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Autism Society Event- Sensory-Friendly First Responder Safety Seminar

Richmond Police Training Academy 1202 W Graham Rd, Richmond, VA, United States

Hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia in collaboration with the Richmond Police Department, this free, interactive seminar aims to strengthen the relationship between individuals with autism, their families, and local first responders.   Join us for interactive sessions to practice officer-led scenarios, including what to do if you're pulled over while driving or […]

FREE

Northstar Event: Promoting independence: Living and Transportation

Northstar Career Center presents: Promoting Independence: Living and Transportation Learn about: -Steps to take now in order to support independent living in the future -Programs available in the community that support independent living -Funding sources that exist which promote independent living -Transportation planning -Steps to promote individual safety Keynote Speakers: Sarah Sheppard Thompson - Commonwealth […]

Free

PEATC Event- Planning for the Future: Financial and Decision-Making Options

Virtual

Planning for the future is important for all parents, but for parents of children with disabilities, it is vital. This workshop will offer information to help learn about options and tools for making these important decisions. Topics covered will be: Age of Majority, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Supported Decision-Making, Special Needs Trusts, ABLE Accounts, and […]

FREE

VDSA Event-Va-LEND Information Session

Virtual

The Va-LEND program provides interdisciplinary training to professionals, family members and self-advocates.https://virginialend.partnership.vcu.edu/Matthew Bogenschutz, Ph.D., is the director of Va-LEND at Virginia Commonwealth University and has offered to provide an information session on the program to interested VDSA families. 

PEATC Event- Disability Benefits: VA’s Medicaid Waivers

Virtual

There are state government benefits available to individuals with disabilities. It’s important to understand that benefits such as personal assistance and community support can play an important role in planning for the future. Navigating state disability services can be difficult, time-consuming, and overwhelming. This workshop explains Virginia’s Medicaid Waivers, eligibility for services, and how to […]

FREE

VDSA Event- Richmond-Painting Class

Art Factory 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian, VA

Richmond – Painting Class in MidlothianFridays12:30 to 1:30 pm$15 per personOpen to All Friends with DisabilitiesDates: January 10, Feb. 14, March 14, April 11 and May 9Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian

VDSA Event- Richmond-Valentine’s Family Dance & Potluck

Christ Church Epispocal 500 Pouncy Tract Rd., Glen Allen, VA, United States

VDSA is pleased to host a Family Valentine’s Dance & Potluck at Christ Church Episcopal on February 15th from 5pm-8pm. All ages are welcome! Please register 1 family per ticket. Sign-up to bring a dish here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4DA8AC22A3F49-54458419-valentines

FREE

Autism Society Event- Elementary Art Workshop with Art on Wheels

River Road United Methodist Church 8800 River Road, Richmond, VA

Join the ASCV and Art on Wheels for exploratory art classes! Guided by Art on Wheels’ highly-trained teaching artists, participants will get hands-on and try a variety of different art mediums. The ASCV and Art on Wheels staff collaborate to ensure each class is focused on getting to know participant’s interests and aligning them with […]

Autism Society Event- Elementary Meetup at the Children’s Museum of Richmond Sensory-Friendly Night

Children's Museum of Richmond - Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr, Midlothian, VA

Enjoy regular fun activities in the community while getting to meet other families! This month, bring the whole family and join the ASCV at the Children's Museum of Richmond (Chesterfield Location) for their sensory-friendly night! A cool-down room and sensory supports will be provided.   The Children's Museum of Richmond is now a designated Autism […]

Children’s Museum of Richmond Event- Chesterfield Sensory-Friendly Night

Children's Museum of Richmond - Chesterfield 6629 Lake Harbour Dr, Midlothian, VA

The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. Families can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. We can’t wait to play […]

FREE

VDSA Event- Williamsburg Respite Night

Williamsburg Presbyterian Church 215 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg, VA, United States

Take a break and let VDSA take care of the rest! 

FREE

Autism Society Event- Sibshop

The Faison Center 5311 Markel Road, Richmond, Virginia

Our ASCV Sibshop group is for youth who have a sibling with a disability. It is a fun and interactive opportunity for brothers and sisters to obtain peer support through games and discussion. AGES Sibshop is most appropriate for ages 7-13. Siblings ages 14+ are invited to join us as volunteers for the program! See […]