Stafford Autism Resources

02/20/2026

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02/16/2026

The Organization for Autism Research offers a curated library of autism-related ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app, by OverDrive. The library includes popular fiction and non-fiction books, clinical texts, guidebooks, kids’ books, and more for community members to borrow for free from the...

02/11/2026

Hi friend,



We’re happy to announce registration is now available for our next Morning at the Museum!



Please join us at the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum on Saturday, March 7 from 10:00-11:30am!

During the program, you'll be able to explore both museums (they share a building!), participate in hands-on activities, and enjoy brief gallery tours.



Please register for the program via Eventbrite.

(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morning-at-the-museum-tickets-1982786390469?aff=oddtdtcreator)



If you have any questions or need assistance with registering, please let me know!



Best,

Larissa


Larissa Kunynskyj (she/her)

Accessibility Program Coordinator

Office of Visitor Accessibility, Smithsonian Institution

Email: KunynskyjL@si.edu

Mobile: 202-704-4791

A sensory-friendly art museum program.

02/09/2026

02/04/2026

✨ Looking for a job that makes a difference? ✨
Join us to learn about Consumer Directed Personal Attendant Services as an employment option.

📅 Thursday, February 5
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 409 Progress St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401

This session will cover what it means to work as a personal attendant, the responsibilities and expectations of the role, and how attendants support independence for individuals with disabilities.

👥 Facilitators: Brenda Boggs & Debra Fults
♿ Accommodations available with at least 10 business days’ notice.

✅ Registration is required:
👉 https://forms.office.com/r/aeJtsmR7Uq

📞 540-373-2559 | 🌐 www.cildrc.org

02/02/2026

Per: Autism Society of NoVA

Don't miss our new date of February 24th. Weather postponed our original date so you have another opportunity to sign up to attend. If you registered for original date and can attend new date please re-register. This session has been very active and attending is a great opportunity to share your story and what matters to you.

01/31/2026

We’re still at work throughout the weekend wrapping up cleanup and making sure all of our schools are accessible. While our buildings are in good shape, some neighborhood roads need a little more attention. We’re staying in close contact with VDOT and will continue monitoring conditions over the weekend.

Our biggest focus is getting students back to school safely. We’re looking at several options to make that happen, including the possibility of temporary bus stop adjustments. We’ll know more by Sunday and will share updates with families then.
We also want to say thank you. Our staff and volunteers have shown up in big ways this week, clearing campuses, supporting students and families, and helping our community navigate a tough stretch. We are incredibly grateful for their time, care, and commitment.

Looking ahead, a special called School Board meeting will take place Monday evening where the Superintendent will present his FY27 Funding Request. The meeting will be fully virtual, and we’re sharing this early so everyone has the option to watch or participate, especially with the chance of more weather this weekend. The meeting will be livestreamed and broadcast on:

Comcast Channel 18
Cox Channel 89
Verizon Channel 2138

This is not an indication of Monday’s operating status. Thank you for staying connected, informed, and supportive.

01/28/2026

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01/28/2026

Let’s Talk About Work! (YOUTH Training)

Join us for this free, live Zoom webinar for Virginia students with disabilities (ages 14-22).

In this workshop, we will talk about working in the community and learning more about competitive integrated employment (CIE). CIE is about working in the community, earning the same pay as others, and more.

You deserve a chance to work. You play an important role in the community!

Sessions to choose from:
👉 Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
👉 Thursday, February 26, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time

This training will not be recorded.

Presented by PEATC in partnership with Parent to Parent Miami, Parent to Parent Georgia, Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC), Family Connection of South Carolina, and TNSTEP

01/26/2026

This week's Bill of the Week features House Bill 1032! This bill would ensure that the Department of Transportation provide at least one adult changing station at all rest areas on interstate highways and welcome centers.

To view or download a PDF of our Bill of the Week, visit our website: https://vbpd.virginia.gov/policy/bill-of-the-week/

01/26/2026

iPhone Satellite Texting - Know Before You Need It

iPhone 14 and newer devices feature satellite messaging capability when cellular and WiFi services are unavailable. This technology allows residents to:

Send emergency messages
Contact 911 services
Share location with emergency contacts