Regional Resources Database Index Virginia

Universities in Virginia have speech-language departments and whether they offer speech therapy through an affiliated clinic.

Virginia Speech-Language Hearing Association

Virginia Beach, VA (Naval Station Norfolk)

Physician:

Dr. Eric Madren (certified DAN!)
Providence Road Family Practice
(757) 413-7610
5320 Providence Rd, #301
Virginia Beach, VA

Social Skills Groups:

Chesapeake at Psychological Services of Chesapeake, PC
411 Cedar Road
(757 )548-8848
facilitated by Ellen Dixon, Ph.D, LCP

The group was described as follows: "These will be 'friendship' groups, and they will feature activities which promote the learning of skills such as joining groups, carrying on conversations, listening, communicating interest and caring, resolving disputes, compromising, social problem-solving, and handling teasing--all skills important for making and keeping friends." Our fee for this group has been picked up by TRICARE under the mental health coverage b/c the group is facilitated by a psychologist.

Camps:

Easter Seals Camps in Virginia

Easter Seals Virginia has a 50 year history of providing quality camping programs for people with physical and cognitive disabilities.  Camp Easter Seals is designed to offer children and adults with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy fun and challenging activities in a supportive and cooperative atmosphere. From campfire sing-a-longs and late night ghost stories to canoeing, nature walks, swimming, and arts and crafts, the Easter Seals Virginia camping program provides the excitement and activity of a traditional summer camp program in a beautiful, accessible setting.

Camper's have many exciting activities to choose from:

ABA Therapy:

Step by Step Consulting
156 Burnetts Way
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 934-6470

Mea'lofa Center
4425 Portsmouth Blvd # 100
Chesapeake, VA
(757) 465-3933