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 […]
Not planning for the future is the biggest mistake a family can make, especially when it can impact a loved one with disabilities. But there are also some common mistakes that can be avoided. We’ll review some common planning situations with the understanding that the actual plan created for an individual with special needs […]
We’re excited to announce that Wings for All is returning to Reagan National Airport on Saturday, October 11th! A huge thank you to our partners—the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, United Airlines, TSA, and many other airport services—for making this event possible. Registration opens at 10 AM on Wednesday, September 10th on our website. Spots […]
Please join us as we hear from House Districts covering Vienna and Loudoun. Candidates will discuss their past work on issues important to the disability community, as well as their policy plans for 2026. Attendees can submit questions in advance to lucy.beadnell@thearcofnova.org. The event will have ASL interpretation. Sponsored by the Autism Society […]
COLUMBUS CLUB 5115 Little Falls Road Arlington, VA 22207 3PM-5PM 6PM-9PM Arctoberfest is The Arc of Northern Virginia’s signature Halloween-themed fundraiser and celebration—bringing together individuals, families, and community champions for a day of inclusive fun and meaningful impact! This all-ages event is designed to be welcoming, accessible, and sensory-friendly, with two time slots to enjoy […]
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
