Social Programs for all service areas
We proudly serve over 650 families across Greater Richmond, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, Fredericksburg, and the Central Shenandoah Valley and we look forward to welcoming you into our community.
Our social programs encourage community and connection between families. Our hope is that every member with Down syndrome will build a community of peers for friendship, camaraderie, and shared lived experiences. We also strive to build a community for caregivers and siblings of individuals with Down syndrome. We offer many family events and opportunities for caregivers to gather to create space and opportunity for caregivers and siblings to share experiences and resources, learn from each other, and ask questions of each other.
Charlottesville
Quarterly Family programs, Step Up for Down Syndrome, Mom’s Night Out
Williamsburg
Quarterly Family programs and Mom’s Night Out
Fredericksburg
Quarterly Family Programs
Shenandoah Valley (Augusta County, Harrisonburg, Staunton & Waynesboro area)
Annual Family Picnic, Step Up for Down Syndrome
Richmond Area
Our largest service area currently provides monthly programs for various ages groups from baby to adults with Down Syndrome all around the Greater Richmond area.
Programs have included: Outdoor Adventure Club, Jr. Ranger Club at Pocahontas State Park, Sensory Nights at the Children’s Museum (Downtown & Midlothian), River City Inclusive Gym, Dance parties and a whole lot more!
Family programs
quarterly family programs include baseball outings, dance parties and holiday celebrations!
Hands-Up
For children 0-5 years old
Monthly programs provide support and information for families in an intimate and small group setting during the early years. Siblings are always welcome!
Adventurers
For children ages 6-12
Our Adventurers get together for hikes, gymnastics, and fun outings.
FunQuest
For teenagers and young adults ages 13-21
These social programs support developing social skills and friendships. Through a variety of activities and events teens and young adults get an opportunity to try new things in a safe, friendly environment.
Fun4Life
For adults ages 21 and older
The fun doesn’t stop after high school! Our adults with Ds get together for dinners out on the town and a variety of enriching activities such as musicals, sporting events, art classes, and exercise classes.
