ThisAbility Special Needs Family Support

03/08/2026

03/04/2026

💜✨ Happy Women’s History Month!

Today we honor — the first Black woman to publish a book (1770). 📖✍🏾

Born in West Africa and brought to America through the transatlantic slave trade, Phillis spent most of her life enslaved. Yet by just 14 years old, she began writing poetry that would make history. Her work was influenced by the poets of her time, but deeply rooted in her African heritage and her faith. 🙏🏾🌍

Her pen became power. Her words became legacy. And her courage still inspires generations. 💫

Let’s continue celebrating the Black women who paved the way and shaped history with brilliance and resilience.

02/27/2026

02/23/2026

I just want to say how truly grateful I am for the Virginia State University football players who came out to support our ThisAbility Sweetheart Dance. They’ve also showed up and volunteered at our center well 💙
They were kind, respectful, patient, and so good with our participants. Watching them laugh, dance, help out, and make everyone feel included honestly meant so much to me.
To the parents, you are raising some amazing young men. You should be very proud 👏
~ fellow VSU parent 💙🧡

02/23/2026

💙 Our Sweetheart Dance was truly a magical evening! We had the honor of crowning our King and Queen, Lee and Ava 👑

This special night would not have been possible without our incredible board members, volunteers, Chester Christian Church donating there space and the Virginia State University football players who came out and gave their time to support our families. We are so grateful to everyone who shared their energy, kindness, and heart to make this event so meaningful.

A huge shout-out to photographer Carlos for capturing these beautiful moments 📸

A special thank you to Olive Garden and Chic fil A for donating food.
Mone cake Pops for delicious cake.
Thank you to all of out donors!

✨ View the full photo gallery here: https://taramichelestudio.pixieset.com/thisabilitysweetheartdance/

02/21/2026

(Please Share) ThisAbility Special Needs Family Support offering a special complimentary portrait session experience with limited availability where we'll capture the unique essence of children and adults with disabilities. Because of the intimate nature of this experience, space is extremely limited and advance booking is required.
Selected portraits will be featured in an art gallery style at our center and showcased at select events. This opportunity is open to anyone who has a child or adult loved one with disabilities. Celebrate the beauty within each of us!
Donations welcome towards our portrait campaign 💙
Thisability.org/events