As the pace at Bellwood continues to pick up, the SOAR365 crews are meeting the challenge head-on. Their hard work, teamwork, and dedication ensure the base stays ready for the important work being done there every day.
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Building Greener Spaces and Brighter Futures
As you travel across Richmond, SOAR365’s hard work is everywhere: clean roadways, vibrant green spaces, and beautiful library gardens. Behind it all is SOAR365’s Commercial Grounds team. Here, employees with and without disabilities can earn competitive wages while improving our community.
Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others: A Guide for Family Caregivers
Supporting a loved one with a disability is an act of love and care. Caregiving can feel very rewarding, but it can also be hard on your body and emotions. Many caregivers focus so much on helping others that they forget something important: your health matters too.
Snow Days Look Different for SOAR365’s Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Team
When a powerful winter storm hit the Richmond area this year, most people stayed home and waited for the ice to melt. SOAR365’s programs and offices stayed closed for the better part of a week, but at the Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR), the work couldn’t wait. It was up to SOAR365’s Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance team to clear the way.
Where Confidence Grows: Stories from SOAR365’s Summer Camp
Summer brings campfires, swimming, and new adventures—but for many kids and adults with disabilities, finding a camp where you truly belong can be harder than it should be.
America Is Made Here: Disability Employment Through SOAR365, SourceAmerica, and the AbilityOne Program
At SOAR365, we are proud to partner with SourceAmerica and the AbilityOne Program to create meaningful, competitive employment opportunities for people with disabilities right here in our community.
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Discussing Disability Podcast – February 2026 [AUDIO]
On this episode of Discussing Disability, we sit down with John Walker, President and CEO of SOAR365, to reflect on a milestone moment—his 10th year leading the organization—and to look ahead to what 2026 has in store.
What Is Pediatric Therapy? A Guide for Families
At SOAR365, our Pediatric Therapy team focuses on helping children reach their full potential while supporting their families along the way. This article explains pediatric therapy and the different types of services available, including Early Intervention and common therapy options.
Everyone’s Cheering for Vivian
At SOAR365, therapists work as a team — helping one remarkable little girl grow, learn, and thrive.
Holiday Tips for Families with Loved Ones with Disabilities
The holiday season can be full of joy, connection, and meaningful traditions, but for many families, it can also bring stress, anxiety, and overstimulation. Changes in routine, large gatherings, bright lights, loud music, and new expectations can be especially challenging for children and adults with disabilities.
