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.
Medicaid Waivers are the way Virginia funds services for people with developmental disabilities. Everything from a small amount of respite, to in-home care, to employment supports are covered by Waivers. In this one hour presentation, Lucy Beadnell, our Director of Advocacy, will review what Waivers are, services Waivers offer, how to apply, and give […]
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 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 […]
Interested in travel training? Come join our Tech for Independent Living (TFIL) team on a metro trip! Individuals with disabilities and a designated adult are invited to join our TFIL team on a short Metro trip. During this practice trip, individuals with disabilities will learn basic travel skills and will become more comfortable traveling on […]
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 […]
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 […]
Which students qualify for Extended School Year (ESY) services and what is the process for determining who qualifies? In this session we will clear up any confusion about the criteria for determining ESY eligibility, what typical ESY schedules and environments may look like, and learn what questions to ask in an IEP meeting when […]
Stay connected and informed by joining our quarterly meet-ups. Arc2Independence Connect is a quarterly discussion group where app users, parents, caregivers, disability professionals, and others can come together on Zoom to share their experiences with the app. Whether you’re a longtime user or just getting started, this is a great chance to: Get the […]
