Disability Program(s) Listing

I utilized AI to look different programs for persons with disabilities for Central Virginia. It is arranged by Music & Art Programs, Respite Programs, Camps, Social Clubs and Community Programs, and Support Groups. A word document is available under Menu -> File Share

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MUSIC & ARTS PROGRAMS:

Bach to Rock – Midlothian

•                     Activities: Music lessons, band programs, adaptive-friendly instruction

•                     Ages: Youth & Adults

•                     Disability Types: Inclusive (autism, IDD, physical disabilities)

•                     Cost: Paid

•                     Link:  https://www.bachtorock.com/midlothian/    

Da Capo Institute (Richmond)  

•         Activities: Music education, choir, instrumental instruction

•         Ages: Grades K–12

•         Disability Types: Inclusive

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://www.dacapova.org/

Dreamers’ Theater (Richmond)

•         Activities: Inclusive performing arts, theater, music

•         Ages: Adults

•         Disability Types: IDD, autism, developmental disabilities

•         Cost: Low-cost

•         Link:  https://dreamerstheater.org/

FreeHorse Arts (Richmond)

•         Activities: Inclusive arts programs, creative expression

•         Ages: Adults

•         Disability Types: IDD, autism, physical disabilities

•         Cost: Varies

•         Link:  https://www.freehorsearts.org/

SPARC – Live Art Program (Richmond)

•         Activities: Inclusive performing arts, music, dance, visual arts

•         Ages: 10–18

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://sparcrichmond.org/liveart/

Milk River Arts (Richmond)

•         Activities: Visual arts, creative workshops

•         Ages: Adults

•         Disability Types: IDD, autism, developmental disabilities

•         Cost: Varies

•         Link:  https://www.milkriverarts.org/ 

The Center for Creative Healing (Richmond)

•         Activities: Music therapy, expressive arts therapy

•         Ages: Youth & Adults

•         Disability Types: Autism, IDD, emotional disabilities

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://creativehealing.center/ 

Bill Carroll Foundation – Immersive Music Programs

•         Activities: Mobile recording studio for musicians with disabilities, Immersive music experiences (IMERS, ImmersiVest), Music therapy and sensory‑based programs

•         Ages: Youth, Adults, Veterans

•         Disability Types: Deaf/Hard of Hearing, IDD, autism, physical disabilities

•         Cost: Varies

•         Link:  https://www.billcarrollfoundation.org/

Miracles in Motion (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Dance, movement, performance, social events

•         Ages: 3–Adult

•         Disability Types: Autism, IDD, physical disabilities

•         Cost: Low-cost

•         Link:  https://www.miraclesinmotionva.org/

Respite Programs:

SOAR365 – Camp Baker Respite (Chesterfield, VA)

•         Activities: Weekend respite, extended‑stay respite, emergency respite, recreation

•         Ages: 6+

•         Disability Types: All disabilities (IDD, autism, physical disabilities)

•         Cost: Varies (respite funded through Medicaid waivers or private pay)

•         Link:  https://soar365.org/find-support/respite/

Camp Easterseals UCP (New Castle, VA — serves Central VA)

•         Activities: Overnight respite, outdoor recreation, social activities

•         Ages: Kids (8–21), Young Adults (18–30), Adults (18+)

•         Disability Types: Physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, autism

•         Cost: Paid; financial aid available

•         Link: https://eastersealsport.com/camp-easterseals/

Grace Communion Hanover – Hidden Pearls Respite (Mechanicsville, VA)

 •         Activities: Monthly respite (games, crafts, supervised care)

•         Ages: All ages

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Free

•         Schedule: 3rd Saturday monthly, 1–4 PM

•         Link:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rR6IVcBIKw7krVW1XY9djfdqL7yoZCPi/view?pli=1

Hand ‘N Heart (Richmond, Williamsburg, VA Beach, Springfield)

 •         Activities: In‑home respite, companionship, transportation, errands, meal prep

•         Ages: All ages

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://handnheart.org/short-term-respite-care/

Mothers and Autism Meetup – Respite Events (Richmond)

•         Activities: Quarterly respite events for caregivers

•         Ages: Children with autism

•         Disability Types: Autism

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://mothersandautismmeetup.org/Services/respite-care/

National Respite Locator (Virginia)

 •         Activities: Searchable database of respite providers

•         Ages: All ages

•         Disability Types: All

•         Cost: Varies

•         Link:  https://archrespite.org/caregiver-resources/respitelocator/

Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program

 •         Activities: Provides up to $595/year in respite reimbursement

•         Ages: All ages

•         Disability Types: All

•         Cost: Free (voucher program)

•         Link:  https://dars.virginia.gov/aging/caregiver-support/lifespan-respite-voucher/

CAMPS

SOAR365 Summer Camp at Camp Baker (Chesterfield, VA)

 •         Activities: Horseback riding, arts & crafts, swimming, fishing, paddle boating, hiking, tent camping

•         Ages: Children & Adults

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Paid; respite options available

•         Link:  https://soar365.org/find-support/summer-camp/

Camp Sensory House (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Sensory exploration, structured sensory play

•         Ages: Children Age 5-12

•         Disability Types: Sensory processing needs, autism

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://www.veryspecialcamps.com/summer-camps/Camp-Sensory-House-2879.html

Camp Holiday Trails (Charlottesville, VA — serves Central VA)

 •         Activities: Outdoor camp for youth with medical needs

•         Ages: Children & Teens

•         Disability Types: Chronic illnesses, medical needs

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://campholidaytrails.org/

Brainy Ridge (St. George, VA)

 •         Activities: Medically supported camp experiences

•         Ages: Children & Families

•         Disability Types: Chronic illnesses, disabilities

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://www.veryspecialcamps.com/summer-camps/Brainy-Ridge-Inc-2875.html

Camp Ability (Virginia Beach — statewide)

 •         Activities: Recreational day camp

•         Ages: Children, Teens, Adults

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Paid

•         Link:  https://www.veryspecialcamps.com/summer-camps/Camp-Ability-2832.html

Camp Easterseals UCP (New Castle, VA — statewide)

 •         Activities: Overnight camp, outdoor recreation, social activities

•         Ages: Kids (8–21), Young Adults (18–30), Adults (18+)

•         Disability Types: Physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, autism

•         Cost: Paid; scholarships available

•         Link:  https://eastersealsport.com/camp-easterseals/

Social Clubs and Community Programs:

SOAR365 Adult Day Support (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Social clubs, recreation, community outings, life skills

•         Ages: Adults

•         Disability Types: IDD, physical disabilities

•         Cost: Varies

•         Link:  https://soar365.org/find-support/adult-day-support/

Friendship Circle of Virginia (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Social groups, inclusive events, buddy programs

•         Ages: Children, Teens, Adults

•         Disability Types: All disabilities

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://friendshipcircleva.org/

 Support Groups: 

Autism Society of Central Virginia (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Parent support groups, adult autism groups, sibling groups

•         Ages: All ages (family support)

•         Disability Types: Autism

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://ascv.org/

Mothers and Autism Meetup (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Parent support, caregiver support, respite events

•         Ages: Parents & caregivers

•         Disability Types: Autism

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://mothersandautismmeetup.org/

The Arc of Virginia (Statewide)

 •         Activities: Family support, advocacy, parent training

•         Ages: All ages

•         Disability Types: IDD, autism

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://www.thearcofva.org/

NAMI Central Virginia (Richmond, VA)

 •         Activities: Support groups for mental health, caregivers, families

•         Ages: Teens & Adults

•         Disability Types: Mental health disabilities

•         Cost: Free

•         Link:  https://namicva.org/