BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arc of Northern Virginia - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093451 CREATED:20241205T181142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T181648Z UID:7963-1738663200-1738666800@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-10/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special needs trust END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20241205T183500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T183500Z UID:7969-1738843200-1738846800@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Building Independence with the TFIL Team DESCRIPTION: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! \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-6/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20241205T182729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T182814Z UID:7966-1738922400-1738929600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Metro Travel Training DESCRIPTION:Interested 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-5/ 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:20250208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20250113T142955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T142955Z UID:8076-1739008800-1739019600@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:TFIL Cooking Club with Arc2Independence DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the TFIL teams inclusive cooking class\, where you’ll use our app\, Arc2Independence\, to guide you through step-by-step instructional cooking. In this holiday session we’ll be making “Candy Cane Dippers” and “Hot Chocolate Popcorn Balls.” \nPlease contact keziah.wohlers@thearcofnova.org for additional details. \n\n \n Register now!\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n  URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/tfil-cooking-club-with-arc2independence-2/ LOCATION:The Arc of Northern Virginia\, 3060 Williams Drive Suite 300\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22031\, United States CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20250108T165535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T165535Z UID:8056-1739448000-1739451600@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-5/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:transition END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T150000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20250121T183059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T183059Z UID:8101-1739455200-1739458800@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:Disability Awareness and Disclosure Strategies DESCRIPTION:Many people with chronic conditions struggle with whether\, when and how to disclose their non-apparent disability to their employers or peers.  Ms. Daly will share her expertise in the disabilities field and lead a discussion on the important issue of disability awareness and disclosure options\, including overcoming the fear and uncertainty of disclosure for people with non-apparent disabilities. \n  \nPresenter: \nLori Daly is President of Diversifi Consulting Group\, LLC (DiversifiCG)\, a certified Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE ®)\, Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE)\, and Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) based in Loudoun County. DiversifiCG’s mission is to bring disability awareness and inclusion to businesses through a series of workshops and seminars designed to meet the specific needs of individuals within the organization. \nLori has the distinction of being both a Mid-Atlantic ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Leadership Network Trainer and Certified Disability Recruiter (C.D.R).    She has developed and led disability recruiting initiatives\, chaired employee resource groups and college committees\, led military recruiting for transitioning wounded veterans back into the workforce\, and developed hiring programs for professionals and students with disabilities. \nLori is former Chair of the Loudoun County Disability Services Board and Board Member of NVRC (Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Persons).  Currently\, she serves on the Advisory Board of Disability:IN DC Metro. \n  \n\n \n Register Now! URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/disability-awareness-and-disclosure-strategies/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:disability disclosure END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T110000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20241205T181740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T181740Z UID:7964-1739872800-1739876400@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-11/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special needs trust END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20241205T185229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T185229Z UID:7975-1740510000-1740513600@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 Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/tfil-talks-lessons-from-the-arc2independence-app-5/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:Arc2Independence,tfil END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250227 DTSTAMP:20260426T093452 CREATED:20241205T192024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T170850Z UID:7978-1740528000-1740614399@thearcofnova.org SUMMARY:February Chat with an Attorney about Special Education DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n\n \n Register Now URL:https://thearcofnova.org/event/february-chat-with-an-attorney-about-special-education/ LOCATION:Live\, online virtual meeting on Zoom CATEGORIES:special education END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR