Center for Family Involvement

Center for Family Involvement The staff at the Center for Family Involvement is made up of parents, family members and professionals.

The Center for Family Involvement works with families to increase their skills as advocates, mentors and leaders so that families, children and adults with disabilities can lead the lives they want. All of us have worked with or as family members, advocating, mentoring and taking leadership roles in support of people with disabilities leading the lives they want for themselves.

Have a child or loved one with a disability? Overwhelmed? We’ve got you! 1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREEWho are we?tinyurl....
03/31/2026

Have a child or loved one with a disability? Overwhelmed? We’ve got you!

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities




03/31/2026

In a controlled, low-risk environment, participants in a pilot program build confidence and master everyday tasks like crossing the street, riding a bus or making a purchase, all at their own pace.

🔦SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT💥The Virginia Zoo of NorfolkThe Virginia Zoo is launching Sensory Friendly Mornings. Next one is S...
03/30/2026

🔦SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT💥The Virginia Zoo of Norfolk

The Virginia Zoo is launching Sensory Friendly Mornings. Next one is Sunday, November, 8.

Expect silenced train whistles, dimmed lights, and limited tickets designed for guests who experience sensory overload. More space, less noise, same amazing animals.

Full Article: https://tinyurl.com/5aknjhya

The Virginia Zoo

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities

🫶Fred Rogers Friday🫶"Imagine what our realneighborhoods would be like if each of us offered, as a matter of course, just...
03/27/2026

🫶Fred Rogers Friday🫶

"Imagine what our real
neighborhoods would be like if each of us offered, as a matter of course, just one kind word to another person."

"There are three ways to ultimate success: The first way is to be kind. The second way is to be kind.
The third way is to be kind."

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities





💥Sensory HACKS💥Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space. Hidd...
03/27/2026

💥Sensory HACKS💥

Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space.

Hidden tools make regulation possible in quiet, dignified ways - tucked into pockets, woven into clothing, or disguised as everyday objects. Support doesn't have to be loud to be life-changing.

Movement Seekers - Hidden Tools

•Stretch Sleeves
•Wrist Bands
•Foot Roller
•Swivel Chair
•Hair Ties
•Wobble Cushion, Board & Chair

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities




🎉Virginia Resource🎉Virginia Fresh Match is a network of farmers markets, mobile markets, farm stores, and community food...
03/26/2026

🎉Virginia Resource🎉

Virginia Fresh Match is a network of farmers markets, mobile markets, farm stores, and community food stores that DOUBLE SNAP/EBT food assistance, formerly known as food stamps, on fruits and vegetables.

Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) is their fiscal sponsor.

LINK: www.virginiafreshmatch.org

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities

💥Sensory HACKS💥Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space. Hidd...
03/26/2026

💥Sensory HACKS💥

Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space.

Hidden tools make regulation possible in quiet, dignified ways - tucked into pockets, woven into clothing, or disguised as everyday objects. Support doesn't have to be loud to be life-changing.

Oral Seekers - Hidden Tools

•Chewable Pencil Toppers
•Chewable Necklace
•Chewable Straws
•Chewable Zipper Pull
•Textured Lids

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Partnership for People with Disabilities Association of University Centers on Disabilities




This is AMAZING 🤩
03/25/2026

This is AMAZING 🤩

🧬Have a child or loved one with a disability? Need support from someone who knows how to navigate access to genetic serv...
03/25/2026

🧬Have a child or loved one with a disability? Need support from someone who knows how to navigate access to genetic services?🔦

CFI's Family Navigators are here to listen, guide, and support ~ parent to parent.

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

Genetic page: https://cfi.partnership.vcu.edu/programs/genetic-navigator-program-of-virginia/

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities




💥Sensory HACKS💥Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space. Hidd...
03/25/2026

💥Sensory HACKS💥

Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space.

Hidden tools make regulation possible in quiet, dignified ways - tucked into pockets, woven into clothing, or disguised as everyday objects. Support doesn't have to be loud to be life-changing.

Tactile Seekers - Hidden Tools

•Crinkle patch sewn inside a pocket
•Textured Phone Case
•Silicone Bead Keychains
•Rubber Zipper Pull
•Fidgets Toys
•Textured Bracelets

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement




💥Sensory HACKS💥Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space. Hidd...
03/24/2026

💥Sensory HACKS💥

Sensory needs don't disappear just because someone is in a classroom, workplace, or community space.

Hidden tools make regulation possible in quiet, dignified ways - tucked into pockets, woven into clothing, or disguised as everyday objects. Support doesn't have to be loud to be life-changing.

Pressure Support - Hidden Tools

•Compression Wristbands
•Anxiety Pocket Stones
•Weighted Beanie
•Weighted Hoodie
•Weighted Shoulder Wrap

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities




Hidden hacks for visual and auditory stimmers 🎉
03/24/2026

Hidden hacks for visual and auditory stimmers 🎉

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