FACT Families of Autism Coming Together

11/19/2025

Our buddy Langston is ready to bust out his Michael Jackson dance moves again at FACT’s Annual Homecoming Dance this Saturday, November 22nd from 7-10 PM!

Make sure to register now for this super fun event: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FamiliesofAutisticChildreninTidewater?&e4q=079de434-583c-4e13-a931-51e446f068de&e4p=0ff9daa9-9491-4035-8957-dc9b5e94064e&e4ts=1763573804&e4c=active&e4e=snlvcmpscui00001load&e4rt=Safetynet&e4h=8d1e6192e6bcde4516679da0c966c83f #/selectSessions/3714245

11/15/2025

✨ Get ready for some holiday magic! ✨

Spend the day exploring Christmas Town at Busch Gardens, where over 10 million twinkling lights turn the park into a winter wonderland. 🎅🎢

📅 Sunday, December 14, 2025
🕐 12:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Drop-off & Pick-up: FACT Autism Resource Center
🎟️ Price includes staff, admission, transportation & fast pass

🍔 Please send money for dinner — Busch Gardens is now cashless!

RSVP online at least 48 hours in advance — spots fill fast!

11/14/2025

📘Life Binder Seminar

Join us for an empowering session designed for parents, caregivers, and guardians of individuals with disabilities.
Learn how to organize essential paperwork, plans, and information into one comprehensive Life Binder — a guide that ensures smooth transitions and lasting peace of mind.

Your loved one doesn’t need to have autism to attend — this seminar is open to all! 💙

✨ Create clarity. Ensure continuity. Build confidence.

🗓️ November 17th
📍FACT Autism Resource Center

11/13/2025

🪩 It’s time to dance the night away at FACT’s Homecoming Dance!

This year’s theme? ALL WHITE 🤍 — so dress to impress and get ready for a fun-filled night with friends!

📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025
🕖 7:00–10:00 PM
📍 FACT Autism Resource Center
3509 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

🎟️ $20 per participant or chaperone
RSVP online [bit.ly/FACTprograms] at least 48 hours in advance — spots fill up fast!

11/11/2025

Service comes in many forms—whether it’s defending our country or supporting others in our community. This , we salute all veterans for their strength, resilience, and service. 💙

11/07/2025

Join us for an evening of fun, friendship, and active play! 🏐🎬

This program welcomes participants 6+ and provides a safe, supportive environment for everyone to play and connect. 💙

📍 FACT Autism Resource Center
3509 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA
🗓️ Saturday: Nov 15
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM

11/06/2025

Volleyball program is back! 🏐

We are excited to bring co-ed volleyball to our families with autism! 🌟

This program helps participants build skills, coordination, attention, and teamwork — all while having fun on the court! 🙌

📍 Where: FACT Autism Resource Center
3509 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

🗓️ When: Saturdays, Nov 8 – Dec 20 (no volleyball on Nov 29)

⏰Ages 6-10: 10:25-11:25 AM
⏰ Ages 11–14: 11:35 AM–12:35 PM
⏰ Ages 15 & older: 9:15–10:15 AM

Let’s serve up some fun this fall💙

11/05/2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🪀 Save the date for the annual Tidewater Autism Summit, taking place this year at YMCA JT's Camp Grom in Virginia Beach!

11/04/2025

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FACT Family Nights
November and December is LIVE🎉

📅 Thursdays | 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 FACT Autism Resource Center (VB)
👥 Open to anyone with ASD & their families (siblings included!)
💲 Registration: https://conta.cc/47NHKmZ

Families can enjoy:
🏀 Basketball (Knock-Out, HORSE)
🎮 Wii games & karaoke
🎲 Board games & card games
🍿 Movie time & more!
Plus, unlimited fun in the Sensory Gym & FACTivity Hall!

💙 One ASD participant = the whole family joins in!
💙 Come one Thursday or come every week—it’s up to you!
💙 A caretaker is required to stay, and family participation is encouraged.

FACT Family Nights are about community, fun, and togetherness. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Our FACT HERO interns have been getting into the spirit all week by dressing up for work each day! 👻🦸‍♀️🕸️

10/31/2025

No tricks, just treats — and lots of smiles! 💙