ASCV Blog

You, Me & D: Reflections on What ASCV Means to Our Family
By ASCV Board Member Dilshad D. Ali On a Thursday night, as has been our routine for the past five months, I sat on the sidelines at River City Inclusive Gym and watched my son “D” casually stroll through his fitness routine with his coach. We were introduced to this

Veteran ASCV Team Cameron’s Crusaders are Ready for This Year’s 5K!
An Interview with Team Captain Cam Sabel – by ASCV Board Member Dilshad D. Ali Cameron’s Crusaders knows a thing or two about the Autism Society of Central Virginia 5k – and well they should. They’ve been participating in the event for more than 15 years with Team Captain Cameron

Ty’s Trot: Finding Community, One Step at a Time
For many families in the autism community, the ASCV 5K & Family Fun Day is more than just a race — it’s a day of connection, celebration, and meaningful support. Few people understand that better than Kefu, who has not only participated in the event for nearly a decade but

Introducing New Program Registration System!
We’re committed to making program registration and engagement as accessible, streamlined and easy as possible for you. With these things in mind, we are excited to introduce Mindbody: our new program registration software! Our goal is to minimize disruptions to your registration experience. We are here to help at every

Election Season is Here – Get Ready to Vote!
Your vote matters, and this election season is your chance to be heard! Whether it’s shaping local policies or supporting national change, voting is a powerful way to advocate for our community on the state and national level. Be sure to make your voice heard by casting your ballot. To

August Adventures at the ASCV
We SPLASHED into fun this August, kicking off the good times at the RVA Duck Race and Festival of Inclusion! Together we enjoyed a day of festive and inclusive community fun at Brown’s Island with live music, sensory activities, food trucks, and more! We wrapped up the day watching as