Brad Franklin, Chesterfield County and the “Chesterfield: Behind the Mic” podcast welcomed SOAR365 Communications & Public Relations Manager Nate Wise to talk about all things SOAR365.
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Discussing Disability Podcast – June 2025 [AUDIO]
For our June 2025 episode, we talked with Dr. Sarah Kranz-Ciment, Founder and Executive Director of the Friendship Circle of Virginia. The discussion covered tons of information about Friendship Circle of Virginia, as well as their upcoming event – the 4th Annual Disability Inclusions Day at the Diamond.
DSCR’s Renovated Visitor Control Center Prioritizes Service, Security
The redesigned DSCR Visitor Center stands as a testament to the installation’s commitment to continuous improvement and the community. By prioritizing both customer experience and enhanced security measures, the project has successfully created a welcoming, efficient, and secure space for visitors and personnel alike.
SOAR365 Honored with Capital Award for Feature Story, Named Finalist for Publications at 78th Annual Virginia Public Relations Awards
SOAR365 received a prestigious Capital Award for Feature Stories and was named a finalist in the Publications category for its 2023 Annual Report at the 78th Annual Virginia Public Relations Awards, hosted by the Public Relations Society of America’s Richmond Chapter.
How SOAR365 Helped David Find Confidence, Community — and a Career
“My college degree was nothing compared to this,” says David, proudly. He’s talking about winning SOAR365’s “Supported Employment Participant of the Year” award — a moment that made him feel proud, seen, and a little emotional. The award wasn’t just a surprise. It was proof of how far he’s come, thanks to his hard work, his family’s support, and help from SOAR365’s Employment Services team.
You’re Invited to SOAR365’s 2025 Summer Series @ PARK365!
SOAR365’s Summer Series invites families, individuals, and community members to join us on June 11 and July 16 for exciting activities, music, and food. Whether you’re looking for friendship, fun or fresh air, this is the place for you.
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.