diamond Highlighting Disability Inclusion and Mental Health presented by fas mart, on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 1:35pm Register below: https://friendshipcircleva.org/didd2024/

Caregiver Restorative Yoga

Humble Haven Yoga 6980 Forest Ave, Richmond, VA

Rest, renew and recharge! Don’t miss this special class just for VDSA Caregivers at Humble Haven Yoga. This is a restorative yoga class meant for deep relaxation. NO experience necessary! Just wear something comfortable and come take a deep breath with your community.

Grandparent Support Group – In person & Virtual

Grandparent Support Group - In person & Virtual May 20, 2024 @ 6:30PM — 7:30PM Virginia Down Syndrome Association 1504 Santa Rosa Rd Richmond, VA 23229 Come connect with other grandparents of individuals with Down syndrome during this NEW support group through VDSA. You'll enjoy: - peer-led conversation - in-person or virtual option - a safe place to share the joys and challenges of being a grandparent Register:  https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/69730-grandparent-support-group

Adult Sibling Support Group – Virtual

Adult Sibling Support Group- Virtual April 16, 2024  to May 21 from 7:30PM to 8:30PM Caregiver Support: Adult Siblings Learn and share during this 6 week support group specially designed for, and led by, adult siblings of individuals with Down syndrome. The group will offer a mix of educational opportunities around legal, financial and housing considerations along with coping skills for emotions siblings and caregivers often experience like grief and shame. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/68458-adult-sibling-support-group

Family BINGO Night

Family BINGO night May 24, 2024 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PM Virginia Down Syndrome Association 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Richmond, VA 23229 Come for a fun night with prizes! Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/68718-family-bingo-night

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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