BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arc of Northern Virginia - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Arc of Northern Virginia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thearcofnova.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arc of Northern Virginia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTSTAMP:20260513T172810Z CREATED:20260513T172744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T172810Z UID:9746-1786320000-1786751999@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Summer Series: Riding With Confidence! DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nThe TFIL Team presents a transportation & safety–focused Summer Series: Riding with Confidence! This week-long series will help participants learn how to stay safe in their community\, understand the role of different emergency services\, and identify the difference between emergencies and non-emergencies. Attendees will also practice navigating public transit\, pedestrian travel\, and general community safety. The week will conclude with a hands-on community outing\, where participants can put their new skills into practice and build confidence traveling independently.\n \n \n\n\n\nWho Should Sign-Up?:\n \nThis series is designed for self-advocates who want to feel more confident getting around their community\, handling emergencies\, and interacting with first responders. Participants should be at least 14 years old and be on track to take the next step toward independent travel. Participants must be joined with a (natural or professional) support.\n\n \nDetails:\n \n\nDate: Monday\, August 10th – Friday\, August 14th\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\nLocation: The Arc of Northern Virginia Office (3060 Williams Drive\, Fairfax\, VA 22031)\n\nCost: $50.00\n\n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/summer-series-riding-with-confidence/ LOCATION:The Arc of Northern Virginia\, 3060 Williams Drive Suite 300\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States CATEGORIES:tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260713T133543Z CREATED:20260713T133530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T133543Z UID:9915-1786622400-1786626000@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Transition Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:  \nTransition Lunch and Learn is held on the second Thursday of the month\, facilitated by Diane Monnig\, Director of Programs. These sessions are not recorded. \nPlanning 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 small group sessions are an opportunity to begin creating a plan for the future. Learn what employment and meaningful day support services are available\, how to explore post-secondary options\, what transportation supports exist\, how to help your child make decisions and advocate\, when to apply for SSI and manage benefits\, and what recreation activities are available. This informal opportunity is to ask questions and discuss with the facilitator and other participants. \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/transition-lunch-learn-23/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:transition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000 DTSTAMP:20260601T145846Z CREATED:20260601T145846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T145846Z UID:9790-1786701600-1786712400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:TFIL's Travel Trip DESCRIPTION:  \nWhether you are a first-time rider or simply want to increase your knowledge of safety and public transit\, these travel experiences are for you. The Tech for Independent Living (TFIL) team hosts ongoing metro and bus trips designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These outings help participants build confidence\, independence\, and knowledge about traveling in the community.These trips simplify an overwhelming concept by turning them into an enjoyable group outing where everyone feels empowered. These in-person travel training events are FREE to attend and include SmarTrip cards\, but pre-registration is required.  \n  \nFriday\, August 14th – Dunn Loring to Tyson’s Corner Center\, 10 AM – 1 PM Participants will gather at Dunn Loring Metrorail Station and take the Orange Line\, followed by the Gray Line\, to Tysons Corner Center. They will have the opportunity to shop\, eat\, or socialize with each other before the group returns to Dunn Loring Metrorail Station. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/tfils-travel-trip-3/ LOCATION:Dunn-Loring Merrifield Metro Station\, 2700 Gallows Road\, Vienna\, VA\, 22180\, United States CATEGORIES:travel END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260727T142038Z CREATED:20260727T141022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T142038Z UID:9962-1787572800-1787576400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Medicaid Cuts and Denials: Expert Advice and Guidance DESCRIPTION:  \nAre you having trouble getting Medicaid Waiver services? Confused by the application process\, budgets\, self-direction\, service denials\, or other issues? Join disability rights attorney and advocate Jonathan Martinis for a webinar about Medicaid Waiver supports and services. Jonathan will provide a brief overview of the system\, along with advice on navigating the cuts and denials we see all too often. Whether you’re just getting started or have been navigating the system for years\, this is an opportunity to ask questions\, learn about your rights\, and explore practical strategies for getting the supports you\, your family member\, or someone you support need. \n(Please note that the same night we’ll hold a listening session on the same topic that will be an interactive way to give feedback on this issue.) \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/medicaid-cuts-and-denials-expert-advice-and-guidance/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:medicaid/medicare END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260824T190000 DTSTAMP:20260727T141947Z CREATED:20260727T141947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T141947Z UID:9964-1787594400-1787598000@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Medicaid Cuts and Denials: A Listening Session DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin disability rights attorney and advocate Jonathan Martinis for an interactive discussion about Medicaid Waiver supports and services. Jonathan will provide a brief overview of the system before opening the conversation to your questions. Bring your concerns\, your experiences\, and the issues you’re facing. Whether you’re just getting started or have been navigating the system for years\, this is an opportunity to ask questions\, learn about your rights\, and explore practical strategies for getting the supports you\, your family member\, or someone you support need. \n(Note: On the same day we’ll have an informational webinar. This session is for families to share experiences and provide some peer to peer support while getting expert guidance) URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/medicaid-cuts-and-denials-a-listening-session/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:medicaid/medicare END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T110000 DTSTAMP:20260629T171118Z CREATED:20260629T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T171118Z UID:9856-1787652000-1787655600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Trust Talk Tuesday DESCRIPTION: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. \nQuestions pertaining to general disability issues in regards to future financial planning are welcome. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/trust-talk-tuesday-49/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special needs trust END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T165647Z CREATED:20260602T165405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T165647Z UID:9805-1787684400-1787688000@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:TFIL Talks: Lessons from the Arc2Independence App DESCRIPTION:  \nGoogle Maps\n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/tfil-talks-lessons-from-the-arc2independence-app-18/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:tfil,travel END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR