Join us for a sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities. Join us for a sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities. Enjoy a less crowded environment as you get hands-on with activities designed to pique curiosity and inspire discovery. Explore the BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness and Discover Steampunk touring exhibitions, make a take-home sensory bottle and […]

Virginia Down Syndrome Association's family outing at the Discovery Museum in Charlottesville. Sunday, July 28 from 2-4 pm. Siblings and summer guests are welcome!!

An Evening with Jeff Katz - “The Quest for Cookies”What possible lessons can you learn from a 21 year old who has never said a word and has a developmental age of 18 months? According to her dad, quite a few!Jeff Katz, an award winning multimedia personality, who is a highly sought after professional coach and […]

Jazzin' it up with Jacob's Chance - a Dance Clinic! Come on out to learn some jazz dance fundamentals and have fun with your Jacob's Chance Friends! Maia Jones will be teaching as part of her Gold Award project - the highest honor a girl scout can earn. Ages 5-40 register today at www.jacobschance.org/family-events

The RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion will make a splash again this year! Returning to Brown's Island on August 3, 2024, the Autism Society of Central Virginia (ASCV) will host the iconic race and Richmond's largest sensory-friendly festival.  Proceeds from the RVA Duck Race support the ASCV's critical programming and services for our […]

Date: Saturday, August 3rd Time: 3-5PM Location: Weinstein JCC (5403 Monument Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226) Age: 13-40 Cost: $10 Saddle up for Jacob's Chance Wild West dance! Swing by for toe-tappin' tunes, themed activities, and a rootin'-tootin' good time! Wild West attire is encouraged but not required! No dinner, just light refreshments. We can't wait […]

We're excited to invite you to our Adaptive Sports Camp for Children and Adults with Disabilities and their siblings This camp aims to create a fun-filled day of adaptive sports, games, and food, fostering inclusivity and understanding among participants.

Free For Individuals with Down Syndrome Summer Saturday Nights June 8, July 13, &/or Aug. 3 5:00 to 7:00 pm Baby to 8 years old Siblings welcome $5 per person includes pizza and drinks (Ind. w/Ds free) Art Factory Play Space, Midlothian (Hwy 288 & Hull St.)  

Raising Awareness Hanover Community Support Services (HCSS) is excited to present, A Disability Employment Seminar, sponsored by Oakdale. The goal of this event is to educate businesses and dispel myths surrounding employing individuals with disabilities, connect people with local resources who can help and ultimately lead to employment for differently-abled individuals. The seminar will include […]

Summer Painting Classes at The Art Factory Once a month on Fridays 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm $15 per class 7/12, 8/9, 9/13 FunQuest (Ages 13-21) & Fun4Life (21+)adults! Siblings welcome. Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian VA 23112

Join us for the Spray Park and Playground get together! July 27 and August 10 Twin Hickory Recreation Center Address: 5011 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059 10:30 am – Noon Siblings, grandparents and relatives also welcome to join us The area has fence 3/4 of the way around with one entrance and exit Register […]

IEP Essentials is a live, online 45 minute workshop presented free of charge. This workshop gives parents/guardians of children with special needs the essential knowledge they must have to be effective advocates for their children’s unique educational needs. After attending this workshop, you will understand the key features of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and Section […]