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Celebrating Eleanor: An Intern Who Left a Lasting Impact at SOAR365
Once she stepped into the office, Eleanor immediately felt at home. “I was hooked by the uplifting and kind culture that I was greeted with and have been drawn in ever since!” Eleanor says, “The Community Engagement team is filled with hardworking and inspiring individuals who made me eager to come into the office and learn.”
South University + Adult Day Support = a Win-Win Partnership!
“I really enjoyed watching our students interact with program participants,” said Amanda Titone, the Registered Nurse who attended each session and supervised the students. “I never had to worry about whether the students would join in, because most of the time participants would come right up and get the students involved in something right away!”
SOAR365 Once Again Named Top Workplace by Richmond Times-Dispatch
SOAR365 has been named a Top Workplace in the Greater Richmond area for the fourth consecutive year, maintaining the organization’s reputation as an employer of choice in our community.
Taking the First Steps in a Career with the Federal Government
Chris Anderson graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2019 with a degree in political science and was eager to pursue a career path in the federal government. However, he quickly found that job hunting was harder for him than for his peers—without the opportunity to build his skill set, he was constantly passed over for positions.
A Healthy Partnership: Walgreens & SOAR365
Ask Myles if he likes working at Walgreens, and his response is enthusiastic: “Well, yeah! I do!” It’s his very first job. “I am proud!” he says, beaming.
Stories From PARK365: A Gateway to Connection and Community in Richmond
Richmond Family Magazine and SOAR365 have launched a new collaborative series, “Stories from PARK365,” celebrating the joy, connection, and inclusivity found at one of Richmond’s most beloved community spaces.
Celebrating 2025 National Volunteer Appreciation Week
At SOAR365, volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission. Whether they’re planting flowers, guiding event guests, reading to children, or simply sharing a smile, their impact is immeasurable. That’s why we’re so excited to celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Week, happening April 20–26, 2025!
Pediatric Therapy Helps Samaj Reach a Brighter Future
Sometimes the scariest things in life are the unknown. For Lea Whitehurst-Gibson and her husband, Monty, this became their reality when they adopted Samaj four years ago.
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Discussing Disability Podcast – April 2025 [AUDIO]
For our April 2025 episode, we talked with Logan Kleene – a participant in SOAR365’s Adult Day Support program at Staples Mill – and his mother, Lynda Kleene! The Kleene family began its relationship with SOAR365 about a year ago and were happy to share their insight into what it’s like to find support for a loved one with a disability.