Events for December 17 - November 26

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. [...]

I’m Determined Self-Advocacy Training

I'm Determined Self-Advocacy Training February 10, 2024 @ 9:30AM — 1:00PM   VDSA Office 1504 Santa Rosa Rd Richmond, Virginia 23229 Practice Self-Determination Skills for School, Work, and Life! Self-Determination for Self-advocates and caregivers Join us for the Virginia Department of Education's I'm Determined self-advocacy program at VDSA. Self-advocates will attend the workshop from 9:30-1 pm and caregivers are welcome for their own special session from 9:45-10:45 am. A pizza lunch will be provided for all! Contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for more information. Individuals with Down syndrome ages 13+ are welcome. This program is in-person at the VDSA Richmond office but families from all [...]

VCU Basketball Meet & Greet

Basketball Meet and Greet with VCU Men's Basketball Players Bounce the ball, shoot hoops and have fun! Saturday, Feb. 10 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Magnolia Academy 7300 Magnolia Market Ave, Moseley, VA 23120 Register here:  https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66070-vcu-basketball-players-meet-greet

Building Communication Skills – Adults

Classes are each Monday (Feb 12-Mar25th) from 4-4:30 pm on Zoom. There is no class on Monday 3/4 due to Longwood spring break. Feb. 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18, 25. Longwood University speech therapy students will guide you each week with new conversations on fun and rewarding topics. In this low-pressure, conversational style program you'll learn just by connecting with friends and having a great time! This program is best for self-advocates aged 19+. If you are interested in the program for teens, contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org for the link. Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66694-building-communication-skills-for-adults

Event Series Building Communication Skills – Teens

Building Communication Skills – Teens

Build communication skills for work, school, and life! Classes are each Monday (Feb 12-Mar25th) from 4:30 -5:00 pm on Zoom. There is no class on Monday 3/4 due to Longwood spring break. Feb. 12, 19, 26 and March 11, 18, 25. Longwood University speech therapy students will guide you each week with new conversations on fun and rewarding topics. In this low-pressure, conversational style program you'll learn just by connecting with friends and having a great time! This section is for teens 13-18. Older self-advocates can register for our adult session which will be from 4-4:30. Contact sklauer@virginiadsa.org if you'd like [...]

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