All Locations: Special Needs

A parent organization that has been working to HIGHLIGHT the progress, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, and SUCCESS of the Autism community of Hampton Roads, Virginia by providing platforms which allows their talents to shine and be recognized.

Cerebral Palsy of Virginia delivers programs and services to children and adults with disabilities throughout Hampton Roads, the Peninsula, Virginia’s Eastern Shore and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Summer Camp Enrichment Program offered during summer months.

Academy-superior academics and support. Brain Bridges - educational therapy and classes for students who need help learning how to learn. Academy K-8th - Homeschool & Academics stand alone classes.

A place for support, help, and resources for homeschooling special needs kids.

Advocate For Youth and Family Services, Inc (AFYFS) is a mental health agency located in Virginia that serves children, adolescents, adults, and families who face mental health challenges. Serving all of Hampton Roads.

We provide social skills programs to children with various disabilities. We offer a weekday preschool program, weekend school age program. Program days and times vary.

​Aid Another provides inclusion programs that exclusively considers special needs families. Aid Another provides inclusive educational, cultural and recreational programs that are designed to improve quality of life, reduce isolation and enhance social settings.

We are a speech and language private practice in the Hampton Roads / Tidewater region of Virginia, offering respectful, strengths-based evaluations and treatment. Face to face visits are available for families in Hampton, Newport News, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Norfolk, Virginia Beach & Portsmouth; telehealth visits provided via Zoom for clients residing in Virginia. Offering assistance with trialing and procuring Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices as needed.

AMC locations in Hampton and Virginia Beach offer monthly screenings of popular movies with modifications for a sensory-sensitive audience. The auditoriums dedicated to the program have their lights up, the sound turned down and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing!

AMC locations in Hampton and Virginia Beach offer monthly screenings of popular movies with modifications for a sensory-sensitive audience. The auditoriums dedicated to the program have their lights up, the sound turned down and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing!

Apricus Advocacy will confidently assist you with clarifying and clearly defining the problem, misconception, inequity or overall confusion associated with the evaluation process, Student Assistant Plan (SAP), 504, or Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Ages 4-16. Tee ball, softball, baseball and Challenger divisions are offered in both the spring and the fall.

Arts for Learning Virginia is the leading provider of quality arts-in-education programming in Virginia. They offer an array of arts performances and workshops grounded in the core curriculum, residencies for children of all ages, and professional development in arts-integration techniques that improve students’ literacy skills, motivation to read, and ability to learn. Programs for children with special needs are available. Summer camp available.

NOTE: Programs are provided online and within school and community programming throughout Hampton Roads.

Arts Inclusion Company is a company where people of All Abilities are welcomed to participate in all aspects of theatrical arts.

Providing 1-on-1 Applied Behavior Analysis and Therapy & a clinic based Social Skills Group to young children on the Autism Spectrum in Hampton Roads.

Autism Consulting and Therapy (ACT) is Hampton Roads’ oldest ABA therapy clinic, providing a developmental preschool and social skills group environment for young children with Autism and other developmental disabilities. ACT has the highest level of Accreditation by the Behavioral Health Center of Excellence. Free consultation.

The purpose of this page is to offer support and understanding to anyone that has a loved one on the Autism spectrum.

Resources, support and programs for families living with autism.

The Autism Society Tidewater Virginia is dedicated to creating connections, and empowering everyone through knowledge, advocacy, and supports to live fully.

This group is a Autism Spectrum support group for the Hampton Roads Va area!

Classes for youth and adults including performing arts (dance and acting), Fashion, Tech, GEN Now (life skills) and more. Dance classes for students with special needs are available.

Providing specialized dentistry for infants, children, teens and those with special needs in a "child-friendly" environment.

Blossom Behavioral Services provides in-home ABA therapy to autistic children and their families on the peninsula.

K-12 Tutoring
ESL Tutoring
Adult Basic Education
GED® Prep
ASVAB Prep
VPT Prep
Career Training
Group Tutoring Sessions
Various Trainings
Presentations

Providing ABA Services, Parent Support and Care Coordination in all areas of Hampton Roads.

Private Day School for students in grades K-4th with learning disabilities in Hampton Roads.

Private and group instruction for a wide variety of instruments and voice, as well as ensemble performance and recital programs. Mommy & Me, Preschool programs, Special Needs Programs.

Private K-12 school specializing in educating children with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia other learning differences. Summer Camps available.

Art, Camps, Cooking, Creative Writing, Dance, Gymnastics, Kayaking, Martial Arts, Music, Special Needs, Sports Programs, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Toddler Programs, Summer Camps, Yoga, Special Events & more. Homeschool Activities. After School Care available.

The Therapeutic Recreation Program provides programs and social opportunities for individuals with disAbilities.

CfBT provides in home ABA therapy tailored to the exceptionalities of your child, in addition to parent training offered with or without ABA services.

Pediatric dentistry and orthodontic services, including children with special needs.

Pediatric dentistry and orthodontic services, including children with special needs.

Pediatric dentistry and orthodontic services, including children with special needs.

Pediatric dentistry and orthodontic services, including children with special needs.

Hampton Roads Pediatric Dentist serving Yorktown, Newport News, Hampton, Gloucester, and Williamsburg.

Preschool., Kindergarten - 8th grade. Extended care available.

Christ the King School was the first Catholic school in the Norfolk area to provide Special Education Services to children with learning disabilities. They continue to expand those services and are now offering enhanced programs for Talented and Gifted students.

Academic support for K-12, as well as students with special needs and homeschoolers.

Academic support for K-12, as well as students with special needs and homeschoolers.

Recreation programs for all ages with various disabilities

Recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities and special needs. Summer camp available.

A non-profit horse therapy center located in Yorktown, Virginia. Providing services through Movement Method and Horse Boy Method to families with special needs children in a natural, no pressure, judgment-free zone.

The Community Outreach Coalition is a nonprofit organization that ministers to low-income youth and children with disabilities through academics, athletics, and the arts. Childcare, preschool, before/after care, tutoring, summer camps, science programs, athletics, cooking classes, dance and step, performing arts, vocal lessons & more.

Compass’s mission is to provide quality behavioral health services to stabilize, strengthen, and support youth, adults, and families.

Services available: ABA and Family Support, Intensive In-Home, Mental Health Skill-building Services, Crisis Intervention, Therapeutic Day Treatment, Parenting Support Services, Therapeutic Mentoring, Outpatient Therapy, Psych Testing, and Navigate: An Alternative to Residential, Intensive Care Coordination

Comprehensive Autism Partnership, or CAP, Inc. provides ABA services and support to Virginia families .

Dental prevention and education for children from infancy to adolescence, including those with special healthcare needs.

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acrobatics, musical theatre, combo, ballet & tumbling tots, class-dancers who are differently abled, teen/adult, homeschool 2+

FREE Science camp designed to meet the needs of rising fourth- through eighth-grade students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, and it also welcomes siblings of deaf and hard-of-hearing youth and children of a deaf adult.

Facebook page: information and events in Hampton Roads Region of Virginia.

Providing Services including those focused on mental health, education, intellectual disabilities, and autism. Autism ABA, Community Based Mental Health, Educational Services, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services, Outpatient Therapy, and Private Day School.

A not-for-profit organization serving the needs of individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.

East End Academy, Inc., is a private provider of various customized programs for students with disabilities and at-risk youth. Grades K-12. After-school and Summer programs available.

A Division of Atlantic Dental Care PLC. Pediatric dental practice specializing in providing dental care that is especially suited to the needs of children, from infants to adolescents and children with special needs.

We are trustworthy, compassionate partners providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

Culinary Connections is an innovative, immersive kitchen experience for individuals to learn culinary techniques, nutritional literacy, communication and coping skills. Through a variety of courses created for various audiences, students are better able to plan and prepare balanced meals and ultimately enhance overall health, wellness and independence. Culinary Connections offers three experiential culinary arts courses and two specialized kitchen group therapy opportunities.

The Endependence Center, Incorporated (ECI) is a consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, non-residential, private, non-profit Center for Independent Living (CIL) operated by and for individuals with disabilities in South Hampton Roads.

Therapeutic horseback riding program for individuals who have mental, physical, emotional, social or learning disabling conditions.

Summer programs are available for both the therapeutic riding participants and an inclusion camp open to the public. Campers must be able to follow verbal directions, have an interest in learning about horses and horse care, and be toilet trained. Each day campers will receive both mounted riding and ground lessons in order to learn proper horsemanship while having tons of fun! The camp will help to build positive relationships with fellow campers, equines, staff, and counselors.

The mission of F.A.C.T. is to improve the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families in the greater Tidewater Virginia area. FACT sponsors social, recreational and pre-vocational programs for individual with autism.

Promoting awareness and inclusion of people affected by disability in our faith communities.

First Home Care provides Therapeutic Foster Care and a continuum of community behavioral health services that enable children, adults, and families to receive the care they need in their homes and communities.

Tidewater Community Based Services include Crisis Intervention, Day Support-Group Day and Community Engagement, Individual and Family Outpatient Therapy, Art Therapy and Day Treatment services.

First Home Care operates a private day school, Oyster Point Academy in Newport News, Virginia that services special education children with ASD and other disabilities.

Horseback riding lessons and home to Untamed Spirit Therapeutic and Educational Program - a nonprofit therapeutic riding program.

Fun Strokes LLC is based in Suffolk, Virginia. We provide occupational therapy services in an itinerant school-based model. Services are designed for children who struggle with learning how to write or handwriting legibility. Fun Strokes programs were crafted to target all areas of fine motor development that comprise the very complex skill of handwriting. Programs are offered as after-school and summer clubs that span over 6-week sessions. Fun Strokes LLC is currently housed at Stonebridge School in Chesapeake, VA, and is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Your child does not need to be enrolled at StoneBridge School to participate in the Fun Strokes program. For more information or to register your child please visit our website.

In-home ABA therapy Provider

100% ADA Accessible Playground on the oceanfront with public restrooms. Beach wheelchairs are available for use at no cost (first come, first served).

April 1 - Oct. 1 beach chairs are available for use in the small Grommet Island "park" area (first come first serve).

Classes and activities for all ages, Before/After Care. Summer Camps. Many free and/or low cost events and festivals offered throughout the year from Hampton Parks and Recreation.

Hampton Roads, Virginia group for autism.

Group for all military families that have Special Needs. Admin shares info, events, resources, articles & more.

Offering private tutoring and testing for dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other learning disabilities. We offer assistance with the child study, RtI, eligibility, and IEP process.

Homeschool group for parents with children on the spectrum

Therapeutic recreation activities may include swimming classes, craft classes, trips, camps, adult programs, special events, and varied offerings every season.

Helianthus provides compassionate, child-led, in-home ABA services to individuals of all ages in Hampton Roads. We strive to provide the the best individualized services to our clients and their families. We provide a team-based, collaborative approach by frequently communicating with other service providers (speech, OT, teachers, etc) to ensure consistency and progress in all areas. At Helianthus PBS, LLC we truly love what we do!

Pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapy, Early Intervention, sensory gym, special programs and alternative treatments.

All Indoor Facility. Summer Camps, Weekly Soccer Classes and Indoor Soccer Leagues

Our services extend to individuals with CL, FIS, and BI waiver services, offering both in-home and community support.

Expertise and Experience: Our team boasts over ten years of expertise in providing top-notch care. Staffed by professionals with in-depth training and significant experience, we ensure every client benefits from our profound knowledge and exceptional services, catering to a variety of needs with utmost excellence.

Customized Care: What sets us apart is our commitment to delivering outstanding, individualized care. We understand the unique circumstances of each client and family, conducting comprehensive assessments to devise personalized care plans. Our aim is to exceed expectations by adapting our services to fit specific needs, ensuring every client receives the support they truly need.

Compassion and Connection: At Supportive Independent Lifestyles, we prioritize the health and happiness of our clients above all else. Our empathetic team builds strong relationships with families, fostering a supportive and caring environment where individuals can thrive. We believe in creating a sense of community that enhances the overall quality of our care.

As the leading provider of in-home services in Hampton Roads, we guarantee your loved ones will experience the highest standard of care available. Choose us for a partner who values experience, personalized attention, and heartfelt compassion.

Inside Out Learners focuses on providing personalized educational experiences for neurodivergent learners, emphasizing emotional intelligence, resilience, and academic success. They offer both one-on-one and small group instruction tailored to the unique needs of each student. Services are available for ages 4 - adult.

Social decoding program
Clubs and events
Academic tutoring for ages 6 and up
Year-round academic tutoring program
Reading instruction specialization
Wilson Reading System for dyslexia support

Military families and DOD. Youth coed sports aged 5-16. Soccer, baseball/tee ball, basketball, cheerleading. Swimming Lessons. Pool and Water Park. Special events. Birthday Parties available. Contact information for School Liaison.

Nature-based preschool movement classes, physical therapy and wellness consults.

Held in Virginia Beach, VA and surrounding areas, these nature-based outdoor classes (“Nature Wigglers”) will focus on gross and fine motor movement with a nature or outdoor theme each week. These classes will be geared towards ages 2-6 of all abilities and held at a variety of locations in the region. Siblings under the age of 2 are free to tag along. Please sign up for my email list to hear about future classes. Spots ARE limited and this will be a caregiver and child class. Themes for each class may change depending on weather. All are welcome and I would love to make sure I can adapt and accommodate anyone with specific needs. Please don’t hesitate to email me at [email protected] if you have any questions/concerns.

Tutoring and educational services in Math, Reading, Writing, Science, Social Studies, History, Homework Help, Special Needs, Homeschool Assistance, Standardized Testing and Early Childhood. Services at Keystone location or your location.

Pediatric dental care for infants, children, teens, special needs children & adults.

Currently offering yoga classes for children ages 2-17 of all ability levels, and Baby & Me Yoga classes.

Human Services organization working with disabled persons - families, individuals, men, women and children. Provides shelter, transitional housing for veterans and permanent supportive housing for persons with disabilities. Largest homeless provider on the Peninsula.

Hair stylist specializing in hair color and children with special needs.

Making Waves Speech Therapy provides in-home speech-language services in your home! Serving children of all ages in the Norfolk and Virginia Beach areas. Making Waves Speech Therapy specializes in articulation & phonological disorders, expressive-receptive language disorders, augmentative & alternative communication (AAC), neurodiversity-affirming therapy, and dual language learners.

Special Education Advocates meet with parents of students with disabilities to assist them with navigating through the school system to determine an appropriate education program which will meet their child’s needs. The Advocate will provide assistance and education with the Individualized Education Plan, (IEP) or 504 Plan. The goal of Marage Homes is to help parents become self-advocates so that their child(ren) will stay in school and reach their educational goals.

Inclusive educational center that provides small group tutoring for students diagnosed with autism

Provide quality and empirically validated services to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in a clinical setting.

The Mighty Monarchs Visual Impairment Adapted Sports Program is a no cost community-based program for youth 6-18 with visual impairments and their friends.

Held on the campus of ODU, this program offers the opportunity for youth with visual impairments to participate in adapted sports, throughout the school year. The mission of the Mighty Monarchs Adapted Sports Program at ODU is to empower youth with visual impairments to be physically active members of their schools and communities.

Minds In Motion is an occupational therapy practice providing quality care to children and families across the Tidewater area. Our mission is to help children develop skills that enhance their independence and support their overall happiness to function in all areas of life, including home, school, and play.

Public park with "Kid's Cove" ADA compliant playground, therapeutic cradle swing seats, wheelchair swing, multi-use trail, lakes, picnic areas, outdoor fitness stations, volleyball courts, entertainment stage, and skate park. Vending machines and public bathrooms.

A variety of programs are available through Norfolk Parks and Recreation including computers, athletics, art, music and more. Afterschool programs available. Birthday Parties available.

A comprehensive program that gives individuals with disabilities the opportunity to develop functional skills through therapy, acquire leisure skills through leisure education, and enhance leisure lifestyles through recreation participation in the least restrictive environment, based on each individual's needs.

Local blogger focusing on Parenting with a Dash of Awareness.

T-ball, Softball, Baseball & Challenger teams

Old Dominion University's Mighty Monarchs Adapted Sports Program allows children with special needs to participate in athletics and is divided into two separate divisions: visual impairment sports, and wheelchair sports. Ages 3-16. Free Program.

Our Child partners with parents to empower every child to reach their potential, via personalized, expert ABA therapy in the familiar comfort of your own home.

Offering a variety of inclusive outdoor play and exploration experiences to address sensory, social and play issues, while developing children’s sensory and motor systems. Birthday parties available. Now offering academic tutoring!

Trail rides, riding lessons, girl scout badge earning and 4H projects to world level championship competition. Western, dressage, jumping all levels with over 30 years pro certified instruction. Lease, partial lease, work exchanges and package deals available. Kids can enjoy for as little as $10 a time. Ask about vaulting! Mom and me, therapeutic and simple safe basics. Home schoolers can learn history and do physical exercise at same time. Or just come out for a birthday party or wedding photo session.

Dentistry for toddlers, preschoolers, preadolescent, young adults, and patients with special needs.

Challenger Baseball League - Baseball for special needs youth ages 5-18. May be up to age 22 if still attending school.

Offering Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Dance for special needs children, Pilates, and Yoga! Summer Camp programs available.

Stylists that specialize in kids haircuts in a stress-free environment where every child is welcome! Birthday parties available: Princess, diva and spa party themes

Stylists that specialize in kids haircuts in a stress-free environment where every child is welcome! Birthday parties available: Princess, diva and spa party themes

Stylists that specialize in kids haircuts in a stress-free environment where every child is welcome! Birthday parties available: Princess, diva and spa party themes

At Plan Bee Academy, we specialize in meeting the educational needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and related disabilities. Our focus is on the whole child and his/her family. Instruction includes academics, job readiness skills, social skills, language skills, motor skills, life skills, and independent skills. Pre-K through post high school.

A pediatric speech therapy practice specializing in dyslexia and pediatric speech and language disorders

Polkadot Play is a sensory gym and learning center in Virginia Beach, Virginia serving all of Hampton Roads. Polkadot Play is proud to be a Neurodiversity positive space where everyone is safe to be who they are. Birthday parties and Parents Night Out are available.

Weekly Circle of Support Program for parents of children with special needs.

Precious Pearls is a Special Needs Childcare Center offering Before/After Care and Full Day Care for children ages 2 - 10years old. The center works with all special needs children including children with Autism, Aspergers, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Intellectual Disabilities, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Behavioral Disabilities and more.

Precious Pearls is a Special Needs Childcare Center offering Before/After Care and Full Day Care for children ages 2 - 10years old. The center works with all special needs children including children with Autism, Aspergers, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Intellectual Disabilities, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Behavioral Disabilities and more.

Princess Anne Youth Little League includes baseball, softball and challenger division.

Provision Family Education Services provides academic support and enrichment to non-traditional families such as working homeschoolers, co-parents, and families with special needs.