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 […]
If you or a loved one with a disability are thinking about how to get help understanding and making choices now and for the future, it is time to learn about Supported Decision Making. This collaborative, empowering process helps leverage the strength of the person with a disability and their network while maintaining maximum […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
