Owning a home or other real estate can bring comfort, stability, and value to a person’s life. However, when that property is held for the benefit of someone with a disability, it can also raise complex legal and administrative questions. Join us for a live discussion with Cindy McDonald, the National Director, Philanthropic Advice […]
Please join us on Monday, September 22nd, 2025 at the award-winning Laurel Hill Golf Club in Lorton, VA for our 7th annual charity golf tournament. This year's tournament will benefit The Arc of Northern Virginia. Registration includes light breakfast, range balls and greens practice, 18-hole shotgun start/scramble with on-course contests, on-course refreshments, a full awards reception […]
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 […]
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.
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.
NOTE: THE DATE HAS CHANGED TO SEPTEMBER 27. The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition Support group is now meeting every month, with alternating in-person and virtual events. 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 […]
Please join us as we hear from House Districts covering Fairfax County, Alexandria, Springfield, Centreville, and Chantilly. Candidates will discuss their past work on issues important to the disability community, as well as their policy plans for 2026. Attendees can submit questions in advance to lucy.beadnell@thearcofnova.org. The event will have ASL interpretation. Sponsored […]
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 […]
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 […]
Not planning for the future is the biggest mistake a family can make, especially when it can impact a loved one with disabilities. But there are also some common mistakes that can be avoided. We’ll review some common planning situations with the understanding that the actual plan created for an individual with special needs […]
