BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arc of Northern Virginia - ECPv6.16.2//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:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T113000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240813T183848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T175652Z UID:7217-1727776800-1727782200@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Trust Talk Tuesday DESCRIPTION:  \nThese 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-2/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special needs trust END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240813T183546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T200901Z UID:7215-1727863200-1727870400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Medicaid Waiver Basics DESCRIPTION: \n\nMedicaid 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 tips for families on waiting lists for services.\n\n \n\n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/medicaid-waiver-basics/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:medicaid waivers END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240819T132758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T161637Z UID:7405-1727870400-1727874000@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Transition Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:  \nTransition Lunch and Learn is held on the first Wednesday 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 \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/transition-lunch-learn-2/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:transition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240813T185626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T161706Z UID:7225-1727956800-1727960400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Building Independence with the TFIL Team DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 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! \nJoin the team every first Thursday of the month to learn more about the app\, these customizable lessons\, and the service and support the team provides that helps guide individuals through life’s daily routines and challenges. \nRemember\, all of our webinar events are FREE to attend\, but pre-registration is required. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/building-independence-with-the-tfil-team-2/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240822T134702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T161734Z UID:7463-1728324000-1728327600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:House Congressional Forum DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us as we hear from Congressional House of Representative Districts Covering districts 7\, 8 10\, and 11 including parts of Arlington County\, Fairfax County\, Alexandria City\, Falls Church City\, Prince William County\, Loudoun County\, Manassas\, and and Manassas Park. Candidates will speak to their past work on issues important to the disability community\, as well as their policy plans. Attendees can submit questions in advance. The event will have ASL interpretation\, sponsored by CRi. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/house-congressional-forum/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:candidate forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20241008T144730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T144730Z UID:7812-1728640800-1728648000@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Metro Travel Training DESCRIPTION:  \nInterested in travel training? Come join our Tech for Independent Living (TFIL) team on a metro trip! \nIndividuals 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 the Metro. SmarTrip cards will be provided. \nThese in-person travel training events are FREE to attend\, but pre-registration is required. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/metro-travel-training-2/ 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:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240913T181649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T150743Z UID:7583-1729072800-1729076400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Safely Navigating Social Media: Strategies and Tools for Promoting Social Media Safety for Young Adults with IDD DESCRIPTION:Social media use can present many benefits and risks for young adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). This presentation will use an interactive case study approach to present the benefits and dangers individuals with IDD may experience when using social media. Strategies and resources to mitigate these dangers and promote independence in social media safety will be given. Dangers that will be highlighted include predators\, cyberbullying\, online consent/boundaries\, scams\, and digital footprints. \n\nLearning objectives:\nAfter this presentation\, attendees will be able to\n\nImplement strategies to assist young adults with IDD in the identification and addressing\nof predators\, cyberbullying\, online consent\, and scams.\nImplement strategies to assist young adults with IDD in learning what to share online\,\nincluding that of keeping personal information private and basic netiquette rules.\n\n  \nPresented by: \nDr. Mary Jo Krile is an associate professor of Special Education at Eastern Kentucky University. She teaches undergraduate and graduate level courses in special education and moderate to severe disabilities. Dr. Krile has over 10 years of experience in teaching students with disabilities in the public K-12 and postsecondary settings\, including teaching digital literacy to young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dr. Krile’s research\, presentations\, and resources are dedicated to promoting social media use and safety\, as well as digital literacy skills\, for individuals with IDD. \n  \n \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/safely-navigating-social-media-strategies-and-tools-for-promoting-social-media-safety-for-young-adults-with-idd/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:internet safety END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240819T140941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T210033Z UID:7420-1729080000-1729083600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Transition Lunch & Learn with an Expert DESCRIPTION: \n\nTransition Lunch and Learn with an Expert is held on the third Wednesday of the month\, facilitated by Diane Monnig\, Director of Programs\, with presentations each month from a different “expert” representing an array of public and private organizations to provide information and resources to support individuals and families throughout the transition process from school to adult services. This event is a small group roundtable with opportunities for participants to ask questions and engage in discussion.\n\n \n\n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/transitin-lunch-learn-with-an-expert/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:transition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240913T191541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T192516Z UID:7587-1729335600-1729346400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Safety Fair with Practice Crisis Scenarios DESCRIPTION:Join us for a resource fair and practice event with Arlington first responders and community partners as we learn about emergency and crisis resources\, and practice navigating emergencies.  You’ll be able work on creation the of DD identification cards to hand to first responders to identify a disability in the event of an emergency.  You can also work with first responders to role play a variety of situations and ask questions about how you can navigate emergencies safely. \nLearn about setting up your own Emergency Health Profile.  The Emergency Health Profile allows individuals to voluntarily create a free emergency health profile to provide first responders with their vital health and medical information (behavioral health related information included) when calling 9-1-1 or 9-8-8 during an emergency or crisis. Individuals over the age of 16 may sign-up for an Emergency Health Profile through the Emergency Health Profile Association. Legal guardians may sign up individuals under the age of 16.  This team will also discuss 988 and options to call during a behavioral/mental health emergency\, and what you can expect. \nThe Arc of Northern Virginia’s award winning Tech for Independent Living team will be present to talk about free customized apps to grow skills\, independence\, and safety. \nYou can arrive anytime from 11 AM-1 PM\, and the event continues until 2 PM. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/safety-fair-with-practice-crisis-scenarios/ LOCATION:Kenmore Middle School\, 200 S Carlin Springs Rd.\, Arlington\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:safety fair,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240813T150702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T161907Z UID:7197-1729623600-1729627200@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:TFIL Talks: Lessons from the Arc2Independence App DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin 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. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/tfil-talks-lessons-from-the-arc2independence-app-2/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240820T133931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T150819Z UID:7439-1729641600-1729727999@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:October Chat with an Attorney about Special Education DESCRIPTION:  \nParents can schedule a free 45-minute meeting with attorney Patricia Connolly 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. \n  \n  \n\n \n Make an appointment URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/october-chat-with-an-attorney-about-special-education/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T193000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240911T200836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T141137Z UID:7553-1729708200-1729711800@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Skills for Getting & Keeping Jobs DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kidpower\n \nOrganized by The Arc of Northern Virginia\n \n \nLearn how to use Safetypowers communication\, decision-making \, and safety skills in ways that can help you get and keep jobs!\n​\n\nTogether with a Safetypowers instructor\, we’ll practice ways to:\n\nProject confidence\nAsk for feedback to help you grow\nDeal with rude or rowdy customers\nCommunicate effectively with co-workers\nLearn and follow workplace boundaries\nTake positive action when you notice trouble\nGet help when you need it!\n\n \nDiscover how The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Tech for Independent Living program and their app Arc2Independence can help support the education and practice of the skills above.\n\n \nIf you have questions email Ashley Africa-Osborne at techforindependence@thearcofnova.org  or phone 703-208-1119 x 140\n\n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/skills-for-getting-keeping-jobs/ LOCATION:The Arc of Northern Virginia\, 3060 Williams Drive Suite 300\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T103000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240926T143613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T143613Z UID:7734-1729762200-1729765800@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Medicaid + Medicare: How to Navigate Dual Special Needs Plans DESCRIPTION:  \nDepartment of Medical Assistance (Virginia Medicaid) presents on topics important to dual eligible enrollees – DMAS staff will present on topics important to dual eligible enrollees (enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare). Topics will include an introduction to how someone becomes dually eligible and the types of dual eligible enrollees\, Medicare enrollment options and the impact to Medicaid Waiver services\, Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans\, and a change to Medicaid health plan enrollment that is coming January\, 1\, 2025 and that will impact some dual eligible enrollees. There will also be time for a Q&A at the end. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/medicaid-medicare-how-to-navigate-dual-special-needs-plans/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:medicaid/medicare END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T200000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20241015T194737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T203542Z UID:7852-1730142000-1730145600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Qué es El Arc de NoVa y Qué Hacemos (What is The Arc of NoVa and What We Do) DESCRIPTION:  \nEstamos muy emocionados de invitarte a un taller especial por Zoom con Majo Flores\, donde compartirá información sobre Qué es El Arc de NoVa y Qué Hacemos. Esta es una oportunidad fantástica para conocer más sobre nuestra increíble organización y el apoyo que brindamos a las personas con discapacidades. \nYa sea que nos conozcas o que tengas curiosidad por saber más\, esta es la ocasión perfecta para descubrir el impacto que generamos en nuestra comunidad. ¡Corre la voz! Invita a tus amigos y familiares a unirse. \n🗓 Fecha: Lunes 28 de octubre\n🕖 Hora: 7 PM \n  \n\n  \nWe’re excited to invite you to a special Zoom Workshop with Majo Flores\, where she’ll be sharing insights on What is The Arc of NoVa and What We Do. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our incredible organization and the ways we support people with disabilities. \nWhether you’re familiar with us or curious to learn more\, this is the perfect chance to discover the impact we make in our community. Spread the word—invite your friends and family to join us! \n🗓 Date: Monday\, October 28th\n🕖 Time: 7 PM \n  \n\n \n Regístrate aquí (Register Here) URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/que-es-el-arc-de-nova/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:en español END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T113000 DTSTAMP:20260516T214929 CREATED:20240813T184600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T180428Z UID:7221-1730196000-1730201400@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Trust Talk Tuesday DESCRIPTION:  \nThese 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-4/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special needs trust END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR