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Charlottesville Special Needs Support Group

This week’s topic – The Birds and the Bees and Kids with Special Needs: A frank discussion about sexuality Last meeting before break for the summer- the next meeting will be in September. Preschool entrance at the back of the parking lot, then first room on the right We’re flexible and welcoming group for parents/caregivers […]

Tune In: A Support Group for parents of ADHD Children

Tune In is a parent-run support group for caregivers or parents of children or youth with ADHD. Meetings provide an opportunity to meet and share experiences with people who understand your daily struggles. We’ve “been there.” Together we will learn, share resources, conversations, and provide support. Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month except […]

The ARC Community Dialogue Series

The Arc of the Piedmont is beginning a new outreach program to provide education, support and advocacy for individuals and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. Our hope is to stimulate discussion, hear questions, and provide answers. The Arc of the Piedmont invites all friends, family and anyone interested in the issues […]

Behavioral Support & Skill Building Academy

October 23, 2018 @ 8:30 am – October 24, 2018 @ 4:30 pm This intensive three day training provides service providers an overview of evidence based behavioral interventions for individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. The training includes lecture based instruction, many video examples and opportunities for hands on practice and feedback. Participants will be […]

$150.00

Sensory Processing Disorder Support Group

The sensory support group is open to any parent who has a sensitive child. There are no diagnoses required, as many parents who need support are just beginning to learn of sensory issues, and others do not care to get an official diagnosis. Of course, there are also many of us whose kids do have […]

Chat n Chew

We will be meeting at Pembroke Pizza just down the road so we have more space to accommodate our larger group. Come meet new friends, share ideas, get support and encouragement and find out about resources and more! This group is facilitated by Theresa Zano-McMillan, Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia President and Medicaid Mentor. This is […]

Autism Awareness and Support Strategies for Crisis Responders (Glade Springs)

This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how the characteristics of ASD may affect behavior and crisis situations. Participants will learn practice research-based strategies and interventions that can be utilized when responding to crisis situation. This training focuses solely on de-escalation strategies. No physical interventions will be […]

Free

Autism Awareness & Support Strategies for Crisis Responders

This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how the characteristics of ASD may affect behavior and crisis situations. Participants will learn practice research-based strategies and interventions that can be utilized when responding to crisis situation. This training focuses solely on de-escalation strategies. No physical interventions will be […]

ASCV #SpectrumOfOpportunity

Autism Society of Central Virginia Giving Tuesday is December 3, 2019 Save the Date for Giving Tuesday! The Tuesday following Thanksgiving is a global day of giving back. All over the world—and all over your social media— people come together to celebrate generosity and make an impact on important causes.   The Autism Society Central […]

Free