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SOAR365’s 2024 Annual Report highlights a year of growth, impact, and forward momentum. The report showcases powerful stories of individuals with disabilities achieving greater independence, along with strategic investments in programs, staff, and infrastructure.
SOAR365 is partnering with the Virginia Department of Health Office of Family Health Services, Injury and Violence Prevention Program (VDH IVPP) and Blue Octopus Consulting on the Inclusive Play and Prevention Initiative Collaborative, a statewide project focused on preventing sexual abuse of youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in social, sports, and recreation settings.
The following article was first published by the Robins Foundation. To view the original version, click here. Partner Spotlights are a platform for Robins Foundation grantees to highlight their important work and for Robins Foundation to recognize the incredible efforts and successes of our partners. This month, our Administrative and Operations...
The Virginia Living Magazine Best of Virginia Survey is back for 2025 and SOAR365 needs your support! Cast your votes in Virginia Living‘s most popular issue from Jan. 2 at 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025.
Summer 2025 will be here before you know it and we’re already looking forward to reuniting with our friends at Camp Baker! The application to join us for one or more of the ten summer camp sessions is now live. Submit your application and reserve a spot today!
Movies that feature characters with disabilities play a vital role in challenging stereotypes, promoting awareness, and providing representation for a community that has often been marginalized in the media.Â
This article highlights five impactful movies that center around characters with disabilities. These movies not only offer compelling narratives and performances but also underscore the importance of authentic representation.
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For our November 2024 episode, we talked with Chris Parthemos, PhD – the Associate Director of Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity at VCU. The conversation focused on opportunities for students with disabilities in higher education – what resources are there, is there financial aid, what supports do universities and college provide and much more!
Ever wondered about the difference between accessibility and accommodation? These aren’t just buzzwords. Knowing what they mean helps us support the people we work with every day.Â
SOAR365’s case managers work tirelessly to ensure our participants are set up for success – both in their programs and in their personal lives. First, they meet with each participant’s family and care team. They create a plan just for them, detailing their likes, dislikes, strengths and goals. Â
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Visitors Center, Janitorial & Custodial and Landscaping & Grounds Maintenace employees make a huge impact on how Bellwood operates every single day. So, let’s take a look at what a day in the life at Bellwood is like!
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