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 […]
Transitions: Planning for the Future Saturday, March 158:30am - 3:00pmBishop Ireton High SchoolAlexandria, VA Join the Diocese of Arlington, Porto Charities and professional organizer Anna Hall of Organize365 for a day of fellowship as we learn tools to facilitate the process and build a future of hope through all of life’s transitions from early […]
The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Transition Support group meets every other month in person at our offices at 3060 Williams Dr. #300, Fairfax, VA 22031. Meetings are a forum to share resources, ask questions, and be surrounded and supported by families who understand the thrills and challenges of navigating life after leaving school. There […]
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 […]
Dine Out for People with Disabilities is BACK Enjoy breakfast, brunch, or lunch and support the mission. Thursday, March 20, 2025 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Original Pancake House - 7395 Lee Hwy, Falls Church Once again our wonderful partners at The Original Pancake House in Falls Church will host Dine Out for People […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. 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 […]
Presenter: Cortney Heykoop Description: The greatest fear is what will happen to our child once we are gone. In this presentation Nationally renowned speaker, Cortney Heykoop, will walk parents through areas in which the next generation of caregivers need support and education. She will provide baseline knowledge surrounding each topic and suggest the […]
Personal Safety For Teens & Adults Presented by Kidpower Organized by The Arc of Northern Virginia Adults and teens, accompanied by a practice partner or parent, will learn strategies to be safer out in the community. You'll learn and practice skills to: Set and protect boundaries Create safety plans Deal with upset or angry […]
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.
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 […]
