The ancient Greeks left us an important reminder carved in stone at Delphi, «Γνωθι Σ’αυτόν» (“Know Thyself”). Self-knowledge is essential, and is the right of all, including your child with autism. In this webinar, Catherine Faherty covers that rationale and the practical, lifelong steps to support your child or teenager engage in the process of […]
Presenters: Teresa Cogar & Lauren Vetere - Join us to explore a new tool developed by VCU-ACE staff to assist educators in Virginia to continue to lead the way in evidence-based practice in distance learning for students with ASD. This tool is divided into sections to address evidence-based practices in autism in the virtual setting. […]
Capacity assessments of older adults is steeped in the fundamental tensions between two core ethical principles: autonomy (self-determination) and protection (beneficence). APS caseworkers must often consider the impact of cognitive functioning on a person’s risk for elder abuse, exploitation, and neglect. In this webinar, Dr. Sheri Gibson will address the very complex topic of decisional […]
Join us at the February meeting of the Williamsburg Magic Club (Assembly 226, Society of American Magicians). All skill levels and ages are invited. Magicians, hobbyists, magic historians all are welcome. Children welcome but must be accompanied. Prior to the meeting, there is an opportunity to get dinner and begin the magic conversations.
Online learning program
Featuring our game show host and FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Member, Caleb! Lead by FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Visit our website at www.friendshipcircleva.org
These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts at The Arc of Northern Virginia, will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that […]
Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Britt Collins, MS, OTR/L graduated from Colorado State University over 14 years ago and since then has worked tirelessly on OT and Sensory Integration awareness, research and application. Britt has worked in a variety of settings including pediatric hospital inpatient, ICU, rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, homes, schools and skilled nursing facilities. She is […]
Young people ages 16-24 with disabilities (such as autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities) become the techies of tomorrow, gaining important technological skills as they are introduced to current issues and challenges shaping social-justice movements. Participants reflect on their own identities and challenge their assumptions by learning how to code, create games, and make personal websites. […]
Featuring our game show host and FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Member, Caleb! Lead by FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Visit our website at www.friendshipcircleva.org