These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. We will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that you should consider. Questions pertaining to general disability issues in […]
The Arc of Northern Virginia and Our Stomping Ground invite people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to join Next Chapter Book Club, a small, inclusive group for reading, sharing stories, and making new friends! The club will meet 1st Wednesday of every month at 7 PM, with space limited to 15 members (a waitlist […]
The Tech for Independent Living Team invites you to join their monthly virtual event on the FIRST Thursday of each month to discover the amazing Arc2Independence app! It’s designed to help individuals achieve independence within their daily lives and navigate challenges in the community. They can’t wait to share this with you! Join the team every first Thursday […]
Transition Lunch and Learn is held on the second Thursday of the month, facilitated by Diane Monnig, Director of Programs. These sessions are not recorded. Planning to transition from school to adult services can be overwhelming. Once your child exits the school system, adult services are based on eligibility criteria and funding availability. These […]
Join this webinar to learn and practice advocacy skills, essential tools for taking charge of your safety and wellbeing or supporting others. We will explore practical strategies and hands-on techniques to: Act calm, aware, and confident - no matter how you feel Change strategies in different situations Set clear, respectful boundaries Deal with negative […]
Parents can schedule a free 45-minute meeting with attorney Patricia Connally to receive advice and guidance on any number of special education topics for their student. Appointments are for special education issues only. If you have a question about other legal matters, please contact dmonnig@thearcofnova.org for additional resources.
The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition Support group meets every other month in-person. Meetings provide a forum to share resources, ask questions, and be surrounded and supported by families who understand the thrills and challenges of navigating life with a disability. Originally conceived as a support group for parents whose kids were facing the […]
These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. We will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that you should consider. Questions pertaining to general disability issues in […]
A letter of intent (LOI) is a way of communicating your desires and concerns, as well as caregiving instructions to future caregivers, guardians, trustees and advocates of dependents with disabilities. This workshop will discuss how a LOI can be used as part of the special needs planning process. Although not a legally binding document, […]
Employment & Professionalism Join the Tech for Independent Living Team as they teach a lesson from their Arc2Independence App library. The lessons cover a range of categories, including transportation and traveling, deployment, safety, and daily living. During the sessions, individuals can participate in group discussions, games, and activities to practice their skills.
