Transition Series 2020
“The Transition Series is such a useful event. I have attended twice, and I find that I always learn something new, about these complicated topics. It has really helped me both as a parent and as a professional who works with parents of students with developmental disabilities.”
– Janet R. – Alexandria, VA
Day #1 – Saturday, September 26th
Session #1: Overview of Transition & The Arc of Northern Virginia
Session #2: Community Service Boards (CSBs) & The Services They Provide
Session #3: Medicaid Waivers & Supported Decision Making
Session #4: Legal Authority Options
Session #5: Special Needs Trusts & ABLE Accounts
Day #2 – Saturday, October 17th
Session #1: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Eligibility and Application Process
Session #2: Parent Panel with Barbara Mack, Tricia Porth, and Tina Tran
Session #3: Introduction to DARS Pre-Employment Transition and Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Session #4: Employment Service Organization Panel: ServiceSource Inc., Melwood, and The Choice Group
Session #5: A Demonstration of the TransitionMate series of technoloty tools for independent living
Transition Series 2020 was planned and presented in collaboration with:
• The students and faculty at Marymount University
Transition Series 2020 was sponsored in part by:
