Families of children with disabilities need to have an understanding of government benefits available to them as part of planning a future for their loved one. These benefits can help supplement a person’s income, qualify a person for extra help, and help them receive healthcare and community supports. Navigating the world of disability benefits can […]

Learn how to help your child be successful at home and school. This presentation will teach the basics of social and emotional skills like coping with feelings and making decisions. We will share examples of how to respond to interfering behaviors and big emotions and you’ll learn about school behavior support options available including Functional […]

Comprehensive Caregiver Support Group - Join us! Connect with other caregivers and individuals with a dual diagnosis in a loosely facilitated discussion format. Virtual on Zoom.

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 […]

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 […]

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. 

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 […]

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 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

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 […]

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Practice Self-Determination Skills for School, Work, and Life! 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 abranam@virginiadsa.org for more information. Individuals with […]