Dash and Scout

Serving adults with Down syndrome with varying abilities in the pursuit of an authentically meaningful life.

06/10/2026

🛍️ SHOP & DONATE FOR OUR CAUSE! In June, be sure to shop and donate gently used items at the to benefit Dash & Scout! We are grateful to have been selected by The Quaker Midlothian Friends Meeting as a beneficiary alongside , formerly UMFS, under the theme that “Everyone Deserves a Chance at Independence.”

The Thrifty Quaker
13567 Midlothian Turnpike
Midlothian, VA 23113

🧡 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE THRIFTY QUAKER:
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Thanks for your support! The more you shop and donate, the more lives we’ll transform in our community! 🧡

06/08/2026

GET INFORMED BY GABY! In her June Note, our inspiring Program Director, Gaby Osborne Brooks, answers one of our most frequently asked questions:

“After wrapping up our CPR, First Aid, and Emergency Preparedness Camp last week, I wanted to take a moment to talk about the different experiences we offer at Dash & Scout. One of the questions we hear most often is, “Which program is right for me or my loved one?”

Our Goal

At Dash & Scout, we design every experience with the same goal in mind: to help…”

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06/06/2026

PEER MENTOR COMMUNITY IMPACT! Recently, peer mentor, Sarah, has been busy in our community! In addition to her job at , she volunteered as the DJ at the Prom and proudly displayed her original art at the Crossridge Art Show. Great job strengthening our community while showcasing your unique talents, Sarah! 🧡

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PEER MENTORS:

https://www.dashandscout.org/peer-mentors

06/05/2026

🧡 THAT’S A WRAP! What an incredible week of learning, making friends, and empowering our CPR, Emergency Preparedness, and First Aid campers with critical independent-living skills!

Special thanks to Concierge CPR Va, LLC, Richmond Police Department, Richmond Fire Department , and Resources for Independent Living Inc for partnering with us for the 2nd year in a row! And shout-outs to our D&S team members, Gaby and Lizzy, for organizing and ensuring everything went smoothly!

06/02/2026

Today we’re proud to introduce Ginny Graef, CPA, our Board Treasurer, and another talented member of our Board of Directors. We’re grateful for her contributions to Dash and Scout’s overwhelming success over the last two and half years.

🧡 GINNY’S “WHY” FOR SERVING ON THE D&S BOARD

I saw this as an opportunity to be of service and to learn more about the needs, challenges and strengths of individuals with varying intellectual disabilities. I am learning so much!

🧡 CAREER

I am a CPA at Keiter and lead the Private Client Services group which serves high net worth individuals and their families.

🧡 EDUCATION

I hold a BS in Commerce and a MS in Accounting, both from UVA.

🧡 HOBBIES

I enjoy being active outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family & friends.

06/01/2026

DAY 1 DONE! ✅ What a great start to our 4-Day CPR, Emergency Preparedness, and First Aid Camp today! Check back soon for more pics to see our campers’ progress this week!

Many thanks to Concierge CPR Va, LLC, Richmond Police Department, and Richmond Fire Department for partnering with us to provide exceptional training to our participants for the 2nd year in a row!

05/31/2026

TEACHER SHOUT-OUT! We’re super proud of our fantastic teacher, LIZA! She was recently named a Finalist for Chesterfield County Public Schools’ New Teacher of the Year for her outstanding work as a special education teacher at Bettie Weaver Elementary.

We’re so grateful she’s on our growing team! Her dedication, expertise, and compassion drive our mission and inspire us all! 🧡

LEARN MORE HERE:
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05/30/2026

We enjoyed welcoming returning peer mentor, Ashley, to Dave’s Place for our Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia (DSANV) partnership Women’s Weekend in April! Her leadership, inclusiveness, and kindness made a meaningful impact on our participants. She left with goals to continue to make even more new friends and to continue to follow schedules successfully. We’re so grateful for her leadership and positive impact on our retreat community! 🧡 💙

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PEER MENTORS:

https://www.dashandscout.org/peer-mentors

05/28/2026

REGISTER TODAY! ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT! STARTS ON MONDAY!

Don’t miss our CPR, Emergency Preparedness, and First Aid Camp! Whether you attended last year or not, you’ll learn something new from our enhanced curriculum.

* JUNE 1-4, 2026 (9:30 - 1:30 daily)
* Resources for Independent Living, 4009 Fitzhugh Ave., Richmond, VA

Join us for a 4-day CPR, Emergency Preparedness and Basic First Aid Camp designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. This hands-on program will teach essential emergency skills, including CPR, first aid, and recognizing emergencies. Participants will also learn how to communicate an emergency. Sessions will include a facilitated social lunch conversation review of each day’s lesson.

Many thanks to , , and for partnering with us to provide exceptional training to our participants for the 2nd year in a row!

🧡 REGISTER TODAY!
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*BONUS* ORDER YOUR official D&S SWEATSHIRT to pick up at camp here:
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Glen Allen, VA

Telephone

+18046518191

Website

http://www.dashandscout.org/

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