When Aidan was born, he failed his newborn hearing screening and was diagnosed with congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV). His mother quickly began reading everything she could on the illness and its impact on infants.
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Tom Cricchi Is Committed to Building on SOAR365’s Decades of Success
As the SOAR365 Board Chair, Tom’s professional, association and community service experience has ideally positioned him to take the lead following years of service as a Board Member. And he has big plans to build on SOAR365’s forward momentum.
SOAR365 Recognized in Richmond Magazine’s 2025 Best of RVA Survey
PARK365 was named Best Community Playground for the third consecutive year while the Ladybug Fund Winetasting & Silent Auction took third in the Fundraising Event category.
Jacob’s Journey From Custodian to Crew Leader
Jacob Hoffman knew his career wasn’t going where he had hoped and, in 2015, he decided to make a change. It didn’t take long before he found work at SOAR365, and it changed his life forever.
Stories from PARK365: Help and Play Are a Short Walk Away
In this edition of Stories from PARK365, we share the story of Kathryn Shapiro, whose first-born son was born prematurely and required Pediatric Therapy services at SOAR365 and is now thriving and playing at PARK365!
Jumping In Together: How One DSP Creates Confidence and Connection
Direct Support Professional Will Spratley helps Adult Day Support participants develop new skills in the pool…and in life!
A Mother’s Work Sparks a Lifelong Passion for Service
Sometimes a childhood memory lasts a lifetime – and impacts decisions many years later. That’s what happened for Mike Beall, Executive Vice President at Davenport & Company.
New Team Helps Employees with Disabilities Succeed at Work and in Life
Chase Prince has worked with SOAR365 as a Production Worker at AmerisourceBergen for several years. As someone who struggles with processing delays, his time at work is often marked with challenges related to decision-making, multitasking, time management, and more.
To address challenges like these, Business Solutions created a new team to support employees with disabilities, led by FaithAnn Zamparelli, Manager of Internal Employee Supports. The team’s goal is to help employees with disabilities find success in the workplace while also providing support with their life goals.
Understanding Virginia’s Blue Envelope Program
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has started a new initiative called the Blue Envelope Program. It is made to help drivers with autism spectrum disorder feel safer and less stressed if they are pulled over by police or are in a car accident.
Brandon’s Birthday Wish Comes True at His “Happy Place”
For his birthday wish, Brandon just wanted to catch a fish—and thanks to SOAR365’s accessible Summer Camp and caring staff, his wish came true. Now a longtime camper, Brandon has grown in confidence, made lifelong friends, and found a place where he’s safe, supported, and celebrated just as he is.
