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 […]
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 […]
Need to ride the bus but are afraid to? The Arc of Northern Virginia is partnering with professionally trained travel trainers from ECNV to offer individuals with disabilities bus travel training trips! These trips will be offered quarterly throughout the year. Through these trips we hope individuals with disabilities will become more comfortable and […]
Join the TFIL team for a travel trip experience designed for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities! Event Description: These trips simplify an overwhelming concept by turning it into an enjoyable group outing where everyone feels empowered. Destination: Herndon to Tyson's Corner COST: FREE! This event is open to all ages. While there is […]
RESCHEDULED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER - FEBRUARY 11, 2026 We’re excited to partner with Gernae Ocasio, WMATA’s Metro System Orientation Specialist, to offer you a unique travel experience! You’ll get to board a private Metrobus and ride the Metrorail to Pentagon City Mall, all while gaining valuable experience with public transit in the […]
(Originally scheduled for January 28, rescheduled due to inclement weather.) We’re excited to partner with Gernae Ocasio, WMATA’s Metro System Orientation Specialist, to offer you a unique travel experience! You’ll get to board a private Metrobus and ride the Metrorail to Pentagon City Mall, all while gaining valuable experience with public transit in the […]
Whether 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 […]
DATE: Thursday, June 18th, 2026 10:00-11:30 ADDRESS: The Arc of Northern Virginia 3060 Williams Drive Fairfax, VA 22031 Location: Ground-level conference room Representatives from the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will be on site to assist with: Taking photos and processing applications for the Reduced Fare Program. Taking photos and accepting applications […]
Whether 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 […]
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We’re excited to partner with Gernae Ocasio, WMATA’s Metro System Orientation Specialist, to offer you a unique travel experience! You’ll get to board a private Metrobus and ride the Metrorail to Pentagon City Mall, all while gaining valuable experience with public transit in the DMV area. Gernae and the TFIL team will be there […]
Whether 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 […]
