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Moving on to Life in the Community: “Virtual” Resource Fair

*For students with intellectual disabilities who may require ongoing supports after graduating from high school* OCTOBER 19, 2021 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. This assists parents, guardians, and caregivers with future planning for students with intellectual disabilities who may require after graduating high school. Participants include representatives from vocational, residential, leisure, recreational, independent living, and […]

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Moving on to Life in the Community Virtual Resource Fair

This resource fair assists parents, guardians, and caregivers with future planning for students with intellectual disabilities who may require ongoing supports after graduating from high school. Participants include representatives from vocational, residential, leisure, recreational, independent living, and advocacy programs.   Sign up is also available in Spanish

ADOS-2 Virtual Training

We’re thrilled to have Noha Minshawi-Patterson, Ph.D., HSPP leading this new, progressive approach to teaching clinical professionals to diagnose autism using the second edition of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2). We recognize that confidence and expertise come from practice and experience, so in addition to a three-day virtual workshop, this program includes a follow-up booster coaching session. Virtual sessions will be held on Zoom.

Teens and Adults (All Ages) with Autism Online Game Night

Join the Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia for an inclusive online game night for teens and adults (all ages) where we enjoy online games including escape rooms in a supportive environment. We are offering this FREE opportunity to engage social skills and practice our problem solving techniques.  

Senator Creigh Deeds wanted to hear from CRAAG families to learn about the needs of adults with autism

Welcome/Introductions Work Group Reports Advocacy discussion, including a review of the October 5th meeting: "Legislative Issues/Systemic Concerns: A Conversation with Senator Deeds, DBHDS and Region Ten" Waiver/Policy Updates Provider/Agency Updates First Responder/Parent Training Update Other Updates Next Meeting - December 8th (tentative) - TBD   Senator Creigh Deeds, a tireless advocate for mental health issues […]

Autism 201 Online Group Meeting

Autism 201 Online Meeting held every other Monday! Register to receive the meeting information: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=0olmRTb3s830 We will continue the conversation from our Autism 101 to discuss additional resources and services as our children progress into adulthood. Spend your lunch hour finding out what comes next on the Autism journey. This will be a virtual meeting […]

VAFCC Annual Conference

8:00-8:45pm: The Path Ahead: Advancing Health Equity & the Future of Healthcare Post COVID with Virginia Secretary of Health & Human Services Dr. Dan Carey and National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics’ CEO Nicole Lamoureux The COVID-19 pandemic has illuminated existing inequities in communities across the country and brought the health equity conversation to […]

$500

Is my adult ready to move out?

This webinar is an introduction to transition for families of neurodiverse adults and teens. In this webinar we will cover independent living skills, simple strategies to prepare your adult for independence, and how individuality influences transition-related growth. CA Adult Programs will conclude with a description of services and a Q+A portion.

Annual Conference

8:00-8:45pm: Legislative Outlook: Impact of the Election with Dr. Quentin Kidd Dean, College of Social Sciences; Academic Director of the Judy Ford Wason Center for Public Policy with Christopher Newport University This November's election will determine several key positions in Virginia including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and seats in Virginia's House of Delegates. Dr. […]

$500